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Old 21-07-2006, 08:51 AM
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Early SMC this morning

Since it was clear and no Moon collected data all night. Here is one result. More to come.
I have made a 'new' stepping motor focuser for lenses will post in DIY&ATM.
Details
Canon 5DH, Canon 300mm F2.8L at F2.8, Hutech LPR filter, 12X600sec at an ISO of 200, In cam noise reduction ON, processed with ImagesPlus and Registar,adjusted for levels and curves with PS and GradientXterminator.

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http://users.bigpond.net.au/avandonk/SMC_2mb.jpg

I don't think this is the last version from this data as it is tricky to get the weak subtle nebs etc to show without enhancing noise and light pollution gradients.
The new focuser as you can see works very well. The cold temperature (3deg C) also helps to keep the camera noise down.

Bert
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Last edited by avandonk; 21-07-2006 at 11:09 AM.
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