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Matt Magilke
Приєднався 9 січ 2016
Rigel Systems nFocus on AP155EDF
Demonstration of Rigel Systems motorized focuser on an AP155EDF with FeatherTouch pinion.
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iOptron HAZ46 vs iOptron AZ Mount Pro: Initial Alignment
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This video shows the difference available targets during initial alignment. The HAZ46 offers one target option (The Sun) during the day, while the AZMP offers several options, none of which are the Sun.
How to collimate Carl Zeiss CZAS binoviewer
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How to collimate Carl Zeiss CZAS binoviewer
First Impressions of Canon 12x36IS and Canon 10x42L IS
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If you’re still thinking about getting a pair of Canon IS binoculars, stop thinking and just do it! You won’t be disappointed.
ISS Transit July 8, 2021. TEC160ED on 10Micron mount
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ISS was imaged using ASI178MC with UV/IR filter on a TEC160ED at f/12.8. Max altitude was 68deg. ISS rose in the NW at about 7:33am and set in the SE. you can see the sky getting lighter as the space station gets closer to the rising sun in the east.
International Space Station: Los Angeles Transit May 13, 2021
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I got up early to see the ISS transit the L.A. skies at 5:30 am. The video starts with a brief clip of Jupiter. Then I pan to the NW horizon and wait for the ISS to appear. It first appears in the clip at the 08:11 mark. Equipment used: Telescope, TEC160ED Mount, 10Micron on a Lynak DL2 telescoping pier. Camera, ASI533 with TV 2x Barlow and UV/IR cut filter. Software, ASICap
iOptron AZ Mount Pro demo with APM 120 big binoculars
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iOptron AZ Mount Pro demo with APM 120 big binoculars
ISS SoCal flyover March 17
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ISS comes into view at about 3:25 minutes. Max altitude (closest approach) is at about 6:00 minutes.
ISS Flyover March 6, 7:43am PST
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Video of the ISS flying over this morning at a max altitude of 44 degrees, which is 366 miles away at its closest point. Ideally, a 60 degree altitude, or higher, pass is preferred which brings the spacecraft within 300 miles. Equipment used: TEC160ED telescope masked down to 100mm, f/12.8 10Micron mount on Lynak DL2 telescoping pier. ZWO ASI178MM camera with no filters Video captured using ASICAP
10Micron (with TEC160ED) tracking ISS during L.A. daytime flyover
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I thought it might be fun to video my third viewing of the ISS flying overhead. It’s my buddy’s first look at the ISS and his first time seeing how well the 10Micron (with a TEC160ED) performs when tracking satellites. The ISS appeared over LA’s NW horizon at 12:23pm on 12/22/20. The 10Micron points at the exact location it would become visible, waiting for it. As soon as it appeared in the eye...
If the “L” glass is anything like the camera “L” glass then they must be a joy to look through … they must be expensive , never saw a cheap”L” lens
Obviously the his HAZ46 isn’t working!
There's nothing like image stabilized binoculars, once you try them you can't really go back, I just wished we had more options. Like a higher magnification L model from Canon would be amazing.
Wonder would it be difficult to get a setup like this to track a moving target, mostly thinking of commercial airliners. I like planespotting but trying to get kids / adults unfamiliar with binoculars to track is difficult
Very nice video
Thank you. I’ll be uploading an updated video with the AZ2000 after all the storms clear out of SoCal. It’s been a really cloudy a winter.
Hi Matt, what made you choose the 10Micron AZ1000 over the GM1000? Hope you're still enjoying the setup with no issues. Best Bob
I don’t do imaging, so I prefer the convenient eyepiece location that an Alt-Az provides.
Oh… I upgraded a couple years ago to the 10Micron AZ2000 with the dual scope adapter. 😊
Thanks Matt. I'm thinking about doing the same by adding the AZ2000 HPM. Do you have the AZ2000 version that splits into two pieces for saving your back?
@@BobWallace-cw7ff The AZ models don’t split into separate pieces. I believe that’s only on the GMs. It’s a hundred pounds with the dual scope option. I certainly wouldn’t want to use this as a portable mount. I really need to add an updated video with the AZ2000 and my 8” f/8 APO.
They are both with internal battery?
Yes
Were you able to build a model and plate solve with that imaging train? Do we need it? Love this!!!!!
