--- In ap-gto@..., chris1011@... wrote: I like ATS products. Are they making a F.I.A.? This would be a desireable accessory. Joe > > In a message dated 11/25/2008 5:14:34 PM Central Standa

I think some 3600's are shipping soon, most I guess are destined for pier mounting in observatories. I am looking for tripod options for portable use. I see there is an ATS offering. I believe PWT mad

I am really a little surprised that there isn't a little more group response on this very exciting announcement from AP. Am I missing something? joe too, capable of entire 360 encoder to that tooth to

Good to here. Just bought my tickets to NYC (Jetblue).See you their. Joe Will it ncid=aolhom00030000000001) > > > >

Haven't heard much on production progress. Anybody know ETA? Will it be displayed at NEAF this Year? Joe

After accepting the futility of self-help, I gave AP tech support a call. 'Mechano-sleuths' Christine and Wally predicted binding of a gear in the RA motor 'box'. This was diagnosed by comparing the t

To Joe Z.- I used 2 differant power supplies, including the new 'large'AP supply. Total weight of Traveler/ camera/stuff- about 35 lbs.- so not past mount capacity.Balance is accomplished by having sc

Haven't used the AP900 in a while. In spite of moon, (naturally) very clear night. Traveler with STV/miniborg/STL11000. AP900 most recent vintage. I believe very well balanced. Since I have an AP1200

-Neils. I think the TOA150 is 179mm diamter, so 155 rings wont fit. Parallax makes rings for TOA150. You could use those with the terrific and well priced AP 15inch ribbed plate. I think Socalastro ma

Thanks Ray,. I will give it a try today. Joe section. and RD you my few modified tracking, or 76 DEC to enter

So, if I understand you correctly, I go to Comet dialog box,Comet input in "The Sky", enter orbital elements. Then if I 'Syn" with the newly imputed comet, the mount will track the comet? Wow, is this

I am trying to figure out how to adjust the R.A.and DEC rate of my recent vintage AP900 from sidereal to 73P,s rate (for tomorrow night). I have reviewed the suggestions for using Pulseguide made here

Based on the level of sophistication you employ, this might sound a bit basic. From your comment I cant tell if you mean you use FSQ for imaging, or are performing your alignment with STV in the FSQ?