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Re: APCC new install error
Dale Ghent
Ray would likely have deeper knowledge of what might (not) be happening here. The only remaining thing I can think of is that anti-virus is pulling shenanigans. Are you running anything other than the stock Windows Defender? If so, I would try disabling it temporarily while installing APCC. I presume you're running Windows 10?
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On Dec 14, 2021, at 22:29, midmoastro <teche70@...> wrote:
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
checking the error log first, I do see the following:
GetCurrentUtcOffset, Current Time Zone offset for '(UTC-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)' is -6
0000020 2021-12-14 21:22:49.173: Info, Async Window, <*closing*>
0000021 2021-12-14 21:22:50.005: Info, TimedMsgBox, Timeout (msecs): 5000, Message: Error creating virtual port 1 control: Class not registered (Exception from HRESULT: 0x80040154 (REGDB_E_CLASSNOTREG))
0000022 2021-12-14 21:22:55.015: Info, TimedMsgBox, NO USER RESPONSE: Using default button 1
0000023 2021-12-14 21:22:55.016: Info, TimedMsgBox, Button 2 clicked (&OK). Result code OK
0000024 2021-12-14 21:22:55.017: Info, TimedMsgBox, CLOSING: OK, Original Message: Error creating virtual port 1 control: Class not registered (Exception from HRESULT: 0x80040154 (REGDB_E_CLASSNOTREG))
0000025 2021-12-14 21:22:55.024: Info, Environmental, EnablePolling = True
0000026 2021-12-14 21:22:55.025: Info, Environmental, Polling Interval = 10 (secs)
0000027 2021-12-14 21:22:55.027: Info, Environmental, DeviceType = THUM
0000028 2021-12-14 21:22:55.068: Error, THUM, Error Reading THUM = 2
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
reboot in between makes no difference. After the install, though, there are several settings files left over. Im thinking about deleting everything under the Astro-Physics folder and trying it again. I can replace that stuff with the content of my laptop which does work.
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
Uninstalled. Right-clicked and ran as admin but still the same issue. Is a reboot needed between the uninstall and reinstall?
Very odd.
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Re: APCC new install error
Dale Ghent
The kind of error you're getting makes me wonder. Uninstall APCC, then try installing again (the beta) but this time, right click the installer .exe file and "Run as administrator"
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On Dec 14, 2021, at 21:49, midmoastro <teche70@...> wrote:
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
Same error. I wonder if I need to remove other files/remnants after the uninstall of APCC 1.9.0.11?
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
I have not, thank you Dale. I will try this and report back
Todd
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Re: APCC new install error
Dale Ghent
Try the current beta installer instead? There are a bunch of improvements in this area.
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https://www.apastrosoftware.com/apcc_download/APCC_Pro_BETA_Setup_1.9.2.5.exe
On Dec 14, 2021, at 21:21, midmoastro <teche70@...> wrote:
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RAPAS bracket gap on Mach2?
#Mach2GTO
Jeff Kraehnke
Not sure if this is a problem or not, but couldn't find mention of it anywhere so I thought I'd ask. When I insert the RAPAS into the mounting bracket on my Mach2, it doesn't slide all the way in. Comparing it to images from the RAPAS manual, I see that it inserts what appears to be all the way to the housing. Is this a problem or am I doing something wrong? Best I can tell it only goes one way. And yes, the thumbscrew is not preventing it from going in further. The geometry is I believe. Thanks.
Jeff 
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
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Re: APCC new install error
midmoastro
Thank you Brian. I installed: APCC Pro v1.9.0.11
I looked to see if Eltima showed in Add/Remove programs but couldnt find it there. I also went to my current working laptop to see if it was installed there as well and could not find it so its hard to tell if it installed correct or not. Or if that is in fact the issue Todd
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Re: [ap-ug] M33 with 92mm Stowaway, combining RGB, H-alpha, and O-III
Dale Ghent
I never did get the CFF flattener because it wasn't available when I received the CFF92, and I wanted to try to find a reducer+flattener system that had the same (or very close to the same) BFL so they could be interchangeable using the same Precise Parts adapter, with only a few shims of difference between them. But that didn't happen and all I've been using is the M63 reducer. That was perfectly fine with the 4/3 sensor in the ASI1600 I was using on it. The QHY268 pushes it just enough more that it's flaking out rapidly at the corners, as f/4.5 light cones are good at doing. I'm sure APS-C would be fine corner-to-corner on the slower f/6.9 version of the CFF92 with this reducer.
