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Astro Dog - Australia's Online Astronomy Store
WWW.ASTRODOG.COM.AU
1300 278 763
Astro Dog supplies a variety of useful Astronomy Equipment Australia Wide.
We will use this channel to show off some of our useful products and support our customers.
WWW.ASTRODOG.COM.AU
1300 278 763
Astro Dog supplies a variety of useful Astronomy Equipment Australia Wide.
We will use this channel to show off some of our useful products and support our customers.
TS Optics f/11 ED & APO / Kson Olympus f/12 Achro & ED APO, and new "Volcano Top" Orthoscopics!
We have a look at the differences between the TS-Optics and Kson's long focal length refractors.
TS-Optics have an ED and APO f/11 refractor
Kson have the f/12 Achro and f/12 ED/APO
How do they compare?
We also look at a very cool desiccant cap, an eyepiece case and a new Volcano Top Orthoscopic Eyepiece Line from Kson - with a super *suprise* for those who love classic telescopes!
TS-Optics have an ED and APO f/11 refractor
Kson have the f/12 Achro and f/12 ED/APO
How do they compare?
We also look at a very cool desiccant cap, an eyepiece case and a new Volcano Top Orthoscopic Eyepiece Line from Kson - with a super *suprise* for those who love classic telescopes!
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We set up the Kson AZ4 Mount with ultra portable Kson A102G F/6 (w/ 2" Fine Focuser.) (Package D)
Просмотров 28410 месяцев назад
This is one of the Package D options - Grab a super easy to set up AZ4, pop on a great, highly portable 102mm refractor. It's so easy! This is a great video to watch if you are wanting to know what's involved in setting up a telescope for observing, and want to see every step from unboxing to observing! All the parts referred to here are available at www.astrodog.com.au KSON AZ4 Mount - www.ast...
We set up the Kson EQ4 Equatorial Mount w/ Pier and mount the mighty "Olympus" Telescope! (Part 2)
Просмотров 39011 месяцев назад
We mount the mighty KSON "Olympus", a 102mm f/12 Achromat on the Kson EQ4 (Mk II). We also discuss things like scope balancing, and get it ready for observing. This is a great video to watch if you are wanting to know what's involved in setting up a telescope for observing, and want to see every step from unboxing to observing! All the parts referred to here are available at www.astrodog.com.au...
We set up the Kson EQ4 Equatorial Mount w/ Pier and mount the Kson "Olympus" Telescope! (Part 2)
Просмотров 22811 месяцев назад
We unbox and set up the Kson EQ4 with a Pier extension to mount some truly challenging long focal telescopes! In Part 2, we mount the mighty KSON "Olympus", a 102mm f/12 Achromat on the Kson EQ4 (Mk II). We also discuss things like scope balancing, and get it ready for observing. This is a great video to watch if you are wanting to know what's involved in setting up a telescope for observing, a...
When are 150mm Telescope rings not 150mm? We check out Kson and Saxon 150mm rings!
Просмотров 46Год назад
When are 150mm Telescope rings not 150mm? We check out Kson and Saxon 150mm rings!
Astro Dog Talks Telescope Mounts (Saxon / Skywatcher EQ3 vs. Kson AZ3 / EQ4) for Beginners
Просмотров 521Год назад
What sort of telescope mount should you get? An AZ or an EQ4? What's the problem with many department store telescope mounts? We explore and talk you through some decent, inexpensive mounts. www.astrodog.com.au
Astro Dog Review - We compare the Lynx Astro and Astro Force 9 pin cables
Просмотров 412 года назад
We compare the Astro Force and Lynx Astro cables. Lynx is made in the UK and the Astro Force cables in China. The Astro Force cables are about $20 cheaper. The Astro Force and Lynx range are available in a wide range of configurations, please see www.astrodog.com.au for details.
Astro Dog Review - How to loosen and tighten Kson Rings
Просмотров 342 года назад
We look at the right way to loosen and tighten the Kson Rings.
Astro Dog Review - We compare the Saxon / Skywatcher rings with Kson
Просмотров 1162 года назад
Saxon rings available at www.astrodog.com.au Kson Rings come in 63mm, 73mm, 80mm, 93mm, 102mm and 127mm sizes. This video explores some of the differences between the rings. Differences include thickness, finish, bolt system vs. tension system and the way the rings attach to the vixen plate itself. The saxon rings do not come with the vixen plate.
