Bluegrass Astro
Bluegrass Astro
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Skywatcher Wave150i Review
Skywatcher Wave 150i Strain Wave Mount Initial Review
00:00 - Into
00:36 - Unbox and Overview
06:15 - Equipment Setup
08:26 - Polar Alignment
08:45 - PHD Calibration
09:40 - First Light
10:45 - Final Thoughts
11:18 - Image Reveal
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Music:
"White Lotus" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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RUclips Music Library
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Видео

NINA Advanced Sequencer Templates
Просмотров 1673 месяца назад
N.I.N.A Sequence Templates for Advanced Sequencer using various plug-ins. 00:00 - Intro 00:38 -NINA/Template Overview 03:51 - Startup Sequence 04:02 - Plugins 09:52 - RGB Sequence 20:26 - Sequence End 21:48 - NB Sequence 28:08 - Filter Offsets 30:01 - Trained Flats 32:20 - Conclusion Patriot Astro's RUclips Channel: www.youtube.com/@PatriotAstro My Templates: bit.ly/3NA6VhC Astrobin: www.astrob...
Filter Upgrade Part 2 - Upgrading Filters and ASI 2600MM Pro
Просмотров 1283 месяца назад
Part 2 of upgrading my filter wheel, 2" Antlia Narrow Band Filters and to the ASI 2600MM Pro Camera 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Install/Replace Filters 11:12 - First Focus 13:46 - Offset Calculations 14:39 - Accept Offsets 15:14 - First Light 15:53 - Final Image N.I.N.A.: nighttime-imaging.eu ZWO: www.zwoastro.com Antlia Astronomy Filters: www.antliafilter.com Astrobin: www.astrobin.com/users/sfboone...
Deep Sky Dad Flat Panel and N.I.N.A.
Просмотров 5914 месяца назад
Unboxing, installation and demo of the Deep Sky Dad flat panel. Also a demonstration of use and automation within N.I.N.A. Deep Sky Dad shop.deepskydad.com/ Astrobin: www.astrobin.com/users/sfboone61/ Website: www.bluegrassastro.com Instagram: bluegrass_astro Tiktok: tictok.com/@bluegrassastro
Filter Upgrade - Phase 1
Просмотров 548 месяцев назад
Beginning the journey to upgrade from my current ASI294MM camera to a IMX571-based camera. We start by upgrading my filter wheel and LRGB filters to 2 inch while still utilizing my existing 3nm 1.25 inch SHO filters. Agena Astro Links (Non Affiliate) Antlia 3nm Narrowband 1.25": bit.ly/4bhMsIQ Antlia LRGB 2": bit.ly/3JRhBGS Filter Wheel: bit.ly/3yfOZoc Filter Adapter: bit.ly/3JUW0NH Astrobin: w...
ROR Roof Upgrade
Просмотров 1618 месяцев назад
Upgrading the automation of my ROR roof to resolve some issues. Sky Shed ROR skyshed.com/ ALEKO Automatic Sliding Gate Opener w/Accessories Kit | Electric Driveway Gate Opener | Chain Operated Remote Control AC Motor| Security Gate Opener AC2700 |(AC2700ACC) a.co/d/aSY0QTX Seco-Larm SM-4601-L3Q Industrial Wide-Gap Magnetic Contact Switches, 3" Operation Gap NO/NC www.amazon.com/dp/B01GJ82QE4?re...
2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Просмотров 649 месяцев назад
The 2024 Total Solar Eclipse from Seymour, Indiana. #astrophotography #solareclipse #skywatcher #solarquest #totality Astrobin: www.astrobin.com/users/sfboone61/ Website: www.bluegrassastro.com Instagram: bluegrass_astro Tiktoc: tictok.com/@bluegrassastro "Garden Music" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License creativecommons.org...
2023 Year in Review
Просмотров 22Год назад
2023 Year in Review
Narrowband Workflow
Просмотров 857Год назад
Narrowband Workflow
Star Adventurer GTi Saddle Upgrade
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Год назад
Star Adventurer GTi Saddle Upgrade
Finding Lesser Known Targets in N.I.N.A.
Просмотров 2332 года назад
Finding Lesser Known Targets in N.I.N.A.
SPCC Helpful Hint
Просмотров 5622 года назад
SPCC Helpful Hint
DSO Catalogs
Просмотров 2392 года назад
DSO Catalogs
Typical Imaging Session
Просмотров 5132 года назад
Typical Imaging Session
ROR Observatory Tour
Просмотров 3 тыс.2 года назад
ROR Observatory Tour
StarAdventurer GTi Portable Setup
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.2 года назад
StarAdventurer GTi Portable Setup
Skywatcher StarAdventurer GTi Unboxing
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.2 года назад
Skywatcher StarAdventurer GTi Unboxing
Observatory Build
Просмотров 12 тыс.2 года назад
Observatory Build
Imaging Timelapse 062422
Просмотров 1202 года назад
Imaging Timelapse 062422
C/2017 K2 Panstarrs
Просмотров 682 года назад
C/2017 K2 Panstarrs

