https://scopetrader.com/news News for Astronomy gear enthusiasts and astrophotographers https://scopetrader.com/news https://scopetrader.com/news https://scopetrader.com/47-million-galaxies:-A-sunning-new-view-of-our-universe/An international team has unveiled a sweeping three dimensional map of the cosmos that brings the distribution of galaxies into sharp relief across much of observable space. Built from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument, the map charts where galaxies are located and how their positions change https://scopetrader.com/47-million-galaxies:-A-sunning-new-view-of-our-universe/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:02:40 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Why-the-iOptron-iEQ30-Pro-still-matters-for-exoplanet-transit-work/The interesting thing about this hobby is how often the line between amateur and professional work gets blurred. Not in a marketing sense, but in a very real, practical way. There are projects out there today doing legitimate science with gear that many of us either own or have seriously considered https://scopetrader.com/Why-the-iOptron-iEQ30-Pro-still-matters-for-exoplanet-transit-work/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:53:14 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Planetary-Capture-App-for-Mac-Laminar-1.0-Launches/Laminar 1.0 is a Mac native planetary capture application that aims to bring real-time analysis, modern performance, and a streamlined workflow to astrophotographers who image the Moon and the bright planets. Built for Apple Silicon, it concentrates on fast reliable capture, clear feedback while rechttps://scopetrader.com/Planetary-Capture-App-for-Mac-Laminar-1.0-Launches/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:57:10 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Astronomy-equipment-at-NEAF-2026/NEAF has come and gone, another year in the books where astronomy enthusiasts and manufacturers from all over the world end up in the same place for a couple of very full days. If you're not familiar with it, NEAF stands for the Northeast Astronomy Forum and Space Expo, and it's really the place to https://scopetrader.com/Astronomy-equipment-at-NEAF-2026/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:07:31 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Vespera-3-and-Vespera-Pro-2-are-released/Welp, this is no doubt that this was planned for everyone's arrival at NEAF 2026. Vaonis has just stirred the smart telescope pot with the release of the Vespera 3 and Vespera Pro 2, and this time it feels like they took a hard look at where they were falling short and decided to fix it properly. Wihttps://scopetrader.com/Vespera-3-and-Vespera-Pro-2-are-released/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:12:24 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/NEAF-2026-details/The Expo takes place at SUNY Rockland Community College, 145 College Road, Suffern, NY 10901. Show hours are Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. Children 12 and under enter free with a parent. Students 17 and younger, or any student with a valid high school or college ID, are ahttps://scopetrader.com/NEAF-2026-details/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:19:20 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Optolong-L2-Filters-Tested:-The-April-2026-ScopeTrader-Issue/Welcome to April, where galaxies are in full bloom. Here in Missouri the skies are finally starting to settle into something usable. If the pattern holds like it usually does, we tend to get our most stable stretch somewhere between April 10th and the end of the month. Those are the nights where https://scopetrader.com/Optolong-L2-Filters-Tested:-The-April-2026-ScopeTrader-Issue/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:05:38 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Back-to-the-Moon/I never get tired of the Moon. Not because it is mysterious or because it needs a story to make it worth looking at. I get tired of plenty of things. The Moon is not one of them. 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For more than half a century, Al's innovations transformed backyard observing, from the immershttps://scopetrader.com/The-Al-Nagler-Saturnday-interview-with-Eli-Goldfine/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:36:55 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Watusi-150-equatorial-fork-mount-for-advanced-astronomy/If you have carried a bag of counterweights across a dark field, you know their special brand of gravity. They are reliable in only one way. They always feel heavier by the minute. So when a well executed equatorial fork shows up with carbon fiber arms and no counterweights, that deserves attention https://scopetrader.com/Watusi-150-equatorial-fork-mount-for-advanced-astronomy/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:06:43 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Seeing-color-clearly-with-color-science-tools/Spend enough hours staring at a screen trying to tame a stacked image and you learn that color is not a flavor choice. It is a measurement problem, full of assumptions about spectra, sensors, displays, and our own eyes. 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This is the start of a real time discovery service at observatory scale. NSF DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory launches rhttps://scopetrader.com/The-Universe-Live:-Rubin-Observatory-Flips-the-Switch-on-Real-Time-Space-Monitoring/Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:01:46 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Astronomy-software-Meridian-launches-in-BETA/Meridian is a new native macOS app from Andrew Burwell, that scans your FITS and XISF archive and organizes it into a searchable, visual catalog of your imaging history. After more than ten years of deep sky imaging, the app's creator found that his archive spanned many drives and folder schemes,https://scopetrader.com/Astronomy-software-Meridian-launches-in-BETA/Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:19:27 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Dwarf-Mini-telescope-tutorial-for-beginners/A new beginner focused tutorial puts a spotlight on an ultra portable smart telescope and shows exactly how a first night can go from setup to a finished deep sky image. 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Frame by frame, you watch an object from beyond our solar system move in a whttps://scopetrader.com/Video-of-3I-ATLAS-comet-is-more-than-amazing/Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:32:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Tiny-astrophotography-rig-built-by-Cuiv/Astronomy gear keeps leaning toward two virtues that often tug in opposite directions. Portability so you will actually carry it out. Power so your images do not leave you wishing you had brought the big rig. Cuiv, The Lazy Geek set himself a simple challenge. Build the smallest kit he could that sthttps://scopetrader.com/Tiny-astrophotography-rig-built-by-Cuiv/Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:31:17 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Mirrorless-astrophotography-camera-from-OM-System-lands/While dedicated astro cameras and smart telescopes steal the spotlight in astrophotogtraphy, some photographers are still waiting for something else: a regular DSLR camera that can shoot the Milky Way as well as it shoots a sunset - without needing a separate astronomy-only rig. Meet the new OM Shttps://scopetrader.com/Mirrorless-astrophotography-camera-from-OM-System-lands/Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:40:35 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/ASCOM-Platform-7.1-Update-2-Released/The ASCOM community announces an update to the widely adopted interoperability platform that connects astronomy software with a broad range of observatory devices. ASCOM Platform 7.1 Update 2 expands the platform's reputation for stability and compatibility, bringing refinements that help imagers, vhttps://scopetrader.com/ASCOM-Platform-7.1-Update-2-Released/Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:19:08 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/Astro-Weather-Station-by-Astro-Smart-launches/Astro Smart has announced the introduction of a purpose built meteorological monitor designed for backyard observers and small observatories. The product combines environmental sensing with software interfaces that support automation and remote alerting. 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I'll be happy to send some your way. In excellent condition. Included is everything seen in the photos, basically everything that comes with a new one including original box and packing material. Also included is a very nice Tele-Vue https://scopetrader.com/celestron-c6-a-6/classifieds/z63k8va711ey53nq/Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:37:06 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/three-demo/pre-owned-10micron-gm1000hps-v1-mounts/classifieds/n720z3ka8xk71r1b/Deep Space Products has Three Demo/Pre-Owned 10Micron GM1000HPS v1 Mounts All Available Before Christmas andmdash; 20%+ Off Deep Space Products currently has three GM1000HPS v1 mounts available at significant discounts. 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It includes all the standard items that Astronomics ships withhttps://scopetrader.com/astrotech-at80edt-w/-extras-(like-new)/classifieds/0f547hycm5mk555k/Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:46:32 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/atik-16200-color-ccd-camera/classifieds/x34zcqw81a075lt6/Camera like new condition https://scopetrader.com/atik-16200-color-ccd-camera/classifieds/x34zcqw81a075lt6/Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:33:58 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/skywatcher-heq5-pro-mount/classifieds/881db100r8eqgsj2/Need to sell to make space for new heavy duty mount. I got the HEQ5 Pro in Jun21 and is gently used. Fully functioning. Only signs of wear are on saddle. I have the original packaging and comes with all the shipped accessories. I will split the shipping cost with buyer. https://scopetrader.com/skywatcher-heq5-pro-mount/classifieds/881db100r8eqgsj2/Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:27:21 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/zwo-am5-harmonic-drive-mount-–-excellent-condition/classifieds/y45ajszg32h8368y/Selling my ZWO AM5 mount in excellent working condition. This has been my main portable setup and has performed flawlessly for both visual and astrophotography. Tracks beautifully and handles heavier imaging loads with ease. Condition: Good/Very Goodandmdash;light signs of normal use buthttps://scopetrader.com/zwo-am5-harmonic-drive-mount-–-excellent-condition/classifieds/y45ajszg32h8368y/Wed, 24 Dec 2025 01:33:29 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-6/classifieds/07cpu6gld9q7836k/In