We fit some rings to a TAL-M to make it work on a standard mount!
Просмотров 492 года назад
We have a lovely TAL-M - problem? The mount was busted. Is it the end, or just a new start? We fit some Kson 106mm rings (in the video we call them 102 rings - sorry!) and give this great scope a new life.
Kson Ke'sil 150mm Skysweeper - Limited Production Run
Просмотров 4482 года назад
The Keʹsil is one of the largest air-spaced large-area achromatic refractors designed for large field observation with exceptionally high resolution bright images. - Objective Lens Diameter of 150mm - Genuine 150mm effective aperture. - Achromatic refractor lens configuration - Hand figured, fully multicoated lenses. Every lens cell is checked for collimation and artificial star tested for qual...
Astro Dog Review - Kson 1.25" / w" Dual Fit Eyepiece Zip Case
Просмотров 1442 года назад
We check out this nifty 1.25" and 2" a universal eyepiece case. Will this case handle our wonky collection of eyepieces?
Astro Dog Review - Kson A102G vs. Saxon (Synta) 1026 Telescope
Просмотров 7692 года назад
www.astrodog.com.au/product/kson_a102g_refractor_ota/ We review the Kson A102G with the Saxon 1026 Achromatic Telescope. How do they compare? More information at www.astrodog.com.au 1300 Astrodog Quick specs : 102mm Air Spaced Doublet Refractor 700mm focal length K9/QK3 Glass (Superior glass) Hand figured lens F/6.8 Limiting Magnitude : 12.5 Resolution : 1.14 Arcsec Dew shield : Yes, Metal Incl...
Astro Dog Review - Kson EQ4 Premium Medium Manual Mount vs. Saxon / Skywatcher EQ3 / Celestron CG4
Просмотров 9492 года назад
# For the latest review on the most recent edition of this mount, see here : ruclips.net/video/FoPMJK94AXo/видео.html We review the Kson EQ4 , and compare it to the faithful Saxon EQ3. How does it compare? We're impressed. Note that we both use the term 'Medium' and 'Heavy' mount. We would classify this as a Medium mount when it comes to weight - but competitors like to rate the Saxon EQ3 as a ...
Astro Dog Review - What vixen bar should I get?
Просмотров 662 года назад
Astro Dog Review - What vixen bar should I get?
Astro Dog Review - Telescope Counterweights Explained
Просмотров 1112 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Telescope Counterweights Explained
Astro Dog Review - We check out the Kson tracker mount, the 80mm x 400mm f/5 and eyepieces.
Просмотров 3382 года назад
Astro Dog Review - We check out the Kson tracker mount, the 80mm x 400mm f/5 and eyepieces.
Astro Dog Review - Kson f/6.6 90mm / 600mm refractor OTA
Просмотров 5802 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Kson f/6.6 90mm / 600mm refractor OTA
Astro Dog Review - Kson 8x50 speciality Astrometric Finder / Guide Scope
Просмотров 1672 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Kson 8x50 speciality Astrometric Finder / Guide Scope
Astro Dog Review - Masuyama Eyepieces - Long Refractor Delights
Просмотров 4072 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Masuyama Eyepieces - Long Refractor Delights
Astro Dog Review - Fujiyama Orthoscopic Eyepieces
Просмотров 7432 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Fujiyama Orthoscopic Eyepieces
Astro Dog Review - How to fit a Bahtinov Mask to your Telescope
Просмотров 2612 года назад
Astro Dog Review - How to fit a Bahtinov Mask to your Telescope
Astro Dog Review - Ultimate Astronomy Night Vision Headlamp AAA
Просмотров 4002 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Ultimate Astronomy Night Vision Headlamp AAA
Astro Dog Review - Saxon 804 80mm x 400mm refractor vs. Kson 80mm x 400mm OTA
Просмотров 7702 года назад
Astro Dog Review - Saxon 804 80mm x 400mm refractor vs. Kson 80mm x 400mm OTA
Re declination circle. My previous comments are based on conventionally enumerated setting circle that is static at 90 deg when pointing at either celestial pole. Given this Eq4 has two readily accessible set screws on the declination circle, perhaps it is nonstatic in its protocol. I have yet to think this through!
