Re: [M]: Meade LX Series Question
| Subject: | Re: [M]: Meade LX Series Question |
| From: | Colin & Christine Campbell |
| Date: | Fri Apr 30 23:05:04 1999 |
Steve,
Ive got an adjustable tripod for my LX-10 which spends half its life
at the lowest position, and the other half at its highest position. I
usually use the lowest position myself for observing whilst seated, and
the highest position is used for friends and family for that quick
look before heading inside. If your wallet can stretch it, I would
definitely go for the variable height tripod.
I have a selection of 4000 and 3000 series eyepieces for the LX-10, and
Im unable to tell the difference (most of the time). I would recommend
you buy a selection consistent with your budget and ensuring you obtain
the right spread of magnifications. Start with the 26 mm 4000 series,
and then add the 16 and 9 mm in the 3000 series with a Barlow thrown in.
CC
stevebarlow@mindspring.com wrote:
>
> Im looking to purchase a Meade LX-10 Deluxe and had a few questions
> that you guys might be able to help with.
>
> 1. Tripod. Which tripod is best for LX series telescopes?
> There is a non adjustable model, AND an adjustable model($200
> and $300 respectively). I have seen neither of these tripods
> personally, and wanted to know if the $300 tripod was worth the
> extra $$$... or if there is an even better pod on the market
> that I dont know about? Perhaps I should get a non adjustable
> and a couple of adjustable chairs/barstools for comfortable viewing?
>
> 2. What eyepieces work best with the LX series of scope. I was
> looking at the Meade 4000 series.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steve Barlow
> Chester, Va
>
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Colin & Christine Campbell
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Ive got an adjustable tripod for my LX-10 which spends half its life
at the lowest position, and the other half at its highest position. I
usually use the lowest position myself for observing whilst seated, and
the highest position is used for friends and family for that quick
look before heading inside. If your wallet can stretch it, I would
definitely go for the variable height tripod.
I have a selection of 4000 and 3000 series eyepieces for the LX-10, and
Im unable to tell the difference (most of the time). I would recommend
you buy a selection consistent with your budget and ensuring you obtain
the right spread of magnifications. Start with the 26 mm 4000 series,
and then add the 16 and 9 mm in the 3000 series with a Barlow thrown in.
CC
stevebarlow@mindspring.com wrote:
>
> Im looking to purchase a Meade LX-10 Deluxe and had a few questions
> that you guys might be able to help with.
>
> 1. Tripod. Which tripod is best for LX series telescopes?
> There is a non adjustable model, AND an adjustable model($200
> and $300 respectively). I have seen neither of these tripods
> personally, and wanted to know if the $300 tripod was worth the
> extra $$$... or if there is an even better pod on the market
> that I dont know about? Perhaps I should get a non adjustable
> and a couple of adjustable chairs/barstools for comfortable viewing?
>
> 2. What eyepieces work best with the LX series of scope. I was
> looking at the Meade 4000 series.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steve Barlow
> Chester, Va
>
> -----
> Sent using MailStart.com ( http://MailStart.Com/welcome.html )
> The FREE way to access your mailbox via any web browser, anywhere!
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Colin & Christine Campbell
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