focus software for solar imaging

[PTone]

I'm going to do some solar imaging (Lunt 60mm double etalon on EQ5, Baader Hyperion zoom and QHY5-II mono). Whats the best/easiest s/w to use on a pc for getting the sun into focus and for controlling the camera shutter speed etc.

I've downloaded the ASCOM and QHY5-II drivers and the camera is defnaltey working, so its the next stage i need to look at and don't know what to use (free would be good, low cost isn't a problem but something expensve like Maxim DL prices could be a bit too heavy).

BTW, i'm expecting Newton rings through the QHY but as its my guide scope for my SCT, its just handily available

Thanks

Paul

[Davey-T]

I don't use automatic focusing software but do use a Lakeside motor focuser on my LS60 and focus manually via the PC, bit expensive, cheaper options are available, this way you can focus without touching the scope and also hide away somewhere dark while focusing.

I use Firecapture to capture and PIPP, Autostakert and Photoshop for processing

Dave

[PTone]

Thanks Dave - i like that idea !

Looks like its about £300 - what s/w do you use to operate the focusser (something like AstroArt so that you can use it for camera control too?)

Paul

[PTone]

Sorry Dave, just read your reply properly - thanks for the info on the s/w

Paul