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Hi and a very warm welcome Steve

Hi Ed and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

Hi and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

Hi and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

Then the Resistance has gone haywire I was assuming the power to the mount would be a constant voltage, with no undue fluctuation. Steve

Absolutely great software, frequently updated, a vibrant forum, great tutorials and one you will never fully learn Steve

Hi Martin, Firstly, what is the thread on the SBIG filter wheel? Secondly, are you looking at old screw-in type 35mm lens, if so, they are M42 threads and the back focus is usually 55mm. Steve

How long have you had the XT10G, is it still under warranty? If so, contact the dealer and let them sort it out. If not, you will need a new board. What you need to do is put an in-line fuse between your power outlet and the XT10G. Initially use a 1 amp quick blow fuse suitable for 12v. Power the unit and check the fuse. If ok, move one of the axis. Again, if ok, move the other axis. Do the same moving both axis simultaneously and check the fuse. If the fuse blows when you initially switch it on it needs to be returned to the dealer who will send it to the manufacturer for analysis. If the fuse blows on initial axis movement try a 2 amp quick blow fuse. If that blows on any initial axis movement, again it needs sending back to the supplier. If the 2 amp blows on both axis moving simultaneously you could use a 3 amp fuse. If that blows, again, return to supplier. I wouldn't go any higher than a 3 amp fuse. Steve

Hi and good luck with your new venture 👍 Steve

Hi Jeff and a very warm welcome back to the Lounge Steve

Hi Barry and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

I have used Synta boards on both my previous EQ6 and present Avalon Linear mounts. What infuriates me is that, on what is an expensive board, there are no safety fuses on board to stop excessive damage occurring either for reverse polarity, over voltage or motor stalling. Steve

How about Nigella's United Telescope Sheds Steve

That looks a great repair and I'll bet you are relieved it's go so well considering the anguish you have been through. Steve

Hi Nicolàs and a very warm welcome to the Lounge 🙂 What an amazing observatory. Your vision, planning and installation is beyond words. I salute you Steve

Hi and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

Hi Monty and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

Hi and a very warm welcome to the Lounge Steve

I have an older AA80 triplet and love it. The optics are as good as they look. Steve

I would use a theoretical point at the centre between your angled bottom plate and your adjustable plate. As this, if adjusted, is your pivot point. Steve

Really great images and a fascinating insight in the Apollo 15 landing site. Steve

That is a great selection of images Martin, I can't keep my eyes off M13. So sharp and clean not overblown at all. Very well processed on all images. Steve

I purchased it from 365astronomy in the UK. I do like WO equipment, expensive but very well made. Steve

I used an anti corrosion grease or a high temp grease will do. This will not melt away on those rare hot sunny days we have. Steve

Make sure you grease all the bearings and threads. I've had my dome over 3 years and it's still runs nice and smooth. Steve