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Old 15-07-2015, 07:00 AM
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I'm looking for a guiding solution for the 8F8 scope. My existing setup is too tall, the scope takes up most of my Ob headroom. I'm working on a low profile adjustable mount system project which should fit but I'm also considering an OAG.
My mind can't quite get around the idea of an OAG. I understand the off axis position and basic optical physics but how do you find a suitable star if it is such a fixed position device in the optical train ?
Star suitability is just down to SNR. So all you need is a sensitive guide cam.
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