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Forum Related News
This forum will contain news and updates pertaining to Telescope Junkies.
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> 8/16/2008 12:24 PM by Gunner
Forum Rules
This is where you can find the rules of the forum.
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> 3/12/2006 6:00 AM by Daniel Maloney
If you haven't received your StarTarg order...
Occasionally, people order a StarTarg and do not give a valid email address for us to send it to. Check here to see if your name is on the list.
1 1 View thread from start Star Targ Customers
> 4/20/2006 12:16 AM by Andy
Support
Please post any questions you have about anything relating to the Telescope Junkies website here.
17 79 View thread from start Re: Whats In A Name.
> 10/11/2008 9:07 PM by Paul47
 Amateur Astronomy - General Topic Forums Collapse Category
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Beginner Tips
Check this forum regulary for tips and topics on helping the beginning junky along the path to becoming an advanced junky.
122 703 View thread from start RE: Meade ETX90 - help!
> 10/8/2008 3:49 PM by David Pavlich
Collimation
Discuss various topics on collimation (all telescope types). Don't by shy, no question is considered dumb. We have all been there before.
49 278 View thread from start Re: Collimation Theory??????
> 10/4/2008 6:34 AM by yz426f0
D.I.Y.
If you are a do it yourselfer and want advice or you want to share advice on how to overcome a challenge in the hobby do so here.
49 200 View thread from start Re: HELP - Emergency (something on ...
> 10/12/2008 8:22 AM by JohnM
Mount Setup and Alignment
Can't center in on Polaris? Don't know if you are balancing properly? This is the forum for you.
56 326 View thread from start Re: Orion Xt8i 2star alignment-HELP...
> 10/11/2008 6:59 PM by Buddhist2k
What telescope should I buy?
The process of deciding which scope is right for you is not easy. Post your question here to get some help.
158 1201 View thread from start Selling My Telescope
> 10/12/2008 8:40 AM by jumpinjoe
Observing
Please feel free to discuss any observing topic here (Lunar, Planetary, Deep Sky, Solar, etc.).
143 775 View thread from start Re: Must be fall
> 10/12/2008 9:38 AM by JohnM
 Astrophotography Collapse Category
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AutoGuiding
Discuss topics related to autoguiding here.
41 289 View thread from start RE: Ready to have some fun!
> 10/12/2008 8:37 AM by David Pavlich
DSLRs
Discuss topics related to DSLR cameras used for astrophotography here.
80 615 View thread from start RE: quite a perdicament.
> 10/6/2008 9:06 AM by David Pavlich
CCDs
Discuss topics related to CCD cameras used for astrophotography here.
39 250 View thread from start RE: Trouble with the Starshoot Pro
> 10/3/2008 9:18 PM by dmilone
SLRs
Discuss topics related to SLR cameras used for astrophotography here.
8 54 View thread from start New To SLR Photography
> 8/19/2008 4:02 PM by bigastronomy
Filters
Discuss topics related to filters for astrophotography use here.
19 62 View thread from start Re: H-BETA Filter really needed for...
> 10/11/2008 9:58 PM by Paul47
Focal Reducers
Discuss topics related to focal reducers here.
12 37 View thread from start RE: sct f/r
> 10/1/2008 11:41 AM by mandokid1
Photo Processing Software
Discuss topics related to photo processing software here.
15 68 View thread from start MaxIm DL essentials Question -Anti-...
> 10/10/2008 2:01 PM by Buddhist2k
Shooting Solar System Objects
Discuss topics related to photographing objects within our solar system here. (moon and planets)
60 265 View thread from start Re: First Moon Captures
> 10/10/2008 3:40 PM by mkjt88
Shooting Deep Space Objects
Discuss topics related to photographing deep space objects (galaxies, clusters, nebulas, etc.) here.
83 451 View thread from start Re: M27 and M31
> 10/6/2008 8:29 PM by fdxman
WebCams
Discuss topics related to using webcams to capture astro photos here.
22 118 View thread from start RE: How can i enhance my images?
> 10/12/2008 3:35 AM by mosheriffic
 Eyepieces, Binoculars, BinoViewers, and Filters Collapse Category
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Eyepieces
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of eyepieces here.
97 511 View thread from start Re: FWIW - Sterling Eyepieces
> 10/11/2008 10:11 PM by Paul47
Barlows
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of barlows here.
9 39 View thread from start Re: Shorty vs Shorty Plus
> 9/8/2008 8:08 PM by Mr.Neptune
Binoculars
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of binoculars here.
10 44 View thread from start RE: Good Compact Binos Anyone?
> 8/12/2008 10:39 PM by Jon
BinoViewers
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of binoviewers here.
7 25 View thread from start RE: 1st Light William Optics Binovi...
> 10/10/2008 8:57 AM by Klitwo
Coma Correctors
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of coma correctors here.
3 17 View thread from start Re: MPCC - Multi-Purpose Coma Corre...
> 5/19/2008 11:53 PM by Daniel Maloney
Diagonals
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of diagonals here.
8 31 View thread from start Re: Diagonal Deliemma
> 10/3/2008 12:14 PM by Mr.Neptune
Filters
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of filters here.
9 53 View thread from start Re: A Filter for me?
> 10/1/2008 7:42 PM by Mr.Neptune
 General Equipment Collapse Category
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Cases
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of cases (eyepiece, scope, etc.) here.
11 51 View thread from start RE: Tackle box --- I mean Accessory...
> 9/28/2008 8:42 PM by softail
Collimation Aids
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of collimation aids (lasers, site tubes, etc.) here.
4 12 View thread from start RE: sight cap vs. Cheshire
> 10/7/2008 4:38 PM by JohnM
Finders
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of finders (Telrad, Rigel, etc.) here.
