Group, A friend in Dayton, Nevada caught a picture of Columbia as it entered into sun light on it's return to Earth, we had no idea of what was to come. A sad...
We would like to remind you of this upcoming event. StarMaster Scope Chat Date: Sunday, February 2, 2003 Time: 6:00PM EST (GMT-05:00) Chat session for...
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I'm looking for someone that might be going from (near) Boston down South or SouthWest this spring. If you or you know of anyone please drop me a msg. Thanks ...
I use Roger Greenwood's Astrocrumb filter slide (with threads), which I like more every time I use it. However, when my Feathertouch focuser is racked all the...
I got used to sitting while using my 8" dob. Now that I've moved up to a Starmaster 18" (f/4.3), I ordered a Catsperch Pro adjustable chair. The telescope...
... Depends on how much it's discharged . The best way is to get one of the "smart" chargers . I use a battery tender plus which shuts itself off when the...
... I know this has come up before. I just use the chargers that came with the batteries. I usually try to bring the batteries inside when I charge them, this...
Well, while some lucky dogs are in the Keys at WSP the rest of us are left with winter systems moving across the country. I haven't been able to get any good...
Sorry if this is the wrong place to ask I'm toying with trying eyepiece projection (film) for some moon and planet shots with my 16 Starmaster. Does anyone...
Anyone out there using an Astrocrumb filter slide on a SM14.5"/f4.3 hybrid? I would like to install one on mine but I have worries about the focuser intravel...
I have posted a couple of times and obtained good info, so in return I figured I would 'share'. On Saturday I took possession of a 1998 14.5" F/4.5 SM with...
Hi Phil, I have one in my 14.5. I don't think that it intrudes into the light path too much. I have it shimmed out an extra 1/4" to avoid smacking it with my...
I bought one of Roger's filter slides a while back to mount on the new 18" when it arrives. My only concern has been with the required in-travel for the...
Dan, another option is the BatteryMinder from VDC Electronics. It contains, among other things, a battery conditioner, voltage tester and pulse charger. $60 ...
I just ordered the LC-R122R2PU (Panasonic 12v 2.2 Ah lead) to provide heating for my Sky Commander. At first, I though I would need to get a charger for it....
Selling my 18" f/4.2 Starmaster with goto and Pegasus Stabilite mirror. See Astromart, or email me offlist for details at cdculbertson at hcsmail dot com Doug ...
Jane: If you do happen to find you have an issue with in-travel, let me know. I have shim sets for anyone who needs them. They extend the FilterSlide 1/2"...
... I have a 12v gel cell battery that is mounted next to the primary in the rocker box. This battery powers the heater in the Sky Commander, the secondary...
Group: A newly developed dark substance that could be used in scopes! No idea where to get it, or if its available yet. Something to keep an eye open for. New...
Can anyone suggest a good dual temperature sensor for my Starmaster? I'd like to measure mirror temp and ambient air temp simultaneously. Thanks, Greg Piepol...
Greg: Radio shack for $19.95 I covered the "outdoor sensor" with foam tape against the rim of the mirror to protect from ambient air. The indoor part is...
Hi, Thanks to Gregory Pruden for setting up a place to display this animation . 14.5 Starmaster and Olympus C-2100 digital camera This is a 21 frame animation...
Oh No, say is isnt so!!!! Does this mean we are not related anymore? That is a magnificent scope you got there Doug. You will miss it and someone will be very...
... I did not do the wiring. The guy I purchased the scope from took it to Rick's and they did it one day. I remember that day because I was there also. This...
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