Telescopes Teleview (2)
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Focusers
Starizona MicroTouch (wireless) Imaging Mount Imaging Cameras Software CCD Inspector 2 CCD Navigator 2 NexRemote
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Piers Field Rotator |
MAJOR EQUIPMENT LIST |
Telescope Set-up for visual activity Celestron Nexstar 11 gps/ Teleview binos w/ 16mm naglers makes for awesome viewing! |
NEW SCOPE- Astrograph For Imaging Deep Sky Instruments DSI- RC10c with Teleview TV85 |
Imaging Train with New Pyxis 3" Field Rotator New Pyxis Rotator + Astrodon MMOAG + Lodestar Guider + w/Custom Shutter + CCD Labs FW + Q453HR Camera |
Old Imaging Setup - 9.25" Celestron SCT + 0.63 Reducer + Microtouch Focsuser + Camera |
Remote Observatory Operations- All activies are controlled via "Desktop Remote" from inside the house. The X10 system is also used for controlling lights and other various switching. CCD Auto Pilot controls all imaging activies. CCDAP + AstroMC controls the motorized roof at the end of a run or when bad weather sets in. VB Scripting aids in auto startup and shutdown of all programs, equipment and lighting. Having dual 24" monitors is really great for staying on top of everything that's going on! |
Equipment Operator Resident Astronomer...............Jim Collins |
