Hello on other side of the world :-) im very new into this Astro, hope some can help (sorry my English im Danish ) I have a problem, I have just buy a "DSI Pro...
Thanks steve I was begining to wonder if it was light poloution myself. i'll give the filters a try and maybe learn how to use fits. Dave ... light pollution...
Kel, Quick question. If during image capture I have DARK SUBTRACT checked, do I still do Group Calibrate? What is the relationship between the two? Thank...
Doesn't 6.3 FR mean 0.63x reduction? In that case wouldn't the f/4 become f/2.53? If so, Steve judging from my refractor experience at this focal ratio you...
Hi Alan, Running Auto Dark Subtract during capture in Envisage takes care of the Darks part of calibration. If you're not planning on applying Flats to your...
Hi "remote_works"... I have an Atlas mount which is the non-goto type. Essentially the Orion branded version of the EQ-6. While I don't have the answers, these...
Moderators NGC 2903 General NGC 2392 Beginners M67 We are still working out the March Targets As soon as we all agree on them ill get them posted regards and...
Here is a hint for The beginners on M67 Shoot many short subs on this to keep the star bloat down Many short subs will also allow you to preserve the star...
Hello everyone! My question is about how to hook up a Meade DSI to an ETX125 with a f3.3 reducer. I have an adapter that allows the reducer to fit the rear...
Hi "Remote", If I understand you correctly, you want to use the DSI as an autoguider on the EQ6 mount. If that is right, you will need ASCOM drivers (free)...
Kelly The optical train should be OTA adaptor (sct to small thread on ETX) focal reducer t thread adapter with desired extension Imager If you need further...
HI IM GOING TO BUY A DSI BUT DONT KNOW WHICH ONE TO GO FOR.I HAVE TWO CHOICES THE DSI PRO OR THE DSI II PRO CCD.AM I BETTER OF GETTING ONE WITH FILTERS OR...
Hello Kelly I also have the etx 125 but I purchased the 6.3 FR. I also needed to purchase a Meade "eyepiece holder" part# 07182. This part threads onto the...
Well I finally got the Autostar to communicate with my laptop. I'd like to try drizzle on a deep-sky exposure (LXD75 mount, 8" SN), but was wondering if...
... out. ... good ... Ahhhh! The infamous new telescope cloud curse!! ;^) New telescope = 2 weeks of overcast skies or one must find a way to appease the ...
Im glad I could help you out Mark! Hey is it possible to see the flame neb and the HH neb. through the scope? I am assuming that if i can see M42 its right...
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First, please turn your Caps Lock off. It's difficult to read. If I had to choose between the DSI Pro and the Pro II I would go for the Pro II. You can...
Pinpoint stars are more a function of alignment and tracking. Once you get those two things down and your exposure time goes up you'll start running into...
Steve, Look at Alnitak, the far left star of Orion's belt for the flame and horsehead. Doubt you will see the horsehead as it is very faint unless your...
Thanks for that Chuck. I did think it was auto, but i see what your saying Dave ... for ... automatically, ... length ... opens. ... pollution ... you ... to ...
Friends - I need some help tracking down the source of some gradients that are appearing when I image with an Astrotech AT66 66mm f/6 refractor - ATIK filter...
... Once you ... start ... absolutely ... one ... an ... resolution ... get a ... requirements ... sets and ... an ... to ... blue ... to half ... effectively....
Paul, Thank you for the reply. I have the f6.3 too and mounting that is fine. The difference is the f3.3 comes with the T-adapter which connects the spacers...
OK, everytime I just about think I have figured certain things out...can you guys comment on the following, please... A) Can someone explain SmartMount vs...
... unless ... DSI ... Usually requires very well dark adapted eyeballs; averted vision; good eyepieces; and dark clear skies - at least from my experience. As...
... are ... is ... subtract ... My nickles worth on it! You are correct in your assumptions on the light pollution being the primary source for your variable ...
I wrote this kind of quickly. If it doesn't make sense, ask for more info. I'll spend some quality time crafting a response after the kids are asleep. :) The...
... light pollution and sky glow. The good news is that it is something you can take care of in several ways. Fist, you can process out the overriding red in...
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