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@Thomas: I am a Newtonian user like you! I have a Celestron Omni XLT 150. I consider Jupiter as the "beginner's delight", probably the easiest object to spot after moon. Once you have sorted out your collimation, you will amost certainly be able to get a good view of the planet. I am usual...

Hi all, thanks for your comments.

FYI, I am using a Celestron Omni XLT 150 Newtonian.

Just curious - has'nt any manufacturer come up with there a powered finderscope with Telrad like setting circles? Based on your responses, I guess that will address the limitations of telrad in LP skies.

I am looking for a device/aid to help locate DSOs. I have read some good views about the Telrad Finder but also found a few comments that it may not be suitable in light polluted skies. I wish to know how useful (or effective) the Telrad Finder is for use in Singapore or are there better alternative...

With many useful tips received from members last week, continued my astrophotography attempt last night...Here are a few pictures... http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6144/6013230485_5506b6928c_b.jpg Celestron Omni XLT150 Newtonian (F/5), Nikon D5000, 1/400sec x 10exp (RAW), ISO640, stacked (using Regi...

@Remus and others: I understand that there are remote (wired) shutter release devices available that also have functions like exposure time (including in bulb mode), interval and number of exposures. Nikon does not produce such a device for D5000 (for this model, they just have a simple no frills re...

Remus and Cloudcover, thank you for your feedback. I will certainly work on your tips and advice.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6147/5996837867_bc2ba7abc6_b.jpg 1st attempt at M7 cluster Celestron Omni XLT 150 reflector (F/5); Nikon D5000; exp 10sec; ISO 800, Tungsten WB, JPEG image (single shot), unprocessed. Hi guys! This is my very first attempt at any sort of prime focus astrophotography. ...

Is it possible to DIY a Goto mount. For example can drive motors on the mount with a laptop (having the necessary control software) and made to point to a location which the computer directs it to?

This question is purely out of curiosity...and (perhaps) future reference.

Came across information on this book "A Beginner's Guide to DSLR Astrophotography " by Jerry Lodriguss while browsing the site "www.astropix.com". I am trying to find out if this is a good book for astrophotography beginners. Would like to have reviews/opinions if anyone has read...

Hmmm,i read all the post...As for the binoculars mentioned by Fizzy123 at carrefour,that S$22 binoculars can see pretty good images?And also how do i set it up for a binoculars to see things in the sky?When i'm young i used to play with binoculars often but it don't seems really good. I had been to...