HELP! I got an Emerson 50×100 Refractor Telescope (with Tripod 1ea) for Christmas, but everything is so blurry?
When I stand in front of my window and look through the main focal tube, I can’t really see anything. It’s all dark and blurry.. Am I supposed to do something to make it look more clear and precise?
Rule 1. in amateur astronomy, NEVER BUY A TELESCOPE FROM A DEPARTMENT STORE! They are nothing but frustrating pieces of junk. Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us. I had 2 junk scopes before I finally decided to buy a real one.
Some good stores to buy telescopes from are Orion, Celestron, and Meade. A good scope usually costs around $300. There are a few okay ones around $100, like this one http://www.telescope.com/control/telescopes/dobsonian-telescopes/orion-skyscanner-100mm-tabletop-reflector-telescope. If your willing to spend a little more money, I would recommend the
http://www.telescope.com/control/product/~category_id=classicdobs/~pcategory=dobsonians/~product_id=08942
If you want to use the scope you have go ahead, but it will offer nothing but frustration and poor images. If your really interested in the hobby, look for a local astronomy club. Most big cities have them. A cheaper alternative to a telescope is a good pair of 10×50 binoculars. Good luck and clear skies!
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