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Posts Made By: Rex Cox

April 28, 2008 02:06 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Mom's day camera vs. crusty Nikon 995

Posted By Rex Cox
Greg, I purchased a Canon A640 (I think) last year, and it is a fantastic point-and-shoot camera. It's a 10 megapixel, which is probably overkill for such a camera, but I am extremely pleased with the build, picture quality, and ease of use the camera offers. I especially like the program mode.

I think your wife will like the camera you got for her just fine.

May 6, 2008 08:46 PM Forum: After Dark

Midwest

Posted By Rex Cox
I agree with Dan and Pete. Oklahoma does have a few good areas for observing, especially in the Black Mesa/Kenton area. I go to Okie-Tex every year and have a blast. In fact, I need to join the OKC astronomy club so I can take advantage of their members-only spring observing trip to Black Mesa.

Dan, my folks have a farm north of Beggs where I do a lot of observing. Are you in the area?

May 7, 2008 12:27 AM Forum: SCI-FI

Hottest SF characters/actors?

Posted By Rex Cox
Off the top of my head, I would say Marina Sirtis, who played counselor Troy on Star Trek: the Next Generation. I'da got slapped if she could have read my thoughts. wink

May 8, 2008 06:45 PM Forum: DVDs and Music and Books That You Recommend

Cesar's Way

Posted By Rex Cox
That might be a good birthday gift for my sister. She got a Maltese puppy earlier this year. I think he's a cross between a mop and a tornado.

May 27, 2008 03:37 AM Forum: AstroMart FAQ

Save Login checkbox

Posted By Rex Cox
Dmitri Kulginov said:

What exactly does it do? I don't see any difference whether it's checked or unchecked; I have to login again and again.

Dmitri

How are your settings in Tools, Internet Options, Privacy set? You may have to adjust them down a bit to get it to work.

June 2, 2008 05:16 PM Forum: Telescope Making

how to cut laminate?

Posted By Rex Cox
Marcin Klapczynski said:

I tried to cut Ebony Star laminate yesterday using a pair of sheet-metal scissors. It started cracking and crumbeling, causing small flakes of the outer layer to fall off. Is there a way to get a nice, clean cut?

Also would you glue the laminate to an unstained or already stained wood? Is a contact cement good for this purpose?
Thanks

I use my table saw or radial arm saw and a fine tooth blade made for such materials. It gives me very nice smooth edges.

June 25, 2008 05:39 PM Forum: Off Topic Discussions

Telrad to be installed on next Hubble Servicing Mi

Posted By Rex Cox
Matthew Ota said:

The Telrad will be used to help align the replacement Fine Guidance Sensor after it is installed.
Telrads are often used on professional telescopes, such as the two units installed on the Mt Wilson Hooker 100 inch.
Now one goes on the ultimate telescope....

I wonder what Uncle Sam pays for a Telrad, and how may contracting specialists it takes to procure one? $$$$$$

June 26, 2008 05:14 PM Forum: Eyepieces

Which is better?

Posted By Rex Cox
which ones perform best in your opinion? If I were you, I'd stick them in a scope and decide which ones gave me the better views.

July 11, 2008 12:53 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Thanks to all that helped to make my photo complet

Posted By Rex Cox
Floyd Blue said:

Hello all,
I listened to everyone's suggestions and incorporated all the changes that were advised by you all.
Here is the final on this photo and I think it is as good as I can make it. Thank you all for you input, it really helped.
Please click on the photo to see the full size and resolution so that you can see what it really looks like.

Great photo Floyd! After seeing that, it inspires me to try my hand at it. When I do, I'll probably be hitting you up for advice.

August 24, 2008 06:08 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

I can't believe we did this!

Posted By Rex Cox
Sounds like great fun. Hope you wore a tux. wink

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