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Originally Posted by Dennis
Hi Dave
Wow – that is an impressive array of ‘scopes, mounts and sensors! As you well know, things can go wrong on these occasions.  - Make sure that you have notes on each ‘scope/mount/sensor combo and what you want to achieve with it.
- Jot down the types of images and image sequences you want to record.
- Note details of optimum exposure times, etc. based on previous results.
- Check that everything is working.
- Make sure that sensors are in focus and check on a regular basis.
- Ensure you have the necessary remote releases, etc.
It will be quite a challenge operating multiple systems so follow a written plan and operating procedures to minimise potential problems.
Good luck mate!
Cheers
Dennis
PS - declare the zone around tripods off-limits to avoid a repeat of your tragic Duckadang experience, and don't forget to check focus, and then check it again! |
I love a challenge - right up until it fails
Only me operating the scopes. Imaging everything from home. I will be keeping the moon centred in all shots, I know my limitations
, well OK maybe not
but I am willing to give it a good try.
We are forecast for clear "warm" skies on Tuesday, setting the scopes up and drift aligning as best I can Monday night/Tuesday morning and doing some test shots. I have only just bought DSLR focus and as yet not used it (better learn damn quick methinks) on either the canon or the Pentax - it wont work with the 400D though. Could use imaged plus there, but haven't used that either. Aah such a computer software Virgin
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No I will be leaving the tricky shots to the seasoned Paparazzi such as you and Mike - to get the money shots
Just have to remember to set the mounts on Lunar
NOW all I need is to get a crash course on using K3cccdtool to get the polar alignment right on each scope (might be cheaper to fly Paul down for the hour or two to get it right
) and go from there. the 240 Volt advantage will be needed, the dew here tonight is horrendous - fog expected in the morning and similar conditions right through until Wednesday. the dew heaters will be working overtime