excellent condition. Included is everything seen in the photos, basically everything that comes with a new one including original box and packing material. Also included is a very nice Tele-Vue Nagler 4.8 Smoothy Eyepiece. The mount is not included........but the AstroZap dew shield is https://scopetrader.com/celestron-6/classifieds/07cpu6gld9q7836k/Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:08:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-starsense-explorer-10-dobsonian/classifieds/mm7zda13x87v49n0/I am selling my, like new, StarSense 10" Dob Explore. It has been used maybe 3-4 times. It's just too much to carry out back. The upgrades are a 2X focuser by Lacerta as well as a "lazy susan" azimuth bearing from Apertura. Both great improvements. Also a Scope Stuff deluxe cover for ithttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-starsense-explorer-10-dobsonian/classifieds/mm7zda13x87v49n0/Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:13:20 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/atik-16200-ccd-camera/classifieds/u9d861ma575ss3sw/ Atik 16200 like new johnpaulm42@yahoo.com https://scopetrader.com/atik-16200-ccd-camera/classifieds/u9d861ma575ss3sw/Thu, 25 Dec 2025 11:20:53 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/zwo-am5n-/classifieds/59cl58fz517g2wek/ The ZWO AM5N is the new 2024 version with increased load capacity, power failure braking, better cable management. Bluetooth as well as Wi-Fi connectivity and half the periodic error of the previous model. Here's a chance to obtain a great mount at pre tariff cost. The mount head weighs justhttps://scopetrader.com/zwo-am5n-/classifieds/59cl58fz517g2wek/Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:47:44 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/8-inch-sct-astrophotography-setup/classifieds/en0x58cut68zz763/Selling my 8 SCT astrophotography setup. This is a solid package that allows good deep-sky astrophotographs to be taken. It is robust enough to be left set up for weeks at a time without adjustment but is also portable for star parties. Unfortunately, I no longer have time or space for this wondehttps://scopetrader.com/8-inch-sct-astrophotography-setup/classifieds/en0x58cut68zz763/Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-nexstar-8se-w/-neximage-20-carrying-case-and-more!/classifieds/z1u8ek0m2r48m7a7/andmiddot; NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope - $1,699.00 andmiddot; Celestron 93573 Dielectric Star Diagonal 2" with Twist Lock - $259.95 andmiddot; Ultima Edge - 30mm Flat Field Eyepiece - $299.95 andmiddot; NexImage 20 Solar System Color Imager - $449.95 andmiddot; AC Adapter - $36.9https://scopetrader.com/celestron-nexstar-8se-w/-neximage-20-carrying-case-and-more!/classifieds/z1u8ek0m2r48m7a7/Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:12:54 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/wtb-em31pro-am5n-or-wave-150i-mount/classifieds/41n61tx2ag7fz63e/Let me know what you have and what you would like for it. https://scopetrader.com/wtb-em31pro-am5n-or-wave-150i-mount/classifieds/41n61tx2ag7fz63e/Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:30:29 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-cgem-ii-sct-11inch-telescope--and--cgem-ii-mount-with-hyperstar--and--zwo-asi-294mc-pro-color-camera-zwo-attachments.../classifieds/02jp4n268cvm69ry/Celestron CGEM II SCT 11inch Telescope and CGEM II Mount with HyperStar and ZWO ASI 294MC-Pro color Camera ZWO Attachments... 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Now under 50% of what I paid 14 months ago, @ stahttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-cgem-ii-sct-11inch-w-hyperstar-v4-zwo-mc294-cam--and--mount/classifieds/s347j4evd270xwc9/Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:24:56 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/cst-cge1400-+-camera-and-accessories-/classifieds/0p2n5g6dh47g62zy/All accessories, including camera, eye pieces, filters, star sense align all brand new never used. The telescope and extras were my dad's, whose health was failing. 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The adjustable angle head can be tilted forward or back at a 45anddeg; angle to allow more clearance for the telescope so you can point it straight up for viewing at the zenith.Slow motion control cables for vertical and horizontal axis (large knobs ehttps://scopetrader.com/es-twilight-i-alt-azimuth-mount/classifieds/17g9vu979brsnz69/Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:42:17 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/vespera-pro-with-many-extras/classifieds/6w6a771s2wxjf6b9/I have for sale a nearly new Vespera Pro with several years left on the manufacturer's warranty. Included Items: Vespera Pro with hygrometer and Aluminium Carrying Case Vespera Tripod Security Lock Vespera Dual Band Filter Vespera CLS Filter Vespera Solar Filter 3D printed Filter Holder https://scopetrader.com/vespera-pro-with-many-extras/classifieds/6w6a771s2wxjf6b9/Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:47:52 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/zwo-asi2600mc-pro-cooled-color-astronomy-camera---asi2600mc-p-aps/classifieds/py2370nwe1t32rq5/ZWO ASI 2600MC Pro Astronomy camera for sale in box, as pictured, with free shipping. This large APS-C sensor camera works well and is overall in good, clean condition. See pictures for reference of the general condition, the glass sensor window is free of scratches and the sensor itself shows to behttps://scopetrader.com/zwo-asi2600mc-pro-cooled-color-astronomy-camera---asi2600mc-p-aps/classifieds/py2370nwe1t32rq5/Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:41:49 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/askar-fma180-pro-and-zwo-asi2600-mc-pro-imaging-system/classifieds/rs8740br5k23kzc0/This is an Askar FMA180 Pro refractor paired with a ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled astronomy camera. It comes with a ZWO ASIAIR Mini control computer and power adapter and cable. I installed the Askar kit for the ZWO electronic automatic focuser (EAF). The telescope has a DewNot anti-dew heater sthttps://scopetrader.com/askar-fma180-pro-and-zwo-asi2600-mc-pro-imaging-system/classifieds/rs8740br5k23kzc0/Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:56:41 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/askar-120-apo-120mm-f/7-triplet-refractor-telescope/classifieds/88j0919pnpwgzz83/Up for sale is my Askar APO 120 telescope. I only used a few times. I usually use my newtonian more which is why I am selling this one off. Its in almost new condition. There is slight dust on the lens which won't show up during normal use. https://scopetrader.com/askar-120-apo-120mm-f/7-triplet-refractor-telescope/classifieds/88j0919pnpwgzz83/Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:51:02 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/rasa-11-camera-adapter-or-filter-holder-baader-or-photon-cage/classifieds/f903uet438k7xf1z/I'm currently stuck in the tar pit of vignetting with my RASA 11. It images fine using the stock Celestron camera adapter at its default opening, but the vignetting is costing me usable field and I'd really like to reclaim it. I'm looking for a good used, full replacement for the factory Celeshttps://scopetrader.com/rasa-11-camera-adapter-or-filter-holder-baader-or-photon-cage/classifieds/f903uet438k7xf1z/Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:31:21 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/series-5-paramount-software-bisque-myt-pier-tripod-hc-cw's/classifieds/6775b68tek8k8qqa/For sale is a lightly used Series 5 Paramount MyT EQ mount. Comes with Paramount pier-style tripod, 2 counterweights, counterweight bar, extension bar, power supply, hand controller. Excellent shape. Sale does NOT include shown miniPC and Wanderer Astro powerbox. Comes with all Software Bihttps://scopetrader.com/series-5-paramount-software-bisque-myt-pier-tripod-hc-cw's/classifieds/6775b68tek8k8qqa/Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:16:08 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/14-inch-dobsonian-with-eyepieces/classifieds/45p9n764v6qgx3yr/A 14” Dobsonian telescope with eyepieces and accessories. The telescope and eyepieces are in like new condition with no scratches, fogging or any damage. The primary mirror is 356mm in diameter, parabolic, center marked with a focal length of 1650mm and a focal ratio of f/4.6. The SynScan Controhttps://scopetrader.com/14-inch-dobsonian-with-eyepieces/classifieds/45p9n764v6qgx3yr/Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/14-dobsonian-with-eyepieces/classifieds/un34mls1uj553j47/A 14 Dobsonian telescope with eyepieces and accessories. The telescope and eyepieces are in like new condition with no scratches, fogging or any damage. The primary mirror is 356mm in diameter, parabolic, center marked with a focal length of 1650mm and a focal ratio of f/4.6 The SynScan Controhttps://scopetrader.com/14-dobsonian-with-eyepieces/classifieds/un34mls1uj553j47/Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:09:20 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/14/classifieds/043h30njey2w5al6/A 14 Dobsonian telescope with eyepieces and accessories. The telescope and eyepieces are in like new condition with no scratches, fogging or any damage. The primary mirror is 356mm in diameter, parabolic, center marked with a focal length of 1650mm and a focal ratio of f/4.6 The SynScan Controhttps://scopetrader.com/14/classifieds/043h30njey2w5al6/Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:17:40 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/software-bisque-paramount-tri-pier/classifieds/lg257x9kg9j1n34z/Up for sale is a Software Bisque Paramount Tri-Pier, excellent shape, with original box. Only reason for selling is because my ROR backyard observatory build is wrapping up, and I have a SkyShed pier that I will be using. Please PM with any questions, thanks! https://scopetrader.com/software-bisque-paramount-tri-pier/classifieds/lg257x9kg9j1n34z/Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:43:39 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/rasa-11-v2-with-full-asg-pro-rasa-11-+-dew-shield-system/classifieds/0a7w4gp3zj72g96w/So I hate to put this up, but I am testing out other telescopes and while I love this RASA, I need to let it go. It was used and built my ASG Photon Cages with, in excellent shape, had fully laser collimated from Celestron. It's a precise monster light machine and perfect working condition fully thttps://scopetrader.com/rasa-11-v2-with-full-asg-pro-rasa-11-+-dew-shield-system/classifieds/0a7w4gp3zj72g96w/Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:20:00 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-nexstar-8se-telescope-kit/classifieds/95l1pj1n8j9d10fa/I bought this scope about five years ago, but unfortunately I didn't realize how heavy it would be to carry up the stairs to the roof of the townhome I live in, so I have only used it once or twice! It has been almost entirely in its hardshell box, and I have been very careful with it so it is effehttps://scopetrader.com/celestron-nexstar-8se-telescope-kit/classifieds/95l1pj1n8j9d10fa/Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:15:53 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/meade-lx200-emc-for-sale-excellent-condition/classifieds/lp25n8qc37v3z53z/Hi, I'm selling this Meade LX200 EMC 8 inch digital GPS telescope with all standard accessories. Comes with tripod and case. Previous owner said he barely used it and I have not used it so I assume condition to be near mint. Price is currently set at $700 (or best offer). Pick up in Sunlandhttps://scopetrader.com/meade-lx200-emc-for-sale-excellent-condition/classifieds/lp25n8qc37v3z53z/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:52:16 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/moonlite-high-resolution-focuser-and-controller-/classifieds/8l65j4631wsg0msj/Moonlight, high resolution auto focus with moonlight, mini controller, V2 hand controller, paddle all cables, and power supply included https://scopetrader.com/moonlite-high-resolution-focuser-and-controller-/classifieds/8l65j4631wsg0msj/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:17:41 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-long-time-coming-we-are-back!