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#7337 From: "Jerry" <stargate@...>
Date: Sun May 13, 2012 10:09 pm
Subject: Re: M 63 [1 Attachment] 		jerrygaber
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We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby.  I like them both a lot.  However,  I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor.  It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP.  The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped.  It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D.   The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
>
>
>
> Kirbini
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ___________________________________________________
>
>
>
> We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the
> world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause
> and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others.  KB
>

Reply | Messages in this Topic (12)
#7338 From: "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 2:25 am
Subject: RE: Re: M 63 		dave_dockery
Send Email Send Email
 

Hmmm. Kirby’s kind of artsy like a Birkenstock wearing Mac-addict.  Probably using some kind of iTunes proprietary color scheme. 

How about you hit yours this week then I’ll get it from you Sat (golf) and do mine?

DD

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jerry
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 4:10 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby. I like them both a lot. However, I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor. It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP. The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped. It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D. The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
>
>
>
> Kirbini
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ___________________________________________________
>
>
>
> We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the
> world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause
> and effect are instant. And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others. KB
>


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#7339 From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 2:55 am
Subject: Re: Re: M 63 		badsocref
Send Email Send Email
 
Maybe it really is magenta, and you need to calibrate your iPad?!?


rr


On May 13, 2012, at 4:09 PM, Jerry wrote:

 

We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby. I like them both a lot. However, I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor. It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP. The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped. It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D. The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
>
>
>
> Kirbini
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ___________________________________________________
>
>
>
> We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the
> world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause
> and effect are instant. And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others. KB
>



Reply | Messages in this Topic (12)
#7340 From: "Jerry Gaber" <stargate@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 3:18 am
Subject: RE: Re: M 63 		jerrygaber
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Hmmm that sounds good in theory but the problem is I will not be golfing on Saturday. Some inconsiderate friends decided I should be at there wedding next Saturday instead of golfing. Yes I know that is a poor excuse but my wife thinks I should be at the wedding too and she trumps golf so I guess I will be at a wedding. But perhaps I can try to calibrate my iPad at the wedding and make it a useful afternoon.

 

Jerry

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of David Dockery
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 8:25 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

Hmmm. Kirby’s kind of artsy like a Birkenstock wearing Mac-addict.  Probably using some kind of iTunes proprietary color scheme. 

How about you hit yours this week then I’ll get it from you Sat (golf) and do mine?

DD

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jerry
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 4:10 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby. I like them both a lot. However, I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor. It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP. The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped. It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D. The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
>
>
>
> Kirbini
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ___________________________________________________
>
>
>
> We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the
> world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause
> and effect are instant. And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others. KB
>


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#7341 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 4:31 am
Subject: Re: Re: M 63 		nm_astrnmr
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I also won't be golfing on Saturday.  Mac's  Mayfield graduation and shindig is this weekend.

In other news, I don't see a magenta tint to Kirbini's image.  The detail in the galaxy almost looks likes it's embossed.  Pretty Cool!

Steve

From: Jerry Gaber <stargate@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Sunday, May 13, 2012 9:18 PM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

Hmmm that sounds good in theory but the problem is I will not be golfing on Saturday. Some inconsiderate friends decided I should be at there wedding next Saturday instead of golfing. Yes I know that is a poor excuse but my wife thinks I should be at the wedding too and she trumps golf so I guess I will be at a wedding. But perhaps I can try to calibrate my iPad at the wedding and make it a useful afternoon.

 

Jerry

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of David Dockery
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 8:25 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

Hmmm. Kirby’s kind of artsy like a Birkenstock wearing Mac-addict.  Probably using some kind of iTunes proprietary color scheme. 

How about you hit yours this week then I’ll get it from you Sat (golf) and do mine?

DD

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com[mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jerry
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 4:10 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby. I like them both a lot. However, I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor. It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP. The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped. It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D. The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
>
>
>
> Kirbini
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ___________________________________________________
>
>
>
> We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the
> world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause
> and effect are instant. And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others. KB
>

Reply | Messages in this Topic (12)
#7342 From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 5:21 am
Subject: Re: Re: M 63 		badsocref
Send Email Send Email
 
I thought the bright red star (with significant red surrounding it) was just a bit on the magenta side.  I agree about the galaxy.  It does look 3-D.  

