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Originally Posted by Crater101
Martin, my thanks. You've clarified one issue that was on my mind...and given me much more to think about into the bargain!
I'd been looking at the ST connections and had wondered how best to configure things, and had briefly considered direct connection, but pulse guiding was something that I'd never considered. I need to do some more research, I see.
For the time being, I'll be using a modified 60D and (probably) the ZWO 120MM Mini through a small guidescope, once I get everything properly established.
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Warren,
Glad to assist
Pulse guiding is the only way to guide !!
Using PHD2 pulse guiding via Ascom allows you to save a good calibration for long time . Ive used the same calibration for nearly a year now, with ST4 you need to calibrate every time you image which is a real pain if your trying to save precious sky time for imaging. Also you can guide on both sides of the meridian using your saved calibration, ST you can’t , you have to recalibrate. There are many other benefits to pHD2 pulse guiding ( guide camera to laptop )
The PHD2 support group ( forum ) has excellent support ( and this forum too ) I haven’t had to many issues over the past 5 or 6 years using PHD2. Starting my journey wth a Canon 600D , HEQ5 mount and 6” newt , then a couple of EQ6-R mounts with an 8” newt and 2600MC to now owning an EQ8-R pro monster mount. PHD2 has been tremendous
Cheers
Martin