When watching videos of peoples telescopes, the amount of equipment seems like alot. Is there any videos of people setting up Celestron 9.25 EdgeHD or similar scopes to watch?
Telescope equipment seems overwhelming when watching videos - is there guidance?
Kathleen Jordan · Dec 20, 2025 at 08:01 PM
When watching videos of peoples telescopes, the amount of equipment seems like alot. Is there any videos of people setting up Celestron 9.25 EdgeHD or similar scopes to watch?
Are you trying to set it up for visual or astrophotography?
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Astrophotography.
Are there any other Astrophotographers nearby? If so, they can be a huge resource and maybe even offer hands on advice. I have both given and received huge amounts of help over the (last 30 +) years that way. It would help if they had used that scope but even if they have not they should be able to help a lot.
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I have a 9.25 edge as well, my first and still only scope. FWIW, to start, however much you can afford, plus a loan for 50% more : ), is what you should spend on a mount. Then to begin, keep it as simple as possible. 1-2 min (or less) exposures so that autoguiding isn’t necessary, bahtinov mask for focusing, celestron’s ‘2-point’? (can’t rember the name) polar alignment, dslr, and an intervalometer ($30 on Amazon) to run the camera. From there on, it’s pure descent….. : )
Cheers,
Scott
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Scott Badger · Dec 20, 2025, 08:49 PM
I have a 9.25 edge as well, my first and still only scope. FWIW, to start, however much you can afford, plus a loan for 50% more :
LOL, my very first astrophotography scope too! Back in the mid-90’s, with an Olympus film camera and manual guiding with your eye glued to an illuminated-reticle eyepiece for 30-minute exposures. Those were the days! Killer on the lower back.
Good luck OP, things are much better (though perhaps a bit more expensive) now. You can produce amazing images these days with very modest equipment. Don’t be discouraged at the learning curve, it’s worth it.
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The book ‘The astrophotography manual’ from Chris Woodhouse gives an excellent overview of all aspects of the equipment used and practical instructions on how to setup/use them.
But the best way to learn is just to go out and start, small steps at the time.
But the best way to learn is just to go out and start, small steps at the time.
Kathleen Jordan · Dec 20, 2025 at 08:14 PM
Astrophotography.
Awesome, great! Other than the scope, what equipment do you have right now? That would provide a better idea as to how to assist you better.
Currently, I’d say im a bit newer to the hobby. I have a Seestar S50, and a Sky-Watcher 250P GoTo. But I really want to upgrade sometime next year, or 2027.
Kathleen Jordan · Dec 20, 2025, 08:01 PM
When watching videos of peoples telescopes, the amount of equipment seems like alot. Is there any videos of people setting up Celestron 9.25 EdgeHD or similar scopes to watch?
I understand and yes feel your fear, but we all started bit by bit and not all at the same moment. As in any Hobby it slowly starts to build up.
Start slowly and you will get used to it and with time suddenly you will have as many of us a bunch of cables all over the place…
One thing you should not do is to start buying stuff without having done your homework.
Look around and the best would be to get some views at setups in your local region and you will see it is not as you thought at the beginning.
Be aware that switching from a Dobson to equatorial mount is like two different pairs of shoes.
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Kathleen Jordan · Dec 21, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Currently, I’d say im a bit newer to the hobby. I have a Seestar S50, and a Sky-Watcher 250P GoTo. But I really want to upgrade sometime next year, or 2027.
Got it, well, I would start planning a budget for your mount first off.
You mentioned a Celestron 9.25 EdgeHD, is that your goal telescope? If so, you’re going to want a robust mount for it since the scope weights about 21lbs.
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Kathleen Jordan · Dec 20, 2025, 08:01 PM
When watching videos of peoples telescopes, the amount of equipment seems like alot. Is there any videos of people setting up Celestron 9.25 EdgeHD or similar scopes to watch?
Charlie did a great job with it and his book will work you through many of the steps needed to get started. Astro-imaging is incredibly rewarding but it’s hard so it takes patience and perseverance to figure it out. Good luck with your journey.
- John
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I have a SkyWatcher Newtonian 150P and also a SeeStar S50. Over a year back I upgraded to Askar SQA55 along with ZWO ecosystem comprising of AM5N Mount, ASI 533 MC Camera, ASI 120 MM Guide camera and ASI Air as a controller. Still use the others as well
Let me know if any specific information is required
All the best !
Yeah the 9.25 is my current goal scope, I looked a bit and the Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro, which has a 44-pound capacity looks good imo.
I own both the ZWO AM5 and the EQ6-R Pro mounts. On paper, they each have a 44-lb payload capacity, but in practice the EQ6-R Pro is noticeably more stable when carrying heavier loads. My advice would be to avoid the AM5 unless portability or travel is a priority for you. The AM5 is significantly lighter and easier to transport, but for heavier setups the EQ6-R Pro handles the weight more confidently.
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