NINA not getting the image from my 1000D even though it connects OK

[Desmond]

Hi,
I am trying to use NINA as a plate solver and I have run into an issue with it.

It connects OK to the camera and can fire the shutter etc. but I just get a black image back.

I have tested it in SharpCap and I can see the image in there just fine.

Just wondering if I have missed something 'obvious'

Thanks in advance!

 

[The Lazy Astronomer]

Are you able to take an image normally (i.e. in the imaging tab and not via the plate solver)?

Do you have the auto stretch on? 

[Desmond]

in the imaging tab I get the blank black image and nothing else

[Desmond]

This is what I found for auto stretch

[Viktiste]

What is your camera Exposure Time etc. under Options - plate solving?

 

Edited February 27, 2021 by Viktiste

[Desmond]

Currently like this:

[Viktiste]

I'm not familiar with DSLR settings in NINA, but maybe you need something entered for Gain?

[Desmond]

I'll give that a go - thanks!

[Desmond]

Beginner error. I had the ASCOM for DSLR driver selected as that's what I'm used to seeing in SharpCap

Turns out that will connect OK but then return a blank image - not helpful.

I switched to the Canon drive and all is well - image returned as expected.

So, all set for the next long run of cloudy nights after the last 4 clear ones.

Like comedy, it's all about timing

Not be making that mistake again in a hurry...

[The Lazy Astronomer]

Glad you got it sorted. NINA is a fantastic piece of software once you get all configured.