Discuss any astro equipment that does not have its own forum, such as focusers, finders, chairs, etc.
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Last post by pakarinen
Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:07 pm
Orion IntelliScope Display
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man1 »
Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:55 pm
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On my new Orion XT10i - the display on the Object Locator was so faint it was unreadable. I decided to check things out and open the unit.
Inside is...
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Nice fix.
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Last post by EAGLE 5
Sun Oct 06, 2019 11:24 pm
2" Diagonal
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Astroglide65 »
Sat Oct 05, 2019 10:24 pm
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Hello everybody,
I have a David H Levy Mak-Newton telescope I'm using with either my ZWOASI224MC or my Sony a6000 cameras. To get them to focus I...
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Diagonals are not designed to work with Newtonian style telescopes, the light path through the 2 would probably be longer than your extensions.
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Last post by Lady Fraktor
Sun Oct 06, 2019 5:05 am
Sky Quality Meter
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Star Dad »
Wed Sep 25, 2019 7:43 pm
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I am a ranger for The Last Green Valley (in CT - a National Heritage Corridor) and TLGV is looking to purchase Sky Quality Meters to measure and...
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Thank you. I tried using it last night in my dark area at home. My hometown is rated at 19.95 - I got 20.12-20.14; so it was pretty close. Guess I...
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Last post by DeanD
Mon Sep 30, 2019 5:37 am
Upgrading Focuser For Refractor Telescope
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Refractordude »
Mon Sep 23, 2019 9:46 pm
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Besides smooth focusing, what other advantages are there in upgrading from a stock focuser? I googled/binged this question. However, could not find...
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If the focuser to tube adapter is the same size it will fit, another adapter may be needed.
I think Astro Agena has a chart of which ones fit which...
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Last post by pakarinen
Wed Sep 25, 2019 1:06 pm
New Star Diagonal Question
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Greg6498 »
Fri Sep 20, 2019 10:42 pm
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Hello all!
I have been observing for a couple of years and just upgraded my diagonal on my Celestron 180mm Maksutov to the Williams optics 2” SCT...
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An ornamental thermometer...
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Last post by Arctic
Sat Sep 21, 2019 3:31 pm
Nexus II review (Astro Devices DSC)
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Kanadalainen »
Tue Sep 17, 2019 8:59 pm
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Hello all,
I was fortunate to be able to speak to Serge Antonov (Sydney, Australia) about upgrading my JMI NGC max to his Nexus II.
Astro Devices...
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I love my Nexus II and SS+. I have noticed the WiFI dropping out a couple times lately, but it could be my several-year-old iPhone.
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Last post by pakarinen
Thu Sep 19, 2019 5:48 pm
Skywatcher: Evostar ED range of Reducers
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Jaq1967 »
Tue Sep 17, 2019 3:08 pm
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Hello,
Looking at the Skywatcher range of Evostar ED DS Pro refractor scopes (72ED, 80ED, 100ED and 120ED) there seems to be a x0.85 reducer for...
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This is such a Sky-Watcher specific question, have you tried contacting them first and ask them your question?
Just wondering,
JT
From OVL (in...
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Last post by Jaq1967
Wed Sep 18, 2019 9:09 am
Why Do UHC Filters Come In Different Colors?
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Refractordude »
Tue Sep 17, 2019 6:03 pm
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I asked this question at www.astronomyforum.com, but can no longer find it there.
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A cls filter made by other companies is a uhc e filter, the same spectral lines, thanks for bringing this up, i might have a look at some uhc filter...
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Last post by yobbo89
Wed Sep 18, 2019 5:15 am
Solar Filter Recommendations
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BamaDon »
Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:44 pm
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I've been looking into buying a full-aperture solar filter for a C11.
From what I've read, the glass filters are not the best option.
Which filters...
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Thanks, everyone for your thoughts.
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Last post by BamaDon
Tue Sep 17, 2019 10:16 pm
Kineoptics Helical Crayford focuser review
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Kanadalainen »
Mon Sep 09, 2019 4:55 pm
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Hi All,
I have obtained a new scope. One of the interesting things about the DIY dob is that comes with a prototype for the Kineoptics HC-2, a...
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Thanks for the insights Ian. I see that this is not your typical helical focuser which usually have short travel. Nice that there are some options...
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Last post by Bigzmey
Mon Sep 09, 2019 6:00 pm
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Last post by Bigzmey
Thu Sep 05, 2019 10:07 pm
Looking to upgrade my Diagonal
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by Don Quixote » Fri Aug 09, 2019 5:28 pm
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I have been thinking of an upgrade for my diagonal.
I presently have the ES 2 dialectric that came with my telescope.
Is there anything worth...
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Well...I finally got back here and I have succumb to the lust for glass . 😊
I am now viewing the sky with the Baader BBHS Sitall Max 2S diagonal.
I...
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Last post by Bigzmey
Sun Sep 01, 2019 6:44 pm
Powering dew control accessories
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Bataleon »
Sat Aug 31, 2019 1:53 pm
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So, I'm currently able to get a very good deal on either size of the Celestron power tanks (the carry handle style, not the li-ion) but now I'm...