I should be able to play on Saturday.  Knee and (especially) back were really bothering me much of the 2nd nine yesterday.  Made some good pitches and putts, and was playing pretty well (for me) until the final four holes.  Will get back worked on this week.


rr


On May 13, 2012, at 10:31 PM, Steve Barkes wrote:

 

I also won't be golfing on Saturday.  Mac's  Mayfield graduation and shindig is this weekend.

In other news, I don't see a magenta tint to Kirbini's image.  The detail in the galaxy almost looks likes it's embossed.  Pretty Cool!

Steve

From: Jerry Gaber <stargate@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Sunday, May 13, 2012 9:18 PM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

Hmmm that sounds good in theory but the problem is I will not be golfing on Saturday. Some inconsiderate friends decided I should be at there wedding next Saturday instead of golfing. Yes I know that is a poor excuse but my wife thinks I should be at the wedding too and she trumps golf so I guess I will be at a wedding. But perhaps I can try to calibrate my iPad at the wedding and make it a useful afternoon.
 
Jerry
 
From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of David Dockery
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 8:25 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63
 
 
Hmmm. Kirby’s kind of artsy like a Birkenstock wearing Mac-addict.  Probably using some kind of iTunes proprietary color scheme. 
How about you hit yours this week then I’ll get it from you Sat (golf) and do mine?
DD
 
From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com[mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jerry
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 4:10 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63
 
 
We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby. I like them both a lot. However, I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor. It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP. The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped. It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D. The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
>
>
>
> Kirbini
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ___________________________________________________
>
>
>
> We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the
> world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause
> and effect are instant. And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others. KB
>




Reply | Messages in this Topic (12)
#7343 From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 2:23 pm
Subject: One Stupid Lyrid 		badsocref
Send Email Send Email
  
Here's the result of my final night at TSP - the amazing 2012 Lyrid
Meteor Shower.  Was supposed to be 10-20 per hour.  I figured if I
could catch 3-5 per hour, I'd get a nice radiant pattern over the
course of 3-4 hours.  I caught one in 90 minutes, then said, "screw
this."  One minute, ISO 6400 images @ f/4 using a 15mm lens.  Big
Dipper (upper left) will help you orient yourself.

rr


1 of 1 Photo(s)


Reply | Messages in this Topic (4)
#7344 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 4:20 pm
Subject: Re: One Stupid Lyrid [1 Attachment] 		nm_astrnmr
Send Email Send Email
 
Is that Vega and Lyra low in the middle of the horizon?  Maybe you gave up too early.

But as hard as I've tried, your getting one is pretty good.

Steve

From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Monday, May 14, 2012 8:23 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] One Stupid Lyrid [1 Attachment]

 

Here's the result of my final night at TSP - the amazing 2012 Lyrid
Meteor Shower. Was supposed to be 10-20 per hour. I figured if I
could catch 3-5 per hour, I'd get a nice radiant pattern over the
course of 3-4 hours. I caught one in 90 minutes, then said, "screw
this." One minute, ISO 6400 images @ f/4 using a 15mm lens. Big
Dipper (upper left) will help you orient yourself.

rr

Reply | Messages in this Topic (4)
#7345 From: "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 5:47 pm
Subject: RE: One Stupid Lyrid 		dave_dockery
Send Email Send Email
 

I agree.  Getting even one good meteor shot is easier said than done.

DD

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Barkes
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2012 10:21 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [ASLC_Imagers] One Stupid Lyrid

 

 

Is that Vega and Lyra low in the middle of the horizon?  Maybe you gave up too early.

 

But as hard as I've tried, your getting one is pretty good.