Well made Mount. Only one hiccup. The declination markings should ascend from 0 deg to 90 deg in both left and right directions. The Kson Eq4 mount has only one 0 reading (not the traditional two 0 readings for the celestial equator) and numbers ascend only to the right. This necessitates -- depending on your + (north) or - (south ) latitude --- a correct declination reading in one direction but requires a comparable reading in the equivalent direction to be arrived at by subtracting that which the mount points to from 90. Not a difficult task for 2nd grade arithmetic. Excepting this quirk, an enjoyable and accurate telescope mount.
Just wondering if you have a polar scope available or if it’s compatible with other polar scopes
We are introducing a 90mm f/10 scope with a 50mm aperture cap that would do rather well as a solar (though the Olympus range comes with an 80mm cap). No ED glass is needed for solar work. If you mean equatorial mounts, they can be purchased by themselves and they all have a pier option. The Kson EQ range also come with three padded nylon handy bags to keep the Mount, counterweights and tripod secure. Hope that helps, reach out to us over email or call if you need more info.
That should have read I will never sell the 150mm F/15. Sorry for the typo.
A 150mm f/15 is a treasure - and almost irreplaceable. Your right!
Great video. For visual astronomy the classic long focus Refractor does very well indeed. I have a custom built 150mm. F/15 achromatic refractor. I will never sell it. On the Moon and planets along with double stars. The views are simply awesome. At only 150mm of clear aperture the scope is not fighting the seeing on any given night. I also have a 102mm F/13.2 refractor. Then my 204mm F/9 refractor. they are all Achromatic in lens design. So I offer a well done Sir on offering a long focus 102mm instrument.
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Beautiful long refractors. Must be fantastic for solar imaging as well!
Actually, my understanding is for Solar, you can just get an achro - it makes no difference. A lot of solar imagers have enjoyed the A102G's, metal build, and inexpensive - pick the f/ratio you want, f/6,7 or 9 - all the same price, with the f/12 Olympus being another great option. :)
Wow that's certainly a beast of an APO not sure if I've used anything at that F ratio before.
Sorry for the audio volume. AUD$129 was the preorder special price, they are now $139 and will go back up to $149 August or September. There are limited quantities of these available, with a lot more on the way.
Thanks for posting this video. Very informative.
Is it good for viewing galaxies and nebulas ?
It's ideal for wide field observing of deep sky objects, and you also have the possibility of low powered, extremely wide fields of view. There's nothing quite like it. With the amount of light entering however, you wouldn't want to use this particular scope for high magnification views. The Ke'sil comes in three variants depending on what you want to do, the V ("visual" which comes with a lot of excellent visual accessories that make the most of it's strengths), the O (OTA - just the scope, good if you already have a heap of accessories) and the AP, or Astrophotography version which comes with a corrector / flattener. It's a hefty scope (9kg), so you should have an EQ5/AZ5 or similar at least. The Kson EQ4 can take it (just) for visual.
Please make a video on attaching the RA motor drive with this mount...
I have kson 120/700 model.
Slow motion controller are too bad , not sure if its some defect with my piece or its really bad. Its hard and doesn't go much far
Hey, loosen the mount knobs so that you can make major movements to find targets. The slow motion controllers are purely for tracking. With this design, you need to "rewind" them after tracking for a while. Did you buy the unit from us? Regardless, I'll give you a hand - email me and I'll get new, smooth tracker controllers you can replace for free. :D We'll look after you.
very nice. will you be showing the motorised mount soon? I am very interested in it as a first tracking mount for myself
Interesting video. Actually a 102 mm lens allows 62% more light that the 80 mm one.
Looks like a couple of good little starter scopes. Curious why Saxon would not put a vixen plate on.
Nice set of equipment.
how do i mount it to a telescope, do i need a dovetail, if so what size? what is the max payload of the mount? thanks
This particular mount is very Universal - so you can just slide in a vixen style plate and it will work. A lot of scopes natively have some sort of vixen mounting. If not, you can measure the outer diameter of your scope and get rings, which are connected with a plate.
Looks good
8:36 - Obviously, you CAN point the mount roughly at the SCP before levelling the mount - I was not going to observe from that location, but you can simply rotate the Pier to SCP after.
Interesting comments about the boxes being similar to Televue, Fact is, i believe Televue oculars are also made in Japan. I know the deLites are.
How they work on planets?
