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Started by Trannyguy, 09/14/2006 03:01AM
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Jason Boyce
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Hi all,
After seeing the great bubble images lately I decided to give it a go myself last night.
Three 30 minute subs and a five minute just for good measure grin
I think I missed focus a little so I am somewhat dissapointed with the final result.Tec140 at F7 with a ST-2000xcm.
Thanks for looking,
Jason

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Jason, it might be a little "soft", but it is a very nice image nonetheless...

I'm sure you'll get a PERFECT one soon... wink


Thanks for sharing, and keep'em coming!
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Posted 09/14/2006 01:46PM #2
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It looks good Jason. I'll bet that TEC will focus sharper if you take a little more time. It is a wonderful scope.
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Jason Boyce said:
I think I missed focus a little.......
How do you evaluate focus when focusing?
Are you using automated focusing?

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Jason,

This is a very nice start! As far as focusing is concerned, I am of the philosophy that next to the mount (What mount did you use, BTW?), focusing is a critical part of imaging. Get a motorized focuser, preferably one that can be computer-controlled (Robofocus is one of the most cost-effective solutions). Couple that with FocusMax (freeware!) and you'll have wonderfully tight focus each and every time! Oh, and BTW, you will want to refocus through the evening.....

Eric
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