 

Steve

 

From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Monday, May 14, 2012 8:23 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] One Stupid Lyrid [1 Attachment]

 

 

Here's the result of my final night at TSP - the amazing 2012 Lyrid
Meteor Shower. Was supposed to be 10-20 per hour. I figured if I
could catch 3-5 per hour, I'd get a nice radiant pattern over the
course of 3-4 hours. I caught one in 90 minutes, then said, "screw
this." One minute, ISO 6400 images @ f/4 using a 15mm lens. Big
Dipper (upper left) will help you orient yourself.

rr


Reply | Messages in this Topic (4)
#7346 From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 6:16 pm
Subject: Re: One Stupid Lyrid 		badsocref
Send Email Send Email
 
Yeah, they're still fairly low in that image.  That was the 13th shot in the series; I imaged for another hour+ without a single capture.  I was never going to stay up really late since I was due in town for a beer tasting at 2 pm.  I would have stayed up longer if I'd seen at least a couple more meteors.  One just wasn't enough to keep me up for another 2-3 hours.  Will try again during a more active shower.

rr


On May 14, 2012, at 10:20 AM, Steve Barkes wrote:

 

Is that Vega and Lyra low in the middle of the horizon?  Maybe you gave up too early.

But as hard as I've tried, your getting one is pretty good.

Steve

From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Monday, May 14, 2012 8:23 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] One Stupid Lyrid [1 Attachment]

 
Here's the result of my final night at TSP - the amazing 2012 Lyrid
Meteor Shower. Was supposed to be 10-20 per hour. I figured if I
could catch 3-5 per hour, I'd get a nice radiant pattern over the
course of 3-4 hours. I caught one in 90 minutes, then said, "screw
this." One minute, ISO 6400 images @ f/4 using a 15mm lens. Big
Dipper (upper left) will help you orient yourself.

rr




Reply | Messages in this Topic (4)
#7347 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 6:40 pm
Subject: Losmandy servo 		kirbieto
Send Email Send Email
 

 

I sold the GM-8 and he picked it up today so I have two servo motors.  I am keeping one for a spare for the G11 and the other one is for sale.  If you would like to have a back-up this is a chance to get one.  175.00 includes the gearbox.  They have had very little use.  I bought them new when I got the newer version Gemini console with the Din connecters.  They had more use at the TSP this year than all the time that went before.  Probably less than 50 hours on them.

 

Kirbini

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 


Reply | Messages in this Topic (1)
#7348 From: "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...>
Date: Mon May 14, 2012 7:52 pm
Subject: RE: Re: M 63 		dave_dockery
Send Email Send Email
 

No rush, JG.  I expect we’ll either be golfing or flying in the next week or two.

DD

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jerry Gaber
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 9:19 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

Hmmm that sounds good in theory but the problem is I will not be golfing on Saturday. Some inconsiderate friends decided I should be at there wedding next Saturday instead of golfing. Yes I know that is a poor excuse but my wife thinks I should be at the wedding too and she trumps golf so I guess I will be at a wedding. But perhaps I can try to calibrate my iPad at the wedding and make it a useful afternoon.

 

Jerry

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of David Dockery
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 8:25 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

Hmmm. Kirby’s kind of artsy like a Birkenstock wearing Mac-addict.  Probably using some kind of iTunes proprietary color scheme. 

How about you hit yours this week then I’ll get it from you Sat (golf) and do mine?

DD

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jerry
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2012 4:10 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Re: M 63

 

 

We may both need to calibrate cuz it looks great on my iPad.

Jerry

--- In ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com, "David Dockery" <dave.dockery@...> wrote:
>
> Very nice, Kirby. I like them both a lot. However, I'm picking up a
> magenta hue in both of your images and in some of Rich's recent shots that
> has me thinking I need to color calibrate my monitor. It's been a while.
>
>
>
> All,
>
> Who currently has the Spyder we bought a few years ago?
>
> Thanks,
>
> DD
>
>
>
> From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of Kirby Benson
> Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:14 PM
> To: ASLC Imagers
> Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 63 [1 Attachment]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]
>
>
>
> Here is M 63 from TSP. The focus went soft and I didn't catch it so this is
> not nearly as well done as I had hoped. It's 11 300 second subs with the C8
> and the 550D. The Sunflower is one I have wanted to do for quite awhile.
> Will try again either at TSP or Upham.
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> and effect are instant. And truth is the yardstick by which we measure
> ourselves and others. KB
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#7349 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 3:44 pm
Subject: M 5 		kirbieto
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Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 


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#7350 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 3:53 pm
Subject: RE: M 5 		kirbieto
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Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 


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#7351 From: Chuck Sterling <csterlin88001@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 4:00 pm
Subject: Re: M 5 [1 Attachment] 		csterlin88001
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Another nice one, Kirby.

cbs

On Tue, May 15, 2012 at 9:53 AM, Kirby Benson <kirby@...> wrote:
 
[Attachment(s) from Kirby Benson included below]

Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 



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#7352 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 4:08 pm
Subject: Re: M 5 [1 Attachment] 		nm_astrnmr
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Mppppfh!!!

