Let's start having some fun, shall we? Make sure to spread the word to any other Stellarvue users out there......
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 15, 2000 4:33 pm
Let's begin this group by having current owners share their comments on their initial impressions of their scope/binocular. I'll repost my review in the file...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 15, 2000 8:10 pm
Hi all! Just a quick note to introduce myself to those of you who may not know me. I live in Edmonton, Alberta Canada. I have been an amateur astronomy...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 15, 2000 8:33 pm
May I suggest that we use the following format for reference to the various scopes in the Stellarvue lineup. If someone has a better format, let me know... ...
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Gary Weber
gweber@...
Nov 15, 2000 10:05 pm
Hello: I am patiently waiting for my SV80/9D with tripood and mount. This will be my first telescope and, from all accounts, I believe I will be pleased with...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 15, 2000 10:10 pm
Welcome Gary! I can't wait to hear of your luck with the new SV80/9D! When is it due to arrive? Feel free to post pics of it for our members here... I thought...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 15, 2000 10:13 pm
Hi Robert! The number is now 8! I am really glad to have set this thing up - so far, comments have been very positive. We should see more members soon. We look...
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kolstad@...
Nov 15, 2000 10:46 pm
Hello all, I wish I could offer you some actual first impressions, but as of Sunday the 12th of November, there were still 9 customers ahead of me waiting for ...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 15, 2000 11:05 pm
... equivalent to ... Hi Ben! Glad to have you aboard! You know, your question is an interesting one... I'm not quite sure myself where "rich-field" begins,...
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Vic Maris
maris@...
Nov 17, 2000 6:27 pm
Hi everyone. I come in out of a cold shop and see the world is really changing! This is quite unexpected and deeply appreciated. I think that by allowing...
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Owen, David S, BMSLS
dowen0@...
Nov 17, 2000 8:58 pm
Darren: Thanks for setting up the Stellarvue e-Group. I'm looking forward to participating and learning from all the members. David Owen...
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Anders Hansson
anhn@...
Nov 17, 2000 9:42 pm
Very nice to see you around Vic, You bet we are staying tuned ! Anders H. Stockholm Sweden...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 17, 2000 9:44 pm
... Hi David! Nice to have you on board! I thought it was a good idea to have a more private forum to discuss our equipment without SAA "interlopers"... Feel...
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Anders Hansson
anhn@...
Nov 18, 2000 10:35 pm
Hello all ! This post may be the first off-topic post in the Stellarvue group, but I feel that it may be a good time to present myself and tell you a little ...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 19, 2000 4:29 am
Hi Ben! The SV80/6 works great for solar viewing... I use an Orion full aperture solar filter with mine, and the detail is wonderful! I also use full ap 1000...
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Anders Hansson
anhn@...
Nov 19, 2000 3:09 pm
OK Ben, your remark is a good one, For a total solar eclipse I think one either decides to use two RFT:s or one "ordinary" camera setup with telephoto lens and...
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c.molders
c.molders@...
Nov 19, 2000 3:35 pm
Hi Darren, I have read the answers of Ben and Anders and I cann't tell you my experiences about the ST80. I ordered my scope, a ST80 f6,2 2inch focusser, in...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 20, 2000 2:56 am
Hi Kees! Nice to hear from you! I sure hope you get your SV80/6D soon, too. It would be great to get some astrophotos of eclipses through the scope; When you...
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Dan DuBal
ddan7@...
Nov 20, 2000 4:47 am
Hello to everyone and a thank-you to Darren. Just thought I'd let you know that I received notification from Vic and have confirmed my order for the SV80/6...
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Robert Del Prete
rdelpre@...
Nov 20, 2000 3:25 pm
Hi everyone, Here are my first attempts at astrophotography with a Nikon CoolPix 800 Digital Camera. The images are single shots with unsharp filter run on ...
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sedohr@...
Nov 21, 2000 10:02 pm
Enjoyed your post very much but being new to this hobby, some of it was quite obvious "over my head" (pardon the pun)....you mentioned a 'powermate'....what...
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Robert Del Prete
rdelpre@...
Nov 21, 2000 10:20 pm
Hi Randy, A Powermate can actually be thought of as a barlow lens even though it really isn't. It achieves the same result though, multiplying the power of ...
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Robert Del Prete
rdelpre@...
Nov 21, 2000 10:23 pm
Sorry...should have added...it is actually made by Televue and Televue only....
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 22, 2000 3:23 am
Hi Randy. The Televue Powermate is considered to be the "next-generation" of Barlow type lenses. It comes in a 2.5X, 4X, and 5X configurations, with reviews on...
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Robert Del Prete
rdelpre@...
Nov 22, 2000 3:04 pm
Hi Gary, Just wanted to say congratulations on the new telescope. I have no doubt that you will be pleased with it. I hope you fill us in once you spend some...
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sedohr@...
Nov 22, 2000 9:31 pm
Robert, Right now I have the scope only ordered. Since it'll be several months before it arrives, I'll have time to check into tripods. I'd like to find...
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Dan DuBal
ddan7@...
Nov 22, 2000 9:43 pm
... I'd ... ;O) ... Hi Randy. As a Colorado guy who's spent his fair share of time on (and off) the trail in the wilds, I'd be more than happy to field any...
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Darren Hennig
dhennig@...
Nov 22, 2000 11:56 pm
You may want to seriously consider getting an extra mounting plate/rings for the OTA. I use one set on my CG-3 mount, and one on my Manfrotto 390 Junior...
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sedohr@...
Nov 23, 2000 1:06 am
Will do Darren and thanks........I've seen posted here, people (maybe you?) putting 2 barlows together. I currently own the Ultima 2x so, this may be...
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sedohr@...
Nov 23, 2000 1:10 am
Thanks Gary, I'll check 'em out........sooooooo many toys....sooooooo little $$$. I wonder if the kids would understand Santa bringin' 'em telescope stuff for...