Комментарии

  • @AlexN-Astro
    @AlexN-Astro 12 дней назад

    I didnt realise hocus focus could calculate the filter offsets for you... ive been doing that manually!

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 12 дней назад

      The offset calculator is a plug-in. It is fantastic!

  • @victorbeer9515
    @victorbeer9515 13 дней назад

    Just completed your video and took copious notes. Being new to Narrow Band Imaging I did a search on tutorials and tabbed about 10 separate videos including the channels you mentioned. It is obvious that you have spent a good amount of time viewing and incorporating the information from different sources into a very complete and concise workflow. I would like to complement you on the presentation which was easy to follow and will plan on starting my first image captured with my Takahashi FSQ-106, ZWO 1600mm and Antlia LRGBSHO filters. It will be interesting to see an updated workflow with the recent pixinsight 1.9 update. I think it will be similar with some adjustments for the new Processes. What is your take?

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 13 дней назад

      Thank you for your kind words. If my experience and failures can help some one else, that's a very good thing. I haven't updated PI to 1.9 as of yet. As a former IT professional, I learned a long time ago to wait for new releases/updates to settle out before taking the plunge. I'll most likely make an updated video later this spring. Clear skies!

  • @rj_astro
    @rj_astro 2 месяца назад

    I may have to modify my ROR based on your design. Curious, how long of a chain did you get, based on your shed size and where did you purchase the chain from? I am hoping my Aleko motor will allow my to remove the train 'head' and replace it with one that I can attach a chain too. Did a quick search and cannot seem to find the 'gear' heads for the chains. Do you have a link for those???

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      So far this design has worked very well. I did have to get an additional 20 feet of chain and some chain splice links. I got these from Amazon, and they were reasonably priced. I also looked for just the 'gear heads' for the motor and was unsuccessful. I ended up just getting an entirely new unit. After it came in and comparing the two, it does look as if the 'sprocket' for the rail-type and the gear for the chain are interchangeable on the drive, if you could find a source. Hope this helps.

  • @mtnphot
    @mtnphot 2 месяца назад

    my question is with the usb and power connections running through the mount, why do you have so much stuff on top of the scope. makes sense if you don't have connections through the mount but not the way it is now. Just because the mount can handle the weight, it doesn't need to hold it all. By the way, with a usb connection on the mount, an eqdirect cable is unneccesary.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      I'm not using an EQ Direct cable, I'm using a USB connection for the mount. The only device on the top that could be moved down would be the mini PC. That would require another power connection below the mount instead of using the Pocket Power Box. I don't see the purpose in that. Maybe I'm misunderstanding your comment.