From: 'Kirby Benson' <kirby@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:53 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5 [1 Attachment]

 

Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 

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#7353 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 4:27 pm
Subject: Re: M 5 [1 Attachment] 		nm_astrnmr
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That's pretty interesting Kirby.  I was wondering about the reflection nebulosity around the bright star.  Looks like the star is 5 Serpentis.  At Mag 5 is really bright in your image.  Is the glow at the bottom center amp glow?  And this one looks pretty magenta to me.

Nice job of resolving the stars in the glob!

Steve

From: 'Kirby Benson' <kirby@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:53 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5 [1 Attachment]

 

Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 

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#7354 From: Richard Richins <rrichins@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 4:29 pm
Subject: Re: M 5 [1 Attachment] 		badsocref
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Sweeeeet!  The detail is exquisite.

rr


On May 15, 2012, at 9:53 AM, Kirby Benson wrote:

 

Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 




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#7355 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 5:27 pm
Subject: RE: M 5 		kirbieto
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The glow at the left hand corner I cannot figure out.  I toned it down and did not get rid of it completely and I don’t think it is amp glow – that is fairly simple to remove.  I had very little problem with amp glow on any of the other images that week.

 

I just do not see the magenta and it does not show up on my wife’s Mac either.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Barkes
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 10:27 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

That's pretty interesting Kirby.  I was wondering about the reflection nebulosity around the bright star.  Looks like the star is 5 Serpentis.  At Mag 5 is really bright in your image.  Is the glow at the bottom center amp glow?  And this one looks pretty magenta to me.

 

Nice job of resolving the stars in the glob!

 

Steve

 

From: 'Kirby Benson' <kirby@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:53 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5 [1 Attachment]

 

 

Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 


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#7356 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Tue May 15, 2012 5:44 pm
Subject: Re: M 5 		nm_astrnmr
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On my Mac, the stars in the outer halo of M5 are magenta. In the lower left corner there is a bright star right at the edge.  That has a magenta glow around it,  but the bright star to the right and below that one has a distinct purple glow around it.  And there is a glow (dome) right in the middle at the bottom of the image.

Steve

From: 'Kirby Benson' <kirby@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 11:27 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

The glow at the left hand corner I cannot figure out.  I toned it down and did not get rid of it completely and I don’t think it is amp glow – that is fairly simple to remove.  I had very little problem with amp glow on any of the other images that week.

 

I just do not see the magenta and it does not show up on my wife’s Mac either.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Barkes
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 10:27 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

That's pretty interesting Kirby.  I was wondering about the reflection nebulosity around the bright star.  Looks like the star is 5 Serpentis.  At Mag 5 is really bright in your image.  Is the glow at the bottom center amp glow?  And this one looks pretty magenta to me.

 

Nice job of resolving the stars in the glob!

 

Steve

 

From: 'Kirby Benson' <kirby@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:53 AM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5 [1 Attachment]

 

 

Forgot the image.  No funny remarks please.

 

Kirbini

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:44 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] M 5

 

 

Here is M5.   DSLR and the SV90.   16 images at 300 sec.

 

Kirby

 

 

 

 

 

 

___________________________________________________

 

We now carry and serve the avatar consciousness where our actions tell the world who we are and if we have the ability and courage to live where cause and effect are instant.  And truth is the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and others.  KB

 

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#7357 From: Michael Sherick <michaelsherick@...>
Date: Thu May 17, 2012 3:08 pm
Subject: Color variations on M13 		michaelsherick
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Hello Folks,
There was a nice break in the overcast last night here in Las Cruces, which allowed for a few hours imaging on M13. Here are two versions, wtih the color processed slightly different using the same data. I would be interested in which one you visually prefer. Here is the link:
 
I used my TMB 6" APO with an STL6303 and AP guidescope using an ST402.  Exposures were 12 x 300 seconds each RGB, no luminance.  I hope you enjoy the image result.
 
