Re: [APML] Auto Guiders.

[RBissinger@aol.com]

I think it depends on whether one wants to use a PC/laptop or not.  I picked up a used ST-4 because I want a highly mobile, low power consumption emulsion imaging setup (G11, wide angle 35mm film lenses, 106mm FSQ, 90mm Sky 90) and don't want to carry my laptop into the field.  The ST-4, like the STV, can be used as a stand-alone autoguider.  That setup requires relatively modest battery power.  I've also used my ST-10XME with a laptop on the same setup and found the power requirements to be more than what I'd prefer.

While many have been successful using the STV I'm keeping my eye on the recently announced SBIG ST-402ME, which as far as I know has not yet shipped.  I do think, however, the ST-402ME will require a laptop.  If one is going to do CCD work, the PC/laptop issue is moot as one will be needed regardless.

In a message dated 8/15/2004 10:53:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time, Jason Ware <jtw@galaxyphoto.com> writes:
>
>All, what are people buying/using these days for
>autoguiders? Its my understanding that the ST4
>and the Meade's are no longer being produced.
>Are people being forced into the STV?
>
> -Jason Ware 
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