/scopetrader-announcements/be7r4cn1bhx181qg56kn29q6v11znyz1176960np/Hey everyone! Richard Harris here andndash; the guy who brought ScopeTrader to life back in 2001! It's been a long journey, but ScopeTrader is back and better than ever, with exciting things on the horizon. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for being here. It's fantastic thttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-long-time-coming-we-are-back!/scopetrader-announcements/be7r4cn1bhx181qg56kn29q6v11znyz1176960np/Fri, 31 May 2024 22:41:43 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ngc-6888-cresent-nebula-in-sho-hubble-or-hoo/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/ls1t4e34u46z5s9pgrr3w90py768sq9eg77s1k11/I spent 15 hours on NGC 6888 the Cresent nebula using my Takahashi FSQ-106-EDX4 and a ZWO 2600MM. My acquisition details are below: Sulfur II: 18 frames at 300s each = 1.5 hours Hydrogen Alpha: 88 frames at 300s each = 7.3 hours Oxygen III: 50 frames at 300s each = 4.15 hours Red: 10 framhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ngc-6888-cresent-nebula-in-sho-hubble-or-hoo/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/ls1t4e34u46z5s9pgrr3w90py768sq9eg77s1k11/Sat, 01 Jun 2024 07:04:02 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/top-resources-for-combating-light-pollution/light-pollution/3d2dudu7f0h7z67ur16v2720vwsp1vu3e239jg57/Hey everyone, I wanted to share some of the best resources I've found for combating light pollution. If you're passionate about preserving our night skies, these can be incredibly helpful: International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) - They provide guidelines, advocacy tools, and information onhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/top-resources-for-combating-light-pollution/light-pollution/3d2dudu7f0h7z67ur16v2720vwsp1vu3e239jg57/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:22:39 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/share-your-light-pollution-maps/light-pollution/3t3qtr928u6r3jgepe4g7u3577q4v6kr13p2t83z/Hey all, I'm curious about the light pollution levels in different neighborhoods. I recently checked my area using the Light Pollution Map, and it was pretty eye-opening. I'm in a Bortle Class 6 area, which isn't great for stargazing. Here's a screenshot of my neighborhood's light pollution https://scopetrader.com/forum/share-your-light-pollution-maps/light-pollution/3t3qtr928u6r3jgepe4g7u3577q4v6kr13p2t83z/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:26:05 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/post-your-frustrations-with-light-pollution-here/light-pollution/t72qfcpf33942drt93gqk77nq3176578lswlnm73/I need to vent about light pollution! 😡 I moved to a new house recently, and the streetlights here are unbelievably bright. It's gotten so bad that I can barely see the major constellations, let alone any deep-sky objects. My backyard observatory setup feels almost useless now. Has anyone hadhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/post-your-frustrations-with-light-pollution-here/light-pollution/t72qfcpf33942drt93gqk77nq3176578lswlnm73/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:27:10 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/best-locations-for-stargazing-to-avoid-light-pollution/light-pollution/n3p5j3sqf786gfrl6y3w3r391f835e0a3yny20n2/Hi all, I'm planning a stargazing trip soon and I'm looking for recommendations on the best locations to avoid light pollution. So far, I've heard great things about: Cherry Springs State Park, Pennsylvania - Known for its incredibly dark skies and designated as a Gold Level International Dhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/best-locations-for-stargazing-to-avoid-light-pollution/light-pollution/n3p5j3sqf786gfrl6y3w3r391f835e0a3yny20n2/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 13:20:00 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/favorite-viewing-sites/general-observing-and-astronomy/1n764eu8hm09j4syy7sd7tb5fbr7519267j92tjr/Hi everyone: Share your favorite stargazing spots here so others can enjoy them too! https://scopetrader.com/forum/favorite-viewing-sites/general-observing-and-astronomy/1n764eu8hm09j4syy7sd7tb5fbr7519267j92tjr/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 13:22:43 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/have-you-seen-a-ufo-share-your-unexplained-sky-sightings/general-observing-and-astronomy/wcrl0gfmf68650236jbs60t977d69m4plwy76n2g/I understand this can be a divisive topic and that skepticism runs high, but it's something we shouldn't overlook. As avid astronomers, we dedicate countless hours to observing the night sky, especially on clear, starry nights. Although I've never witnessed what some refer to as a "UFO," I have fhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/have-you-seen-a-ufo-share-your-unexplained-sky-sightings/general-observing-and-astronomy/wcrl0gfmf68650236jbs60t977d69m4plwy76n2g/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 13:25:13 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/observation-log/general-observing-and-astronomy/5zt80sau9g9jl3h5616v578f1m1k9uh54y5nd6jm/About a month ago, I had my first opportunity to start observing the night sky. I invite other newbie astronomers to share your observations here, so we can learn and encourage each other together. https://scopetrader.com/forum/observation-log/general-observing-and-astronomy/5zt80sau9g9jl3h5616v578f1m1k9uh54y5nd6jm/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 13:30:58 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/inaugural-issue-of-scopetrader-june-2024-is-here!/scopetrader-announcements/40krq0795r75rt61lxt8c2r6u2xhu30d8erl9v29/Dear fellow astronomers and gear heads, We are beyond excited (and slightly out of breath) to finally introduce the inaugural issue of ScopeTrader, a project 20 years in the making! Yes, you read that right andndash; two decades of dreaming, planning, and more starry nights than we can count havehttps://scopetrader.com/forum/inaugural-issue-of-scopetrader-june-2024-is-here!/scopetrader-announcements/40krq0795r75rt61lxt8c2r6u2xhu30d8erl9v29/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:08:45 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/needing-to-lift-a-heavy-telescope-on-my-pier/observatories/rg4zec887f67b7dhwh7625yb1ep7065nw023pra1/Hey all, After an update of the mount in my observatory and now need to get the 14 inch F8 SCT on top it's new mount, but the top of the versa plate is right at 6 feet high. Besides, just trying to manhandle that scope up there. how is everyone else mounting their scopes onto the plate? https://scopetrader.com/forum/needing-to-lift-a-heavy-telescope-on-my-pier/observatories/rg4zec887f67b7dhwh7625yb1ep7065nw023pra1/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:46:08 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/pier-construction-questions/astronomy-telescope-beginners /jb3l34g0108wndjcag41135vz4l7x69d7z243sxx/I am looking for advice, experience, and opinions to help me formulate a decision on how to proceed with constructing a pier. I am looking at two primary options, but are open to other suggestions. 1. Pour a concrete base, or mount to an existing concrete slab, using a pre-made steel pier. 2. https://scopetrader.com/forum/pier-construction-questions/astronomy-telescope-beginners /jb3l34g0108wndjcag41135vz4l7x69d7z243sxx/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:49:59 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/theskyx-nina-kstars-or-asiair/observatories/236j549rswe3aca1jgkq04lh91um79m1n0x04t03/After installing the new SB MX+ mount in my observatory, the realization of what to use / how to use has hit me. So I've been refreshing myself on Nina (remote domes use this I've rented), along with the SkyX. I'm curious if anyone has a "recipe" for making TheSkyX / Nina feel a little bit more lhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/theskyx-nina-kstars-or-asiair/observatories/236j549rswe3aca1jgkq04lh91um79m1n0x04t03/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:17:58 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/july-issue-of-scopetrader-astronomy-magazine/scopetrader-announcements/b8631r7ffbd1ls83n0192m08tah7va8zyl63qg74/Hi everyone! The July 2024 issue of ScopeTrader is a here! Dive into the quest for the perfect telescope mount, explore cutting-edge astronomy innovations, and uncover fascinating historical insights. Highlights include the new APM collimator, Altair's long focal length APO, a SpaceX proposal to https://scopetrader.com/forum/july-issue-of-scopetrader-astronomy-magazine/scopetrader-announcements/b8631r7ffbd1ls83n0192m08tah7va8zyl63qg74/Mon, 01 Jul 2024 20:02:22 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/what-filters-to-use-for-astrophotography-narrowband:-how-narrow-is-too-narrow/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/7t76v13ljb9a63h34g00rec97s0eckt8l0g75z3f/Did everyone catch this incredible article about what narrowband image filters to use for astrophotography? It especially dives deep into the value of different image filters and the bandpass of each. https://scopetrader.com/astrophotography-filters:-how-narrow-is-too-narrow/ This investigahttps://scopetrader.com/forum/what-filters-to-use-for-astrophotography-narrowband:-how-narrow-is-too-narrow/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/7t76v13ljb9a63h34g00rec97s0eckt8l0g75z3f/Mon, 01 Jul 2024 20:23:21 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/m27-dumbbell-nebula-with-a-takahashi-fsq106edx4-instrument/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/361uhfjls7n931caukc95wg52672000u89lwlgm5/I