Telescope Collimation Log
Optical Alignment Tracker & Maintenance Record
Alignment Status:
COLLIMATED
Orion XT8 Dobsonian
Owner: Astronomer Doe
Date: Oct 24, 2023
Session ID: COL-001
1. Environmental Conditions
| Location: | Backyard Observatory | Temperature: | 55°F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seeing (1-5): | 3/5 (Average) | Transparency: | 4/5 (Good) |
2. Optical Alignment Diagram
Representation of the view through the focuser/Cheshire eyepiece.
Initial State: Misaligned (Secondary Offset)
Tools Used: Laser Collimator, Cheshire
3. Maintenance Notes
- Secondary mirror rotation adjusted.
- Primary mirror tilt corrected via locking screws.
- Star test performed on Polaris.
Telescope & Environment
Alignment Visualizer
Use the sliders to replicate the "Before" view through your eyepiece to record the error.