Worthy1973

Hi, I have read numerous posts, but not quite found the answer. i have an EQ5 pro mount which is fully connected and controllable on my pc using APT, Stellarium and Ascom. However, I cannot control my mount with PHD2, the mount connects under Skywatcher telescope ascom, but will not calibrate. I have tried to manually control the mount by increasing the speed of movement, but nothing happens. Can someone help please thanks, Paul

Hi All, I had a great night last night exploring the clear skies. Just wondering if anyone can help me on this question please? When I have found an interesting cluster of stars manually using the directional buttons, is there anyway that I can get the mount to track that position? If I select a known star etc it will track, but a manual location seems not to track. I am using a Celestron GOTO SLT Mount with a 130 SLT scope. Many Thanks, Paul

Thanks happy-kat, I have a Canon DSLR camera, but was wondering whether a ZWO camera would be better suited, as I am led to believe that it is hard to focus a DSLR with a Newtonian. I have a laptop, but also looking to extend my cables to my desktop PC. Do you think it might be worth investing in a EQ3 pro mount and using my DSLR? I am literally just starting out, so not looking to make too many costly mistakes (like purchasing the Alt/ Az mount) 🙂 Thanks for your help

Hi, I have a Celestron Nexstar 130 SLT and are looking to get into astrophotography. I have to say I am confused as to which camera would suit my set up. If possible i would like to stay under £300 but could stretch to £500 if worth it. I am ambitious and looking to get good quality images of the solar system and if possible some deep space. What would you recommend? as I have looked at some cameras and they are best suited to refractors, but my first decent telescope is a reflector. Many Thanks, Paul