finally got around to fully processing 4 hours of data from the Takahashi FSQ106EDX4 on the M27 Dumbbell nebula. The full details of the shot are here: https://ozarkhillsobservatory.com/m27-dumbbell-nebula-with-a-takahashi-fsq106edx4-instrument/ Summary: Date: July 2nd, 2024 Directionhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/m27-dumbbell-nebula-with-a-takahashi-fsq106edx4-instrument/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/361uhfjls7n931caukc95wg52672000u89lwlgm5/Sat, 13 Jul 2024 16:20:50 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/elephant's-trunk-nebula-with-my-takahashi-fsq-106-edx4-and-2600mm/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/d6u2jc6rq651j406yu61s6vskemb0gd046t62n62/Greetings all, here to present my latest efforts on the Elephant's Trunk Nebula - IC1396 using the portable rig on the AM5. Full details here: https://ozarkhillsobservatory.com/ic-1396-elephants-trunk-nebula-from-the-ozarks/ Elephant's Trunk Nebula IC 1396 astrophoto acquisition details Dathttps://scopetrader.com/forum/elephant's-trunk-nebula-with-my-takahashi-fsq-106-edx4-and-2600mm/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/d6u2jc6rq651j406yu61s6vskemb0gd046t62n62/Thu, 18 Jul 2024 19:04:59 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/video-collimation-kits-for-1.25--and--2.00-inch-focusers/vendor-and-group-announcements/l72vl0jjdb74s98xny0m9d350mu8b3b6v45h56y2/I have followed with great interest the adventures of newbies and oldbies helping each other with collimating scopes and volunteering my (hopefully helpful) suggestions now and again. Of particular inspiration, I noticed Vic Menard often assists individuals who, by taking a photo through a collimhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/video-collimation-kits-for-1.25--and--2.00-inch-focusers/vendor-and-group-announcements/l72vl0jjdb74s98xny0m9d350mu8b3b6v45h56y2/Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:48:47 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/gear-drive-focusing-kits-for-redcats-and-other-focus-ring-scopes/vendor-and-group-announcements/kcr6n42x8xrz7g5g18tf4046zd79383t76wfawp6/Hi All, Attached are photos of our crossbar + gear focus system on a WO redcat. It uses a Seamless Focus Gear Ring that doesn't slip even on smooth or stiff focus rings. It is easily stretched and pulled over the camera/telescope focus ring to provide gear teeth that engage in an exact match withttps://scopetrader.com/forum/gear-drive-focusing-kits-for-redcats-and-other-focus-ring-scopes/vendor-and-group-announcements/kcr6n42x8xrz7g5g18tf4046zd79383t76wfawp6/Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:54:15 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/affordable-artificial-star-for-aligning-scts-and-other-scopes/vendor-and-group-announcements/3u715kpxm94pqy6s0arzf73yl7898549pkse61e3/Hello All, Continuing my adventure with aligning my Orange Tube SCT indoors with an artificial star based on our Starlite Mini LED flashlight. The "pinhole" is a chip of laser film printed black with a small clear dot for the pinhole (see photo) which I find is working great! But wait thhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/affordable-artificial-star-for-aligning-scts-and-other-scopes/vendor-and-group-announcements/3u715kpxm94pqy6s0arzf73yl7898549pkse61e3/Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:56:31 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/usb-nframe-cameraimager-rotatorframer/vendor-and-group-announcements/5p4n17hwad776zz00j1742czzse9q6x773gm8nd7/Robust and rigid with powerful STEPPER motor for position accuracy and repeatability The usb-nFRAME rotated using our high power stepper under control of our usb-nFRAME controller to assure angular accuracy and repeatability to fractions of a degree. The usb-nFRAME software is fully ASCOM complihttps://scopetrader.com/forum/usb-nframe-cameraimager-rotatorframer/vendor-and-group-announcements/5p4n17hwad776zz00j1742czzse9q6x773gm8nd7/Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:58:16 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/18-hours-of-veil-nebula-wide-field/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/bp81v82kz9c6ge6j33z2gk4qqx4236r0y48f7u5r/Shot over 4 nights in the Ozarks, below is my interpretation of the data from the scope/camera combo used for 18.5 hours of data. I'm especially impressed with the Ha footprint, which I attached the Ha stacked frame below as well for review. Full shot details are on my website: https://ozarhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/18-hours-of-veil-nebula-wide-field/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/bp81v82kz9c6ge6j33z2gk4qqx4236r0y48f7u5r/Fri, 09 Aug 2024 11:50:45 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/you-can-now-add-paypal-check-out-option-to-any-classifieds/scopetrader-announcements/wre2zb307k1pa4fxz7y688dw546987eufzdb7537/We're excited to announce a new feature in ScopeTrader Astronomy Classifieds: the "Buy Now" option! Sellers can now enable PayPal payments, allowing buyers to purchase items instantly. To enable this feature: 1. Go to your account settings. 2. Edit your profile, add your PayPal address in the "https://scopetrader.com/forum/you-can-now-add-paypal-check-out-option-to-any-classifieds/scopetrader-announcements/wre2zb307k1pa4fxz7y688dw546987eufzdb7537/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:25:36 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/am5n-worth-it-or-not/mounts/vu64sj1f6kqe3c464r7kva486usx9761v705t9vj/I have the AM5 original mount, and can proudly guide at .3 easily. Any AM5 to AM5N converts out there that can testify to the worthyness? https://scopetrader.com/forum/am5n-worth-it-or-not/mounts/vu64sj1f6kqe3c464r7kva486usx9761v705t9vj/Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:39:59 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/andromeda-oxygen-arc---anyone-else-ever-found-it/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/g9v2b7ebp6u04k760qh93485rb3f08mwjdm851af/I am currently on a long project with Andromeda to try and find the Oxygen arc Bray Falls and Marcel Drechsler discovered. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9sqPHiCypE https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.3847/2515-5172/acaf7e?fbclid=IwAR12grzwnrY-GHKDBsR9sp9s3sMGPR-hQb2-TBZbi3cNsNfbCJW-98wkG6https://scopetrader.com/forum/andromeda-oxygen-arc---anyone-else-ever-found-it/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/g9v2b7ebp6u04k760qh93485rb3f08mwjdm851af/Sun, 01 Sep 2024 15:47:19 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/asiair-and-software-bisque-mounts/mounts/637rw421274yexjqr5a86b8qsp5kxh8243y0n4qz/I have read several posts on Software Bisque's website, along with others on cloudy nights, about how to get the ASIAir to work with a Software Bisque mount. I have the SB MX+ and I've got good news - sort of... It will work. You can connect to the mount from the ASIAir, but there are a few odhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/asiair-and-software-bisque-mounts/mounts/637rw421274yexjqr5a86b8qsp5kxh8243y0n4qz/Sun, 15 Sep 2024 13:57:29 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ddw-(digital-dome-works)-es6-shutter-cable-replacement-help/observatories/q763xr15ce5986287b2wgyh1w57bygjy377u7jrp/We have one of the older ES6 domes on my roof with the Digital Dome Works shutter motor that is a corkscrew open/close. The shutter cable frayed and broke many moons ago (10 years) and we operate the door manually...from a ladder...with a broom handle... I have made several attempts at installhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ddw-(digital-dome-works)-es6-shutter-cable-replacement-help/observatories/q763xr15ce5986287b2wgyh1w57bygjy377u7jrp/Sun, 22 Sep 2024 09:56:21 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/october-2024-issue-is-here!/scopetrader-announcements/868pel3e6uq4hvb302yujr3257wpt401enk2z236/Hey everyone, check out the latest issue of ScopeTrader, October 2024 https://scopetrader.com/magazine/october-2024 https://scopetrader.com/forum/october-2024-issue-is-here!/scopetrader-announcements/868pel3e6uq4hvb302yujr3257wpt401enk2z236/Wed, 02 Oct 2024 08:12:15 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/pleiades-in-the-early-fall/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/8h04ls9gsv02tl79xw15397hx75e1zz7kmlg09s0/I aimed my portable rig on wheels towards the Pleiades (M45) cluster for 5.5 hours. It's always such a rewarding target! 22 frames each of RGB 300-second exposures (5.5 hours total integration time) Takahashi FSQ-106-EDX4 telescope AM5 mount ZWO 6200MM camera Chroma RGB filters https://scopetrader.com/forum/pleiades-in-the-early-fall/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/8h04ls9gsv02tl79xw15397hx75e1zz7kmlg09s0/Sat, 05 Oct 2024 15:52:45 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/c2023-a3-(tsuchinshan–atlas)-over-springfield-mo/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/45b1q0g43scf4cx4u4am517tt8x8mv3729e4uey0/Hi all, I was able to capture a lovely shot of C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshanandndash;ATLAS) over Springfield, Mo tonight using my Canon gear and Rokinon lens. The full post is here: https://ozarkhillsobservatory.com/capturing-comet-c2023-tsuchinshan-atlas-over-springfield-missouri/ https://scopetrader.com/forum/c2023-a3-(tsuchinshan–atlas)-over-springfield-mo/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/45b1q0g43scf4cx4u4am517tt8x8mv3729e4uey0/Sun, 13 Oct 2024 21:42:53 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/scopetrader-astronomy-magazine-november-2024-is-here!/scopetrader-announcements/6ed3s7qmffh5j6520sz6z7339654pg1gnxu30x3u/ (click the cover image above to read now) The November 2024 issue of ScopeTrader is here Hey-hey! It's November! Just 54 days until Christmas :) We're excited to announce that your November issue of ScopeTrader is ready to view, along with our new online reader! This updated reader inclhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/scopetrader-astronomy-magazine-november-2024-is-here!