Unveiling the ZWO AM5: The Ultimate Setup!

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  • Опубликовано: 4 ноя 2024

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  • @jonathanpearceff
    @jonathanpearceff Год назад +1

    I got an AM5 back in august, and it is brilliant. I connect the mount to the asi via wifi, so it gets rid of another cable, and I power my asi from the mount. I use a redcat51 and 533MC Pro, and guiding is always around the 0.47” mark and the only reason it creeps up is when the high clouds roll in.

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      I didn’t realise you can connect the ASIAIR to the AM5 using Wi-Fi. Do you need the hand controller connected though?

  • @aw7425
    @aw7425 Год назад +2

    Awesome video, if you haven’t already, don’t forget to upgrade your mount and HC software on the AM5 separate ZWO software program which is different from the ASIAIR software program. You can also double check your home position there too. Clear skies to all

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      I had a quick look at this and fortunately it’s all up to date. I’ve not found anything yet on how to calibrate the home position similar to the spirit level approach used for traditional mounts.

  • @gorkemkoz
    @gorkemkoz Год назад

    Great video, Thank you! I am also newly an AM5 owner and used it with my 6" newtonian just a few times. I don't see many people who use it with similar setups, but you. That's why your thoughts and experiences were very important for me, thanks for the videos. Btw, I believe that you didn't mention about the periodic error of your mount. Can you tell what the max and min periodic errors are? Clear skies!

  • @cherylwilcox9648
    @cherylwilcox9648 Год назад

    Thanks for the video - it helped me connect my Redcat 51 to my new AM5. Should finally be clear tomorrow night so I can try it out.

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      An AM5 mount buddy! Congrats on purchasing a great mount. I’ve only used it a couple of times now and love it. Can’t wait to go to dark sky sites with it. Good luck with your imaging.

  • @johnmheaton
    @johnmheaton Год назад

    It's on my list. Have fun and enjoy!

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      So far this evening it’s a dream to use. The polar alignment controls are so smooth. 😍

  • @Tony-Elliott
    @Tony-Elliott Год назад

    Looks very nice, looking forward to seeing your images with it kit

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      Hopefully the first one coming this weekend.

  • @GarnettLeary
    @GarnettLeary Год назад

    Thanks for a look at it. I’m considering it for portability

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      It really is sooooo portable. I was setting it up this evening and I realised that because it was really low the view was obscured by a bush. So, I just picked up the whole lot and moved it back a couple of meters. Definitely never could have done that with the eq6-r pro!

  • @rudebuddha4895
    @rudebuddha4895 Год назад +1

    I really like what I’ve seen so far with the AM5. My biggest concern is PA with no internal scope fixed on the mount. When you are able, could you cover this ( pro or con) during your first operational video? Thanks.

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      So, for this you will need to use the main scope for polar alignment. The ASIAIR supports this as default and is very effective. I think Nina or Sharpcap supports this type of polar alignment too. It’s definitely not an issue for me from this point as I’ve not used the polar scope on my other mounts for about 18 months. No more bending down. :)

    • @nicholaspetersen1629
      @nicholaspetersen1629 Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk thank you so much for this information ❤ I’m sold AM5 😅

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      I’m looking forward to doing a video after 6 months to share a more detailed view on things but for now it’s looking good for the mount but cloudy outside.

  • @AstroOnBudget
    @AstroOnBudget Год назад

    I feel envious! Good luck mate. Hope this will be awesome!

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      Thank you. Given your RUclips name this definitely won’t fit the budget side. It’s expensive but so far seems worth it. Well, relatively anyway. 😂😂😂

    • @AstroOnBudget
      @AstroOnBudget Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk haha yeah! Astro On Budget is such a contradiction in terms. :D

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      @@AstroOnBudget 😂😂😂

  • @marvinwhisman3333
    @marvinwhisman3333 Год назад

    Nice video. Looking forward to more videos on this mount

  • @lukomatico
    @lukomatico Год назад

    Congratulations bud!! - Lovely bit of kit :-)

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      Thanks Luke. This mount and tripod is a dream to use, particularly as I cannot have an observatory and need to move around the garden depending on what I'm imaging. Too many trees! :D I loved just carrying the whole setup inside at the end of the night. Just like you used to with a lot less effort on my part.

