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Andrew,
Solar observing, like astrophotography requires some planning.
Adding a solar filter to the finder is a cheap and safe way of aligning with the Sun. Also wrapping the scope in foil/ windscreen sun shield reduces the heat build up on the scope/ camera.
For many years I used a 80L grey plastic tub with the lid hinged up with a piece of fencing wire and covered with a dark sheet to protect the laptop. It worked very well for me.
[Edit: some better photos of the Solar Observatory!]
I agree the daytime seeing conditions can be a bit iffy, I find mornings better than afternoons.
I suppose you could say regular solar observing is in the realm of the retired members............
I don't follow CN. The Solar Chat site is a dedicated solar site which over the years has supported the amateur.
Last edited by Merlin66; 12-03-2023 at 03:23 PM.
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