    • @mtnphot
      @mtnphot 2 месяца назад

      @@bluegrassastro All that stuff on top of your scope does not need to be there. You have feed through power and feed through usb. Why add weight to a mount when you don't need to especially at the top where it affects balance. Your PC and power bank can be on the mount tripod just as well where it does not affect the mount capacity and balance.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      @@mtnphot That defeats the purpose of the through-the-mount cabling. I would then have to have three usb cables (main camera, guide camera, and focuser), and two dew heater cables all running to the top of the mount. This substantially increases the possible of cable snag. The mini pc and power box and extremely light weight and have a negligible impact on the balance. This is the sole purpose of the through-the-mount cable design.

  • @siegfriednoet
    @siegfriednoet 2 месяца назад

    Very nice review, that Wave 150 mount looks really interesting. But I wonder why nobody on the internet does a real test with heavy payloads on these strainwave mounts. That being said, I would never trust that tripod ...

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      Thanks. The tripod is the problem for more weight. When the adapter for the EQ6-R tripod comes out in January, I'll test with a large refractor and a SCT. Not willing to chance it with the CF tripod.

    • @siegfriednoet
      @siegfriednoet 2 месяца назад

      @@bluegrassastro Thanks, looking forward to you review with larger payload.

    • @eugennaiman1195
      @eugennaiman1195 Месяц назад

      The tripod is an absolute joke, too small, looking cheap, overpriced and the legs do not spread enough; ZWO tripod looks like a luxury item in comparison. There were some good design ideas and some bad ones as well; SkyWatcher really needs to step-up.

  • @landi05
    @landi05 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for the Review and Unboxing, one of the best reviews yet of the Wave 150i in my opinion

  • @bageldad
    @bageldad 2 месяца назад

    Omg the audio sounds like Apollo….did you record this on a reel to reel? Lol

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      LOL you are Sooo right. This was an early video and I was using on-camera microphone. I've since upgraded equipment and hopefully you'll find my later video's audio much better!

  • @bluegrassastro
    @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

    I have posted a screen shot of the PHD graph in the community tab.

  • @annikasoraya4322
    @annikasoraya4322 2 месяца назад

    Weldone mate!

  • @KJRitch
    @KJRitch 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for taking a chance on this new mount. I’m surprised the typical influencers haven’t been given mounts to throughly review yet. Low carbon, what nonsense. Looks like once you adjust the altitude you can’t put the mount back in the case. I have to set up and tear down every session and would need to put the mount back in the case. Guess you have to cut the foam. Looks like guiding worked out great. How did your orthogonal graph come out in PHD2, right angle? Did the Guiding Assistant show any backlash in the pyramid graph?

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      You are very welcome. Yes, you have to move the altitude back in order to place it back into the case. Another slight issue, if you use their pier extension, it requires tools (allen wrench) to remove three screws in order to remove. If you are going to be placing it back into the case each time, this is sort of a pain. I have posted a screen shot of the PHD graph in the community tab. There was almost zero backlash and the graph was a perfect right angle. I've had clouds since my first night, but hope to get it back our early next week for some more star time.

  • @HeavenlyBackyardAstronomy
    @HeavenlyBackyardAstronomy 2 месяца назад

    I've been looking at this mount to replace my Celestron CGX mount (which is showing its age) and host the big Celestron 11" Edge scope. I am impressed with its statistics, and seeing it functioning in the field shows that those stats are very real. One of the reasons I prefer investing in this mount vs. the AM5N is the issue of being able to balance in the declination axis. I understand your mount has a clutch for this axis; is that correct? BTW, I went to Murray State University many, many years ago and now live in Savannah, GA. Clear skies - Patrick -

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 2 месяца назад

      Pat, Love your channel. I went to your rival school, also a long time ago, Western Ky Univ. The releases are not actually clutches, but rather locking pins. You remove them and the axis can move freely for a limited amount. It would certainly allow you to balance in either axis. Clear skies.

