Hi I have used my TAL 200K for several years now and the rack and pinion focuser is worn out. I would like to replace it with a dual speed Crayford focuser....
... Dave, Both questions can probably be answered by Robert Lebeck, owner of http://www.hoo-germany.de/. He can be reached via info@... He sells his...
I am also a proud owner of a Tal 200k I have also replaced the focusser for another one, In my case a JMI mini 3 with motor, it's a 1,25 inch, but the...
Hi. I'm in need of some info on the newer MT-3S stepper mount. I have this mount on order(good price) and need to make an alluminium plate to fit on top of the...
Hi, Can anyone please advise me on upgrading the TAL 220K focusser? I have looked at the postings on the JMI NGF, but the link to the documents seems to be...
I have a Tal-2 Gem Eq mounting ... this is for their 6" reflector. This model has two toggle switches on the drive housing, a 'female' port that accepts a...
I have a Tal-2 Gem Eq mounting ... this is for their 6" reflector. This model has two toggle switches on the drive housing, a 'female' port that accepts a...
Hi (and sorry for my bad english) I have an intes m603 (150/1500) and looking for a new scope with larger aperture like a 10". After looking for the C11 or...
I've tried to post this 2x before??!??? Why have those mess. not been posted?? Anyway... I've a Vega controller for my Tal gem RA mount. I've never used it...
I have a Tal GEM Ra mounting ... Bought it from an outfit in Ontario that no longer exits ... I think one of the two guys was Malcolm Bird.... Anyway, he sent...
I used to be a member back in 2003-04. I have renewed interest in astronomy and never got a scope. I am shopping now for a scope, but it appears that whoever...
Hi all, new to this group, have a tal 200k with a precise parts (usa) backplate modification to take standard SCT 2" fittings, tried a GSO crayford focuser but...
Go into the 'photos' folder and look under 'AndyH's Tal Gear'. My vega controller fits/plugs straight into my mount(the one that came with the 6" F8 newt) and...
Hello Alex, I have a Tal 1-m with the Tal Gem1 mount circa 2004. It has the two toggle switches which you mentioned. I have the later Tal built contoller which...
... You can do two things: put the secundary optical element 1 or two mm backwards (towards the main mirror) or tilt the primairy 1 or two mm. 1 mm gives 2 cm...
Thanks for the reply Bert, will do some reading on it as you suggest! and then make my decision.... :-) ... From: bert_bogchelman <a.bogchelman@...>...
Thank you very much Len ... I re-read the Vega controller instructions on the TAL/Yahoo site last night..... They seem to confirm what you say. I realize it...
Hi Some of you may remember my post last year regarding the lens couplet in the focuser of my 120M that had become debonded, causing pretty but annoying...
Hi Folks! Well I finally got a clear night to test and tweak! You may remember on my last post I had re-stuck the lens couplet that fits in the focuser back...
Great news Andrew, I'm glad this worked out for you as I must admit I wasn't convinced the glue would set fully optically clear. Sounds like you made a great...
Andrew that is great news! My company manufactures optics and I am familiar with the UV curing adhesives, though not the brand you used. In the US the most...
How to remote control a Mead LXD 75 Telescope and view the Images on a computer? A long order but basic source material on EYE PIECE , modifications...
Hi everyone im Chris from uk, im new to all this so please try to bear with me!! :) ive just recieved my first telescope which was brought 2nd hand out of a...
Hi Chris, I too picked one of these up a few weeks ago and have been cleaning it up for use, as such I don't have any tips yet... but even in its current state...
Hi Chris, I have this telescope and have used it with great satisfaction since 2004. Check out the article published in UK in Asronomy Now Jan 2006 by Martin...
... Hi, I'm also in the UK. I have used a Tal-1 since 2003. This is an excellent little scope. Make an effort to at least roughly point the RA axis at the...
