Darren, I have the 2MDC5. Great build quality and good views, but it is dedicated to my 6" MCT and I have no adapters to make it fit my AT1010. I have decided...
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Oz Alfert
ozycher
Dec 1, 2002 2:34 pm
Darren, Great report. I also viewed Saturn for a little while last night - beautiful clear, sharp views. On a dark, clear night, I especially enjoy a very low ...
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Oz Alfert
ozycher
Dec 1, 2002 2:35 pm
Vic's enhanced 2" is the only 2" diagonal I've ever used, so I cannot compare it to any other 2"ers. But I will say this.....it blows any other diagonal I've...
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Oz Alfert
ozycher
Dec 1, 2002 2:35 pm
I agree that the 32mm would be great for the AT1010, giving an exit pupil just above 5mm, if you don't mind a little softness at the edges due to the faster...
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pat_agnew33901
Dec 1, 2002 3:37 pm
Gents, Has anyone had their scope "serviced"; by Vic? (Does he even offer service?) My scope ended up on the wrong end of a pile of luggage while traveling, and...
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fmrc69
Dec 1, 2002 4:44 pm
... Sorry to piggyback on your thread Pat...but while on this topic...is it possible to upgrade an AT1010 with a new focuser to make it like a Blackhawk? Would...
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John Bridgman
bear6736
Dec 1, 2002 5:02 pm
I picked up a 40mm Antares Erfle at Starfest this summer for my AT1010. Works really nicely as both a wide field EP and a super-duper-finder scope. Highly...
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John Bridgman
bear6736
Dec 1, 2002 5:08 pm
... The other thing I would recommend is bringing a more experienced observer with you. I find that having a knowledgeable friend along, even with the most...
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Darren Hennig
sharpsplitter
Dec 1, 2002 5:26 pm
Indeed it should be, Anders! I hope yours arrives soon... Darren. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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Darren Hennig
sharpsplitter
Dec 1, 2002 5:40 pm
I see no reason why you cannot contact Vic and have him check your scope. Afterall, he's dedicated to service! I do not know how he is now handling warranty...
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fmrc69
Dec 1, 2002 5:43 pm
Has anyone compared the Antares 2MD vs the SV enhanced 2" diag? The SV is $45 CAN more than the 2MD here in Ottawa, but both spec/look very similar. I'll...
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Al Klayton
col_ark
Dec 1, 2002 5:44 pm
Thanks Steven -- but I think I'll keep my current job anyway!! ... Al ... From: usmacks To: Stellarvue@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, November 30, 2002 1:41...
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fmrc69
Dec 1, 2002 5:49 pm
... here what's covered by the warranties and what's not. Just so everyone is reading off the same page, as it were. ... Yes please do...I'm buying a 2 month...
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Darren Hennig
sharpsplitter
Dec 1, 2002 5:53 pm
Hi Frank: It ain't cheap! Currently around US$350-400, I think - Vic will pipe in when he catches up. I don't know what he's offering them for currently, but...
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Barton, Jeff
chipdatajeffb
Dec 1, 2002 6:04 pm
I'm using the JMI MicroMax on two different CG-5 mounts (adding a third this week) and will be upgrading to the Software Bisque SGT (software guided telescope)...
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Barton, Jeff
chipdatajeffb
Dec 1, 2002 6:21 pm
I'd just returned from a long holiday drive and had to get some shut-eye so I'd be able to rise early enough to see this. Very glad I did. Wonderful view. How...
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George
gnggreenfield
Dec 1, 2002 6:38 pm
Hi Jeff, You may be the very person I need! As indicicated below, I just installed the JMI NGC MAX on my EQ-6 mount. It was very easy to install and fits very...
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Barton, Jeff
chipdatajeffb
Dec 1, 2002 6:51 pm
Re: camera adapters. Go with the Digi-T or MaxView 40 from Scopetronix. I've tried all the different ones you mentioned and the ones which mount directly to a ...
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Barton, Jeff
chipdatajeffb
Dec 1, 2002 7:36 pm
George: Sorry for the delay, but I just got back from Holiday and had like a zillion emails to wade through and delete/file/answer, so I just now got back to...
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George
gnggreenfield
Dec 1, 2002 7:51 pm
Thanks Jeff, I would have NEVER figured this out. I pick up a couple of tools and a clinometer in the next couple of days and give it a try. Is there a way to...
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stellarvue1
Dec 1, 2002 10:48 pm
Stellarvue telescopes may be returned for a full refund (less shipping) within the first 30 days. They are warrantied for the original owner for one year. Used...
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stellarvue1
Dec 1, 2002 11:11 pm
The JMI dual speed focuser modified for the Stellarvue telescope is not merely a DX-1. That is what we start with, but the base is custom machined and drilled,...
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iowasf
Dec 2, 2002 12:39 am
Once again I'd like to put in a vote for the William Optics 2" diagonal. For US$99 you get 1/10th wave optics, 97% reflectivity, compression rings on both the...
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stellarvue1
Dec 2, 2002 1:34 am
Once again we are doing it. Selling something at an unheard of price. I actually tried to go even lower but couldn't. We are offering our 85L apo telescopes...
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stellarvue1
Dec 2, 2002 1:40 am
Jeff: What is the thickness of their mirror? Vic ... thread...
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K75jim@...
k75jim
Dec 2, 2002 1:49 am
In a message dated 11/30/2002 7:18:53 PM Pacific Standard Time, ... Frank, Don't forget, Vic is going to release his new enhanced diagonal after January 1....
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Taylor J. Barton
chipdatajeffb
Dec 2, 2002 1:57 am
George: Yes, you can mark it. I tried that first with nail polish and then with a scratch made by a scriber. The problem is that mark won't be as accurate as...
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K75jim@...
k75jim
Dec 2, 2002 2:00 am
In a message dated 12/1/2002 7:37:58 AM Pacific Standard Time, ... Pat, Vic does offer service. If you think your scope is out of whack, e-mail or call to...
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stellarvue1
Dec 2, 2002 2:12 am
Pat: We can do that for you. It would be better to wait until after Christmas. I do about five or so services per year. They are often bounced as yours was. ...
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pat_agnew33901
Dec 2, 2002 2:19 am
The Williams Optics 2" diag is advertised as being 10mm thick. Pat ... eyepieces...
