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Rasa 11 Telescope
ZWO 6200 Color Camera
Celestron CGX-L mount
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Rasa 11 Telescope
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80mm Refractor Telescope
QHY 174 Color Camera
ZWO AM5 harmonic mount
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SolarMax III DS Hydrogen Alpha Telescope
QHY 174 Color Camera
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T Coronae Borealis goes nova every 80 years because it is part of a white dwarf/red giant star system. The dying red giant has its mass poached by the dwarf, and the influx of mass forms an accretion layer and the gravity and heat of the white dwarf have had enough. The white dwarf novas, blowing of the collected mass. Then the process starts again, rinse and repeat. For more than 800 years we have observed this nova (which will be visible to the naked eye) occur regularly every 80 years. There is flickering just before the the nova, and that flickering has been observed, so it is set to go any min.
First light at 10pm Eastern
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First light at 10pm Eastern
RASA 11 Telescope
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8 in RC Telescope
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Be sure to check out the new channel youtube.com/channel/UCOHdBpPS0wOwPWPQEMWmvwA
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Coronado Solarmax III DS H Alpha Telescope
ZWO 533mc camera
ZWO AM5 Harmonic Mount
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Coronado Solarmax III DS H Alpha Telescope
ZWO 533mc camera
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Comparing the different telescope designs commonly used by backyard astronomers and what they are used for.
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Woodland Hills Telescope is a sponsor of Shamrock Banks Observatory, but I get no commission and buy my gear at full price from them. I personally use the gear I talk about. www.telescopes.net tell them Dr. Bob sent you. They will still serve you.
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Relaxation Works
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I'll be imaging tonight so I am setting up the secondary mount with the 8 inch RC Telescope and a color camera. We'll be looking at nebula and galaxies as I click away on asteroids and comets. The thumbnail is an example of what we will be viewing (the Orion Nebula).
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Join me tonight as we put it through it's paces. Here are some highlights-
1/ No counterweight needed up to 25 pounds, using a counterweight gets you up to 44# of gear (20Kg)
2/ Polar Alignment is almost too easy.
3/ Perfect focus is done automatically.
4/ Slew to your target, the scope figures out where you ended up and automatically centers your target in the frame.
5/ Full Planetarium- click an object and go right to it, or pick from several catalogues or tonight's best.
Run everything from your smart phone, tablet or, wait for it, RUN IT DIRECTLY FROM A MAC!!! Yes, everything can be done natively on a Macbook.
Tonight we look at the ZWO AM5 mount, ZWO 533 Color Camera and the Orion EON 110 Refractor. As an aside, the entire rig weighs less than the RASA 11 by itself.
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telescopes.net/zwo-asiair-plus.html
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The telescope focus and collimation are excellent, we will be using the large frame color camera and I'll be taking requests after we look at the moon. Note, the thumbnail shows the relative size of the Continental US on the face of the moon.
Discord Link:
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Equipment and Software:
10" Meade SCT
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
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The telescope focus and collimation are excellent, we will be using the large frame color camera and I'll be taking requests after we look at the moon.
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
Equipment and Software:
10" Meade SCT
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
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The mount is back from the shop and working perfectly. I'll start off with some galaxies and other objects of interest (I'll take requests) then head over to look at some comets and do some work. It should be a fascinating tour of the sky and will go for several hours on the YouTube Channel and facebook.
Discord Link:
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Equipment and Software:
10" Meade SCT
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
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We will compare 'pretty good' collimation to 'a little better' collimation by doing an auto focus routine on both with NINA Hocus Focus. Then we will have a look at some asteroids and see what our limit of detection in my Bortle 3 Sky (New Moon) turns out to be.
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The Hotech Advanced SC Collimator is the answer to this problem- using this device, I was able to collimate with precision, lining up the visual back, secondary mirror and centering the secondary mirror on the primary. The result was I was able to improve my focus from a dismal 4.0 HFR to a crisp 2.5.
Full instructional video:
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I just collimated it with the Hotech Advanced SC Collimator and I'm getting a HFR of 2.5, which is EXCELLENT and nearly what I get with the RASA, despite having nearly 5 times the focal length.
Discord Link:
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Equipment and Software:
10" Meade SCT
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
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Relaxation Works
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This is a short video showing the process of finding and imaging the comet. Once the orbit was measured I reported the update to the Minor Planet Center.
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When we have that done, I'll be looking at asteroids over in discord and just before dawn, I'm going to try and get a follow up measurement of a newly discovered comet.
