Polar alignment
I currently own a AZ EQ6 GT mount and I am trying to refine the polar alignment.
I can align the mount fairly well that is I point the mount aligned with true north south. Then adjust the azimuth if necessary. It can be fiddly but I usually end up with alignment that is good enough for visual use.
I would like to try my hand at Astrophotography. I can hardly see anything through the polar scope. Finding Sigma Octantis is near impossible. Though I suspect this is due to the alignment being off.
I have tried drift alignment but I have lots of trees around here that do not allow me to see stars close to the horizon.
Any help in refining my alignment would be appreciated.
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