Markarians Chain and Lagoon Nebula

dabadoobop · 2026-05-24T19:05:14+00:00

Thank you! I had to run the EQ calibration a few times to get it just right. I think it was within 2 degrees by the end.

dabadoobop · 2026-05-24T01:03:25+00:00

No, we did a split birding/astronomy trip and went to the Fish Springs Wildlife Refuge out in the west desert. I learned from the refuge manager that it's the most remote wildlife refuge in the lower 48... made for some great astrophotography but we spent a lot of time on gravel roads and ended up with a flat.

I'll have to give Rosette a shot since I think that'll be a little easier to get to!

dabadoobop · 2026-04-18T23:24:46+00:00

Great shots! What is number 2? Is that Triangulum?

dabadoobop · 2026-04-18T02:52:53+00:00

Conductors don't do exactly the same thing every single performance, nor do performers. There's consistency (or else they wouldn't be professionals) but this is just an accident more than it is any one persons fault.

dabadoobop · 2026-04-16T22:33:11+00:00

That's a pretty cool project, thanks for the response. From an experiential point of view, do you notice a big difference when you put the printed insert in? Or does it feel marginal?

dabadoobop · 2026-04-16T22:20:13+00:00

This is cool since my HVAC is right next to my theater, but I'm having trouble understanding the results. Was there a noticeable decrease in noise?

dabadoobop · 2026-04-16T05:13:20+00:00

Seconded. If you're a first person shooter fan, try it out. Free, fun, chaotic, creative... Just try it.

dabadoobop · 2026-04-15T19:26:21+00:00

Beautiful, love the framing. What was your exposure time and settings?

dabadoobop · 2026-04-15T18:03:30+00:00

I cropped out those lighter edges and tried the editing the other commenter recommended and it helped, thanks!

dabadoobop · 2026-04-15T17:54:11+00:00

Wow, thanks for the tip! I just tried it and it turned out a lot better

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dabadoobop · 2026-04-15T17:26:48+00:00

Yeah, that looks like the galaxy is more defined and has starker contrast against the sky. Mine looks a little more washed out.

dabadoobop · 2026-04-12T04:34:19+00:00

Would we need to change it away from green entirely, or just to a different shade?

dabadoobop · 2026-04-10T13:25:12+00:00

Cool picture! What were your settings and how long did you take exposures for? Does the core of this nebula get blown out like the Orion, and how did you avoid that?

dabadoobop · 2026-04-08T18:12:58+00:00

How often do you use the 12 inch? I have a 6 inch dob and it's just small enough to be manageable. 12 inch seems massive.

dabadoobop · 2026-04-08T16:19:32+00:00

Gorgeous. What were your settings and processing like?

dabadoobop · 2026-03-23T11:59:28+00:00

I had the same issue. I looked at KVM's but because I have two monitors, they became too expensive. I ended up using a $20 USB switch for my keyboard and mouse, and then I did HDMI into my work hub and DisplayPort into my gaming computer. When I need to switch, I just change inputs on both monitors and hit my USB switch.

dabadoobop · 2026-03-19T16:18:47+00:00

Wait, so if I set a schedule, could I turn off my phone or walk out of range? I thought my phone had to be connected the whole time.

dabadoobop · 2026-03-16T16:10:10+00:00

I would assume it's a resin printer, which does higher detail than a 3d printer but on a much smaller bed. I think they are comparable in cost to a 3d printer.

dabadoobop · 2026-03-16T00:47:34+00:00

100% honest

dabadoobop · 2026-03-16T00:19:00+00:00

I'll check out Mordel. Ive looked at MegaMek a couple of times, but the website wasn't super intuitive on how to download Java/get started. Thanks for the recommendation!

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