To make your telescope ready for capturing the night sky, here are some helpful tips:

1. Use a Strong Mount: A solid mount keeps your telescope steady. An equatorial mount is great for following stars and planets as they move across the sky.

2. Pick the Right Camera: A DSLR camera or one made for astrophotography is best. These cameras can take longer pictures and see more light.

3. Get the Right Tools:

   • T-T rings and adapters: These help you connect your camera to the telescope.
   • Filters: Light pollution filters can make your pictures clearer and better.

4. Adjust Your Settings: Use manual mode on your camera. Set a low ISO, like 800, and choose a longer exposure time. A good starting time is between 15 to 30 seconds.

5. Edit Your Pictures: Use software like Adobe Photoshop or special tools for astrophotography to make your pictures look even better.

Try out these tips and see how you can take amazing photos of the night sky!