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[APML] Another tech pan Q: (developing, etc.)



Hi guys,
 
Got the chance to go out last night finally and take 2 pics using the h-a filter, tech pan combo.
It was hard to find anything to take a shot of, given that I only use wideangle lenses for astro pic'n, but I did manage to find the beehive for a subject.
All was good except for a slight breeze...I shouldnt really complain...there wasnt any humidity leading to dew problems(g).
 
My biggest concern last night was tracking...I was deathly afraid that my Skyview deluxe mount wouldnt handle the H-a test, but it did very well for 30 mins and I had no apparent flexture.
 
Ok... in the darkroom is where my probs begin once again...I got the photoflo right this time and had absolutely no problems with smearing or spots..good..thats over with.
What did happen was the negs were too dark...especially in the middle of the frame.
 
I developed for 6 1/2 mins, and fixed for...hmm...dont know...I accidently flicked the timer to 6 hours instead of minutes!!...so I think it was around 7-8 mins that I fixed...I stopped when my wife started badgering me through the door saying she had to goto the bathroom and I was taking to long....I talked with her allready about this...
 
So anyways, Did I fix too long now possibly?
Whats this bright ...dark spot in the middle of my frame?
Why do women have to bother you at the worst possible of times?
 
By the way, thanks chuck for the 125 degree temp on the D-19...no more chunks float'n around.
I guess if all else fails, read the directions right? (g).
 
One more thing...WoW...That filter is amazing..the stars are soo small...incredible!
Thanks for posting that page John once again.
 
Brian