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dmilleraz
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Reged: 06/20/08
Posts: 7
Loc: Phoenix, AZ
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New Observatory Project - Questions
06/22/08 05:25 PM
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I am going through the process of designing my observatory in NE Arizona and it seems I have more questions then answers.
Currently I have some of the equipment for the project.
Scope: 16" RC (bought used from a good friend)
Mount: Paramount ME
And that is it!
This observatory is going on my property where I have just started construction of a log home. Most of the year the observatory will be remotely run so I need to take that into consideration. My thought is that I would use possibly the Pier-Tech solution (Tele-Station 2 Observatory & Pier-Tech 2 or 3 Pier). Any other suggestions when it comes to remotely operated, roll-off observatories?
The other question I am dealing with is power. My property is on the power grid but I am designing my house to be run on solar and only use the grid if necessary. I also will have a backup generator as well for the house. The observatory will be about 500 feet from the house. I was considering running the observatory off of solar with a large bank of batteries. Does anyone have experience with a completely solar observatory that is run remotely? If so, do I need a backup generator as well or should I just hook it up to the grid and not worry about it?
I have many more questions but I need to pick the roll-off manufacturer and decide on power soon.
Thanks,
Dave Miller
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