Hi Steve.
For a first time image with a CCD, that's pretty good. You can't expect a perfect, or even nearly perfect image the first time out as there are soooo many variables to deal with when imaging with a CCD, particularly when imaging planets.
You may want to adjust your gain setting to be lower. I have no experience with SBIG, but I do use a Meade 416XTE and the first time I caught Jupiter... same problem, until I found out how the lower the gain (which was simply using the +/- keys when the image comes up after download). Check your manual and find out how to do this and you will likely see instant results. Your focus looks really good though.
By the way, there is a lot to learn when it comes to CCD imaging. It takes a lot of time and patience so don't be too discouraged and keep in touch with the forums here, as there is a wealth of knowledge gained through trial and error (the best teacher).
Best of luck,
Derrick.
For a first time image with a CCD, that's pretty good. You can't expect a perfect, or even nearly perfect image the first time out as there are soooo many variables to deal with when imaging with a CCD, particularly when imaging planets.
You may want to adjust your gain setting to be lower. I have no experience with SBIG, but I do use a Meade 416XTE and the first time I caught Jupiter... same problem, until I found out how the lower the gain (which was simply using the +/- keys when the image comes up after download). Check your manual and find out how to do this and you will likely see instant results. Your focus looks really good though.
By the way, there is a lot to learn when it comes to CCD imaging. It takes a lot of time and patience so don't be too discouraged and keep in touch with the forums here, as there is a wealth of knowledge gained through trial and error (the best teacher).
Best of luck,
Derrick.
