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Old 12-04-2018, 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Placidus View Post

Yes, the data collection is pretty automated. We go up to the observatory (350 meters from the house, and 30 meters up, seriously cross-country), fuel up the generator, knock off the bigger mudwasp nests, take off the dust covers, and write a script for the evening. Focusing, filter changes, even multiple objects are all scripted. Then we try to find the Polaris ATV in the dark, drive down the hill, and watch a movie. In the morning we expect to find the scope parked, the dome roof closed, the generator off, and lots of photos. Sometimes expectations even come true.

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Thnks for that. Great stuff
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