Re: [APML] A question about collimating

["Bobby Middleton" <bobm@koyote.com>]

----- Original Message -----
From: m.dyer <mr.m.dyer@worldnet.att.net>
>
> I recently purchased the Orion LaserMate collimator.,., Part of the
> procedure involves marking the center of  the primary mirror (Orion SVD "6
> reflector) with a small (@ "1/4) donut shaped sticker.
>
> Will placing this sticker on the primary mirror cause a drop
performance???
> For normal viewing? - for photography?

Won't affect performance at all; either visually or photographically. The
center spot will be hidden by the secondary anyway.

>
> Is marking the mirror "key"  in finding center or is the "eyeball" method
> sufficient ???:)

Yes, it needs to be precise.
Bobby Middleton




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