Do you have to build a model with that same camera for this? Does it even plate solve in this function? I’m asking because I’d like to use a planetary camera and have some doubts with the plate solving….
No. I don’t even know how to build a model. I do a three-star alignment which usually gets the mount under 20 arc seconds of goto error. I have another UA-cam video that explains how to track the ISS using a 10Micron mount. Have you watched that one?
@@mattmagilke2433 Absolutely!! I just thought that you would need to feed the mount more data I order to get a higher degree of accuracy . Very impressed by this performance. I can tell you With a high degree of certainty, that you have the only video out there explaining this.
Not at all. The two line elements (TLEs) are all you need… and a properly aligned mount. Since posting this video, I’ve upgraded to a CFF200 APO. I need to post another video to show the difference.
@@mattmagilke2433 please please please, dying to see your new video. I noticed that you were nudging the space station into the center of the frame.z Does the amount keep tracking it once you nudge it into the center?
This is amazing
6 more years and ISS no more! 2030 the year when NASA de-orbits ISS! Ouch! Still can watch the Chines ST?
have the 12x36 III , the only objectionable issue for me is the CA on high contrast objects, for astronomy it isnt a problem, for birding i would go the 10x42 route. (havent tried them though). i got mine for general use, star gazing, travelling and hiking and for that they are overall a better pick than the 10x42i think due to weight difference (and its half the price).
What can you see with these awesome looking binoculars? Any chance the moons of Jupiter?
This may seem like a pain to some, but the images in my CZAS Binoviewer are brighter and sharper than in my Baader MK V, which is also excellent. I plan to keep both binoviewers but really do prefer the CZAS despite its longer light path.
They are exceptionally good binoviewers
Shared moments like that are what life is all about. :) Now I have another fantastic reason why I should set up my TOA-150. Thanks!
You get a thumbs for the cool equipment alone. Everything else is gravy.
Now hold on a minute. That HAZ46 is sitting on a tri-pier. iOptron told me on the phone today that the pier doesn’t work with HAZ31 or HAZ46 🤦♂️ Seems like they have some kinks to work out. I’ll keep looking for a new alt-az mount.
I made the base plate from a 5” x 1/4” aluminum disc. I have no idea why iOptron doesn’t offer something similar.
So after all these years, the only two binoviewers that you can easily collimate as an end-user are the original Baader Maxbright MK1 and the Denkmeier Binotron 27! Good thing I bought the Maxbright MK1's! Even the Baader Maxbright MK2 is a different design of eyepiece holders that are not at all easy to collimate (because you can't do it with the eyepiece holders in place, you have to remove them first)
Great review!
Well, I better do not buy it. A very inconvenient way to colimate.
Thanks so much for getting back to me. I've been looking just such a set up for my BT-127XL-SD Binocular Telescope. Your designs seem like just the ticket!
Nice set up. Are the bracket and tripod pedestal available commercially or are they custom?
I like to tinker in the garage. I made both the pedestal and bracket. If you have a welder, drill press and a tap and die set… and some patience. These are both easy to make.
Canon 18x50 IS Image Stabilized Binoculars or Canon 10x42 L IS WP Image Stabilized Binoculars (both are listed @ 1.5k USD @ b & h as of march 2023) main purpose : STARGAZING / ASTRONOMY which binoculars would be best suited for this?
I would tend to the 10x42 because of the greater field of view and the higher optical quality. I tried them at night and they are great. Haven't tried the 18x50.
Better than 15x50s ?
Nice setup, and thanks for sharing Matt. I'm awaiting delivery of the same binos, except in my case I've decided to go with a 90deg model. Have you also tried or considered the TS Optics L bracket to get this bino to mount on side-facing Alt-Az mounts, such as RST?
My pleasure. I really don’t think the AZMP would handle these binos hanging so far out on the side.
Thanks for the Nice demo, and a question: I wonder the counter weight of AZ Mount Pro is still needed for the az-axis balance?
No, it is not.
Wow….I am liking the mount. That BT makes my 100mm BT look small…..
Very cool! Do you still have the binoscope and love it? I am doing research on a binoscope to eventually purchase.
Your setup makes me want a pair of large binos. Now that it has been a while, is there anything that you would or did change? Thank you for the inspiration!
No. I went through three or four iterations before I finally settled on this design and made the video. It hasn’t changed and I still love how easy this works.
