Hey Guys! You forgot to mention it's SkyShed Roll Off and SkyShed Telescope Pier! Or did I miss that part? Our team spent years designing those things and we always appreciate a shout out. CS!
I'm back here again. Almost two years ago I saw this video, your dad kinda got me into this hobby. I just discovered a new world. Today I own here some scopes and cameras and I'm planning to build a home for them, just like your dad did. Thank you two.
That’s fantastic! Best of luck with the observatory and thanks so much for leaving a comment! I’m about to forward this to my dad and I know he’ll be excited
I've built telescopes and bought them, and been an VIP astronomer in the N.P. system. I'm now deep into photography and videos. You left me in the dark. Fantastic equipment and the videos are beyond belief.
I can’t believe this guy is your dad! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years and I’ve seen this guys observatory but I never knew you were related. What a small world
I remember watching this video multiple times a few years ago, in awe to your dad's equipment and knowledge while I was starting in astrophotography. Your channel was still really small, even though you put so much effort and data into your work, it was great to come across one fo your recent videos and see how much the channel has grown. Congrats man!
This is a very informative video for a starting out amateur such as myself. I want to eventually build an observatory such as Grande Pines. The tips offered in this video have answered some of my questions. I have subscribed and will be watching. Your dad is awesome! Thank you for posting. Happy stargazing!!!
Thanks for the guided tour, the set up makes me jealous as I spend an hour setting up with a portable backyard rig every time I want to do some imaging. I think this is the biggest motivator to find a way to build a backyard observatory. That is just one of several reasons why I want one, my yard is too small with neighbor's fast-growing trees blocking some of my views and I am right next door to a major light dome as well. I hope to be moving in 2019.
Glad you like the video! The montage of shots at the end were lightly-processed pictures from the same observatory (old scope). He actually just got a new camera (mono w/ filter wheel) so I’ll eventually be filming another video focusing on imaging and the basic math behind processing and stacking! Right now he’s working on a better Running Man image, but unfortunately I’m leaving right around the full moon, so I won’t get to see the imaging!
Apparently, right at the edge between light and dark on the lunar surface is where one can more easily observe interesting details. With this set-up, you have the best opportunity... if you want to see something exciting, forget Nebulas.
Sir, great video - wonderful equipment - great observatory. I have a question please - does the auto guider telescope have to be a refractor or could it be an SCT reflector? Thanks again for sharing this video: lots of great ideas for anyone wishing to build a PROFESSIONAL home observatory.
Your diagram indicates a Gregorian RC configuration. Must have a primary of about f/2. This is the first time for me to see one of these. They were common in the 18th C. Interesting.
good shit my dude. rn i'm building an automatic telescope that tracks both alt / az. i had to write a bunch of software to control it properly. tbh like ur dad said only one axis tracking would be simpler but i had to make the mount fit in a car.
Beautiful Equipment and great observatory: would you please consider making a detailed video on the construction of the observatory. I am looking to build an observatory similar to your own and I'd like to know how many garage door wheels should be used, and other construction details. Thank you.
Brian, I would love to see some pics of how your Dad mounted to roof using the garage door tracks and rollers, that's one of the smartest (KISS method) ROR's I've seen.
It’s a SkyShed design - I think they sell plans. It’s a great setup. I think we have some pictures of erecting the walls but not too much detail of the build. I wasn’t filming everything back then xD
Very nice set up guys! If you don't mind I would love to ask you three questions: With that sort of OTA does your guiding have to worry about mirror shift or flop or any differential flexure? Great that you can get away with a piggy backed guide scope versus going on or off axis guiding (ONAG or OAG). What software suites do you use for mount and camera control? It looks like you use PHD2 for guiding (single not multi star option) but are us you using The SkyX / N.i.N.A. / SGP / Maxim DL / Nebulosity / SharpPro / ACP etc for mount and camera control? Lastly for image Processing did you go Deep Sky Stacker + Photoshop, MaximDL, Nebulosity / Astro Pixel Processor / Pixel Insight and why did you land on that particular option?
Your dad could benefit greatly from off-axis guiding, big scopes with long focal lengths are not well suited for small guide scopes piggybacking on top. I use OAG on my 80mm, 130mm, and 200mm scopes.
hello, where did you buy such a fabric cover for your RC OTA? I am looking into buying one but i have struggles to find it. EDIT : I think I found it. It is simply called a "Shroud"
Am always curios about open telescope designs such as that... (I'm new to the hobby with a Celestron NexStar 11)... How do you keep the primary mirror clean?
The ISS moves very fast , much faster then the motors can track . The motors were designed to track stars that move across the sky in hours , the ISS moves across the sky in minutes
Hey Guys! You forgot to mention it's SkyShed Roll Off and SkyShed Telescope Pier! Or did I miss that part? Our team spent years designing those things and we always appreciate a shout out. CS!
