This object was near the zenith at the time I took this image. Roland

I think that it's an aircraft, not a satellite. The reason is that there are at least 4 trails visible in the frame that are parallel to each other. There are the two corkscrew shaped ones, the bright

I have configured horizon and meridian limits for a scope combination. I changed the image train (now it is much longer), when running a pointing model using APPM, I think the scope hit the pier and I

I uploaded a new video showing Astro-Physics Dovetail Saddles & Dovetail Bars can be used for more than just telescopes. tony https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBBb2BiSn0o

The zoomable one is incredible. Rolando

For a couple weeks I've had to use task manager to end APPM. Clicking on File, or even the disconnect scope/camera buttons causes the program to freeze. The final entry in the log file says a plate so

I found a YouTube video on using NINA with APPM. The video is relatively old and talks about the use of “NINA 1.11”, the “Utilities for Astro-Physics Mounts” and “Create APPM Model”. I am running NINA

Happy Friday Astronuts! Just a quick announcement to let you know there are 2 new videos on the AP YouTube channel. Per your request, we’re working hard to provide more instructional videos on a wide

I’ve been swapping saddles around and installing a DOVELM162 on the Mach2 today. Of course, finding the correct bolts is a bit of a challenge. https://www.astro-physics.info/tech_support/accessories/m

Hi, Am using APCC latest version and for the life of me cannot get the system to accept a fixed DHCP lease for its TCP connection. I set it on my router with the right MAC address but almost at random

Hello Friends: Has anyone had any astro related issues with Windows 11? I'm debating taking the inevitable plunge now or later, and as always, I never feel either warm or fuzzy about it. Thanks for an

Darn, I forgot to park my AP900 last night. Started at pointing to zenith to do flats . So what actually happens to the clutches when it goes a few hours pushing scope against pier for a few hours? I

I am considering buying Parallax rotating rings so that I can mount my Teeter 10" Solid Tube Series f/5 reflector on a Mach2. The rings are $625, but before I explore this further, I wanted to see if

Not exactly on topic but this video is amazing. Never thought I would see something like this: https://arstechnica.com/science/2022/04/nasa-rover-captures-an-amazing-view-of-a-solar-eclipse-on-mars/ -

Here's one for Ray. I am on the third round of fighting issues with my 1100GTO mount status not being communicated to MaxIm DL, but last night I encountered an anomaly with the AP V2 ASCOM Driver as w

Hi, I just installed a CDK12.5 on an AP1100. i am wondering whether the APPM pointing model would need to be done for each camera that I use ? The camera connection is quite rigid (ONAG) but of course

I am guiding with an OAG on a C11" EdgeHD @ f/10 with a ZWO ASI6200mm Pro but finding guide stars all night long can sometimes be a challenge. My primary mirror is locked down and focus is performed w

I normally run the AP V2 Driver off a virtual port from APCC, but the other night I switched it over to run the AP V2 Driver directly off the ethernet COM port without APCC. I changed the settings in

I have a Planewave CDK20 on an AP1600GTOAE mount. The OTA + instruments weigh about 160lbs and the mount is spec'd for 220 lbs, so the payload is well within the capacity of the mount. But when I slew

I am thinking about replacing my laptop. What kind of specifications should I look for ? I will be using the same computer for running the mount (APCC, AP-V2 Driver, MaxIm DL), Imaging (MaxIm DL), and