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
Equipment and Software:
RASA 11
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
Discord Link:
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1/ Balancing the Telescope
2/ Polar Alignment
3/ Synchronize the Mount to Stellarium
4/ Automatic Focus
Software Used:
SharpCap Polar Alignment
Stellarium to Aim the Telescope
Nina for Plate Solving and Autofocus
This video is pretty much real time with the actual set up of the observatory to make our first image sequences.
The next evening with better weather I was able to observe and measure the orbits of 40 asteroids down to Mag 19.5 and as a bonus had the planet Neptune in all the images.
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Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
Equipment and Software:
RASA 11
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
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We will be live on YouTube and you can join the discussion on Discord in real time (be sure to join the discord early so you can participate).
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
Equipment and Software:
RASA 11
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200mc Color Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
Discord Link:
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Music Credit
Relaxation Works
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We will use the RASA 11, ZWO 6200 Color Camera and Celestron CGX-L mount to find some of the comets currently visible- Taking and stacking 60 x 60sec exposures. Then we'll run the images through Tycho Tracker and make some scientific observations of the comets and asteroids we catch- reporting their position and orbits to the Minor Planet Center.
Thanks to the generosity of our benefactors, Shamrock Banks Observatory has obtained as second ZWO 6200- this one is a monochrome camera and will be the primary camera for the observatory and our asteroid work in the coming weeks. I'll see about getting a few shots inside the observatory to show its function as well.
We are looking for new Patreons to help sponsor a SOLAR TELESCOPE to increase our observations (this is Michigan, and we have to take clear skies when we get them- even if it is daytime).
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youtube.com/@RelaxationMeditationMusic
Bob
Be sure to check out the new channel youtube.com/channel/UCOHdBpPS0wOwPWPQEMWmvwA
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Music Credit
Relaxation Works
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Today we will collimate an Orion 8 inch Ritchey Chretien and a 10 inch Meade Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope. The procedure is similar and we'll look at laser collimators, tilt plates, and complicating factors such as flexion and balance.
Bottom line, collimation can be perfect, but do you want to spend 3 hours of your limited telescope time doing it? Or do you want to use the telescope. We look at bench collimation and star collimation in this episode.
In our next video, I'll walk you through the nightly set up of your rig and put all this together for you.
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Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
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We'll look at Galaxies, Nebula, Comets, Satellites, even the moon in full color with a top of the line camera.
We are using the Rowe Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) 11 inch telescope. This is a unique kind of telescope- an 11 inch diameter aperture with 620mm focal length. The result is a a LOT of light coming to the camera in a very wide field, f/2.2 telescope. This results in some rather spectacular views of the Universe, and we can move smoothly from target to target.
Besides, I have the NASA Seal of Approval, so the telescope comes preloaded with all known and unknown objects just like in Wiki......
Equipment and Software:
Celestron f/2.2 RASA 11
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 6200MM Camera
SharpCap for imaging and live stacking
PHD2 Guiding
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
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Music Credit
Relaxation Works
youtube.com/channel/UCpBL_gbrWW6wQhlOt5R7kXw
Equipment tonight:
RASA 11 f/2.2 FL 620 Ap 279mm
ZWO 6200 MC one shot color
Celestron CGX-L Mount
SharpCap imaging, we might switch over to Sequence Generator Pro and test it out
Targets:
The Green Comet
The Moon
Satellites
M31 might make a guest appearance
Besides, I have the NASA Seal of Approval, so the telescope comes preloaded with all known and unknown objects just like in Wiki......
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
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Patreon- patreon.com/bobthescienceguy
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Music Credit
Relaxation Works
youtube.com/channel/UCpBL_gbrWW6wQhlOt5R7kXw
We talk about Refractors, SCT's, Richie Chretiens and the RASA.
Newtonian Reflectors and Dobsonian Telescopes are mentioned.
Finally, what is the best first telescope?
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youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatory:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
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Bob
As we go through 'Learn the Sky' and 'Lessons Learned' we'll progress to 'Electronic Assisted Astronomy' where we go through all this computer control and imaging/evaluation. Just wanted to show you some of the cool things in store on this channel.
Equipment:
RASA 11 Telescope
ZWO 6200MC Camera
Celestron CGX-L Mount
Software:
Tycho Tracker
tycho-tracker.com
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Bob the Science Guy: youtube.com/user/drbob420
ResearchFlatMoon (the production channel):
youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatory:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
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Bob
In our next episode we'll talk about the different designs of telescopes, how to select the right telescope for the right job, and which one should be your first telescope.