What permitting requirements do most towns have on such an observatory?
@@St.IrenaeusOfLyons if you are allowed to have a shed in your backyard at this position you are allowed to build this.
@@St.IrenaeusOfLyons none. They cannot control you.
Shut the hell up skyshed. You can just mention it in the comment without being a passive agressive d*ckhead.
I'm back here again. Almost two years ago I saw this video, your dad kinda got me into this hobby. I just discovered a new world. Today I own here some scopes and cameras and I'm planning to build a home for them, just like your dad did. Thank you two.
That’s fantastic! Best of luck with the observatory and thanks so much for leaving a comment! I’m about to forward this to my dad and I know he’ll be excited
Confirming you have the coolest Father. wow
He's cool that's for sure. He's also a seriously smart dude.
Amazing... You have an awesome dad.
This is a cracking set-up, marra. Your dad did himself bloody proud!
Cool son, cool dad!
Greetings from the Netherlands
I've built telescopes and bought them, and been an VIP astronomer in the N.P. system. I'm now deep into photography and videos. You left me in the dark. Fantastic equipment and the videos are beyond belief.
I can’t believe this guy is your dad! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years and I’ve seen this guys observatory but I never knew you were related. What a small world
That must have been very expensive
Wow! I love the observatory and the gear. 👍🏻
I remember watching this video multiple times a few years ago, in awe to your dad's equipment and knowledge while I was starting in astrophotography. Your channel was still really small, even though you put so much effort and data into your work, it was great to come across one fo your recent videos and see how much the channel has grown. Congrats man!
I'd love more videos from Grande Pines Observatory!
Watching this made me pull my old Celestron8 out and dialed in. Great video , amazing set up.
amazing set up ,waw,wish i had one
Good work dad
Your Dad is Awesome at explaining things. It's obvious that his mind is clear and sharp. I wish he was my neighbor.
Now that is one serious toy. We just found the winner of the coolest Dad Award.
Very informative, very clear. Thank you for this overview.
Wow - love NC and that looks like a heavenly observatory.
¡Awesome equipment!
Your father is badass and has the most awesome setup you could imagine. I'm so jealous ;)
Fantastic setup
This is a very informative video for a starting out amateur such as myself. I want to eventually build an observatory such as Grande Pines. The tips offered in this video have answered some of my questions. I have subscribed and will be watching. Your dad is awesome! Thank you for posting. Happy stargazing!!!
Holy cow... I grew up just down the road from you guys. My dad lived right beside the race track. Super setup...
Upload more videos! Your content is awesome
EXCELLENT VIDEO. THANK YOU.
Amazing Observatory! I really like it and especially the land in which is located on!
I’m just in the process of researching observatory options. I like this set-up.
Cool, local NC native also. Love the scope.
Very cool, great stuff.
I too want to retire and buy a Serrurier RC scope...damn...mouthwatering setup...well filmed and very nice pics !
Amazing! Please say thanks to your dad! He has a dream observatory! Hopefully, one day mine will be like that!
Wow that is one cool set up! The rolling shed roof is brilliant! Great video. Instant sub!
That's awesome! Thanks to you and your dad for the walkthrough (I'm 3 years too late)
Very well done - dad & son
One of the best produced and explained videos I have seen. Great explanation of complex subjects!!
Great video. Thanks to you and your dad for sharing your observatory with us:-).
This man does not mess around
Best explanation of Astrophotography. Well done Sir.
Thanks for the guided tour, the set up makes me jealous as I spend an hour setting up with a portable backyard rig every time I want to do some imaging. I think this is the biggest motivator to find a way to build a backyard observatory. That is just one of several reasons why I want one, my yard is too small with neighbor's fast-growing trees blocking some of my views and I am right next door to a major light dome as well. I hope to be moving in 2019.
did you ever get to move, and was it to a place better for your hobbie?
This is astronomical porn for me ! 😁 Really enjoy the video, and what a tremendous set up CHEERS to the both if you !!!
agreed agreed...hotdamn what a setup
Thank you for the overview, I hope to see your images, wow, nice setup! So glad you do manual focus!
Glad you like the video! The montage of shots at the end were lightly-processed pictures from the same observatory (old scope).
He actually just got a new camera (mono w/ filter wheel) so I’ll eventually be filming another video focusing on imaging and the basic math behind processing and stacking!
Right now he’s working on a better Running Man image, but unfortunately I’m leaving right around the full moon, so I won’t get to see the imaging!
An Amazing video!!! Excellent instalation!!!
Cool telescope. Very cool. I dream of such an observatory. 👍
Wow, impressing setup, brillant presentation. Greeting from Germany
Enjoyed that. Great explanations for folks like me that know very little about telescopes. Thanks.
What an awesome dad!
Wow amazing
Cool setup!
