I wanted to say thanks to Murray for show me how to dissect my LX200 Friday. We were able to get the unit to power on (replaced a deceptively fine looking fuse...
Hopefully they will be able to get your scope fixed Brandon and have it back to you within a couple weeks. Having a Star Party at your place sounds good and...
Hi all, Â Since the sky conditions have been so poor lately and I'm sure very few of us have been able to see the clear sky, I was wondering if anyone had any...
Just got word that boards have been repaired and ready to ship. That was quick! Turned out to be blown chip labeled as U13. He also replaced all the...
Maybe we will get those clear skies Brandon. I'm glad you were able to get your mount repaired and like you say, at least you know it will be good to go. ...
HI Brandon, Good to hear they got it fixed. Guess it was a good move to go ahead and send it as the chip you were thinking was bad was U17 or U18. Sorry it...
Hi all,  I noticed on spaceweather.com, they have a "Conjunction Challenge" listed for this afternoon. The challenge is to try and capture (or see) Jupiter...
Awesome. Perfect timing. My parts came back this afternoon and I just finished setting up the scope. Watching the moon now. Hopefully I'll get some pics of the...
I've been out with the Canon trying to get some shots but could only see Venus. And, they are (were) LOW! The skies are clear! Good luck Brandon - Glad you...
Hi Brandon, Any luck with the conjunction? I took about 25 pictures and it is visible in a couple of them. This was a tough event to image! How's things been...
I didn't get any images. It dropped below my treeline before it became visible. Can't wait to see your images Steve. The electronics and motors when in like a...
Hi Brandon, I'm not sure why you hit the end of the focus movement before you achieve focus..? Didn't you have it focused with the same camera before? Also, I...
HI Steve, Just working my butt off mostly. Will be out of town Friday and this weekend on business. Haven't had the time or decent weather to do anything...
Hi Brandon, Glad the scope went together well and is working well. Your focusing problem sounds like you are either not using an extension tube behind the...
Hey All!! There is are 2 free shows this Friday at the VSU planetarium. First at 7:30 and the second at 8:45. Weather permitting after the show you will be...
Hi Charlie, Thanks for the "Heads Up". Unfortunately I will be in Texas at a meeting on Friday night. Hope some of you get to attend. Best regards, Murray ...
Hey Murray Have a safe trip. I plan on taking my 3 year old grandson. He loves looking at the stars. Hope you have warmer weather than what we're having...
I thought so too Murray but it turns out that the tube was too long! I played around with a combination of parts I had on hand. I took a step-down ring (the...
Hi Brandon, I knew it had to be the length of the spacer. I was guessing about whether it was too short or long. Anyway, I'm glad you can now focus...
Been freezing my butt off all week working with the scope and getting some good results. Been working on reducing drift and smoothing out the PEC with the...
Very nice video's Brandon!! The PEC and Smart Drive will make a HUGE difference and is well worth spending the time on tinkering with but it takes a little...
I don't know about you guys but I could do without the wind. That said, I decided to start on my observatory. Picked up the lumber today (minus the paneling). ...
Excellent Brandon! Just give a holler if you need help. If its where I can, I'll give a helping hand. Nice pictures on your web site! Steve ... From:...
Hey Brandon See you got the Orion mounted already. Have you been able to use it yet? Missed Bike Week this year. Daughter went into premature labor last...
A few afternoon's work and I've nearly finished the observatory (just in time for the rain). All that remains is adding the door and giving it a coat of paint....
It looks great Brandon! Observing will be SOOO much easier now! :-) Now we just need some clear skies! Congrats on your observatory! Steve ... From:...
Thanks Steve. I was surprised how easily and quickly it went up. I thought the roof would be a devil to get right, or there would be something big that I...
Hi Brandon, Your observatory is coming along nicely and looking good. Just wish that pesky rain would go away for a while. This weekend is the best time to...
