Tripod Package

Tripod Package

As a beginner in Astronomy, it is not necessary to have the biggest and best Telescope you can buy. I started with a three (3) inch Refractor Telescope and was completely satisfied. However, if you are involving your children in this as a hobby, I would go for a basic level telescope just to learn from, and then upgrade to an intermediate level scope.

Galileo FS120DX 1000 x 120mm [39.37" x 4.7244"] Newtonian Reflector Telescope

Best Low Budget First Choice: Priced about $200.00:

This telescope is and excellent choice for a beginner with a small budget. Most of us think that a Telescope is hard to use, or they will be frustrated by not knowing enough. It's simple really, and this scope is great for a beginner. Once you remove this Scope from the package you'll see its easy to set-up. It's already attached to its mount and only needs to be set upon the tripod that comes with it, and screw the mount cap down. Once placed on a level surface outside, you need only adjust the counter balance rods properly. In this, you are simply finding the balance point where the scope holds position when released by your hand. A little fine tuning may be necessary, but you'll get it.

The mount compensates for Azimuth and Altitude once balanced, and is easy to set for the beginner Astronomer. A child can easily learn the basic idea with a little help from you. It has a simple spotter scope allowing you to point the scope and align it automatically with a star or a planet. Once properly aligned, you simply view it through the secondary lens. This scope has a concave (collector) main mirror, which is best in my opinion at gathering available light. The secondary lens', as all are, is a convex shaped lens and used at the focal point to pinpoint the collected light and reflect in into your eye via the reflector mirror itself. The reflector mirror extends on a mount just under the eyepiece and inside the main telescope tube. Thus, the name reflector telescope.

There is no limit to the viewing of near earth objects with this scope. The moon is easiest to spot, so share that with your children first. The planets are easy to spot also, simply look for brighter stars that do not twinkle. Planets do not twinkle like a star does, with an exception here: In the city, atmosphere can give the appearance that an object is twinkling, but it's really not. Simply spot on the objects that shimmer or twinkle less. Look through the lens, and you most likely will have a planet in sight. You might want to also purchase a primer to astronomy book, nothing complicated, just the basics please. A star chart is very helpful, and the primer book will help you use it. There is no steep learning curve, you will pick-up on the basics really fast.

This telescope has a 39.37" focal length, and a 4.72" mirror. The longer the focal length and bigger the mirror, the higher the resolution is when viewing. The scope has a nice resolution for that reason. For the price it is a very capable telescope that will offer interesting views of planets, stars and star clusters. Using the star chart, you will be able to find constellations and know when to look for comets, etc. All of this comes with little real investment of your time to learn. It's very easily learned, and you'll have fun teaching your children; they will be excited with you spending time with them, and teaching them.

All told, this is a good basic telescope. You can learn with this one and later upgrade to higher powered scopes and trick equipment as you master the fine hobby of astronomy. As with everything in life, you get what you pay for, but this telescope delivers very well. You might also order a lens cap and cleaning solutions for the lenses.

As a beginner, I hope this helps you make a determination on where to start. This scope is a nice one and I feel you will be happy with the choice. Take time and review it online, read reviews and make a decision. There are many choices you can make, but for the dollar, I believe this to be a very good choice for a budget conscious choice.

Good luck with your new hobby, and have lots of real fun!

The Author is a native of California and a conservative family oriented person. Through his articles and website promotions, Larry intends to promote Quality Time Hobbies that have the potential to create strong family bonding, and quality friendships. Not all hobbies have potential to bring people together in the same way. In promotion, it is the intent of this author to present and educate on hobbies that are especially rewarding because of group involvement. Physical interaction and exchange of information and learning are key to the creation of lasting memories, and the bonds created by them.

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Odyssey Lighting Tripod and Truss Package $219.97 This light support package includes two Odyssey LT-P2 Tripod Lighting Stands made from sturdy black aluminum that extend to 12', as well as one Odyssey LTMTS1-PRO Lighting Truss System, which is safer to use than cable-based systems. Full cranking height reaches 8-1/2' and can handle an evenly spread load of 200 pounds. It has a 10' span and holds up to 8 lights.

