RE: [APML] guiding the fsq106 (was Returning to AP - scope advice)

["Kirk M. Rogers" <krogers1@maine.rr.com>]

HI Joel:

I've been researching OTA's as well and agree that the FSQ106 is a good
choice.  I decided to wait as I just placed a deposit on an AP 130mm EDFS
although it will be next year before I take delivery.  I'm intrigued by the
new TV NP101, but would be reluctant to purchase another tube limited to
35mm only.  I like medium format work for both wide field and through the
telescope and have been seeking a second OTA that would accept the Pentax
67.

Using a side-by-side plate on the G11 would offer you a great deal of
latitude in an imaging system and you can always revert to a single tube set
up when you choose to.  I don't use a separate guide scope these days as I
have an STV and use the eFinder, but have done so with a side-by-side set up
previously on a G11 would good results.  I mount a Nikon F3 on what was
formerly my guide scope (a Tak FS78) and shoot with two telescopes often.
The FSQ and a guide scope shouldn't represent too much weight and should be
a stable platform.

Kirk

Kirk M. Rogers
A Shot in the Dark
www.kiroastro.com

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-astro-photo@seds.org [mailto:owner-astro-photo@seds.org]On
Behalf Of Joel_Haynes@powderject.com
Sent: Saturday, June 01, 2002 7:59 AM
To: astro-photo@seds.org
Subject: [APML] guiding the fsq106 (was Returning to AP - scope advice)


I agree about the importance of the mount.  I'm going with the G-11. If I
choose the FSQ106, I'm interested in the guiding options people have
chosen.  It appears that the tube assembly may be a bit short to use the
universal dovetail plate and rings with a guide scope on top. Seems like
the side-by-side saddles might be the best option for guiding the tak with
a separate guide scope on the G-11.  I saw a bit of discussion in the
archives about mounting the tak, but the guiding methods weren't indicated.
I've used off-axis in the past but prefer a separate guide scope.

Thanks again,

Joel









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