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First light for a new camera 25 messages
Hi All, A couple of new mono CMOS cameras have come out over the last few months. First a 4/3" sized camera using the back illuminated IMX492 and then most recently cameras using the back illuminated
Hi All, A couple of new mono CMOS cameras have come out over the last few months. First a 4/3" sized camera using the back illuminated IMX492 and then most recently cameras using the back illuminated
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By Dean Jacobsen
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Factory PEC curve, how is it generated? 4 messages
This question is simply to satisfy my curiosity. To create the factory installed PEC curve I assume each mount must be tested and track a star like source moving at sidereal rate for several worm gear
This question is simply to satisfy my curiosity. To create the factory installed PEC curve I assume each mount must be tested and track a star like source moving at sidereal rate for several worm gear
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By skester@...
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How Good Can Guiding be With Non-AE Mount 11 messages
I have a 1100 GTO mount without absolute encoders, and I have been wondering how good I can expect the guiding to be. The guiding graph below is pretty typical of what I get. Is this pretty typical, o
I have a 1100 GTO mount without absolute encoders, and I have been wondering how good I can expect the guiding to be. The guiding graph below is pretty typical of what I get. Is this pretty typical, o
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By M Hambrick
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What is the current status for Linux / Mac support via INDI or similar? 6 messages
Although I have been using Windows / ASCOM. I am really keen to make a move to Mac/Linux. Software like CCDCiel and Ekos are maturing quickly and more importantly they are much less resource hungry an
Although I have been using Windows / ASCOM. I am really keen to make a move to Mac/Linux. Software like CCDCiel and Ekos are maturing quickly and more importantly they are much less resource hungry an
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By Henry Kwok
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Dec limit in Mach2 40 messages
I have been battling an issue with the Mach2 that is difficult for me to pinpoint. I am using the Mach2 with APCC Pro, I finish an imaging session by parking the mount to Park 3. When I start APCC at
I have been battling an issue with the Mach2 that is difficult for me to pinpoint. I am using the Mach2 with APCC Pro, I finish an imaging session by parking the mount to Park 3. When I start APCC at
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By Luca Marinelli
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RAPAS for use in the South 4 messages
Anyone in the Southern H. using the RAPAS? Can you use it effectively in light polluted skies? Thanks Bob
Anyone in the Southern H. using the RAPAS? Can you use it effectively in light polluted skies? Thanks Bob
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By Bob
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Difference between Recalibrate and Sync 7 messages
My friend and I have just about given up on the difference between Sync and Recalibrate with the AP900. Can somehow explain the difference in terms we can understand?? What difference does it make?? W
My friend and I have just about given up on the difference between Sync and Recalibrate with the AP900. Can somehow explain the difference in terms we can understand?? What difference does it make?? W
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By Vladimir Steblina
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Mach2 question 3 messages
My Mach2 arrived on Saturday, I have set it up in the family room to get used to it’s operation. During this process I connected it to SkySafari and was pleasantly surprised that the mount connected a
My Mach2 arrived on Saturday, I have set it up in the family room to get used to it’s operation. During this process I connected it to SkySafari and was pleasantly surprised that the mount connected a
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By Harold
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Time for some eye candy 5 messages
Hi Just thought I would share my first image with an ASI6200mm camera. This camera is 62mpixel CMOS with next to no noise compared to my previous STL11000. This was guided with an ASI290 off axis with
Hi Just thought I would share my first image with an ASI6200mm camera. This camera is 62mpixel CMOS with next to no noise compared to my previous STL11000. This was guided with an ASI290 off axis with
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By Tom Blahovici
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2 Pier Observatory Scenario for Mach2 x2 5 messages
How viable would be a 2 pier scenario in a SkyShed Pod observatory housing TWO Mahch2s. Some assumptions, payload configurations, and observatory dimensions are as follows. *Assumptions* ** * Red line
How viable would be a 2 pier scenario in a SkyShed Pod observatory housing TWO Mahch2s. Some assumptions, payload configurations, and observatory dimensions are as follows. *Assumptions* ** * Red line
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By @mmalik
