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PA and DEC Error

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I set my mount 40 degrees up from a level mount (my latitude in northern hemisphere), point true north (AZ error~0). But TPPA says DEC error is -90 degrees, to move the mount up. How is that possible?

Here's the set-up; it's the AZ-GTi in EQ mode.
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Re: PA and DEC Error

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I could try, but I would be guessing.

I strongly suggest that you get on Discord. I would bet that they would have an answer for you quickly and without spending time on guesswork.
Jim

Scopes: Explore Scientific ED102 APO, Sharpstar 61 EDPH II APO, Samyang 135 F2 (still on the Nikon).
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Re: PA and DEC Error

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Juno16 wrote: Sun Aug 28, 2022 10:54 am I could try, but I would be guessing.

I strongly suggest that you get on Discord. I would bet that they would have an answer for you quickly and without spending time on guesswork.
Yeah, I'm trying there but no 1 seems to figure it out.
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Re: PA and DEC Error

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I saw your post on Discord.

With my experience limited experience with N.I.N.A. Discord, their support os in-demand.
I would recommend that you give tons of information and be ready to give more quickly.
Also, if you don’t hear back immediately, keep checking.
Remember that it is live help by volunteers for free software.

BTW, I’m not sure where you are, but your location settings look reasonable.

Discord is definitely your best bet for success in solving your issues.
Jim

Scopes: Explore Scientific ED102 APO, Sharpstar 61 EDPH II APO, Samyang 135 F2 (still on the Nikon).
Mount: Skywatcher HEQ5 Pro with Rowan Belt Mod
Stuff: ASI EAF Focus Motor (x2), Orion 50mm Guide Scope, ZWO 30 mm Guide Scope, ASI 220mm min, ASI 120mm mini, Stellarview 0.8 FR/FF, Sharpstar 0.8 FR/FF, Mele Overloock 3C.
Camera/Filters/Software: ASI 533 mc pro, ASI 120mm mini, Orion SSAG, IDAS LPS D-1, Optolong L-Enhance, ZWO UV/IR Cut, N.I.N.A., Green Swamp Server, PHD2, Adobe Photoshop CC, Pixinsight.
Dog and best bud: Jack
Sky: Bortle 6-7
My Astrobin: https://www.astrobin.com/users/Juno16/
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