FWIW: I live in N.E. NC, but I had to look up Grand Pines - that was a new one for me....
Wow.....knowledgeable........I enjoyed the video....🙏👌8: 45 👍👌
Very nice
Apparently, right at the edge between light and dark on the lunar surface is where one can more easily observe interesting details. With this set-up, you have the best opportunity... if you want to see something exciting, forget Nebulas.
Excellent video along with equipment...
Great video.
Very cool setup.
That's impressive !
Sir, great video - wonderful equipment - great observatory. I have a question please - does the auto guider telescope have to be a refractor or could it be an SCT reflector? Thanks again for sharing this video: lots of great ideas for anyone wishing to build a PROFESSIONAL home observatory.
Great observatory 👍:)
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just found your channel through a Reddit comment, and this is straight up awesome.
Thanks! Glad you made it here!
The coolest of dads right there, lucky son haha
awesome
Your diagram indicates a Gregorian RC configuration. Must have a primary of about f/2. This is the first time for me to see one of these. They were common in the 18th C. Interesting.
Great telescope I love it great video thanks....
Can I visit you someday? i love your set up, particularly the retractable roof. That is awesome.
This was a Damn good video I really enjoyed it even know I am a little late..🙏🏽
my mouth was open the whole time with amazment
good shit my dude. rn i'm building an automatic telescope that tracks both alt / az. i had to write a bunch of software to control it properly. tbh like ur dad said only one axis tracking would be simpler but i had to make the mount fit in a car.
Your dad is awesome
Awesome!
Beautiful Equipment and great observatory: would you please consider making a detailed video on the construction of the observatory. I am looking to build an observatory similar to your own and I'd like to know how many garage door wheels should be used, and other construction details. Thank you.
Superb telescope 🔭❤️, amazing video thank you for sharing 🙏🎁🎉🎉🎉🎉
Many thanks.
The secondary mirror is convex, not concav.
damn, that was interesting to watch! I really like the youtube plate you have in the background :D
Glad you liked it! I recently updated to a 2^12 play button that's only 12 microns across
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@@AlphaPhoenixChannel wow, what an amazing idea. Subscribed!
The sample image at 03:32 is it the running man nebula? Thanks for sharing, this is a hack of an amateur observatory. Very well presented.
I have no idea what your father said, but it was super cool lol
Brian, I would love to see some pics of how your Dad mounted to roof using the garage door tracks and rollers, that's one of the smartest (KISS method) ROR's I've seen.
It’s a SkyShed design - I think they sell plans. It’s a great setup. I think we have some pictures of erecting the walls but not too much detail of the build. I wasn’t filming everything back then xD
@@AlphaPhoenixChannel Thanks for the reply. I'm in Hope Mills, NC and a member of the Raleigh Astronomy Club. Is your Dad a member of a local club?
Nice setup
Good job. Thx.
I like!
Inspiring.
I wish i had this telescope. It would be so cool to watch deep space objects 🔭
Greetings from Chile!
Very nice set up guys! If you don't mind I would love to ask you three questions:
With that sort of OTA does your guiding have to worry about mirror shift or flop or any differential flexure? Great that you can get away with a piggy backed guide scope versus going on or off axis guiding (ONAG or OAG).
What software suites do you use for mount and camera control? It looks like you use PHD2 for guiding (single not multi star option) but are us you using The SkyX / N.i.N.A. / SGP / Maxim DL / Nebulosity / SharpPro / ACP etc for mount and camera control?
Lastly for image Processing did you go Deep Sky Stacker + Photoshop, MaximDL, Nebulosity / Astro Pixel Processor / Pixel Insight and why did you land on that particular option?
2:45 Newton (Dobson mount) vs Ritchey-Chrétien
nice setup
Shed goals
Your dad could benefit greatly from off-axis guiding, big scopes with long focal lengths are not well suited for small guide scopes piggybacking on top. I use OAG on my 80mm, 130mm, and 200mm scopes.
hello, where did you buy such a fabric cover for your RC OTA? I am looking into buying one but i have struggles to find it.
EDIT :
I think I found it. It is simply called a "Shroud"
Cool. One day...
Cool setup. Love the garage rails for the roof. Do you have samples images of the RC on astrobin?
I would love to know what this beast sets you back! This must be expensive!
nice
Wait, so a focal reducer is like a backwards barlow?
This observatory is so legit
Am always curios about open telescope designs such as that... (I'm new to the hobby with a Celestron NexStar 11)... How do you keep the primary mirror clean?
cool dad
But in cassegrain telescope one is concave and other is convex mirror
Sorry - realized way too late that I messed up the graphic.
Have you had the opportunity to film the ISS, and would the tracking motors be able to fallow at the speed? very nice setup.
The ISS moves very fast , much faster then the motors can track . The motors were designed to track stars that move across the sky in hours , the ISS moves across the sky in minutes
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