Odyssey Lighting Tripod And Truss Package $219.97 This light support package includes two Odyssey LT-P2 Tripod Lighting Stands made from sturdy black aluminum that extend to 12', as well as one Odyssey LTMTS1-PRO Lighting Truss System, which is safer to use than cable-based systems. Full cranking height reaches 8-1/2' and can handle an evenly spread load of 200 pounds. It has a 10' span and holds up to 8 lights.2 LT-P2 Tripod Lighting StandsLTMTS1-PRO Lighting Truss SystemMade of sturdy aluminumRubber bottom covers to keep them stableLTMTS1-PRO Lighting Truss SystemInternal gear system is safer than cable-based sytems10' spanFull height of 8-1/2'Handles an evenly spread load of 200lb.Holds up to 8 lights

Yukon YK29013 Advanced Optics Universal Tripod Kit Tripod $57.98 The versatile Yukon Universal Tripod Kit provides three functions in one package: 17 inch High Table Top Tripod Window Mount and Rifle Stock Arm Stabilizer Pad Kit. The folding Table Top Tripod features a central height adjustment and rotating swivel arm while the Car Window Mount easily attaches to any car window using a tension knob and has a rotating swivel arm so that nothing in your viewing area is missed. Last but not least the Arm Stabilization Pad attaches to the bottom of the Table Top Tripod and rests comfortably on the users arm for secure and unique positioning.

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DEWALT DW090PK 20x Builders Level Package $229.99 20x Builders Level Package - DW090PK. Aluminum Tripod w/ Quick Adjust Legs. 8' Aluminum Grade Rod

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Rolandoration Us OPR09C EDIROL Cover Stand Set for R09 with Retractable tripod $71.82 The OPR09C package comprises of a small tripod plus a protective cover for the R09. The cover has cutouts for accessing the buttons plus a belt clip a screw hole for attachment to the tripod base. Protects the R09 from accidental damage Provides the R09 w/a stable protected recording platform Belt clip for handfree recording when using external mic Retractable tripod can double as a hand grip The tripod feet are height adjustable. The following OPR09C optional accessories are available: OPR09M: Microphone Stand Adaptor CBR09S: Carrying Case for R09

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PylePro PMKSM20 Microphone and Tripod Stand with Extending Boom Mic Cable Package $43.88 Includes a Handheld Dynamic Microphone. Dynamic vocal microphone with smooth midfrequency presence rise for excellent voice projection. Ultrawide frequency response for a brilliant and transparent sound. Shock mount system to cut down handling noise. Includes Microphone Stand and Mic Holder With Boom. Glossy Black Finish Constructed with Strong Lightweight Tubing. Microphone Stand Adjustable Height From3.28 5.5 Ft. Microphone Boom Lenth: 7.48 . 1/4 Microphone Cable 15 Ft.

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FOTOMATE M-07 Smart Heavy Duty Height Adjustable Tripod Head $6.7 It is brand new tripod head Press the purple round buttons to release panhead for adjustment Minipod can be used on small size ball convenient handle It's very useful and smart Color: Black Size: 160 x 75 x 40mm/6.5 x 2.8 x 1.6in(L x W x H) Package Includes: 1 x Tripod Head Usage:Open the legs as shown in the drawing Press the purple round buttons to release panhead for adjustment Minipod can be used on small size ball head, changed to bea convenient handle Package Size: 236*121*42 mm Weight: 130 g

Nady SP1 Microphone and Stand Package $24.99 Microphone and stand package includes a Nady SP1 mic with mic clip, 20' mic cable, and a tripod fixed-boom mic stand.The SP1 dynamic mic has a convenient recessed on-off switch and broad frequency response that makes it useful for back up vocals, speaking, miking guitar cabs, and even drums.

Nady Sp1 Microphone And Stand Package $24.99 Microphone and stand package includes a Nady SP1 mic with mic clip, 20' mic cable, and a tripod fixed-boom mic stand.The SP1 dynamic mic has a convenient recessed on-off switch and broad frequency response that makes it useful for back up vocals, speaking, miking guitar cabs, and even drums.

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