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Well, worst case scenario I can plug the mount into my lithium power tank and use the 17a for the dew accessories. I already know the lithium tank...
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Last post by Bataleon
Sat Aug 31, 2019 7:41 pm
A different type of eyepiece adapter
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Lady Fraktor »
Tue Jul 23, 2019 5:38 pm
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Brass Eyepiece Adapter 1.jpg
Brass Eyepiece Adapter 2.jpg
If you have ever used a long focal length refractor with a EQ mount you will understand...
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I have done that with my 150mm f/8 at home and the Beefraktor that I refurbished while in Canada as well as a few other refractors over the years....
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Last post by Lady Fraktor
Thu Aug 29, 2019 5:02 am
New Tripod Just Arrived!
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JayTee »
Wed Aug 28, 2019 5:01 am
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Several weeks back I saw a Meade #883 deluxe field tripod up for sale on CN for $40. I immediately snapped it up because the week prior I missed the...
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Nice find JT, the view even better! :)
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Last post by Bigzmey
Wed Aug 28, 2019 7:31 pm
Holding phone while using Sky Safari (or other app)?
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pakarinen »
Thu Jul 11, 2019 11:36 am
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I run SS on my iPhone and it can be a hassle to hold the phone or be constantly picking it up and putting it down. Plus I need a table if I put it...
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You need one of these lol
Oh heck yeah!
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Last post by pakarinen
Tue Aug 27, 2019 1:01 pm
Question on Barlow
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by Don Quixote » Sun Aug 25, 2019 4:55 pm
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Doing AP with barlow on camera nose.
Does anyone know if using a telecentric barlow would flatten the field for me ?
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:Astronomer1: Thank you Kathy. I will let you know if it is true...
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Last post by Don Quixote
Sun Aug 25, 2019 11:27 pm
focusing different filter for off axis guider
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yobbo89 »
Sat Aug 24, 2019 1:12 pm
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I Think i might have a problem and it's only with 1 filter out of 9, since it's almost galaxy season i'm breaking out the l rgb and having a go,
I...
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Different filters will consume different amounts of back focus. This is normal. In a filter wheel, adding a shim to the filter will have no effect,...
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Last post by KathyNS
Sun Aug 25, 2019 3:57 pm
Expected views with Astronomik UHC filter in white zone sky
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salehram »
Thu Aug 15, 2019 12:31 pm
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Hi all,
So I have got a chance to buy an Astronomik UHC filter and I got it finally.
Last night I stayed up so Orion rise and I wanted to test it...
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I have a Lumicon nebular filter and while it helps in my red (pink?) zone, an unfiltered scope in dark skies beats anything I've seen.
Some people...
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Last post by pakarinen
Wed Aug 21, 2019 3:04 pm
My new UHC filter!
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Bigzmey »
Tue Jul 30, 2019 3:48 am
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Look at the transmittance numbers on this baby, can't get any better than this! :D
LumiOIII-A.jpg
LumiOIII-B.jpg
LumiOIII-C.jpg
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Thank you Andrey.
Your knowledge base is so important to building of this forum.
I am sure others who read this will benefit from your posting as I...
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Last post by Don Quixote
Tue Aug 20, 2019 7:00 pm
I new piece of kit on the way.
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by Don Quixote » Tue Aug 13, 2019 1:19 am
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I have ordered this adapter so that I can mount my Pentax XW directly to my d810 Nikon for eyepiece projection.
I don't know if it will work out, but...
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Yes. Planetary.
Although I may try some double stars.
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Last post by Don Quixote
Thu Aug 15, 2019 9:38 pm
What cables do I need
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SlindeAstronomy »
Mon Aug 05, 2019 6:31 pm
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I have a SkyWatcher Eq6R with Orion Starshoot Auto Guider and a Canon T3I DSLR to run astrophotography. I use a usb powered hub
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Hi,
You will need three cables. One for each camera, and one from your Mount to your laptop so that you can autoguide. Make sure it is a...
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Last post by JayTee
Mon Aug 05, 2019 7:59 pm
missing website?
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mcolbert »
Sat Jul 20, 2019 12:55 am
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for the past week or so I have been trying to log into astronomytechnologytoday.com and there doesn't seem to be any access. From browsing other...
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Seems to be happening for me too on firefox (version 68.0.1)
It does work fine on Opera.
we'll see how opera goes. Thanks.;)
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Last post by mcolbert
Sat Aug 03, 2019 11:13 am
Power Supply Type?
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JayTee »
Fri Aug 02, 2019 12:17 pm
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So while rummaging in the garage I came across a power supply. It says it's 12V, so I tested it and yes, it is 12VDC -- I think.
The label doesn't...
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It is a switching power supply with an output of 12 Volts D.C. It is rated for use with information technology equipment (ITE) and Audio Visual...
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Last post by Intrepid
Sat Aug 03, 2019 3:47 am
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