Observatories
A forum for discussing the ins and outs of current observatories as well as sharing designs, and ideas. Manufacturers and Vendors are invited to attend.
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Post a pic. of your observatory!Started by Rick Needham , 10 Apr 2006 |
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List of ObservatoriesStarted by RobVG , 21 Apr 2007 |
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Best of Observatory Links!Started by csa/montana , 15 Sep 2010 |
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Observatories Forum GuidelinesStarted by MMICKELS , 29 Jan 2005 |
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Dedicated allsky cameraStarted by Stllrr , 10 Mar 2024 |
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Portable/cheap "observatory" optionStarted by SuiGeneris , 21 Jan 2025 |
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All-sky cameras, any 2024 recommendations?Started by RazvanUnderStars , 19 Jun 2024 |
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Observatory Placement Relative to House and TreesStarted by Meies , 08 Feb 2025 |
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Nexdome Controller FailureStarted by RichStevenson , 10 Feb 2025 |
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DIY Roof Controller WiringStarted by Paul Romero , 13 Jan 2025 |
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Dark Dragons Roll off RoofStarted by levyjoelh , 10 Nov 2024 ![]() |
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Very rough estimate of price for Astrometric DomeProU-d systemStarted by StupendousMan , 07 Feb 2025 |
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Any good plans for a ROR for free? or small charge?Started by kbastro , 03 Feb 2025 |
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Cold Weather Operation ExperiencesStarted by Jeff B , 21 Jan 2025 |
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A clean poorly lit placeStarted by macdonjh , 07 Mar 2015 |
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AstroMCStarted by shirejedi , 14 May 2023 |
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Web-CamerasStarted by dallen24 , 07 Jan 2025 |
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5x5 ROR building for remote imaging rig ideas?Started by Sean13 , 19 Jan 2025 |
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Leveling a Pier TopStarted by drprovi57 , 23 Jan 2025 |
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Pulsar dome - experiences and potential test with my control computer?Started by dochero , 07 Jan 2025 |
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Three Stones Observatory Build logStarted by ssagerian , 28 Oct 2019 |
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My Experience with NexDome, Home Dome/Technical Innovations, Skyshed, & ExploraDomeStarted by peculiar_polar_ring , 09 Aug 2024 |
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Construction of a rather massive pierStarted by Syzygy2024 , 24 Dec 2024 |
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Gearmotors used in the ED domesStarted by Katz , 27 Jan 2025 |
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Is anyhone familiar with this roll-off building?Started by speedster , 06 Jan 2025 |
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The 5-minute observatoryStarted by speedster , 20 Jan 2025 |
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My Completed observatory that cost $250.00Started by mondo1948 , 19 Jan 2025 |
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Using a Tuff Shed for my new Observatory (with auto roll off roof).Started by scadvice , 18 Dec 2024 |
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Arduino Based RG-11 Safety Monitor for NINA 64bitStarted by tosjduenfs , 06 Oct 2021 |
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DIY Portable Observatory IdeasStarted by Starseeker74 , 29 Mar 2022 ![]() |
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Convert a shed into "observatory"?Started by Calibiz , 21 Aug 2024 |
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AC in a SkyShed Pod-S observatory?Started by TheStarsabove , 26 Dec 2024 |
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Observatory Software WishlistStarted by gordtulloch , 08 Nov 2024 |
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A “freeware” 3D printed 36” diameter mini domeStarted by Patrick Stone , 04 Jan 2025 |
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Off Axis NewtoniansStarted by Mcloud , 19 Jan 2025 |
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Advice on Mini Box Observatory designStarted by phsampaio , 15 Jan 2025 |
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Allsky Camera with Windows Compute Stick?Started by Midnight Dan , 04 Aug 2024 |
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ASI676MC fisheye with ASIAIR Pro?Started by photobookie , 17 Jan 2025 |
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Help Wanted Construction Drawings for Telescope Dome and Retaining RingStarted by justasecond , 15 Jan 2025 ![]() |
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Seeking advice regarding new roll top observatory orientationStarted by t2krookie , 14 Jan 2025 |
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Fire Near Mt WilsonStarted by Chuck2 , 07 Jan 2025 |
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Ways to secure remote ROR roof for remote operation?Started by jd200 , 06 Jan 2025 |
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Amateur Sky Survey in H-alpha/OIII + remote sites for itStarted by sl-he , 11 Jan 2025 ![]() |
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Remote Control of your ObservatoryStarted by mshetzer , 17 Jun 2024 |
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Anyone Using Telescope LiveStarted by Dan Starr , 11 Jan 2025 |
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Internet online radar based rain detector. Works with ASCOM and NINA.Started by cara.norte , 12 Jan 2025 ![]() |
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Jug Mountain Observatory BuildStarted by idclimber , 22 Jul 2022 |
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Replacement Guide Wheels for NexdomeStarted by plot0015 , 08 Jan 2025 |
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A "Wife Approved" Todmorden PierStarted by ngatel , 06 Jul 2021 |
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Building my own observatory.Started by ArandomPilot , 25 Dec 2024 ![]() |
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