Orion STARSHOOT 52176 user manual

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Orion StarShoot
Video Eyepiece
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Welcome to a new world of adventure. Your new StarShoot Solar System Video Eyepiece (SSVE) is capable of display- ing detailed, full-color video of astronomical objects in our solar system. The planets, Moon, and Sun (with optional solar filter) can all be imaged to create spectacular views on your TV Screen. The SSVE can even be used during the day to take images of terrestrial subjects. You’ll find that this inexpensive, yet capable and easy to use camera will enhance all of your journe

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be taken during the day with an optional form some additional image processing to bring out subtle details or to make full-aperture solar filter over the front of the image appear more pleasing overall. the telescope. Both software applications are a recommended addition to any astro-imagers Take some time to use the camera dur- arsenal of image processing software. ing the day to become familiar and com- fortable with its basic operation. Getting Started During Daylight We recommend usi

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when the focal length is doubled, the image will become four times dimmer, so also be helpful. Otherwise, you will periodically need to rotate the R.A. slow- a longer exposure may be necessary. motion knob to keep the planet within the camera’s field. For best planetary imaging, you should shoot with an effective focal ratio (telescope focal length ÷ telescope aperture) of f/20 or greater. This will give tips you a good combination of image brightness and image scale for planets. For Focu

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recommended reading Figure 4. Use software to assemble individual frames to create a higher resolution image. Image taken using Orion Apex 90mm Mak-Cass telescope and Orion 0.5x Focal (Books available through Orion, check the catalog or OrionTelescopes.com for reducer. 10 Individual images assembled In Adobe Photoshop. more information). things to Do Specifications Moon Sensor OMM Vision Color CMOS sensor Learn your way around our closest Sensor size 1/3" celestial neighbor. Number o

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes of modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the userís authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits