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Posts Made By: Lee Polikoff

April 18, 2004 06:39 PM Forum: Celestron

Celestar 8 Dlx and Autoguiding

Posted By Lee Polikoff
I have a C8 Dlx and I was wondering how to use the scope with a CCD camera (ie: sbig, etc). Since the drive system only has a jack for the hand controller and not an Aux port like some of the more expensive scopes out there, how does one use a ccd camera that performs autoguiding? Is there someone who makes an adapter that converts the autoguiders signals into something the C8 Dlx can use?

Thanks in advance,
Lee Polikoff

April 19, 2004 11:35 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

Using A Celestar 8 Deluxe and an Autoguider

Posted By Lee Polikoff
I have a C8 Dlx and I was wondering how to use the scope with a CCD camera (ie: sbig, etc). Since the drive system only has a jack for the hand controller and not an Aux port like some of the more expensive scopes out there, how does one use a ccd camera that performs autoguiding? Is there someone who makes an adapter that converts the autoguiders signals into something the C8 Dlx can use?

Thanks in advance,
Lee Polikoff

April 27, 2004 08:03 PM Forum: Celestron

Looking for Celestar 8 Deluxe Repair Parts

Posted By Lee Polikoff
Does anyone know a company that is selling aftermarket repair parts for the Celestar 8 Deluxe? I contacted Celestron and they want $75 just for a stepper motor (which I need to replace). Additionally, they no longer carry any circuit cards. It would be nice to stock up on some parts in case something goes wrong. Also, is there a shop that specializes in repairing Celestrons?
Thanks,
Lee

July 4, 2005 11:20 PM Forum: Celestron

Digital Setting Circles or New CG5 Mount?

Posted By Lee Polikoff
I have a Celestar 8 Deluxe, which came with a fairly decent mount. I was thinking about adding digital setting circles or possibly upgrading to the new Advanced Series Computerized mount. I just wanted to get the opinions of some other folks who are familiar with celestron's equipment, on which is the better option.

Thanks,
Lee

April 5, 2009 04:25 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Dovetail Mount for Celestar 8 Deluxe?

Posted By Lee Polikoff
I'm thinking of taking my OTA off of the stock Celestar 8 Deluxe mount and put it on one of the newer CG-5 Advanced Series GOTO mounts. I know I need to get a dovetail that will fit my scope and work with the mount, the thing is I don't have any idea which ones will/won't work. I was hoping that someone out here would have the answers or at least some suggestions.

Thanks,
Lee

May 30, 2009 01:20 AM Forum: Equipment Talk

Dovetail Mount for Celestar 8 Deluxe?

Posted By Lee Polikoff
I'm thinking of taking my OTA off of the stock Celestar 8 Deluxe mount and put it on one of the newer CG-5 Advanced Series GOTO mounts. I know I need to get a dovetail that will fit my scope and work with the mount, the thing is I don't have any idea which ones will/won't work. I was hoping that someone out here would have the answers or at least some suggestions.

Thanks,
Lee


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