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Aries 16" Modified Newtonian
Mar 23 2005 07:28 AM |
APM M.Ludes
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Here I like to do a little review of my personal largest backyard telescope. A similar type of telescope is available from INTES MICRO in Russia , called MN165 ( 16" Maksutov Newtonian for US $ 22,900)
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Markus Ludes
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Live 3D Stereoscopic Electronic Viewing
Mar 10 2008 06:41 AM |
Guest
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3D Stereoscopic Electronic Viewing
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Doug Baum
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Video Binoviewing
Oct 11 2007 02:59 AM |
Guest
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Many amateur astronomers are now using video cameras to observe both solar system and deep sky objects.
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John Paladini
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SBIG All Sky and Meteor Camera
May 13 2006 01:58 AM |
JAT Observatory
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The SBIG All Sky camera is not item you will likely to find in your average astronomer's tool box
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Marcus Thompson
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DMK Firewire Camera for Planetary Imaging
Apr 26 2006 05:23 AM |
Levi
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My first ventures into astroimaging involved film and the dismal results and cost of film and developing soon shut me down
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Levi Miz2
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Rent-a-Scope Astrophotography Service
Jan 28 2006 03:52 AM |
Tachyon77
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My Adventures in Deep-Sky Photography & Rent-a-Scope
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Andrew Soh
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April Reader's Gallery
Mar 25 2005 08:04 AM |
CN_Admin
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Astrophotos from our own Cloudy Nights forum members. A monthly gallery.
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Tom Trusock
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Getting Started with a SAC CCD Camera
Mar 13 2005 01:17 PM |
Guest
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The SAC imaging camera represents an easy way to break into astrophotography. The cameras are easy to use but its more advanced capabilities will provide you with years of enjoyment. This article is not meant to replace the instructions that come with the camera but instead to give you an overview of the basic setup, testing and operation of the camera. This article covers the operations of all the SAC cameras including the SACIV, SAC7, SAC7b, and for the most part, the new SAC8. The SAC8 is a highly sensitive monochrome CCD camera and it's operation differs slightly. Refer to the SAC8 instructions for the differences but mainly the shutter control as adjusted on the scre
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Mark Estes
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Digital Astrophotography Beginner's Guide
Mar 13 2005 11:10 AM |
Guest
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Twenty-five years ago I abandoned astronomy to pursue other interests. Today, I return to the hobby and discover a booming field ripe with technological innovation. The bad news is that everything I knew has to be learned again, the good news is that the sky is full of rewards that were unthinkable a quarter of century ago. This beginner's guide is not intended as a dazzling demonstration of good astrophotography but rather as a mundane account of my new adventures in astro-photography, complete with mistakes and growing pains. Amateur astronomy is one of the few areas where the internet has lived up to its hype: a staggering amount of free information is available on-line, shared by an enthusiastic and talented community: this article is my way to thank all those who have contributed knowledge, hardware tips and great software.. Clear skies to you! Analog or Digital? Decision Time
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Pierre Vandevenne, MD
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