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I have an Orion Star Shoot Autoguider that I am happy with for guiding, so am not interested in using a new camera for guiding.
I don't have a parallel port on my computer (MacBook running Windows XP), so a modified ToUcam is a problem - I thought it might be, and am glad I you have confirmed this.
I can buy a new DSI II Pro for around $500, which is cheaper than the DMK. I'm not looking for this as an imaging chip - my long-term plan is to persevere with my DLSR for another year or two and then upgrade to a proper CCD (I look at this as cheaper than buying a good quality DSLR and modifying it - I also have Nikon gear, so the Canon-Nikon debate is on my mind too)
I have seen a couple of recent DSIs sold on the web, and they aren't much cheaper than new - I understand the DSI prices dropped recently.
Last weekend I tried a drift alignment technique using the DSLR. I was happy with the results, but it required me getting into some rather strange positions to focus and align stars through the DSLR - a DSI might be kinder on my neck.
So many things to consider...
DT
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