Orthos are considered exceptional for planetary. The Ksons (LE, 1st Gen) are particularly good as they have a ridiculously sharp center field, while the Fujiyamas are sharp over the whole field. The 9mm Fujiyama is one of my favourite general purpose eyepieces and does well at everything that doesn't require wide field of views (e.g. planets!)
@@TelescopeShop thank you!i'll buy several
hi, i am looking getting this Kson A102G telescope, can you put in canon EOS R for photos on the stars??? Good video have you got them in stock???
Yes, you can attach an Canon DSLR by attaching a t2 adaptor to the camera. If you are looking for long exposures, add a HEQ5 or EQ5 Pro (a bit lighter). They are in stock and now come with a bonus travel bag also, but also consider a SV 503 ED (www.astrodog.com.au/product/svbony-102mm-f-7-ed-refractor-ota-with-2-focuser-rings/) if you are serious about your AP for just a bit more. :) Call us for advice anytime.
@@TelescopeShop ok thank you so much for your quickly response, i am a beginner and like to start with a 102g and go from there, do you have photos of the stars and milky way on this scope???, i do have a AZ-GTi tracker and this scope will be perfect weight. the payload is 5kg. the svbony (LOOKED GOOD) is out of my budget and too heavy at this stage
Love the Very clean fit. Bolts on the outside just seems messy
Interesting, never noticed the similarity between the boxes of Televue and Fujiyama.
Hey i just want to ask that is this mask also works on refractor telescope?
Yes, the mask works with refractors, Dobsonians, Maksutov Cassegrains and Schmidt-Cassegrains. In focus, it forms a very distinct pattern that tells you it's right. You need to use it on a bright star.
@@TelescopeShop so can u just tell me which pattern is best for refractor telescope plz
@@vedantbokale8537 standard pattern is fine. 👌
Which one is better this one or the 18 mm classic ortho's plossl? ( made in China) For my alpha H solar telescope ( €109 vs €75 ) thanks!
Well, there are three parts to your question - let's do them a bit at a time., We sell both of them, and they both have advantages. (1) Let's start with the Baader one. It has an odd field of view, 53 degrees. Now, Ortho's can't be any more, so how is this possible? Basically, the outer field is unusable - but it does allow you to more easily find a target. I think that's nice, but it can make the Baader's look bad as the view isn't sharp to the edge, which can annoy some people. (2) Fujiyama's have a wider range of focal lengths available, from 4mm to 25mm, there are 9 sizes. They are also physically smaller. My opinion is that the Fujiyama's are a little sharper and more contrasty and they are Made in Japan. The last bit is about Solar use. I am not a solar observer, so I can't make specific recommendations. One thing I will say is that you may have missed another contender, the Meade CE18 Solar eyepiece. International Buyers - www.ebay.com.au/itm/313981336702 Australian Buyers - www.astrodog.com.au/product/meade-cemax-series-eyepiece-1-25%E2%80%B3-plossl-4-element-part-ce18/ This one is specifically designed for Ha wavelengths. General Notice - Never look at the sun without a full aperture, approved safety film in place that is inspected each time before use.
@@TelescopeShop thanks. It's the 18 mm fujiyama or the 18 cemax meade. I think the Fujiyama is slightly better build, while the cemax has its plossl design which I am more familiar with. It's gonne be a tough one!
Great video! I bought the same mount (kson eq4) and I gotta say it's pretty amazing for the price. Also, when will kson release the motor drive for this?
The redesign for the electronics and program for this motor driver are underway and the mechanism is complete. It will use USB Type-C socket, 5V DC rechargeable power bank can be used with it - so you can use a standard mobile phone bank - which will be very cool indeed. Stay tuned.
@@TelescopeShop That’s awesome! Can’t wait for that
Nice Work
See the latest version of this mount here: ruclips.net/video/FoPMJK94AXo/видео.html
Hi, is it possible to motorize this mount?
Yes, motor drives will be available with the next batch. Kson are aiming to make them powered by mobile phone portable "recharging units" which will be super cool and much easier than lugging along a pack of heavy batteries. Pier is also available now.
Can you please advise if this one is better than the Kson F/5, unsure which ones better.
If you are going to do visual work - absolutely. The extra focal length (f/6.6 vs f/5 means that eyepieces will work better, it becomes easier to focus and you get less chromatic aberration on top. The f/6.6 version will be back in stock by the end of the month (import going well) and will come natively with a better focuser that allows fine focus.