/scopetrader-announcements/6ed3s7qmffh5j6520sz6z7339654pg1gnxu30x3u/Sat, 02 Nov 2024 11:53:58 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/Hi, I am trying to figure out the a good optical train for my 10inch LX850, I have seen solutions using a feathertouch focuser, would appreciate some input on what specific gear to get to make that work with my ZWO6200 (full frame), and ZWO eaf thanks erik https://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/Fri, 29 Nov 2024 03:27:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/sho-sho-sho-it's-ngc-1893-and-ic-405-together-in-a-wide-field/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/vg96f34b172u3gnlaa699tb2ah83u2s8kx280b3s/On December 4, 2024, I had one of those perfect, clear nights at the Observatory. I was waiting for Orion to come up for more acquisition on another project, and I had around 3 hours to capture something else. So I went for a wide-field image of two well-known nebulae in Auriga andmdash; NGC 1893https://scopetrader.com/forum/sho-sho-sho-it's-ngc-1893-and-ic-405-together-in-a-wide-field/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/vg96f34b172u3gnlaa699tb2ah83u2s8kx280b3s/Sat, 07 Dec 2024 11:30:54 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-normal-orion-and-friends-with-the-takahashi-fsq-106-edx4/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/v6m242q7ml25d3x52vvh341p9gt82nb46h6tb3wg/An Orion Nebula photo with subtle processing: minimal data stretching, soft vibrance, and balanced saturation and contrast for a natural, authentic look - I think anyway. I grow weary of seeing Orion in so many bright, bloated, and unnatural colors. It took about 9 hours over two nights on thihttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-normal-orion-and-friends-with-the-takahashi-fsq-106-edx4/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/v6m242q7ml25d3x52vvh341p9gt82nb46h6tb3wg/Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:55:36 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/viewing-scopetrader-offline/scopetrader-feedback/99a810lwde62z71ax14vzcjd7wuw6c718b686b5m/Is there any way to downlod ScopeTrader so it can be read offline? When I paid to subscribe, I thought it would be viewable offline like other e-journals. It looks like one either views it online in a browser or not at all or am I missing something? If it can't be read offline, I won't be paying forhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/viewing-scopetrader-offline/scopetrader-feedback/99a810lwde62z71ax14vzcjd7wuw6c718b686b5m/Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:37:12 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/outside-tonight-clear-in-the-ozarks-finally!/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/3z3m785467ln8jl77g6r9gcz8klq3th8xt686kz4/I've got my Tak 106 EDX4, 6200MM, Chroma -and finally a clear night in the Ozarks! https://scopetrader.com/forum/outside-tonight-clear-in-the-ozarks-finally!/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/3z3m785467ln8jl77g6r9gcz8klq3th8xt686kz4/Tue, 20 May 2025 20:47:51 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/Please bare with me as a rant, but I gotta say this.. I just saw the Cloudy Nights post where they claim they're getting over 500 million page views a year. Yeahandmdash;half a billion. I had to read that twice, then I did what any sane person with an analytics background would do: I checked. https://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 08:12:15 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/refractor-advice/equipment/6k41f2j22vdhth36v64c30q881l20d47ap1umzuu/Thinking about purchasing an Askar SQA85 or a Williams Optics Redcat 91. Any advice about choosing one over the other? https://scopetrader.com/forum/refractor-advice/equipment/6k41f2j22vdhth36v64c30q881l20d47ap1umzuu/Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:38:09 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-gentle-invitation-from-scopetrader-our-astronomy-forums-don't-have-annoying-ads-:)/scopetrader-announcements/70d6n6r1nl7r1n78dg35f6l5n67y6cmca1b87ey8/Hey everyone! We wanted to share a gentle reminder that the ScopeTrader astronomy forums are wide open and ready for you. These forums are built for you andmdash; a place where we can gather, swap observing stories, share that "one perfect shot," and trade insights that only fellow stargazers canhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-gentle-invitation-from-scopetrader-our-astronomy-forums-don't-have-annoying-ads-:)/scopetrader-announcements/70d6n6r1nl7r1n78dg35f6l5n67y6cmca1b87ey8/Sun, 29 Jun 2025 14:40:32 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/from-storm-soaked-to-sizzling---missouri-weather-whiplash!-(buy-hey-it's-clear)/general-observing-and-astronomy/48pucah1940unq344hyztg75p896n47yd7jtj433/Well, the rain finally packed up and left, and we've got clear skies again here in Missouri (for now) which, for us telescope folks, is always a win. But holy molyandhellip; the heat. We're staring down the barrel of triple digits this week, and I'm pretty sure I started melting just walking to the https://scopetrader.com/forum/from-storm-soaked-to-sizzling---missouri-weather-whiplash!-(buy-hey-it's-clear)/general-observing-and-astronomy/48pucah1940unq344hyztg75p896n47yd7jtj433/Sun, 20 Jul 2025 16:38:40 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-seestar-s30-pro-vs-vaonis-vespera-ii/smart-telescopes/f55zw11rwr8c73sz0a26faq5530mf0512ues8l0n/Hey all, I am in the market for a compact smart telescope to take on trips and camping separate from my primary rig. I go camping quite frequently, typically in more remote sites and sometimes in the back country, so I would like to take advantage of the opportunities I am missing out on without hahttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-seestar-s30-pro-vs-vaonis-vespera-ii/smart-telescopes/f55zw11rwr8c73sz0a26faq5530mf0512ues8l0n/Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:06:54 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/primary-controller/equipment/ug3t15980cg8124tp378rsal27da4km74v9bj7my/Hey all, I'm upgrading my ASI 1600MM Pro and switching to the QHY MiniCam8 to move to a back-illuminated sensor. This will break my current setup using the ASIAIR and I will have to switch over to a new controller. I am considering switching to a windows-based mini-pc controller, but I'm open https://scopetrader.com/forum/primary-controller/equipment/ug3t15980cg8124tp378rsal27da4km74v9bj7my/Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:50:54 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8/equipment/691bnn53s40l9zh923gc04f15f57j1nxwu64tqvj/I've finally pulled the trigger on a new QHY Mini Cam 8 and I'm really excited to see what she can do. Currently using the ASI 1600MM Pro with a set of 6nm Astronomik filters, but I'm looking forward to the massively increased well depth, back illuminated sensor, and the incredibly low read noishttps://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8/equipment/691bnn53s40l9zh923gc04f15f57j1nxwu64tqvj/Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:33:39 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8---first-light!/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/jsp1hj3du6vyb5376705hh6lyp9g4lcm224223w3/I recently acquired a QHY Mini Cam 8 and boy, am I impressed! Yes, the sensor is small, but WOW does it pack a punch! Here is a sample of my first short stack. This is using the recommended gain value of 80 with 0 offset. I took nine 300s subs, subtracted a master bias (50x1s, stacked), and sthttps://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8---first-light!/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/jsp1hj3du6vyb5376705hh6lyp9g4lcm224223w3/Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:20:34 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/guide-scope-vs-off-axis-guiding-in-astrophotography/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/p00f490d744c3fsjl40dj831qcgn1fgmz02f378z/Sharing our latest video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjx-D8HFOZw https://scopetrader.com/forum/guide-scope-vs-off-axis-guiding-in-astrophotography/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/p00f490d744c3fsjl40dj831qcgn1fgmz02f378z/Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:00:16 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/takahashi-epsilon-160ed-and-atik-16200-m31-andromeda-galaxy/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/n7f8mz1fb5j6126gnqf1xq8h6ufk31020fw6164e/At last, a stretch of clear skies allowed me to capture new data on M31, the Andromeda Galaxy, using the Takahashi Epsilon 160ED astrograph and a still very relivent camera - the ATIK 16200 using Astronomic filters Instrumentation Astrophotographer: Richard Harris Telescope: Takahttps://scopetrader.com/forum/takahashi-epsilon-160ed-and-atik-16200-m31-andromeda-galaxy/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/n7f8mz1fb5j6126gnqf1xq8h6ufk31020fw6164e/Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:06:52 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/it's-indescribably-beautiful!-clear-astronomy-weather!/general-observing-and-astronomy/pp197ftr4g93008kt7zvn8bl648wcnt8j4dy6977/Bring on the cool, crisp nights in the Ozarks! https://scopetrader.com/forum/it's-indescribably-beautiful!-clear-astronomy-weather!/general-observing-and-astronomy/pp197ftr4g93008kt7zvn8bl648wcnt8j4dy6977/Sat, 06 Sep 2025 10:29:54 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/petition-en7346-on-light-pollution/light-pollution/k2w6s9hp9n113wy372j857c7l64xwe8jvh8pl13n/Every country in the world should be doing this, way to go Australia! https://scopetrader.com/australians-urged-to-sign-petition-en7346-on-light-pollution/ https://scopetrader.com/forum/petition-en7346-on-light-pollution/light-pollution/k2w6s9hp9n113wy372j857c7l64xwe8jvh8pl13n/Sat, 06 Sep 2025 10:34:17 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/bisque-mx+-mount-woes---error-24002-ding-ding-ding-ding/mounts/984p5c79tufecb20h69azfa3vd015zgfe82111v9/I'm running into an inconsistent problem with my Software Bisque MX+ mount. Some days it refuses to home at startup and won't slew at all. Then the very next day, from a cold start with power completely off beforehand, it will home flawlessly and slew to a dozen sky targets without issue. It can rephttps://scopetrader.com/forum/bisque-mx+-mount-woes---error-24002-ding-ding-ding-ding/mounts/984p5c79tufecb20h69azfa3vd015zgfe82111v9/Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:24:48 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/mlastro-sal-33-mount-batch-#1-sold-out-in-11-minutes!/mounts/85p6m7b0gd60g12l439v2tk322kurfgp8u69r4za/Looks like MLAstro sold out of the SAL-33 in record time, 11 minutes for 50 mounts?! Batch 2 is now in pre-order but without the discount. I'm curious, who got in on batch #1? https://scopetrader.com/forum/mlastro-sal-33-mount-batch-#1-sold-out-in-11-minutes!/mounts/85p6m7b0gd60g12l439v2tk322kurfgp8u69r4za/Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:39:00 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/astronomical-autumn-2025-begins-today!/general-observing-and-astronomy/8r78knel9994vn71284av59yj827wyenayj16nx0/At 2:19 P.M. EDT today, the Sun crosses the celestial equator, marking the autumnal equinox. For a brief moment, day and night share equal length as the Northern Hemisphere bids farewell to summer and welcomes the start of astronomical autumn. Meanwhile, in the Southern Hemisphere, winter ends and shttps://scopetrader.com/forum/astronomical-autumn-2025-begins-today!