    • @JonnyBravo0311
      @JonnyBravo0311 2 месяца назад

      The 11" EdgeHD is not a scope I'd be comfortable strapping to a 150i or AM5N. Assuming your imaging camera is one of the modern 3.76 micron pixel sensors, even with a 0.7x reducer, you're at an image scale of 0.4"/px. No way these small strain wave gear mounts are going to track/guide well enough to support that scale.

    • @HeavenlyBackyardAstronomy
      @HeavenlyBackyardAstronomy 2 месяца назад

      @@JonnyBravo0311 Good to know. Thank you, Johnny

    • @lcmattern
      @lcmattern 2 месяца назад

      ​@JonnyBravo0311 I would say it depends. The reason I say this, is people have had great success with 8" edge hd on the old am5. In addition, assuming you have paid for it, blur exterminator does a fantastic job correcting misshapen stars. I am on the trial and blown away what it does with my images from a 6"sct taken on a star adventure gti. (Yes i am at 15lbs payload on a mout rated for 11lbs)

    • @siegfriednoet
      @siegfriednoet 2 месяца назад

      @@lcmattern If you have to rely on software to have round stars than I guess there is something wrong in your setup ....

  • @Chris_NGC6188Ara
    @Chris_NGC6188Ara 3 месяца назад

    Great vid, thanks. Maybe concider using a different color scheme. RUclips compression washes out the black fonts with the white background. Clr Skies.

  • @davidshelly5167
    @davidshelly5167 3 месяца назад

    I love Kentucky, it was a beautiful place and the people there were very nice loved it loved it loved it

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 3 месяца назад

      Thanks. It's a wonderful place indeed.

  • @larrychristianson2244
    @larrychristianson2244 3 месяца назад

    It was an amazing experience. Thanks for sharing your experience

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 3 месяца назад

      Thanks. Words really can't describe it!

  • @larrychristianson2244
    @larrychristianson2244 3 месяца назад

    Well done!

  • @patrickstevenson8305
    @patrickstevenson8305 3 месяца назад

    This was a quick response from me whining on your last video that you didn't show your roll-off method. Thanks for the fast response. I was staying away from the chain method because I didn't want a sagging chain making the mechanism both unsafe and unsightly. You solved both problems by running your chain horizontally instead of the common vertical configuration. I really like it and will, with your blessings, incorporate this in my new 8x10 building!

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 3 месяца назад

      By all means, feel free to use this idea. The issues you mentioned are the exact reasons that I didn't go with the chain drive in the first place. However, the rail solution caused other issues as I outlined in my video. I went through several scenarios before I settled on the horizontal solution. It has worked out fantastic so far. Good luck on your build!

  • @patrickstevenson8305
    @patrickstevenson8305 4 месяца назад

    Building a small observatory is not much different than a garden shed except for one major difference. The method used to make the roof a roll-off. This is a nice video but would have been totally complete if you had included the roll-off mechanism.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 4 месяца назад

      I have another video that shows the mechanism and upgrade. If you have questions, let me know. ruclips.net/video/YeHWzAaH4Dc/видео.html

  • @paulwilson8367
    @paulwilson8367 4 месяца назад

    How does the Deep Sky Dad panel show up in the flat panel equipment folder? I don't see a DSD choice there. What should it say?

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 4 месяца назад

      Once you install the ascom drivers and connect the flat panel, it should show up in the drop down equipment list. I've posted a screenshot in the community tab.

  • @paulwilson8367
    @paulwilson8367 4 месяца назад

    Thanks. I have the bigger flat panel for a 6 inch Newtonian. Unfortunately, like you, it blocked my guide scope. I can't mount it to the side like you did because it will throw off balance and DSD says it has to be mounted straight up. I would have to go with an OAG, which is a PIA. Oh well, my scope is going to a remote hosting site and they won't let me keep the flat panel mounted because as the panel opens and closes, the "swing diameter" of the rig exceeds the limit. They pack in the scopes and you can't hit anyone's rig. So they will have to come stick it on there every time I need to take calibration frames (which can't be every day, they won't do it, I will have to reuse flats/dark flats/darks, too bad). You figured a lot of data in there for your filters. I must learn that, I have just let NINA tell me that my light is too bright or too dim and then adjust the brightness. Your way obviously better.