By the way...   My 24" RC project is coming along nicely.  The OTA is completed and I am working on finalizing the Fork Mount assembly.  I hope to have this scope completed and installed up at our Mayhill observatory sometime this Fall. 
Clear Skies,
Mike Sherick

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#7358 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Thu May 17, 2012 3:22 pm
Subject: Re: Color variations on M13 		nm_astrnmr
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Mike,

  Very nice!  I think I prefer the one on the right.  I get the sense that the core is better resolved with that one.  The one on the left looks more "stretched" to me.  But glob stars are supposed to be older, and the one on the left there is less blue, which is what I would expect.

  So for color I like the one on the left, for detail I like the one on the right.

  How's that for commitment?

Steve

From: Michael Sherick <michaelsherick@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Thursday, May 17, 2012 9:08 AM
To: "aslc_imagers@yahoogroups.com" <aslc_imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Color variations on M13

 

Hello Folks,
There was a nice break in the overcast last night here in Las Cruces, which allowed for a few hours imaging on M13. Here are two versions, wtih the color processed slightly different using the same data. I would be interested in which one you visually prefer. Here is the link:
 
I used my TMB 6" APO with an STL6303 and AP guidescope using an ST402.  Exposures were 12 x 300 seconds each RGB, no luminance.  I hope you enjoy the image result.
 
By the way...   My 24" RC project is coming along nicely.  The OTA is completed and I am working on finalizing the Fork Mount assembly.  I hope to have this scope completed and installed up at our Mayhill observatory sometime this Fall. 
Clear Skies,
Mike Sherick

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#7359 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Thu May 17, 2012 3:52 pm
Subject: RE: Color variations on M13 		kirbieto
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Lovely images Mike.  I don’t think there are any OSC cameras that can get this color reponse.

 

Kirby

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Michael Sherick
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 9:08 AM
To: aslc_imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Color variations on M13

 

 

Hello Folks,

There was a nice break in the overcast last night here in Las Cruces, which allowed for a few hours imaging on M13. Here are two versions, wtih the color processed slightly different using the same data. I would be interested in which one you visually prefer. Here is the link:

 

I used my TMB 6" APO with an STL6303 and AP guidescope using an ST402.  Exposures were 12 x 300 seconds each RGB, no luminance.  I hope you enjoy the image result.

 

By the way...   My 24" RC project is coming along nicely.  The OTA is completed and I am working on finalizing the Fork Mount assembly.  I hope to have this scope completed and installed up at our Mayhill observatory sometime this Fall. 

Clear Skies,

Mike Sherick


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#7360 From: "Glenn Westfall" <astronomy@...>
Date: Thu May 17, 2012 5:28 pm
Subject: Hello from CA 		gwestfal
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Hey everyone, I have been away from the group for about a year now that I have moved to northern CA (although I still read all the emails).  However I am wanting to get back into astrophotography again and it is time to unpack the telescope and all the gear.  I do miss the dark skies of New Mexico, but Yosemite is less than a 2 hour drive so I plan on taking several trips there this summer.  I’m going to start out slow with wide field and star trails but want to get back to using my 8” reflector for some deep space items soon.

 

I have a couple questions for you as I have been away from it for quite some time.  I currently have ImagesPlus 3.80a camera control and 3.83 Image Processing.  I noticed that the current version is 4.5 and about an $80 upgrade.  Are there huge improvements that make this a “must have” update or will my older version be fine?  I am using a Canon T1i and 7D and I believe my older version works with both of these cameras.

 

I also have Gradient XTerminator which works fine with CS5 as well as a few other Photoshop plugins such as Annies Astro Actions and Carboni Tools.  I played around with these in the past and will have to relearn them all again.

 

I guess what I really need to do is just get out there and take some shots and post them here for you guys to help me any problems that I experience.

 

 

 

 

Thanks everyone and I hope to share some photos soon….