/general-observing-and-astronomy/8r78knel9994vn71284av59yj827wyenayj16nx0/Mon, 22 Sep 2025 07:18:02 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/autofocus-issues/astronomy-telescope-beginners/p35a81755p97y47zuf4298bg2jxy4tpfsxxr9h04/Hey all, I've been running into a weird issue after switching to the QHYMinicam8 with the integrated filter wheel. I was previously using the ZWO ASI 1600MM Pro with 1.25" filters in a ZWO filter wheel, but since switching to the QHY I seem to have issues any time autofocus happens when the SII fhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/autofocus-issues/astronomy-telescope-beginners/p35a81755p97y47zuf4298bg2jxy4tpfsxxr9h04/Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:37:53 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/unable-to-write-dome.connected-property-ascom-issue/observatories/s6q6w1z6x3dp69mh1e63l0v8b6uczk41aga70575/I'm running a 6 foot Technical Innovations Home Dome with Digital Dome Works hardware and software. I'm trying to control the dome in NINA through ASCOM. The DDW application connects reliably on COM 3 via USB to serial. I have ASCOM Platform 7 installed and the latest DDW ASCOM driver. However, whenhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/unable-to-write-dome.connected-property-ascom-issue/observatories/s6q6w1z6x3dp69mh1e63l0v8b6uczk41aga70575/Sat, 27 Sep 2025 07:38:48 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/california-nebula-like-you've-never-seen-it-(ngc-1499)/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/tx6839dtwmt599973s3q7crp2kcf438lejs090n8/Finally a solid week of clear skies! My latest work here! Welcoming all comments! Astrophotographer: Richard Harris Object: NGC 1499 California Nebula Date: September 28th - October 3rd, 2025 Location: Strafford, Missouri USA Telescope: Takahashi FSQ-106EDX4 with 0.7X 645 Reducer (380 mm) Mohttps://scopetrader.com/forum/california-nebula-like-you've-never-seen-it-(ngc-1499)/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/tx6839dtwmt599973s3q7crp2kcf438lejs090n8/Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:57:47 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/I just installed StellarMate X OS for Mini PCs on my Eagle 4, and wow - this setup absolutely rocks. Coming from the NINA world, running TheSkyX with a Bisque MX+ inside a Digital Dome Works observatory from TI, I was used to fighting with dome geometry, drivers, and endless ASCOM headaches. Nighhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:20:20 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/the-moon-and-the-morning-in-the-ozarks/earth-weather-and-sky/mbdv7rwkxj2b57w9pk5c314et59j480gu015343u/Walking the dog, I caught this view looking east andmdash; the clouds seemed like a fire that was raging, but the Moon hung there quietly in the distance, calm and untouched. https://scopetrader.com/forum/the-moon-and-the-morning-in-the-ozarks/earth-weather-and-sky/mbdv7rwkxj2b57w9pk5c314et59j480gu015343u/Sat, 18 Oct 2025 10:56:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/al-nagler-died-doing-what-he-loved-at-90-years-old/scopetrader-announcements/9zdq3xpp112an7496g09gx8k91fvq005h6nd0lh2/What a sad day, but also one that reminds of of how precious every moment of life is. It's difficult to measure a life like Al Nagler's in words alone. His legacy isn't just found in glass and metal, but in the hearts of every stargazer who's ever gasped at Saturn through a Tele Vue eyepiece or thttps://scopetrader.com/forum/al-nagler-died-doing-what-he-loved-at-90-years-old/scopetrader-announcements/9zdq3xpp112an7496g09gx8k91fvq005h6nd0lh2/Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:41:06 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/aurora-borealis!/earth-weather-and-sky/y72ze05gd68sv2n1g1j324yd34bh0khk4ba6638c/Hey all, I know we've been building towards Solar Maximum and boy is it showing! I managed to grab a great Aurora Borealis image from down here in The Ozarks, even despite my Bortle 5 skies (and those pesky lights)! https://scopetrader.com/forum/aurora-borealis!/earth-weather-and-sky/y72ze05gd68sv2n1g1j324yd34bh0khk4ba6638c/Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:45:38 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/best-rasa-11-v2-6200mm-combo-option-for-filters/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/60rx7m1zmds5sbu8u8059f1238cg1bfll89d44j5/I just took delivery of a new RASA 11" V2, and as someone who likes to switch filters often for a variety of targets, I really want the full buffet of LRGB + SHO. I'm not an OSC kind of astrophotographer and don't really plan on using one, so for me the ideal setup would normally be a filter wheelanhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/best-rasa-11-v2-6200mm-combo-option-for-filters/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/60rx7m1zmds5sbu8u8059f1238cg1bfll89d44j5/Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:07:06 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/december-2025-scopetrader:-how-to-use-a-new-telescope/scopetrader-announcements/4m6l23e9ft7ueu7lu7x1q201wsc0f3j8p0h1z447/Hey everyone, The December 2025 issue of ScopeTrader is live! If you (or someone you know) is finding a long, heavy box under the tree this year, this is the issue you need. We've done a deep dive on "How to use your new telescope" - essentially a manual on how not to accidentally point it at https://scopetrader.com/forum/december-2025-scopetrader:-how-to-use-a-new-telescope/scopetrader-announcements/4m6l23e9ft7ueu7lu7x1q201wsc0f3j8p0h1z447/Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:49:51 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/video-collimation-using-an-aline-iphone-and-ipad/relecting-telescopes/1taqdu9t1462020zaz61rvk88fzw57x6n95hr3v7/Well I have finally tracked down an iPhone/iPAD app that lets me superimpose collimation rings and supports focusing/exposure/etc.. of the iPhone camera from the iPad! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/remote-camera-control-via-air/id6470156115 It allow me to import an png file (attached) on https://scopetrader.com/forum/video-collimation-using-an-aline-iphone-and-ipad/relecting-telescopes/1taqdu9t1462020zaz61rvk88fzw57x6n95hr3v7/Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:16:54 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-orion-m42-image-test/smart-telescopes/50t64m61975znlly43f215b3her9mp58ca52ewns/Seestar S30 Pro 3 hours Equtorial mode 180 X 60 second exposures 3/4 moon No filter Processed in Pixinsight and Photoshop https://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-orion-m42-image-test/smart-telescopes/50t64m61975znlly43f215b3her9mp58ca52ewns/Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:50:51 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-andromeda-galaxy-(m31)-image-test/smart-telescopes/4pp66f70kyej20s4k91u57339dvy6789tksl0aka/Seestar S30 Pro 2 hours Equtorial mode 90 X 120 second exposures 3/4 moon No filter Processed in internally on Seestar, boosted slightly in Photoshop after https://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-andromeda-galaxy-(m31)-image-test/smart-telescopes/4pp66f70kyej20s4k91u57339dvy6789tksl0aka/Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:58:04 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-comet-24p-image-test/smart-telescopes/06u75vqvxj26wwp1et0p6497b87440u4xk8eg3pm/Seestar S30 Pro 18 minutes Equtorial mode 18 X 60 second exposures 3/4 moon No filter Processed with Seestar S30 Pro internal, final adjustments made in Photoshop https://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-comet-24p-image-test/smart-telescopes/06u75vqvxj26wwp1et0p6497b87440u4xk8eg3pm/Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:05:03 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/first-light-with-the-seestar-s30-pro---the-winter-giants/smart-telescopes/1uf9a8ry4hd75tr2lf470vhk1029gxy3544vla25/I am still putting the Seestar S30 through its paces. This little telescope continues to amaze me. 5 years ago, I never would have thought that 30mm optics could produce anything of this quality. First Light with the Seestar S30 Pro - The Winter Giants Captured with Seestar S30 Pro smart teleshttps://scopetrader.com/forum/first-light-with-the-seestar-s30-pro---the-winter-giants/smart-telescopes/1uf9a8ry4hd75tr2lf470vhk1029gxy3544vla25/Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:44:47 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-problems-made-me-switch-back-to-asiair/observatories/svmp5ld302242742e6u0rz9k35d96p477xtyknsf/For now, I've decided to step away from the StellarMate platform and return to ASIAIR, mainly for the sake of consistency and peace of mind. Each night in the observatory I start out hopeful that StellarMate will perform reliably, but too often the session ends up being spent troubleshooting. I findhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-problems-made-me-switch-back-to-asiair/observatories/svmp5ld302242742e6u0rz9k35d96p477xtyknsf/Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:04:05 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/another-aurora!/earth-weather-and-sky/j33m400pl256vlx9q7c4kbl66pu95c8vhr0m89j4/It looks like we've got more activity in the atmosphere that will let more of us northern-hemisphereans enjoy the beauty of the auroras! Projections from NOAA are indicating a "G4" category geomagnetic storm headed our way from a large CME observed from 1/18. Currently the forecast indicates lahttps://scopetrader.com/forum/another-aurora!/earth-weather-and-sky/j33m400pl256vlx9q7c4kbl66pu95c8vhr0m89j4/Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:28:43 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-teases-am7-release!/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/0gzp18e8ppfm463gg75bk9ml2m21f1s6vk8676b9/Check it out! ZWO AM7 mount is coming soon - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pyQoB3iaZuA https://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-teases-am7-release!/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/0gzp18e8ppfm463gg75bk9ml2m21f1s6vk8676b9/Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:24:43 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/minicam8-review-plus-more-inside-our-february-2026-issue!/scopetrader-announcements/59938c0w4u8x5768e7k2dw52ngly3qfnp3e8gpp6/Our February issue is here, and it's all about that MiniCam8 Mono bundleandhellip; no colorandhellip; (plus the AM7) andmdash; and more! We've got hands-on results, real-world captures, and plenty of gear goodness inside. And a huge shout-out to everyone who submitted to the Starfront Expo for thttps://scopetrader.com/forum/minicam8-review-plus-more-inside-our-february-2026-issue!