Most telescope setup problems for beginners stem from four primary causes: inadequate temperature acclimation (30 minutes to 2+ hours depending on telescope type), misaligned finder scopes, excessive magnification beyond atmospheric limits (typically 250-350×), and failure to remove dust caps. Quick solutions include allowing proper cooling time, aligning finder scopes during daylight using distant targets, starting with low magnification eyepieces (25-32mm), and conducting a systematic pre-session equipment check. Understanding the crucial role of temperature acclimation, which alone resolves approximately 40% of beginner…