Experiment using autoguider for deep sky.

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Experiment using autoguider for deep sky.

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Hi,
Nice images, looks like the camera has very high QE. :P
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Very nice! Thanks for sharing. Are they taken locally or overseas?
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Nice collection of pictures. What is the setting on the camera (e.g. exposure time etc) ? Keep them coming.
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Oooooo....... STi........
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All shots taken at Jurong West.
Most subs taken at 4,5 or 10 minutes.
Ring nebula i remember was 3x4minutes.
Andromeda was 10x10 minutes.
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That's quite a bagful of splendid imagery, ChaosKnight! The STi is one fine autoguider. Great sensitivity, regularity of low chip noise, clean electronics, and a moderately wide FOV. Have you tried on the planets? Should be great for them too, with the high fps and sensitivity plus fast downloads...
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Thanks for the input.

I still have issues getting flatfields. Apparently the C6 displays significant vignetting when brought down to ~F/3, even for the small chip. Currently using an acrylic sheet, but it doesn't work well. I know there are electroluminescient panels, but i'm looking for a reliable, simple solution without need for power.
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