RE: [APML] Autoguider Selection

["Jeff Ball" <jeffball@zoominternet.net>]

What scope do you use, Stuart?  You have hit the highlights of the
advantages/disadvantages of the autoguiders.  The ST4 is a solid performer
over the years.  The STV Efinder option is what I use now.  For me, it
provided a lighter weight alternative to an ST4/guidescope combination.  I
love the STV Efinder.  Very simple, yet it has numerous analytical tools.
Many have found the STV easy to learn because we had ST4 experience.  I
can't comment on the ST237.  How much is it?  It really is all about how
much you want to spend.  Unless you are using a very long focal length
scope, i.e. 2500mm or more?, I think the STV Efinder option will meet your
needs.  If you are a "do-it-yourselfer", others have built an autoguider
with a netcam/videocam.  I am strictly retail. Best wishes.

Jeff Ball
www.astro-photography.com

-----Original Message-----
From: astro-photo-bounces@seds.org
[mailto:astro-photo-bounces@seds.org]On Behalf Of Stuart Heggie
Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2003 7:40 AM
To: APML Astrophotography
Subject: [APML] Autoguider Selection


Need some "guidance" - have my new-to-me G-11 and need to
get an autoguider - minus 17C is toooo cold to sit out for
an hour hunched over the eyepiece.

I just can't figure my choice out:

1. ST-4 which is discontinued but affordable at $600 - $800
USD used
2. STV which is simpler by far to use it seems and needs no
computer but comes in at $1600 - $1800 USD used
3. ST-237 which seems to be cheaper and more versatile than
the STV but requires a computer (which I have).

Help?

Stuart Heggie


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