Roland, After following the adjustment procedure on your webpage, it was apparent that the problem was over-tightening of the screws. Your webpage adjustment procedure is very well done. The

Anyone know, right off hand, how many degrees (etc) the Pentax 67 on field flattener on 152mm f7.5, captures? Thanx -- == Greg Mueller Port Gamble, Washington Amateur Astronomer, Machinist,

We sent the chip and you should receive it soon. Since you have the newest chip, I invite you to be a part of our ap-beta group which is currently testing the new chip, the download procedures for the

writes: You might have bent your pinion. Remove the block and pinion from the focuser, and then place the pinion into the block. Now turn the pinion slowly. Does it turn easily all the way around,

The modifications are complete for the 600 mount. http://www.pcsincnet.com/astronomy/accessories/tmbapadapterplates.html Thanks! Mark

Mark, Thanks for the info in both emails. I've added Robo-Focus to the scope and it would also benefit from a looser focus. To: ap-gto@... From:

Hi Mike, Also, I'd like to ask if you have any of the lube that AP uses? This topic has been brought up previously, and while some may say that any old grease may be fine, but this may not be the

Hi Mike, Astro-Physics does have Tech-tips on the adjustment of the 2.7" focuser on thier web-site. Go to www.astro-physics.com/ and click on technical help. There you will get the info for proper

I'm beginning to wonder if my 2.7" focuser is a little too tight on my AP130. It has always performed well without noticeable backlash, but sometimes those small focus knobs take a little more torque

Marj: Thanks for the explanation, yes after I wrote you, I entered the Losmandy web and sure enough it is a led display. The display looks like yours, so that is why I goofed, sorry. I would not

Mark, We don't encourage people to order it just to have on hand. It is a two-part mixture and has a limited (don't ask me how long, I don't know) shelf life. Marj

Marj- Concerning atenuation of Keypad brightness: I visited to the local office supply superstore, and went up and down the aisles until I found Rolodex card protectors - the multicolored pack.

Hi, I am considering a 900GTO mount and portable pier, primarily for CCD work and have a few questions. I would appreciate any input. 1. I live in southern Arizona. Temperatures rarely fall below

Hi Mark, Nice post, and thanks for the info. Had not been aware that AP offered a small Touch-Up Kit, but I'm sure many would like to keep something like this on hand, in case that one sad day comes

Thanks Roland

Hi folks, Will the new update for THE SKY allow me to move the scope in all directions like the "#5" button does on my 1200 GOTO hand controller? OR, do I have to have version 3.0 hand controller for

Thanks Marjorie! Joe

Marj, As goofy as they look, they do help maintain dark adapted vision in the light. I wear them while setting up the mount in daytime and find the keypad easier to see under the black hood (take the

Yes it will. The Losmandy blocks have holes drilled for the top of the mounting rings also. Marjorie Christen Astro-Physics, Inc. 11250 Forest Hills Road Rockford, IL 61115 Phone: 815-282-1513 Fax:

Hi, I purchased a Losmandy LMDAP 6/7 plate from AP to mount my 6" AP to my 1200GTO via the AP DOVELM. I mounted the AP 65RING rings to the Losmandy plate I recently purchased an FSQ 106 TAK and I