  • @petesastrophotography
    @petesastrophotography 4 месяца назад

    Nice. I have DSD flatpanels on my Stellamira Apo's, great bit of kit.

  • @rocketeer3667
    @rocketeer3667 4 месяца назад

    The sun? Yeah, it's got a flare for thst kind of thing! 🌞

  • @sepheppi
    @sepheppi 4 месяца назад

    So magnificent. To put it in perspective, you could fit 1,000 planet Earths inside of those ‘clouds’ involved with the prominence.

  • @davidaaaa4611
    @davidaaaa4611 6 месяцев назад

    24 years ago I bought a Lowe's storage building about the same size of your building. I installed it on bricks and left the top off. I still have the building. It was great for keeping from seeing street lights etc. It sure worked good. But of course yours is much better. But Mine got the job done. 🙂

  • @davidaaaa4611
    @davidaaaa4611 6 месяцев назад

    About 24 years ago I bought a Lowes storage building that you put together. I put down bricks and set it on top of the bricks and left the roof off. It was a great place to view with my telescope and not have lights messing up my views. I still have it.

  • @rogersliva4120
    @rogersliva4120 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the video. Can you still manually open and close the roof if needed (i.e. power outage)? btw - I'm doing astrophotography near Somerset, KY and getting a ROR is my next project so I'm getting as much info as possible.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 8 месяцев назад

      Yes, there is a mechanical release on the motor that allows it to free-wheel. You will love a ROR! I have some earlier videos of my construction process and an early tour. If you have any questions, I'll be glad to help in any way that I can.

  • @DeereX748
    @DeereX748 9 месяцев назад

    Any particular reason for the orientation of the building (doorway facing North)? I would have oriented the area the roof rolls to as North, mainly because I don't go "below" Polaris in that direction, most of my good sky is from E to WSW. I wish I'd built something like this many years ago. Too old to start now, and light pollution has reduced what I can see where I am now.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 9 месяцев назад

      Light pollution is getting us all! And we're never too old! I'm 62!!! As for the orientation, I have ridge with a line of tall trees directly to the west. It is my most occluded direction, so it made sense to have the roof roll in that direction. The roof has the least amount of interference in that direction for me.

  • @debwyatt3906
    @debwyatt3906 9 месяцев назад

    Wow! Thank you for sharing!

  • @JuggerKY
    @JuggerKY 9 месяцев назад

    That's awesome

  • @AZ4RunnersRealm
    @AZ4RunnersRealm 9 месяцев назад

    Absolutely Awesome!!

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 9 месяцев назад

      Thanks. It was an amazing experience!

  • @archiematney1645
    @archiematney1645 10 месяцев назад

    Look forward to watching your new video ( Venice is a good drive from my location, I live in brooksville mid state in Fla.its a small town with Bortle4 sky's but don't know how long that will remane, I'm from Virgina my wife is from Paintsville KY and my best friend lives in Russell Springs KY look forward to haveing conversations about your videos and your techniques in Astrophtotogry god bless hopefully your Astronomer pin pal Archie.

  • @archiematney1645
    @archiematney1645 10 месяцев назад

    Great video I'm starting to get up in my years now turning 65 this year purchased the plans from sky shed your video shows the roll off observatory better than anyone else on RUclips so tired of setting up my C8 on a Celestron Avx mount with all the accessories that I use to visually and take Astrophtotogry keep up the great work you have been doing I look forward to seeing more videos from you down in brooksville fla were I live 10:25

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro 10 месяцев назад

      Thanks for the comment. We are in the same boat, I'm 63. I automated the roof after that video, but did not like the way that it functioned. I am in the process of upgrading that system and should have a video up in a few days covering that process. (Also, I lived in Venice, Fla for 8 years - a long time ago!)

