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Old 26-12-2019, 12:52 PM
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Big Scopes are Cool

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Originally Posted by The_bluester View Post
I take it from what others seem to be using there is no issue in using the "Uno Compatible" knock off boards? Looking on fleabay it is hard to find a real Arduino board.
I'm using Jaycar Uno boards and they are working fine.

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Originally Posted by Bart View Post
Hiya.


So this isn't mounted to the scope like a flip flat? It is bolted to the wall in line with the storage position of the scope or a defined position to capture flats?


Can we have some comprehnsive pics please as I have a remote observatory?


Thanks.
I'm using it with my normal light box but it could be used with a EL panel bolted to the wall. I don't think anyone in this thread has made the servo motor to open a panel attached to the end of the scope however I have seen a home made one like that at astrofest.... here is the thread:

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...ight=flip+flat
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