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I'm afraid I tried it and failed. I'll have another go. What's this auto setting?
I’ve just had a look at Sharpcap (lucky I’ve my webcam here today at work).
Go to Options, then Video capture filter which brings up your camera properties. Now click picture and you will see a box labelled “full auto control”. This will give the PC full control and will pick out a bright star. Remember to deselect it once you’ve focused with the Bahtinov mask.
I use Wxastrocapture which I find easier – on there you go to video device properties and click the full auto box – simple and it’s with the other control needed so you’ll not forget the auto setting.
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I'm surprised you don't see any bright star Astrosurf- are you using the SPC900?I image with a webcam and, even with gain and brightness right up on Sharpcap, I can't see a bright star. Mind you, I'm using a 4x Barlow! I have to use my awful eyes as best I can!
I usually set mine to "auto" to see the star, then pop on the mask, focus, take off mask (sometimes I forget) and slew to the planet. I'll use anything from x3 barlow to x5 barlow.
then it's just a case of taking "auto" setting off and away I go.
Admit I don't use Sharpcap, but I shouldn't think it makes any difference.
Lee
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You can Mak One - I'm too chicken.
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I had the same problem, had to reinstall it and now minimise by clicking the gamma tab again
Beginner's guide to stacking planetary images with AutoStakkert!2
in Imaging - Tips, Tricks and Techniques
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James, that was excellent. well done.
Just one question, I adjust the RGB align (and RGB balance) before adjusting wavelettes - do you think that I should do this afterwards?
Lee