I'm really confused about the terminology in this post. I've been using a QHY294C Pro since it was released. In 11mp mode, A pixel is defined as 4.63um*4.63um. In unlocked 47mp mode, A pixel is

Hi Bill, I'm testing with ASTAP, but I don't have a completion date because there are too many other variables in my day-to-day stuff. Have you compared the accuracy of ASTAP to SkyX plate solving?

Nicely done! That first good image is always a special one. Print it; frame it; and hang it on your astro-trophy wall!

Hi Gentlemen! I've been working with a team here at AP and a software developer from Sky Safari. For the present, they have added Mach2 support, Park 3 and Park in place to the existing Park 4.

Really getting tired of dealing with SkyX for plate solving, it is a really poor experience, as you get into 0.6" - 0.4"/px imaging. Meanwhile ASTAP works excellent. I have resorted to using SGP as a

I have a RAPAS on my 1100. I run lots of wires (around 6) through the mount and no issue. There is a plastic segmented "separator" that comes with the mount that allows you to run the cables through

Thx for the info. It turns out the imaging/mount-control computer is collocated with the mount/tripod... access is over remote-desktop / wifi (which is working great). I just needed the shortest

I am using USB active extenders. I have run 62' with no issues and running to a USB splitter at the mount to run a imaging camera and guider camera. These use a small power supply plugged in similar

Thanks Unc Rolando

Yes...that is same for my Android version of Sky Safari 6 Pro. Before we didn't have the options for parking other than one as I recall. Now when disconnecting it has the list of options. That is

Wow, that’s pretty. Well done, Geoff. Karen AP

Not bad at all. I always say "If it's up, image it!" Rolando

I forgot to paste the link: Kingdel Fanless Mini Desktop Computer, Mini PC with Intel i7 CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 2xHD Ports, 2xLAN, All Metal Body, Windows 10 Pro

I have two of these Kingdel fanless Core i7 headless PC running in my observatory and they have been flawless. The oldest one has been in operation for two years with no downtime and has controlled an

Thanks for the reply Dale. I probably should replace at least the SRO computer. Any particular brand or vendor you can recommend for getting these? Hopefully they can be well configured which is what

I wouldn't worry about computers needing a "rest" unless you have power availability considerations that would necessitate a complete shutdown of everything during idle periods. Computers are pretty

Hi Marty, This assumes the information you provided is correct (that 2x2 binning results in 1 arc-sec/pixel image scale using the ASI294MC with a 300mm aperature F15 scope). -Ray

Hi Marcelo, Ray wrote: Marcello wrote: What I posted above was just a theory. The ASI294MM, which is monochrome, recently received a firmware upgrade to "unlock" the higher resolution (natively

Yes wireless connection works. After disconnecting i have options for -Disconnect without Parking -Park at Position 4 -Park at Position 3 -Park at Current Position This using SkySafari 6 Pro on my

I think I found the port. Give me a bit of time and I will try and confirm later today Todd