 

 

 

Glenn Westfall


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#7361 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Thu May 17, 2012 7:02 pm
Subject: RE: Hello from CA 		kirbieto
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As long as your T1i will work with IP I don’t see any reason to upgrade.  Another camera control program I use and like is Backyard EOS.

 

The only plug-in I would suggest you add is Noise Ninja.

 

Kirby

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Westfall
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 11:29 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Hello from CA

 

 

Hey everyone, I have been away from the group for about a year now that I have moved to northern CA (although I still read all the emails).  However I am wanting to get back into astrophotography again and it is time to unpack the telescope and all the gear.  I do miss the dark skies of New Mexico, but Yosemite is less than a 2 hour drive so I plan on taking several trips there this summer.  I’m going to start out slow with wide field and star trails but want to get back to using my 8” reflector for some deep space items soon.

 

I have a couple questions for you as I have been away from it for quite some time.  I currently have ImagesPlus 3.80a camera control and 3.83 Image Processing.  I noticed that the current version is 4.5 and about an $80 upgrade.  Are there huge improvements that make this a “must have” update or will my older version be fine?  I am using a Canon T1i and 7D and I believe my older version works with both of these cameras.

 

I also have Gradient XTerminator which works fine with CS5 as well as a few other Photoshop plugins such as Annies Astro Actions and Carboni Tools.  I played around with these in the past and will have to relearn them all again.

 

I guess what I really need to do is just get out there and take some shots and post them here for you guys to help me any problems that I experience.

 

 

 

 

Thanks everyone and I hope to share some photos soon….

 

 

 

Glenn Westfall


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#7362 From: "Glenn Westfall" <astronomy@...>
Date: Fri May 18, 2012 4:07 am
Subject: RE: Hello from CA 		gwestfal
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Thanks Kirby.  I do have Noise Ninja.  Is it still a useful plugin now that Lightroom and Camera RAW have incredible noise reduction capabilities?

 

 

Glenn

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 12:03 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Hello from CA

 

 

As long as your T1i will work with IP I don’t see any reason to upgrade.  Another camera control program I use and like is Backyard EOS.

 

The only plug-in I would suggest you add is Noise Ninja.

 

Kirby

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Westfall
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 11:29 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Hello from CA

 

 

Hey everyone, I have been away from the group for about a year now that I have moved to northern CA (although I still read all the emails).  However I am wanting to get back into astrophotography again and it is time to unpack the telescope and all the gear.  I do miss the dark skies of New Mexico, but Yosemite is less than a 2 hour drive so I plan on taking several trips there this summer.  I’m going to start out slow with wide field and star trails but want to get back to using my 8” reflector for some deep space items soon.

 

I have a couple questions for you as I have been away from it for quite some time.  I currently have ImagesPlus 3.80a camera control and 3.83 Image Processing.  I noticed that the current version is 4.5 and about an $80 upgrade.  Are there huge improvements that make this a “must have” update or will my older version be fine?  I am using a Canon T1i and 7D and I believe my older version works with both of these cameras.

 

I also have Gradient XTerminator which works fine with CS5 as well as a few other Photoshop plugins such as Annies Astro Actions and Carboni Tools.  I played around with these in the past and will have to relearn them all again.

 

I guess what I really need to do is just get out there and take some shots and post them here for you guys to help me any problems that I experience.

 

 

 

 

Thanks everyone and I hope to share some photos soon….

 

 

 

Glenn Westfall


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#7363 From: "Kirby Benson" <kirby@...>
Date: Fri May 18, 2012 2:49 pm
Subject: RE: Hello from CA 		kirbieto
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I just really don’t know Glenn.  I still use it because it is handy.  Maybe someone else here can answer your question.

 

Kirby

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Westfall
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 10:08 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Hello from CA

 

 

Thanks Kirby.  I do have Noise Ninja.  Is it still a useful plugin now that Lightroom and Camera RAW have incredible noise reduction capabilities?

 

 

Glenn

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kirby Benson
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 12:03 PM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [ASLC_Imagers] Hello from CA

 

 

As long as your T1i will work with IP I don’t see any reason to upgrade.  Another camera control program I use and like is Backyard EOS.