  • @karlfortner887
    @karlfortner887 Год назад

    The 'hammock' can be used to add additional weight to the tripod for stability

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      Thank you for sharing that. Thinking about it years ago I remember buying something similar for my landscape photography setup which was for that purpose. I put the Jackery in it tonight to try off grid Astro. :) thanks Karl.

  • @hael8680
    @hael8680 Год назад

    Thank you for the video. What is the diameter of the top of the tripod? The black plate including the little squares over the legs?

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      Oh I measured the tripod but didn’t read your instructions. 🙈😂 The internal diameter is 8.5cm the base plate (attached to the mount) is 8.48cm…

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      The diameter of the top of the tripod including the squares is 13.09cm

    • @hael8680
      @hael8680 Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk Thank you!

  • @ShakeelNaim
    @ShakeelNaim Год назад +1

    Love it!!! Congratulations 👏🏼
    I’m not jealous at all haha

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      Thanks Shak. Yeah, I might regret it when the clouds roll in and I'm still paying it off. :D

    • @ShakeelNaim
      @ShakeelNaim Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk haha only money mate. Looks like a clear sky tomorrow anyway so hopefully you get to try it out 👍🏼

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      Here’s hoping!

  • @RussellsAstrophotography
    @RussellsAstrophotography Год назад

    That looks awesome congrats mate, have you imaged with it yet? how was the guiding?

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      I got out with it last night. Hopefully I’ll have a video to share this week. I did have guiding issues but I might have a reason why. Also, the guiding was pretty good.

  • @dumpydalekobservatory
    @dumpydalekobservatory Год назад

    I think you've doomed us all for clouds lol. good luck with the first light I'd love something like that for portability but I can't see it happening for a long time yet.

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      It certainly feels super portable. The plan this year is to try more dark sky sites and this will help.

  • @Daniel_DP83
    @Daniel_DP83 Год назад

    8:35 you said 5.5 kilo is that mount + tripod or just the mount? thank you!

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  10 месяцев назад

      The mount is 5kg and the tripod is carbon fibre and a bit of metal. I forget now but it’s certainly around 5.5kg.

    • @Daniel_DP83
      @Daniel_DP83 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@astrojourneyuk For a few weeks, i have the AM5 now 🙂

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  10 месяцев назад

      @Daniel_DP83 have you had a chance to use it yet? I hope so.

  • @Si-fp2ij
    @Si-fp2ij Год назад

    Nice simple instruction...thank you!

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      Thank you. Also, have you bought one or looking to get one?

    • @Si-fp2ij
      @Si-fp2ij Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk Yeah it’s on its way! How are you liking yours?

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      @@Si-fp2ij well, I’ve not been able to use it for a good few months due to no opportunity for astrophotography so it makes for a beautiful piece of standing art in the house. I’m hoping to get out on some clear winter nights now though.

    • @Si-fp2ij
      @Si-fp2ij Год назад +1

      @@astrojourneyuk Clear skies 🌌

  • @mikelockwood2104
    @mikelockwood2104 Год назад

    great video - thank you

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      No problem, I’m glad you found it helpful.

  • @CDigata
    @CDigata Год назад

    I need the saddle clamp knobs on the left, reset home point? or have to unbolt saddle?

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      Sorry, I don’t quite understand your question. Can you elaborate further please?

    • @CDigata
      @CDigata Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk ive been trying to reset the home point but it will not allow more than 5° offset when calibrating home point
      but ive found out it is ok to remove the 4 centre bolts in the saddle so i can set the saddle clamp bolts to be on the left while holding a heavy ota with my right hand.

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      I’m afraid I don’t know how to do that. 😢 I hope you find out and maybe you can share it here?

    • @CDigata
      @CDigata Год назад

      @@astrojourneyuk yes you can just un bolt the saddle, flip 180 and re=bolt.

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад

      Great, thanks.

  • @kowalskik.1333
    @kowalskik.1333 Год назад

    Does it work also with NINA?

    • @astrojourneyuk
      @astrojourneyuk  Год назад +1

      It should do because they have ASCOM drivers available and it should then work like any other ASCOM mount.