Excellent news that you have a new ccd to get you cranking again Louie
No seriously, I'm stoked for you and look forward to you getting this thing rocking!
Yep first lights can be frustrating. Let alone with a new scope as well!
Always some issues to sort out.
But I'm sure you'll have it sorted asap.
I think the 1 min subs with the FL of this little beauty scope has done well. First thing I notice though with the image was the lack of golden colour stars as is indicative of this area... pretty much what Jase has already commented on.
But then.... after all, this is a first light test worts and all and sounds like you were lucky to get anything down!
Geezzz, you'd think the Taka focuser would be able to handle the weight
surely??
Any mate, congrats!!
Look forward to your great up and coming images!!
All the best
Rich