  • @privateassman8839
    @privateassman8839 10 месяцев назад

    I don't know anything about telescopes or even if that is one, but that is so goddamn cool!

  • @Reader3282
    @Reader3282 10 месяцев назад

    Мечты сбываются!

  • @Thommy78
    @Thommy78 Год назад

    Thx for sharing, looks a bit harsh at the end, but I understand it was for only for showing the workflow. I would love to see this image as a final one.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro Год назад

      I'm traveling right now but will upload when I get home.

  • @UraTowel2012
    @UraTowel2012 Год назад

    How did you collect this? What scope?

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro Год назад

      It's an Orion 8" newtonian with 2.5x telemate. Zwo asi462mc camera and skywatcher eq6-r pro.. I use sharpcap, autostakkert, registax and photoshop.

    • @UraTowel2012
      @UraTowel2012 Год назад

      Good catch, friend! @@bluegrassastro

  • @deepskysanctuary
    @deepskysanctuary Год назад

    Thank you for this video! Very helpful to see what the size is like.

  • @diverguy2583
    @diverguy2583 Год назад

    I really want to build a small observatory for astrophotography in my front field. this looks awesome.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro Год назад

      I've had it a little over a year. It is a true game changer. Well worth the effort and expense.

    • @diverguy2583
      @diverguy2583 Год назад

      I managed to get a somewhat muted picture of Andromeda last night before the mosquitos drove me back, unfortunately the light pollution around Bowling Green is a but much so it's a little washed out.

  • @jtepsr
    @jtepsr Год назад

    too expensive for most people

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro Год назад

      It is higher than a standard star tracker, but the goto capability is a game changer.

  • @biggsmpbiggs4045
    @biggsmpbiggs4045 Год назад

    Thanks for showing us the comparison.

  • @biggsmpbiggs4045
    @biggsmpbiggs4045 Год назад

    Oh Dang.

  • @biggsmpbiggs4045
    @biggsmpbiggs4045 Год назад

    Oh Dang, I feel for you! Clear skies

  • @billkonkel6325
    @billkonkel6325 Год назад

    What size are the hex bolts holding in the original GTi saddle?

  • @woody5109
    @woody5109 Год назад

    Lip smacking good 😂

  • @AstroCrescent
    @AstroCrescent Год назад

    Nice upgrade!! I have one of these ADM brackets and I will try it on my Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi mount. Thanks for sharing!

  • @AZ4RunnersRealm
    @AZ4RunnersRealm Год назад

    looks like a great little OBS!! CS

  • @kikismith3744
    @kikismith3744 Год назад

    Beautiful!!!!

  • @dumpydalekobservatory
    @dumpydalekobservatory Год назад

    I feel your pain when things go wrong during an imaging session but the resulting images you have turned out great so all good in the end, gained another sub clear skies!!

  • @johnreilly8672
    @johnreilly8672 Год назад

    Man that's a lot of spaghetti there guy.

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro Год назад

      Yes..yes it was. That was out of the box first setup. Believe me much better now!

  • @reidchandler6486
    @reidchandler6486 Год назад

    Very nice little build! i'm hoping to put my pier in this year once the ground thaws. that will be likely my start the rest may have to wait a year ish. i'll be happy to have that as a start! well done!

    • @bluegrassastro
      @bluegrassastro Год назад

      It really is a game changer. Good luck!

    • @reidchandler6486
      @reidchandler6486 Год назад

      @@bluegrassastro Thank you! Certainly looking forward to it being done. I've left my rig out for months before covered. Not having to polar aligning every time, simply go out and power on, come back in and set the playlist and target for the night really is the best way.

  • @douglasfrazier4495
    @douglasfrazier4495 2 года назад

    Awesome