 

The only plug-in I would suggest you add is Noise Ninja.

 

Kirby

 

From: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Westfall
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 11:29 AM
To: ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Hello from CA

 

 

Hey everyone, I have been away from the group for about a year now that I have moved to northern CA (although I still read all the emails).  However I am wanting to get back into astrophotography again and it is time to unpack the telescope and all the gear.  I do miss the dark skies of New Mexico, but Yosemite is less than a 2 hour drive so I plan on taking several trips there this summer.  I’m going to start out slow with wide field and star trails but want to get back to using my 8” reflector for some deep space items soon.

 

I have a couple questions for you as I have been away from it for quite some time.  I currently have ImagesPlus 3.80a camera control and 3.83 Image Processing.  I noticed that the current version is 4.5 and about an $80 upgrade.  Are there huge improvements that make this a “must have” update or will my older version be fine?  I am using a Canon T1i and 7D and I believe my older version works with both of these cameras.

 

I also have Gradient XTerminator which works fine with CS5 as well as a few other Photoshop plugins such as Annies Astro Actions and Carboni Tools.  I played around with these in the past and will have to relearn them all again.

 

I guess what I really need to do is just get out there and take some shots and post them here for you guys to help me any problems that I experience.

 

 

 

 

Thanks everyone and I hope to share some photos soon….

 

 

 

Glenn Westfall


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#7364 From: "John" <kutney.john@...>
Date: Sun May 20, 2012 7:11 pm
Subject: Auto Guide Speeds 		kutney.john
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There is an option for the following guide speeds on my mount: 1.25,1.5.,1.75,or
2.0 sidereal rate. Does any one have a reference or explanation of how to use
these different speeds when auto guiding?

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#7365 From: Steve Barkes <sbarkes@...>
Date: Sun May 20, 2012 7:26 pm
Subject: Re: Auto Guide Speeds 		nm_astrnmr
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What kind of mount is it?  They are using a different way of specifying fractional guiding rates.

Normal tracking (sidereal rate) is 15 arcsec/sec.  So 2x sidereal would move 15 arcsec/secs when guiding.  Most mounts (Losmandy) call this 1X rate.  Where you have 2X, 1.75X, 1.5X, and 1.25X, my mount calls these 1X, .75X, .5X, and .25X.

You'll want to use the lowest number you can that gives you good corrections.  Using less than 2X ensures that you don't suffer from gear backlash when guiding corrections are made in opposite directions.

1.25X is good when pointing towards the pole, where smaller corrections are needed in RA.  1.75X is better near the equator where you need to make larger movements.

I would suggest you start with 1.5X and make adjustments as needed.

Steve

From: 'John Kutney' <kutney.john@...>
Reply-To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Sunday, May 20, 2012 1:11 PM
To: <ASLC_Imagers@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [ASLC_Imagers] Auto Guide Speeds

 

There is an option for the following guide speeds on my mount: 1.25,1.5.,1.75,or 2.0 sidereal rate. Does any one have a reference or explanation of how to use these different speeds when auto guiding?

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#7366 From: Michael Sherick <michaelsherick@...>
Date: Mon May 21, 2012 3:01 am
Subject: Gobular Star Clusters: M5 M92 		michaelsherick
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Hello Folks,
 
Thanks again for the comments on the M13 RGB image, as it helped with my color processing efforts.
 
Here are a couple of new images done over the last couple of days here in Las Cruces, NM, from our Sagrada Observatory.
M5 was imaged Luminance 75 x 300 seconds, and 25 x 300 seconds each RGB.  M92 was a straight RGB with the same sequence.  This evening I am imaging the Luminance for the M13 data and will reprocess it soon.  I expect it will help to reveal more detail for this object.  Anyway, I hope you enjoy the image results.
 
 
By the way -- The solar eclipse this evening was spectacular from our location here in southern New Mexico.  We viewed it with a simple projection method.  The setting sun was quite unusual as it dropped behind the mountains - showing two ears, as it were, before it moved out of sight.  I'm sure there will be some nice photos of this event over the next day or so.
 
Clear Skies,
Mike Sherick

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