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A "unicorn" solution, for me at least, would be this super reducer that can be stuffed into the rear of a 3" FTF or Nitecrawler, with a paired flattener that has the same BFL to keep framing options open without much ado when it comes to adapter configuration.
On Dec 13, 2021, at 15:42, Bill Long <bill@...> wrote:
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Re: APCC new install error
what version of APCC are you installing? I agree it sounds like an issue with Eltima software, although it should install (silently i believe) with APCC
On Tue, Dec 14, 2021 at 4:45 PM midmoastro <teche70@...> wrote: I'm installing APCC on a new Intel NUC and having some issues that I didnt have with my prior laptop install. --
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APCC new install error
midmoastro
I'm installing APCC on a new Intel NUC and having some issues that I didnt have with my prior laptop install.
I've been following the document and dont think I've missed anything. I installed in this order: 1. Update to .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later (if needed) ( I actually have 3.5 and 4.8 installed) 2. Install the ASCOM Platform 6.5 SP1 (complete) 3. Install the AP V2 ASCOM Driver (complete) 4. Install APCC (complete) I also saw the black box pop up but never got a prompt to install the Eltima software. So maybe this is the issue? I entered my software key in APCC without issue. After launching APCC, I get the following error. Any ideas what this may be related to? Did I miss something? 
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Re: APCC Not Restarting Cleanly
I know this is old, sorry it's been on my queue too long:
They can be two separate connections to the telescope - one from ACP and the other from MaximDL. In your script, I see that ACP is disconnecting from the telescope, but I do not see a call disconnecting MaximDL from the telescope.MaxIm, when used with ACP never connects the Telescope (or anything else!) in its own Observatory Control. ACP is in charge of slewing the scope etc. However, if the guider uses Pulse Guiding, then MaxIm will use a connection from the guider logic ("ASCOM Direct") only for the purpose of providing guiding corrections. In this case, connecting and disconnecting the Camera (MaxIm's CCDCamera object) results in connecting and disconnecting from the telescope. In Jerry's case Camera.LinkEnabled = false;
Util.CameraConnected = false; // Disconnect it from ACP
Console.PrintLine("OK, imager shutdown complete.");
Is releasing MaxIm's connection to the telescope. I need to review with Jerry though, on how he is getting his "dangerous low hjanging rolloff" closed safely. I believe you changed (rightly) Park() from sync to async, right? His script may be trying to disconnect the telescope while it is still parking. I'll let you know.
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General Questions about new AP1600
Scott B
The plan for the new observatory is imaging only for the 130mm OTA, while the 16'' SCT will be used for visual as well as imaging small DSOs like planetaries and probably the planets too. Down the road I'd love to get into photometry when I have the time to dedicate to it. I haven't chosen a camera yet for the refractor. A camera with 3.75 micrometer pixels would yield an image scale of about 1.33''/pixel for the 130mm (there is a focal reducer). I am near the Atlantic ocean - a block away - would the seeing over the ocean allow me to be more aggressive about a smaller image scale? FWIW I've yet to image in monochrome or use an autofocuser, so this will be another piece of the learning curve. I plan to run the Pegasus Ultimate Powerbox 2 thru the mount to connect and power the cameras and accessories. Would any other cables need to go thru? I'd like to get everything setup in such a way that I can leave all the heavy parts of the mount in place permanently, so I'm trying to plan out cable management in advance. Some other questions - Do most users prefer APCC or ASCOM? Do most imagers use PhD to guide, or other software? I've never used an OAG - will this be a necessity for imaging with the LX850? Finally, when it comes to this new mount and OTAs, I don't know what I don't know, so any experiences you consider worth sharing are appreciated. Thanks very much Scott B
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Re: APCC log question
Hi Mike,
I just redid my PE correction with PemPro and that had improved matters quite a bit. If you have anyAPCC Pro can do full-sky or declination-arc drift correction. -Ray -----Original Message-----
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Re: APCC log question
Hi Ray,
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I just redid my PE correction with PemPro and that had improved matters quite a bit. If you have any suggestions about measuring and correcting drift, I’m all ears. Thanks for your reply. Mike
On Dec 14, 2021, at 5:33 AM, Ray Gralak <iogroups@...> wrote:
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Re: AP1600 Lost
Bob Enouen
Thank you Ray.
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Bob Robert J. Enouen Cell 513-504-4410
On Dec 14, 2021, at 8:28 AM, Ray Gralak <iogroups@...> wrote:
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Re: Install APCC first or AP V2?
Here is the recommended order:
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1. Update to .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later (if needed) 2. Install the ASCOM Platform 6.5 SP1 3. Install the AP V2 ASCOM Driver 4. Install APCC -Ray
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