Image of the day

Hi everyone,long time astronomer but new to ccd imaging.I would like to start astro-imaging.I would like some advice on the Philips To U Cam.There is a fellow in South Australia that sells them,he will for a $100 fee modify the camera futher for long exposure.All up for a cost of $250AUS, this includes all cabling.filters extra, of course. john

September 14, 2005 09:43 AM Forum: Star Parties

Australian Dark Skies

Posted By John Rombi

Hi everyone grin

If any fellow astronomer out there takes a trip to the lovely land of OZ,the Macarthur Astronomical Society ( i am the vp) would love to show you the best night sky seen from earth.our dark sky site is 200km (120m) s/w of Sydney.visit our website www.macastro.org.au I'll be waiting for a reply grin

. John

September 17, 2005 10:29 AM Forum: Equipment Talk

16" Truss

Posted By John Rombi

Hi everyone grin

A friend that owns a telescope shop here in Sydney has told me that Guang Sheng Optics in China will be releasing a 16" Truss by the beginning of next year for the price of $2500AUS grin

I can't even buy a 16" mirror for that price.Check with your G.S.O. importer.
It might not be an "Obsession" but who cares. Cheers, John.

October 30, 2005 08:18 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Finderscopes

Posted By John Rombi

Hi everyone, grin

Is there available a straight through finderscope with a corrected image. about 9x50.Cheers, John wink

November 24, 2005 08:01 AM Forum: Equipment Talk

New Truss scopes

Posted By John Rombi

Hi all, I listed here a couple of months ago about the new Guan Sheng Truss reflectors. Well Meade have just released a new line of 8", 10", 12" Truss scopes, made by guess who? Guang Sheng!!! The dearest one is the 12" deluxe at $1499AUS.The 16" is being sold only as a Guang Sheng here in Australia, it will be available here in March 06, $2499AUS. They should put a big dent in the sales of other scopes. Cheers, John

December 26, 2005 09:11 PM Forum: Reflectors

Meade Lightbridges

Posted By John Rombi

Hi Everyone, grin

Did Santa bring a Meade Lightbridge to any of the good boys and girls out there.
I thinking of buying one and would appreciate any feedback on them. Cheers, John 8) 8)

December 27, 2005 01:32 AM Forum: Meade