/scopetrader-announcements/59938c0w4u8x5768e7k2dw52ngly3qfnp3e8gpp6/Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:01:24 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/classified-listings/scopetrader-feedback/tkspt9tc6hb1k5601ae3y8e5367ta38d37k835sm/In the past coupel days the Cassified Listing seems to not be working properly. It displays around 100 total listing, parenthesis after catagory, but far fewer are shown when opening the catagory. Many listings that were there last week are are now gone. Is there some ongoing issue? https://scopetrader.com/forum/classified-listings/scopetrader-feedback/tkspt9tc6hb1k5601ae3y8e5367ta38d37k835sm/Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:14:57 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-am7-review/mounts/98t9z0pj166mn0j75an60akjrv4bs8t116bk45q2/I've been enjoying the ZWO AM7 mount in the observatory for a little over a month now, and I've been doing what I always end up doing with new gear: putting it through the kind of comparisons I wish more reviews included. I've been stacking it up against the AM5, the Rainbow RST-300, and even the hehttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-am7-review/mounts/98t9z0pj166mn0j75an60akjrv4bs8t116bk45q2/Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:38:12 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/why-we-photograph-the-cosmos-and-what-it-teaches-us-about-ourselves/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/k4tshlew682u39x26aq9p919tz3y07x2a95b8d2u/Hey everyone, my latest work for ZWO is published on their website and I figured some of you here might enjoy it. It is not a gear review and it is not a how to guide. It is more of a reflective piece that sits somewhere between astrophotography, cosmology, and the personal journey a lot of us enhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/why-we-photograph-the-cosmos-and-what-it-teaches-us-about-ourselves/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/k4tshlew682u39x26aq9p919tz3y07x2a95b8d2u/Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:54:57 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/astrophotography-and-the-cold-pro-tips-article/scopetrader-announcements/103073kqpmgqgw634s62wtpq332r5hed005w9j9m/The latest installment in my writing with ZWO. Who doesn't like snow, at least for a little while? It changes everything. The world looks quieter, the landscape feels fresh, and even the daytime seems a bit cleaner. Snow is pretty, sure, but it is also cold enough to remind you quickly that wintehttps://scopetrader.com/forum/astrophotography-and-the-cold-pro-tips-article/scopetrader-announcements/103073kqpmgqgw634s62wtpq332r5hed005w9j9m/Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:49:38 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-shoutout-to-the-talented-women-of-astrophotography-today!/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/85v56n18t31b8pvflxpr07yu8zv3s86u9kl3j145/I recently had the opportunity to sit down with two trailblazing women in astrophotography and learn a little more about what makes them tick. The conversations were relaxed, insightful, and genuinely fun. It felt less like an interview and more like the kind of discussion you have with fellow astrohttps://scopetrader.com/forum/a-shoutout-to-the-talented-women-of-astrophotography-today!/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/85v56n18t31b8pvflxpr07yu8zv3s86u9kl3j145/Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:18:35 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ghost-in-the-dome/observatories/fud4g609a3bu6zdp700k85rvt40p21qz7s5pu759/I'm not entirely sure how to explain this, but I'm starting to suspect my observatory is haunted. After months of troubleshooting SM dome syncing, I've reached a very scientific conclusion: everything works perfectlyandhellip; until I go to bed. Then it completely loses its mind. For sanity chhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ghost-in-the-dome/observatories/fud4g609a3bu6zdp700k85rvt40p21qz7s5pu759/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:53:39 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/medium-format-astrophotography-and-tec-180-fl/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/08xqp521df78h24kq0wkcz88h9217g12d4zpu1pk/I recently made the move into medium format imaging. I have been working with full frame for years, and it has served me well, but the idea of opening things up even further with optics that are fully capable of it was hard to ignore. Once you step into that sensor size, everything else has to fohttps://scopetrader.com/forum/medium-format-astrophotography-and-tec-180-fl/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/08xqp521df78h24kq0wkcz88h9217g12d4zpu1pk/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:55:25 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ioptron-ieq30-pro-mount/mounts/9j21k248199frxe50wa303g66a1asgfutt06b3yx/And oldie but a goodie here, when the iOptron iEQ30 Pro mount was used in the Panoptes Exoplanet Search: https://scopetrader.com/ioptron-ieq30-pro-mount-performance-in-the-panoptes-exoplanet-search/ Panoptes is designed to discover transiting exoplanets by watching large sections of the sky over https://scopetrader.com/forum/ioptron-ieq30-pro-mount/mounts/9j21k248199frxe50wa303g66a1asgfutt06b3yx/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:11:33 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/ngc-6888-cresent-nebula-in-sho-hubble-or-hoo/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/ls1t4e34u46z5s9pgrr3w90py768sq9eg77s1k11/#v23d0y611gvlq3rc16360tb8bd1n8me75y4d72jpI thought I would also add the "final" image here for comparison. (lower quality) https://scopetrader.com/forum/ngc-6888-cresent-nebula-in-sho-hubble-or-hoo/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/ls1t4e34u46z5s9pgrr3w90py768sq9eg77s1k11/#v23d0y611gvlq3rc16360tb8bd1n8me75y4d72jpSat, 01 Jun 2024 10:23:59 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/have-you-seen-a-ufo-share-your-unexplained-sky-sightings/general-observing-and-astronomy/wcrl0gfmf68650236jbs60t977d69m4plwy76n2g/#236643b72d3we23x69fabqm4n4jt6m28tuhp0js2This was about ten years ago. One night, coming home from town (Springfield, Mo) and pulling into our driveway, I witnessed something I never could explain. It was a completely silent object, silhouetting over in the night sky at around 5-8 degrees, and it seemed to be in a triangle shape. It https://scopetrader.com/forum/have-you-seen-a-ufo-share-your-unexplained-sky-sightings/general-observing-and-astronomy/wcrl0gfmf68650236jbs60t977d69m4plwy76n2g/#236643b72d3we23x69fabqm4n4jt6m28tuhp0js2Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:48:20 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/elephant's-trunk-nebula-with-my-takahashi-fsq-106-edx4-and-2600mm/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/d6u2jc6rq651j406yu61s6vskemb0gd046t62n62/#717la67gw8md18fa0mj5j0x27vfa77g31333uzzjStarless version here: https://scopetrader.com/forum/elephant's-trunk-nebula-with-my-takahashi-fsq-106-edx4-and-2600mm/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/d6u2jc6rq651j406yu61s6vskemb0gd046t62n62/#717la67gw8md18fa0mj5j0x27vfa77g31333uzzjThu, 18 Jul 2024 19:07:07 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/18-hours-of-veil-nebula-wide-field/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/bp81v82kz9c6ge6j33z2gk4qqx4236r0y48f7u5r/#asgty2u30y2216194l8j29m5gp2g6tft6q05hfe9You know that moment when you started at an image for way to long during processing, and you completely missed a gradient floating over everything!? Here's an update! Sorry for burning your retinas with my horrible gradients! Rich https://scopetrader.com/forum/18-hours-of-veil-nebula-wide-field/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/bp81v82kz9c6ge6j33z2gk4qqx4236r0y48f7u5r/#asgty2u30y2216194l8j29m5gp2g6tft6q05hfe9Sat, 10 Aug 2024 13:40:42 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/#gbu0r9w5wx167vlf76zmfj487045el8x0fu345h0Hey Erik, I have the 14" ACF F/8 and use the Feathertouch focuser at the back with a ZWO EAF for focusing. They are spendy but worth it. https://www.starlightinstruments.com The rough focus knob on the SCT is used for getting that monster mirror set, but once I get it in the correct focus https://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/#gbu0r9w5wx167vlf76zmfj487045el8x0fu345h0Fri, 29 Nov 2024 07:11:36 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/#hdd911v1e9way83c6188m913b7gyhw8uqp6xb929Thanks for reply! Do you happen to know exactly which one of their focuser you got? (there seems to be a few variants) + Does it attach directly to the OTA? thanks Erik https://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/#hdd911v1e9way83c6188m913b7gyhw8uqp6xb929Fri, 29 Nov 2024 08:54:37 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/#4409p55c7tkul893nxsy9zj944zz1s1s66za6p3jIt is the Starlight Instruments Feather Touch 'Shorty' dual-speed focuser: https://www.starlightinstruments.com/product/ftf2008bcr-feather-touch-rotatable-2-0-diameter-dual-speed-0-8-draw-tube-travel-brake-and-compression-ring-aka-shorty/ Make sure to order the one that screws directly to the https://scopetrader.com/forum/optical-train-for-lx850-10-inch/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/2tgz417sgy07qr565cphaq5pmf5393611xs5p83c/#4409p55c7tkul893nxsy9zj944zz1s1s66za6p3jSat, 30 Nov 2024 10:19:01 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/viewing-scopetrader-offline/scopetrader-feedback/99a810lwde62z71ax14vzcjd7wuw6c718b686b5m/#639k3v85qqqq3a0z68nu54vm2qawpw261j9q804zThanks for your feedbackandmdash;we truly appreciate it! First and foremost, we never want you to feel like your comments aren't valued or that your money isn't supporting a worthwhile astronomy resource. If you'd like a full refund, please feel free to reach out to us directly, and we'll take care https://scopetrader.com/forum/viewing-scopetrader-offline/scopetrader-feedback/99a810lwde62z71ax14vzcjd7wuw6c718b686b5m/#639k3v85qqqq3a0z68nu54vm2qawpw261j9q804zThu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:01 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/viewing-scopetrader-offline/scopetrader-feedback/99a810lwde62z71ax14vzcjd7wuw6c718b686b5m/#d31jwh54d8v7yt585g2zy2l4hsf72d5t847xd07fThere you go! I hope this makes it a bit easier to navigate. Keep me posted, we will probably keep improving on this to make sure getting the issues is slick and easy. https://scopetrader.com/forum/viewing-scopetrader-offline/scopetrader-feedback/99a810lwde62z71ax14vzcjd7wuw6c718b686b5m/#d31jwh54d8v7yt585g2zy2l4hsf72d5t847xd07fThu, 27 Feb 2025 08:19:01 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/#y9tkw2uegk2l43tbdc0d1e22174m0n2c495b775cI get that they're trying to squeeze a few bucks out of their siteandmdash;who isn't? But Google ads? That's like wallpapering your house with coupons. And those traffic numbers? Let's call it what it is: andlsquo;website activity.' Counting every page turn and bot crawl like it's the Macy's parade.https://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/#y9tkw2uegk2l43tbdc0d1e22174m0n2c495b775cTue, 03 Jun 2025 17:16:56 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/refractor-advice/equipment/6k41f2j22vdhth36v64c30q881l20d47ap1umzuu/#274k7b6p5j44443z9l37pq8c2nvghnkpp6s5l77fI've owned both Askar and William Optics gear, and