@@TelescopeShop thank you
@@TelescopeShop sorry I did not understand what you meant by visual work. Basically I want to decide on one of the two based on one that has better magnification and clarity.
@@rajivgoes6 Some people want to put a camera on them - not actually look through them. Visual work means you are observing, perhaps sketching etc.. Magnification requires light. A 90mm refractor allows in significantly more light than a 80mm, a 102mm more again (e.g. A102G). Magnification is both a function of the scope (a longer scope offers more "native" magnification, and the eyepiece (e.g. a 7mm Eyepiece will bring you "closer" to the target than a 25mm eyepiece). It's not that simple however - even if you have a magnificent scope and a wonderful eyepiece, if you put it on an awful mount (and trust me - many don't pay attention to this) it will wobble all over the place and make what should be wonderful, unwatchable. We recommend pairing scopes with mounts correctly. Rough Guide: Something like a A102G deserves a Kson EQ4 or Kson AZ4. Use a az4 or az5 for a 90mm. A az3 is okay for a 80mm. Clarity is really a function of sufficient light (the less light and the more you "close in" on an object, the dimmer and more fuzzy it will be). Clarity is also affected by sky conditions such as "seeing" and "transparency". Some people have a wonderful scope and equipment but look up in poor skies - mistaking the situation as having a poor scope. The other aspect of clarity is glass quality. The A102G and the f/6.6 have better and rarer earth glass compared to the f/5.
@@TelescopeShop thanks for the detailed clarification. I know which one to pick. Will be in touch soon.
Very helpful video, where can I buy a Kson in Australia?
Astrodog have these exclusively, see www.astrodog.com.au. New version will be available this week, and includes a travel case also
I bought a Baader 6mm Orthoscopic eyepiece wanting a brighter view in my 150mm Newtonian over my 6mm UWA Starguider made in Taiwan, but surprisingly good. I had my telescope optics re-aluminized to 96-97% reflectivity and my mirror was refigured to remove a minor anomaly and when finished I had near perfect optics to make a long story short. So I look through the Baader expecting a brighter view, but it was dimmer, considerably. The Baader is of a Zeiss construction and not a true Ortho was how I had it explained to me. I have no idea what that means, but wasn't happy that a cheap ep beat out a more expensive one.
Is the Saxon telescope the same as the Orion Short Tube 80
From the specifications, they are both f/5 80mm scopes. Both the Saxon and Skywatcher are basically the same, Saxon being the Australian branded version with support via Melbourne. I can't comment on where Orion scopes are made as I just don't know. 👍
@@TelescopeShop OK, Thanks for the reply.
A GOOD ORTHO IS THE KING OF EYEPIECES.
Is this available in the US?
Yes, no problem, we send them to USA all the time. USA customers best option is eBay - www.ebay.com.au/itm/313687973828?mkevt=1&mkcid=16&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0 Australia customers can buy direct at www.astrodog.com.au :)
What's the diameter of the back focuser? Do you have any couplers to attach a T ring with?
It's a 1.25" focuser (ID) - so if you wanted to attach it to a camera, grab a 1.25" t2 adaptor suitable for your camera. The Kson has the compression ring, the Saxon has the screws.
Counter-boring the existing holes on my dovetail bar was a GREAT idea! I did it yesterday morning and got great photos yesterday night.
Good video
All you need. Perfect!
Does this instrument have enough focus-travel to allow a full-frame DSLR to achieve focus? (55 mm from the front of the T-ring to the sensor)
We don't have the adaptor to test a DSLR as we usually use 2" dslr adaptors to go into a 2" focuser. I have extended the draw tube out to 125mm without an issue however. So, I would think there is sufficient back focus if that is what you looking for. Infocus as usual, is what it is. Marcel
You might be able to use a T thread extention tube if it can't. Looks like this could work. I've been really curious to try it for Astrophotography too.
Can I use this as a guide scope? How heavy us it?
@Ad Astro Mmmm, I'd use the little brother of this unit for that. www.astrodog.com.au/product/kson-f-5-refractor-400mm-x-80mm-ota/ This one is not very heavy, but probably more than is needed for a guider and keeping weight down as low as possible is advisable. There is a ring version which is a good deal also.