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Ap1200 / TheSkyX jog runaway 29 messages
I'm not sure if I should ask here or in the Bisque support forum, but I'll try here first. Tonight I'm running some autoguider tests with my AP1200 connected to TheSkyX via ASCOM. I slewed to a star i
I'm not sure if I should ask here or in the Bisque support forum, but I'll try here first. Tonight I'm running some autoguider tests with my AP1200 connected to TheSkyX via ASCOM. I slewed to a star i
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By Mike Dodd
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Mach 1 not parking at Alt Az position 11 messages
Hello, I have a Mach 1 that is running off of CP3. I've programmed the Alt Az position to be with the counterweight bar horizontal and scope pointed straight up for flats. Recently, it doesn't quite p
Hello, I have a Mach 1 that is running off of CP3. I've programmed the Alt Az position to be with the counterweight bar horizontal and scope pointed straight up for flats. Recently, it doesn't quite p
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By Arun Hegde
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ASCOM with AP1200 GTO and TheSkyX? 4 messages
I tried to post this last night, but I don't think it got through. I have not been able to get ASCOM to work with my AP1200 GTO and TheSkyX (TSX). I downloaded ASCOMPlatform65SP1.exe to my Windows 10
I tried to post this last night, but I don't think it got through. I have not been able to get ASCOM to work with my AP1200 GTO and TheSkyX (TSX). I downloaded ASCOMPlatform65SP1.exe to my Windows 10
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By Allen Gilchrist
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Payload AP1200GTO 14 messages
Hello, A question: I have an AP1200GTO on a fixed concrete pillar in an observatory. Would this handle the following load: a 300 mm f/4 newton with a weight of approximately 20kg (including camera) an
Hello, A question: I have an AP1200GTO on a fixed concrete pillar in an observatory. Would this handle the following load: a 300 mm f/4 newton with a weight of approximately 20kg (including camera) an
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By Geert
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Mach2,s coldest night so far. 2 messages
So it’s supposed to get down to 3° tonight. Here in Iowa. Going to do a little testing and see how the Mach2 handles it. 🥶
So it’s supposed to get down to 3° tonight. Here in Iowa. Going to do a little testing and see how the Mach2 handles it. 🥶
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By Tim Morrill
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Nanook of the North 5 messages
Hi Fellow astronuts, I'm clearing a path to the observatory so i can test mounts and scopes. Ice cold polar vortex heading our way with temps of -25 to -30 F. Perfect for cold weather testing. Of cour
Hi Fellow astronuts, I'm clearing a path to the observatory so i can test mounts and scopes. Ice cold polar vortex heading our way with temps of -25 to -30 F. Perfect for cold weather testing. Of cour
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By Roland Christen
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Mount Maintenance 8 messages
Hello all I was reading the Mach 1 GTO manual as I do from time to time to refresh my memory. I noted something that I either didn't read before or just forgot. Under the "Mount Maintenance" section (
Hello all I was reading the Mach 1 GTO manual as I do from time to time to refresh my memory. I noted something that I either didn't read before or just forgot. Under the "Mount Maintenance" section (
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By Bruce Bartle
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1100 mount production 19 messages
Hi fellow Astronuts, Just a quick update on 1100 mount production. Our next production run is in the works. All machined parts are finished, we just need to do painting and assembly of the parts now.
Hi fellow Astronuts, Just a quick update on 1100 mount production. Our next production run is in the works. All machined parts are finished, we just need to do painting and assembly of the parts now.
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By Roland Christen
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Selling an AP Mount, what is the procedure in AP? 4 messages
I am selling my Mach1, which is registered in AP at my name, what do I and the new owner have to do to update that registration for future support? Thank you,
I am selling my Mach1, which is registered in AP at my name, what do I and the new owner have to do to update that registration for future support? Thank you,
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By Marcelo Figueroa
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APCC GrapeCity Error Message 5 messages
I just started getting this popup in APPC Pro when I hit the Model Button. It has been running fine for years on Win7 and I'm up to date with the latest APPC version. It still functions ok with the la
I just started getting this popup in APPC Pro when I hit the Model Button. It has been running fine for years on Win7 and I'm up to date with the latest APPC version. It still functions ok with the la
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By johnrogerjennings@...
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