Re: [APML] A Really Tough Dilemma

[Gene Horr <genehorr@texas.net>]

It depends on what his primary use is.  For visual use I would say get the
Meade.  For imaging get the G-11 combo.

Most of the hand controller problems you hear about are user-caused.  The
(admitedly poor) design does not allow hot plugging.  But as long as you
follow instructions the average unit has a very good life expectancy.

No, you won't get the tracking and pointing accuracy of more expensive
units, but for visual use it doesn't really matter.  And as long as you
are willing to tinker with it the design can be improved.

Gene Horr
genehorr@texas.net


> William Clark wrote:
> 
> Hey all, I need some advice here.  Both my dad and I have used the Celestron C8 Deluxe
> for a number of years now.  I am happy with mine and its upgrades (heavy duty wedge,
> etc, STV soon!!!!!), however, my dad is retired, has lots of time, and lots of money.
> He wants to up grade.
> 
> 1.  He has his sights on the Meade 10 inch GPS.  I have some reservations about it
> because it is so new (nothing against Meade from me).  I am also nervous about the hand
> controller every going and leaving the scope unusable (could you use a laptop to control
> in this case?).  Maybe too gimicky I don't know.

> 
> 2.  My idea to him was the Celestron 9.25 on a Losmandy G11.  Cost is close though and
> no goto.
> 
> Does anyone have any opinion or ideas I could share with him about these options (or
> other ones).  Any comments at all are really appreciated.
> 
> Regards,
> -Bill

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