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- 27 Jun 2016 13:54
- Forum: Astronomical telescopes and accessories
- Topic: What is resolving power?
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What is resolving power?
Resolving power, measured in arc-seconds, is the ability to discriminate between two close points, such as double stars, or to reveal detail. The celestial sphere is divided into 360??, each degree is divided into 60 "arc-minutes." These arc-minutes are further divided into 60 parts, each called an ...
- 26 Jun 2016 13:20
- Forum: Astronomical telescopes and accessories
- Topic: Can you change magnification of a telescope, and if so, how?
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Can you change magnification of a telescope, and if so, how?
Yes. Two easy ways to change magnification: 1) Change to a different focal length eyepiece. Shorter focal lengths increase magnification, longer focal lengths decrease magnification. 2) Add a "Barlow" lens between the telescope and the eyepiece. A Barlow lens system can double or triple magnificatio...
- 26 Jun 2016 13:14
- Forum: Announcements
- Topic: Updates to our Terms and Conditions
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- Views: 12801
Updates to our Terms and Conditions
In order to keep pace with changes in our products, we regularly review our Terms and Conditions to make sure they're up to date and in line with any applicable legislative changes. As a result of our recent review, we have made some updates to our Terms and Conditions. With this new version of the ...
- 19 Apr 2016 22:10
- Forum: Astronomical telescopes and accessories
- Topic: Magnification formula
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4900
Re: Magnification formula
Divide the focal length of the telescope optical system by the focal length of the eyepiece. The result is magnification (x). With a refracting telescope, the objective lens focal length alone may be used for this calculation. In some reflecting telescope designs, the net focal length may be greater...
- 19 Apr 2016 21:59
- Forum: Astronomical telescopes and accessories
- Topic: Terrestrial vs Astronomical
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2828
Re: Terrestrial vs Astronomical
We call objects associated with the planet Earth "terrestrial." This includes birds, whales, people, ships, landscapes and butterflies. We regard space objects beyond Earth's atmosphere as "astronomical." Examples include the Moon, planets, comets, stars, galaxies, nebulae, and the Sun.
- 19 Apr 2016 21:57
- Forum: Astronomical telescopes and accessories
- Topic: Telescope types
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2940
Re: Telescope types
All telescopes collect light and focus the magnified image on a single point. We classify telescopes by their intended application and by their optical design. The two main applications are terrestrial (spotting) and astronomical. The two principle optical designs are reflecting and refracting. Refl...
- 19 Apr 2016 21:55
- Forum: Astronomical telescopes and accessories
- Topic: Best telescope
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4917
Re: Best telescope
The "best" telescope is the one you will use the most! Ask yourself, "What do I want to see -- earth objects, space objects, or both?" The answer should reveal whether you need a "spotting scope" or an astronomical telescope - or one that will handle both terrestrial and space objects!
- 19 Apr 2016 17:51
- Forum: GPS enabled equipment
- Topic: Garmin products now available at TechnoPro - Optics Online
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- 20 Mar 2016 20:55
- Forum: Recreation and outdoor equipment
- Topic: Garmin products now available
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- Views: 4613
Garmin products now available
Garmin products now available at TechnoPro - Optics Online.
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- 10 Feb 2015 15:56
- Forum: Recreation and outdoor equipment
- Topic: Trail Camera Software Updates
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3959
Trail Camera Software Updates
As with any electronic product, software is a key component to the function of that product. To make certain that you have the latest software update for your Trophy Cam, please read below. How do I know if I need the update? 2014 Trophy Cam Software update available for Trophy Cam models 119636, 11...