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Old 15-10-2017, 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by lazjen View Post
Another solution is provided using Astrotortilla (plate solving software). It has a routine that takes using through PA using plate solving. You don't need to see the SCP for it - lowi(ish) east or west plus zenith to align the axes. Assuming you start out roughly close (using compass, say), it doesn't take too long to dial in the PA with it.
I'd be interested to hear more about this option Chris?

As an aside, it is fantastic how many PA solutions people have provided to the community, even in just the last 5 years! What a time to be an astro-nerd
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