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Bob the Science Guy: youtube.com/user/drbob420
ResearchFlatMoon (the production channel):
youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatory:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
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Bob
This is not done in the studio, we are just having a chat between friends and sharing my experiences in the journey to becoming a real amatuer astronomer.
Hobby skywatching requires very little equipment- just your eyes and a pair of binoculars and a desire to learn the sky. When you decide to take the next step, and are willing to make the investment and put the work in, learn from the mistakes of others with this series.
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Equipment Featured in this video- (note, these can be found used at lower prices)
11# Capacity Mount (camera)
telescopes.net/sky-watcher-az-gti-mount.html
30# Capacity Mount (First Telescope)
telescopes.net/celestron-advanced-vx-mount-91519.html
75# Capacity Mount (advanced)
telescopes.net/celestron-cgx-l-equatorial-mount-91531.html
Bob's Websites
Check them OUT:
Bob the Science Guy: youtube.com/user/drbob420
ResearchFlatMoon (the production channel):
youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatory:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
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Bob
Thank you Judy for joining me and helping to keep an eye on things for me while I was busy with the observatory equipment.
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Bob's Websites
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Bob the Science Guy: youtube.com/user/drbob420
ResearchFlatMoon (the production channel):
youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatoy:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
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Bob
Software and websites:
stellarium.org
The Stellarium website, download your OS version
cleardarksky.com/maps/lp/large_light_pollution_map.html
The Light Pollution Atlas
clearoutside.com/forecast
Enter your postal code or decimal Lat/Long
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youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
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Bob
In this video we will talk about the 'Electronic Assisted Astronomy' Playlist where we discuss combining your telescope with your computer to locate and slew to targets, plate solve, track asteroids and satellites, and use video capture and focusing software.
As always, if it is a clear night here in N. Michigan, we'll be live streaming the telescope. If we have crap for weather, I'll be making videos for the educational playlists. I hope you will enjoy your stay.
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Bob's Websites
Check them OUT:
Bob the Science Guy: youtube.com/user/drbob420
ResearchFlatMoon (the production channel):
youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatory:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
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1/ Learn the Sky
2/ Mistakes Made and Lessons Learned
In the first, we'll go over all 88 known constellations, both in the Northern and Southern Hemisphere and learn a little about the science of astronomy. Topics covered include:
The Celestial Sphere
Using Planetarium Software
Using Weather/Observing Conditions Software
Finding Targets of Interest
In the second playlist, we'll look at the MANY mistakes I made in my first 3 years including:
Spending Money you don't have to spend
Picking the wrong telescope mount
Realizing the mount is more important than the telescope
Having more telescope than you can operate
Using the right instrument for the right reason
So browse through the videos and see if your questions are answered.
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Note: The primary job of the observatory is to observe, and on clear nights that is what we will do (live streamed) with a variety of telescopes ranging from Cameras with 24mm lenses to the 11 inch RASA.
On those nights the Astronomy Gods bless us with crappy Michigan weather, I'll make videos (some live streams) that will go into the educational playlists.
Bob's Websites
Check them OUT:
Bob the Science Guy: youtube.com/user/drbob420
ResearchFlatMoon (the production channel):
youtube.com/c/ResearchFlatMoon
Slide Rules and Mathematics (STEM Education):
youtube.com/channel/UCEXa89aIdG222z8ADB0e7GA
Shamrock Banks Observatory:
youtube.com/c/CommonSenseSciencery
Please consider becoming a Patreon of the Channel- All money donated through paypal or from the patreons goes directly into improvements in the channel (
patreon.com/bobthescienceguy
Bob
For folks in the US- Get out and vote today!!!
Equipment and Software:
Orion 8" RC
Celestron CGX-L Equatorial Mount
ZWO 533MM Cameras
SharpCap
Astrophotography Tool
PHD2 Guiding
Discord Link:
discord.gg/nFf7EnMm8D
NOTE: YOU MUST SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL (AT LEAST 5 MIN) TO POST TO THE LIVE STREAM. This is to build the audience for the live streams, you won't come if you don't know about them, so just hit the button and ring the bell.
Note, if the link does not work, check out the latest stream on Shamrock Banks Observatory and a fresh link will be in the description!
Help the Channel by joining our channel as a member
Patreon- patreon.com/bobthescienceguy
or sending a Paypal for equipment (I do take requests for content)
paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=ED65DTMU9AB8C
Music Credit
Relaxation Works
youtube.com/channel/UCpBL_gbrWW6wQhlOt5R7kXw