while Askar makes solid, dependable scopes, the RedCat 91 is something special - and you can't go wrong with William Optics. https://scopetrader.com/forum/refractor-advice/equipment/6k41f2j22vdhth36v64c30q881l20d47ap1umzuu/#274k7b6p5j44443z9l37pq8c2nvghnkpp6s5l77fWed, 18 Jun 2025 19:43:28 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/#p5377kj7763clytt1unhe606114cdeu87c3t9ya5I noticed today that Cloudy Nights now has a full-screen pop-over ad takeover. Yikes, that's a bit much, folks! Surely there's a better wayandhellip; ahem ScopeTrader. https://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/#p5377kj7763clytt1unhe606114cdeu87c3t9ya5Sat, 12 Jul 2025 08:08:38 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/refractor-advice/equipment/6k41f2j22vdhth36v64c30q881l20d47ap1umzuu/#9l0yu59x8he1t5nn32u78f764hv2b51dk4qj6lg6The only WO scope I've owned is the RedCat51, but it was an excellent piece of gear and never disappointed. Not to mention the price! https://scopetrader.com/forum/refractor-advice/equipment/6k41f2j22vdhth36v64c30q881l20d47ap1umzuu/#9l0yu59x8he1t5nn32u78f764hv2b51dk4qj6lg6Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:36:03 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/primary-controller/equipment/ug3t15980cg8124tp378rsal27da4km74v9bj7my/#762tt6sr7kq3b6r99mref15g42h53673ml6r4jqvASIAir is great, but only if you use ZWO gear exclusively. Limited in some ways, strong in others. Some thoughts on the RB Focus are here: https://scopetrader.com/telescope-control-system-rb-focus-gaius-s2/ The pre-installed software and drivers are a plus, I grow a little wery of all-in-one https://scopetrader.com/forum/primary-controller/equipment/ug3t15980cg8124tp378rsal27da4km74v9bj7my/#762tt6sr7kq3b6r99mref15g42h53673ml6r4jqvMon, 28 Jul 2025 20:54:13 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8---first-light!/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/jsp1hj3du6vyb5376705hh6lyp9g4lcm224223w3/#t9fknbu98347w95ht18683sbd67g7s57r0zd5mvpLove it! Great job, nice framing of the western Veil (Caldwell 34). Slew a little more to get Pickerings triangle in there too! Looking forward to seeing more from this rig! https://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8---first-light!/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/jsp1hj3du6vyb5376705hh6lyp9g4lcm224223w3/#t9fknbu98347w95ht18683sbd67g7s57r0zd5mvpTue, 05 Aug 2025 10:25:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/takahashi-epsilon-160ed-and-atik-16200-m31-andromeda-galaxy/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/n7f8mz1fb5j6126gnqf1xq8h6ufk31020fw6164e/#j4v08w3f30s03ukw8165yws4e9se1cf7m0e36x8cVery nice! The natural look is impressive and the optical resolution is solid. I'm not even sure how much more data would improve that composition, at least without pixel peeping Haha https://scopetrader.com/forum/takahashi-epsilon-160ed-and-atik-16200-m31-andromeda-galaxy/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/n7f8mz1fb5j6126gnqf1xq8h6ufk31020fw6164e/#j4v08w3f30s03ukw8165yws4e9se1cf7m0e36x8cFri, 22 Aug 2025 11:42:10 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8---first-light!/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/jsp1hj3du6vyb5376705hh6lyp9g4lcm224223w3/#cyu4xj546qty0v10b2ak3d53rv19xg1t8821qt64Another successful night imaging! With a break in the weather I decided to attempt a very specific object: NGC 206. This star-forming region in M31 is often photographed, but rarely noticed or acknowledged and I wanted to see what my Askar FRA600 and the QHY MiniCam8 could do with it. I shot https://scopetrader.com/forum/qhy-mini-cam-8---first-light!/beginning-deep-sky-imaging/jsp1hj3du6vyb5376705hh6lyp9g4lcm224223w3/#cyu4xj546qty0v10b2ak3d53rv19xg1t8821qt64Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:09:22 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/pier-construction-questions/astronomy-telescope-beginners/jb3l34g0108wndjcag41135vz4l7x69d7z243sxx/#102p81jrg9pm4n3z65h1yb53a8whkr1l172tnb73I am also considering potentially leaving the tripod setup where it currently is, but building a free-standing "micro-building" around it with a hinged or split-hinged roof. I figure it would be somewhere around 4' square and about 5' tall with a peaked roof. The roof could either hinge off to one shttps://scopetrader.com/forum/pier-construction-questions/astronomy-telescope-beginners/jb3l34g0108wndjcag41135vz4l7x69d7z243sxx/#102p81jrg9pm4n3z65h1yb53a8whkr1l172tnb73Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:00:42 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/#5y43u1nwd035z0c22w803nw85epgz61k7bkt3q0eCloudy Nights is currently down for system maintenance - looks like they are upgrading a few things. Let's hope for something great! https://scopetrader.com/forum/500-million-page-views-really-cloudy-nights-come-off-it!/vendor-and-group-announcements/dfl5ydg6n3b0h379x7ld053cjy3s1a53m41e102m/#5y43u1nwd035z0c22w803nw85epgz61k7bkt3q0eFri, 10 Oct 2025 09:20:04 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#fs42slwaq6dga53e7h75492gh06a381ne27c0v7nLast night was my first offical - "actual" night with Stellarmate - and it was a smashing success! It wasn't without its share of hiccups, but most of those came from me learning the ropes and from having every piece of tech I own connected to the observatory at once. Between the iPhone 16 Pro Mahttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#fs42slwaq6dga53e7h75492gh06a381ne27c0v7nWed, 15 Oct 2025 07:41:14 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#j87zyd7615ad829pr74yenz43e03f5jadd5427tyAnyone else here using Ekos for remote control of thier equipment? https://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#j87zyd7615ad829pr74yenz43e03f5jadd5427tyFri, 17 Oct 2025 10:31:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/california-nebula-like-you've-never-seen-it-(ngc-1499)/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/tx6839dtwmt599973s3q7crp2kcf438lejs090n8/#0bc19k04bp93gn8uh98n8vp787yr41ht5vbgv588Great content, as always. You definitely have a way of honoring the natural beauty of the cosmos! https://scopetrader.com/forum/california-nebula-like-you've-never-seen-it-(ngc-1499)/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/tx6839dtwmt599973s3q7crp2kcf438lejs090n8/#0bc19k04bp93gn8uh98n8vp787yr41ht5vbgv588Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:47:18 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/best-rasa-11-v2-6200mm-combo-option-for-filters/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/60rx7m1zmds5sbu8u8059f1238cg1bfll89d44j5/#s196k6d944fuhx6h082xa57s1hha410jdzu1p58gQuick update! I'm currently experimenting with (gulp) putting a 2600MM Pro with the 7-filter CFW on it (GASP)... it's the small one, everyone sit down.. and I know, I know andndash; but I did some diligence here and I think it might just work. Here me out. The wheel on my setup is about 150 mmhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/best-rasa-11-v2-6200mm-combo-option-for-filters/experienced-deep-sky-imaging/60rx7m1zmds5sbu8u8059f1238cg1bfll89d44j5/#s196k6d944fuhx6h082xa57s1hha410jdzu1p58gSun, 16 Nov 2025 06:29:21 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#6768hers4yd6fxt68l683q4valjb08m3psx13267I'm new to the hobby, new to StellarMate and new to this site. I recently bought a used Losmandy GM8, a used Stellarvue SVX 80T from the factory, a guide scope, a couple of cameras. I just bought a new StellarMate and have been having trouble setting it up and getting everything to work. I mentionedhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#6768hers4yd6fxt68l683q4valjb08m3psx13267Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:16:28 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#0fzh2wk700rt6hqc3z6wp1gd445483k6ww95ns23You really can't go wrong with Losmandy! I still own my G11, don't use it as often these days, but it's a testament to craftsmanship and precision. And Stellarvue? Rock-solid. You're going to love that scope. As for StellarMateandhellip; For some background, I came from the legacy world of runninhttps://scopetrader.com/forum/stellarmate-x-os-where-have-you-been-all-my-life!/astronomy-equipment-control-and-automation/b49mk0cb77c9cr6tg5zk55zbb4g30lfba1550792/#0fzh2wk700rt6hqc3z6wp1gd445483k6ww95ns23Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:26:42 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-orion-m42-image-test/smart-telescopes/50t64m61975znlly43f215b3her9mp58ca52ewns/#3a1h1381b3fn7hp2hx6l6tdg0j8q4skz73r8209cThis comparison here is admittedly a bit tongue-in-cheek. My Orion image I'm using as a reference was captured in a wide-field shot with roughly $20,000 worth of dedicated astrophotography gear: a Takahashi FSQ-106, an ASI 6200MM, a full set of Chroma filters, and other high-end components. Puttihttps://scopetrader.com/forum/seestar-s30-pro-orion-m42-image-test/smart-telescopes/50t64m61975znlly43f215b3her9mp58ca52ewns/#3a1h1381b3fn7hp2hx6l6tdg0j8q4skz73r8209cFri, 02 Jan 2026 16:32:24 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/another-aurora!/earth-weather-and-sky/j33m400pl256vlx9q7c4kbl66pu95c8vhr0m89j4/#eaz746wt2wkq7d7seq8u49pt0n81630dy0s449v0Yes! The S30 Pro wide angle camera is ready! Ky3 in Springfield Missouri showing G4 severe geomagnetic storm - this is going to be awesome! A G4 geomagnetic storm, classified as "Severe," is Tonight, Missouri could feel the effects of a G4 (Severe) geomagnetic storm - a powerful space weathttps://scopetrader.com/forum/another-aurora!/earth-weather-and-sky/j33m400pl256vlx9q7c4kbl66pu95c8vhr0m89j4/#eaz746wt2wkq7d7seq8u49pt0n81630dy0s449v0Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:58:16 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/classified-listings/scopetrader-feedback/tkspt9tc6hb1k5601ae3y8e5367ta38d37k835sm/#89mg3681jcfe1250ywp6au4296ubdp603vtt48peWe have recently identified an issue involving individuals impersonating legitimate buyers and sellers. In several cases, photos of astronomy equipment listed elsewhere online were copied and reposted as if they were original listings. That kind of activity undermines trust, and trust is the foundathttps://scopetrader.com/forum/classified-listings/scopetrader-feedback/tkspt9tc6hb1k5601ae3y8e5367ta38d37k835sm/#89mg3681jcfe1250ywp6au4296ubdp603vtt48peWed, 11 Feb 2026 15:32:12 ESThttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-am7-review/mounts/98t9z0pj166mn0j75an60akjrv4bs8t116bk45q2/#mf5vl8j5c88h7p14qf4kfd07231g9kqm21grr276Changing out the CGX-L in the Ozark Hills Observatory came down to space and reliability more than anything else. I operate out of a six foot home dome. Anyone who has worked inside a dome that size knows every inch matters. The CGX-L is a substantial mount. The head weighs around 52 pounds, it chttps://scopetrader.com/forum/zwo-am7-review/mounts/98t9z0pj166mn0j75an60akjrv4bs8t116bk45q2/#mf5vl8j5c88h7p14qf4kfd07231g9kqm21grr276Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:53:47 EST