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Michael,
Thanks for posting blog. As I look around, hope to find tidbits on optimizing my new CPC1100 HD for planet photography. It augments my trusty EQ mounted C8. No prior alt/az experience, undecided on purchase of a wedge, but having fun with the mount. Field rotation is manageable.
Primary concern is that the CPC tracking is not great at f/20 with small sensor planet camera in place, and no clear guidance on how to improve. CPC adjustment secrets? Skip the wedge and go straight to EQ mount? A fool's errand?
All the Best!
Dave Stokes
Thanks for posting blog. As I look around, hope to find tidbits on optimizing my new CPC1100 HD for planet photography. It augments my trusty EQ mounted C8. No prior alt/az experience, undecided on purchase of a wedge, but having fun with the mount. Field rotation is manageable.
Primary concern is that the CPC tracking is not great at f/20 with small sensor planet camera in place, and no clear guidance on how to improve. CPC adjustment secrets? Skip the wedge and go straight to EQ mount? A fool's errand?
All the Best!
Dave Stokes
Cool stuff Michael! Nice pics. And I agree....the travel & hassle to get to the last solar eclipse was worth it.
Hi Michael
Hope you’re getting the new house and pool finished off so you can get back to the fun Astronomy stuff. Im sure you’ve noticed the weather has been against us lately. I’ve managed a few days with my Lunt 60 mm but not much in evenings. I did get lucky and was able to stay at padre island long enough to see the latest star ship launch.wow. Take care
Hope you’re getting the new house and pool finished off so you can get back to the fun Astronomy stuff. Im sure you’ve noticed the weather has been against us lately. I’ve managed a few days with my Lunt 60 mm but not much in evenings. I did get lucky and was able to stay at padre island long enough to see the latest star ship launch.wow. Take care
Nice site !
got here from Cloudy Nights
Hello, since my All Sky camera model was suffering from condensation inside the dome, I searched the web for inspiration. That's how I came across your website. I really like your concept of the new All Sky camera, I think it elegantly solves the previously mentioned moisture condensation. Thank you for sharing it. I think it is very useful for people like me. I would also like to ask if you still have 3D models of the parts, as I am not very skilled in 3D drawing.
New to astronomy
Just visiting
Just visiting
Clear skys!
Thanks so much for the part for our dozer, couldn't get one anywhere.
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Thanks all Im looking for A GPS replacement for my Nexstar 8" CPC
Thanks all Im looking for A GPS replacement for my Nexstar 8" CPC
Received my Delta Leg Spreader today. I ordered it for one of my CG5 tripods and it fit perfectly. I knew that it would because I swap the spreaders of my Celestron SE, CG5, AVX, and CGEM mounts all the time. They all use the same spreader regardless of leg diameter. I was a little worried about it being strong enough to really tighten it down for the best mount stability, but it seems to be more than strong enough!
Thanks,
Stan
Thanks,
Stan
Just ordered a spreader for my Meade 884 tripod. It looks like it should work, and I like the design. Very well thought out- the leg clearance slots in the 2" ep holes is a nice touch. Hopefully I can leave this on the tripod at all times so I don't lose it like I did the original...
I bumped into another Orion project website. I am sure you know about it, but in case you don't:
https://space4everybody.com/home/project-orion/
https://space4everybody.com/home/project-orion/
Nice job on the observatory! I was looking for a leg spreader for a scope I inherited. I just ordered one!
And, I was surprised to learn that I live about 10 miles north of you -- half way to Lampasas.
And, I was surprised to learn that I live about 10 miles north of you -- half way to Lampasas.
Looking at vertical assembly for CBC 1100
finally found all sky camera that fits my needs. great site with a lot of great info
I have been hunting for a replacement spreader for quite some time, glad to find this site, ordered the Printed one to try out with my Meade Tripod.
Hi. I lost the tripod spreader for my CEM60, which appears to be the same as with the Celestron 1.5/2" tripods. Anybody have one not needed? Thanks.