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First MaximDL Mosaic Attempt: Andromeda Galaxy

Started by Wangler, 09/26/2006 04:39PM
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Posted 09/26/2006 04:39PM | Edited 09/26/2006 04:42PM Opening Post
Alec Hitchman
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I have tried and tried to get color data for some of my B/W shots, but the Orion Starshoot is just too noisy compared to my MX716. I have to get a color filter wheel, I guess.

Anyhow, I decided to practice using Maxim's Mosaic feature.

Here is a mosaic of 2x4 frames, shot with Mx716 on ZS66SD, with a IDAS NBN-PV filter. Guided via MaximDl with a DSI Pro through the 14" LX200 @f3.3

I really goofed up the post-processing, and created huge gradients. I mistakenly saved over my originals, so I have to take the mosaic subs again to improve this one!! Doh!

Total of 8 panels, with 9x5min for each panel, luminance only.

Keith

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Alec
I like your M31. I wish I could do as well.

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Posted 09/26/2006 05:32PM | Edited 09/26/2006 05:33PM #2
Ivan Gastaldo
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I can definitely see what you mean about the gradients, but it is a great project nonetheless...

And yes, Astro Imaging is a continuous learning experience... wink

Keep at it, and looking forward to your revised & finished M31 mosaic! 8)
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