13 68 View thread from start RE: My New Telrad
> 10/8/2008 10:33 AM by David Pavlich
Focusers
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of focusers (crayford, helical, etc.) here.
20 103 View thread from start Re: Feathertouch pics and tests
> 10/3/2008 2:17 PM by Mr.Neptune
Laser Pointers
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of laser pointers here.
4 19 View thread from start Re: A good thing, but
> 7/3/2008 12:44 PM by AstronomyKing
Observation Chairs
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of observing chairs here.
6 34 View thread from start Re: Is a chair usable with a dob?
> 10/6/2008 3:12 PM by Mr.Neptune
Miscellaneous Equipment
Discuss topics related to any other kind of astronomical equipment not already listed.
43 189 View thread from start Got my Telescope, But very shakey
> 10/2/2008 5:41 PM by GTS6
Observatories
Tell us about the type of observatory you use!
23 167 View thread from start Re: Birthday present...
> 10/9/2008 7:48 PM by yz426f0
 Mounts Collapse Category
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GoTo Mounts
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of GoTo mounts here.
96 611 View thread from start Re: GoTo is cheating
> 10/10/2008 12:25 PM by superfund
Non-GoTo Mounts
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of Non-GoTo mounts (includes motor driven) here.
35 199 View thread from start Re: Everyone cross their fingers
> 9/17/2008 11:35 PM by JohnM
 Telescopes - Catadioptric Collapse Category
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Maksutov-Cassegrains
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of maksutov-cassegrains here.
8 24 View thread from start Re: First light, and intro
> 8/11/2008 2:44 PM by zandar
Ritchey-Chrétiens
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of ritchey-chrétiens here.
8 62 View thread from start Re: Visual Performance
> 10/6/2008 8:17 PM by Mr.Neptune
Schmidt-Cassegrains
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of schmidt-cassegrains here.
40 293 View thread from start RE: Reducer corrector
> 10/10/2008 11:33 AM by JohnM
 Telescopes - Hybrid Collapse Category
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Cassegrain-Newtonians
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of cassegrain-newtonians here.
2 3 View thread from start Re: Takahashi CN-212
> 10/7/2008 4:16 PM by Mr.Neptune
Maksutov-Newtonians
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of maksutov-newtonians here.
9 65 View thread from start Re: New Mak/Newt at Orion
> 10/9/2008 6:41 PM by M31
Schmidt-Newtonians
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of schmidt-newtonians here.
8 58 View thread from start Re: Comet Catcher
> 9/27/2008 12:08 PM by Mr.Neptune
 Telescopes - Reflector Collapse Category
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Classical Cassegrains
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of classical cassegrains here.
3 9 View thread from start Re: SCT mount pros and cons
> 10/3/2008 1:56 PM by Mr.Neptune
Dobsonians
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of dobsonian reflectors here.
58 406 View thread from start Re: must haves for xt8 skyquest int...
> 10/11/2008 7:54 PM by Dano
Newtonians
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of newtonian reflectors here.
24 130 View thread from start RE: Orion 6" Imaging Telescope...
> 10/10/2008 1:08 AM by mosheriffic
 Telescopes - Refractor Collapse Category
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Achromatic Refractors
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of achromatic refractors here.
35 269 View thread from start Re: Antares 152mm Refractor (model ...
> 10/12/2008 3:46 AM by Andy
Apochromatic Refractors
Discuss topics related to all makes and models of apochromatic refractors here.
57 439 View thread from start Re: Vixen - NeoAchro 140 Refractor ...
> 10/12/2008 12:04 AM by klaatu2u

Astronomy.com - News
The latest news and stories from Astronomy Magazine - (10/12/2008 7:11 AM)
Phoenix Lander digging and analyzing soil as darkness gathersThursday, October 09, 2008
In addition to analyzing soil samples, mission scientists are eager to analyze an icy layer beneath the martian surface.
Nature and fate of early star-forming galaxy resolvedWednesday, October 08, 2008
This demonstrates the eventual power of the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Splashly portrait helps explain how stars formWednesday, October 08, 2008
Scientists combined data to better discern various parts of NGC 346.
Stunning images from MESSENGER's second Mercury flybyTuesday, October 07, 2008
MESSENGER made its second flyby of the innermost planet October 6, and it's already sending back stunning images of never-before-photographed features.
Out-of-this-world Award 2008 updateFriday, September 26, 2008
The nearly 40 submissions to Astronomy magazine's 2008 Out-of-this-world programming award represent a collection of the country's best astronomy outreach programs. We'll announce the winner in the next few weeks.
Big galaxy collisions can stunt star formationTuesday, October 07, 2008
Scientists learn gravity's role in heating galaxy gas.
Cassini flyby of Saturn moon to offer insight into solar system historyTuesday, October 07, 2008
Scientists are preparing for spacecraft to venture deeper than ever before to sample atoms in Enceladus' atmosphere.
Video of October 6 asteroid 2008 TC3Tuesday, October 07, 2008
A small asteroid discovered earlier October 6 entered Earth's atmosphere later that night. Friction with the air caused the object to explode with roughly a kiloton of energy, creating a spectacular fireball as it disintegrated. The object, designated 2008 TC3, was only 3 to 15 feet (1 to 5 meters) across and posed no threat to reach Earth's surface or the altitude of airplanes.
NASA spacecraft ready to explore outer solar systemMonday, October 06, 2008
The new spacecraft will allow scientists to understand the global reaction between our Sun and the galaxy.
Asteroid will disintegrate in Earth's atmosphere MondayMonday, October 06, 2008
Asteroid 2008 TC3 should blaze brightly as it slams into Earth's atmosphere October 6.
 

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