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Old 05-07-2007, 10:19 AM
Dennis
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Hello,

An illustrated update to show the importance of adjusting for Magnetic Variation, when polar aligning on the South Celestial Pole, illustrated in this example for Brisbane where True South is approx. 11 degrees E of Magnetic South.

You can obtain the precise magnetic variation for your location and the current year, from here.

Cheers

Dennis
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