Nothing but problems!
There is nothing more frustrating than struggling with software in the dark as time ticks by - we have all been there. Auto focus is one of the more challenging things to get working so I suggest you...
View ArticleImage statistics and HFR display
Hello Ken and Jared, it seems that there is a problem with image statistics (sampling mode) and HFR display.The statistics displayed do not correspond exactly to the mouse position, for examplethe max...
View ArticleAuto meridian flip didn't happen. PHD2 says pulse guide for EQ6 not working
This log doesn't try to flip at all, there's a check and it says the mount is on the East side and no flip is required, that's it. Did you intend to send a log from the previous session where the...
View ArticleNikon 810a compatibility
Sorry to say this, but the D810(a) is not a good match with the SGP autofocus routine.....The first exposure took a couple of minutes(!) to take & proces. Not usable.....I had a (cloudless)...
View ArticleNothing but problems!
Hi,I concur with DesertSky's comments. I have been using SGP since the first days so as it grew and added features it was easier to keep up with developments. There is a lot to learn, understand and I...
View ArticleAuto equipment disconnect
Would it be possible to implement a equipment disconnect at the end of a session? It would be nice to have a full observatory shutdown at the end of the night. After a defined pause would be nice as...
View ArticleNothing but problems!
Autofocus is challenging.I took me at lest three to four night to get it ti work, but once you have the setting worked out it is a dream to use.
View ArticleMosaic centering will fail after meridian flip
I would definitely try an imbalance one direction. It shouldn't matter which way, you're just trying to get the gears together. Another option is a remesh. You might be able to get some of that...
View ArticleNothing but problems!
We can't help you if you don't ask and don't post your log files. If you'd like to send me a PM I'll log into your computer via TeamViewer and make sure it is set up correctly. SGP relies on quite a...
View ArticleAuto equipment disconnect
The camera will warm up if you have that setup. why do you need your equipment to disconnect? Chris
View ArticleNothing but problems!
I would love for someone knowledgeable to take a look at it first hand. Like I said, I spent a month just reading and entering in settings as best I could, just trying to be clear on understanding...
View ArticleNothing but problems!
Hey Randy, Is your stepper hooked directly to the focuser of your edge or is it attached to a Crayford? Does your scope exhibit backlash? Set up TeamViewer and I'll run through your settings. Send me...
View ArticleNothing but problems!
The stepper is hooked directly to the stock focuser knob. I do not seem to have backlash but honestly I have not been able to use it much since installing it. I will have to find the teamviewer...
View ArticleAuto equipment disconnect
I want to run a fully automated observatory and at the end of a session I would like to disconnect the equipment and shut off the power.
View ArticleAuto meridian flip didn't happen. PHD2 says pulse guide for EQ6 not working
Thanks for the input. Maybe I grabbed the wrong log file. I'll have a look again. I did have auto meridian flip set in SGP. I know I did. I even watched the count down to flip reach zero. But nothing...
View ArticleMosaic centering will fail after meridian flip
Hi !! Well you and Jared were right. I rebalanced the scope and all worked just fine after the Flip last night !! Thanks so much for your help .
View ArticleMosaic centering will fail after meridian flip
thanks Jared, you were right , I rebalanced and all went well last night !!
View ArticleAuto equipment disconnect
I think this would be advantageous and consistent with automation principles already in place. I do seem to recall that this was a feature request many months ago (although not a priority).
View ArticleAuto equipment disconnect
Sort of defeats object of unattended imaging if at the end of the night I have to go to the OBS and turn everything off! I could run a script to power off but would rather disconnect the kit first.
View ArticleAuto equipment disconnect
Yes, I completely agree martin_h. It would be good to have this feature.
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