@@mattmagilke2433 thank you Matt for the quick response. How did you attach the aluminum bar to the dovetail bar? Did you tap holes or? Any chance you would send me a picture of that connection? I did a screen capture but it doesn't zoom well.
@@RS-jz2yu Try this link… www.cloudynights.com/gallery/image/154994-18e53a9e-edcf-4336-9a58-ed6fbd608273/ There are 13 bolts holding everything together.
Matt, do you know what the screws are on one of the sides of the bv metal body on the telescope side? There is a metal circle-like cover next to them. Thanks
Was it possible to latch a camera on it to capture a video as well? Never saw one mid-day
Yes, several of my ISS UA-cam videos were shot during the day. I think it’s actually easier to image during the day because the ISS isn’t so darn bright.
Крутой бинокль!
Het is een mooie uitvinding echt super Ja je hebt verschillende vergroting, 8 keer vergroting 12 keer vergroting 100 keer vergroting zelfs tot 600 x vergroting mensen wat een uitvinding Ik heb er één van 60 keer en dat vind ik al enorm laat staan 120 x 250 keer ja maakt niet uit op zich is het een mooie uitvinding, echt mega, Je hebt een mooie verrekijker gefeliciteerd
Thanks for the video. I’ve had my eyes on the 10x42 for many years but I think I’m finally going to pull the trigger on these bad boys as I’m going on a trip in the Fall .
Were they worth the price ?
What was the magnification you watched ISS? Have you tried a bino-viewer with this telescope? I guess it must be great to see ISS with both eyes )
I used the binoviewer at 234x the last couple 65-degree transits. Two eyes is much better than one. It’s much easier to pick up detail.
Incredible capture! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks. It never gets old no matter how many times I’ve seen it fly over.
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Yes, he does!
Very cool. Have you stacked any of the frames to bring out more detail? Do you have any stacked images posted anywhere?
Very cool. I wonder if using a program like FireCapture would allow you to lock on to the ISS like it is able to do with planets when doing lucky imaging?
I don't think I've ever seen a 10micron mount in Alt-Az mode. That is very cool. I could feel your excitement in the pass. I wish you had a camera mounted to share with us the view but I relly like seeing the scope/mount in action too.
Thanks. Funny that you bring that up, now. I bought a 50mm guide scope about a week ago to do just that. Plus, I’ll use it to keep the ISS centered in the FOV while friends are focused on keeping their eye on the eyepiece. Still waiting for the small scope to arrive.
@@mattmagilke2433 your channel is a fail for a reason, are you still alive?
Can I move it manually by hand in the horizontal direction?
I went back and forth on which way to I wanted the ability to adjust the binocular. I initially put the saddle, which is attached to the aluminum bar, on the binocular with the dovetail (on the bino) attached to the top if the bracket… this allows one to move the binos laterally (left and right). But after further consideration, there is really no reason for me to make that adjustment. I just wanted them over the center of the mount. So I switched the saddle and dovetail to allow me to adjust the binos forward and backwards, instead. I hope this answers your question as “horizontally” can mean different things if the binos are just sitting on top.
Is that a baader zoom eyepiece? Im thinking of getting one for my 10" dob. If that's what you have, do you recommend it?
Yes, it is the Baader Zoom. It’s a very good zoom but it has a somewhat limited field of view. I’ve since replaced it with the Leica ASPH zoom which is phenomenal.
@@mattmagilke2433 for circa $300, is there another eyepiece youd recommend over a baader. Ive thought of one of the lower end televues but id only be limited to one focal length. The leica seems nice but its a pocket stretcher!
@@ikbenvoetbal if $300 is your budget, get the Baader zoom. You can’t beat it for the money. If you aren’t already a member, check out Cloudynights.com. You can ask questions like that and get a ton of feedback and suggestions from a lot of very knowledgeable amateur astronomers.
Get out! Is that a miniature golf course?
Hi was wondering if you could provide a parts list? Love the video way simpler than the idea I had.
1 15” long ADM Losmandy style dovetail 2 2” wide Losmandy saddles 3/4” x 2 1/4” aluminum flat bar cut to 1 1/2” and 5” 1 3/4” wide by 7” long counterweight bar.
Nice Matt - quite amazing that your mount can run altaz .. I sometimes wish my 900GTO could do the same.
Thanks Bruce. I love this mount!
Hi Matt, I'm looking for the TLE Manager Software, bit I could not find it. Could you provide a copy of it ? Many thanks in advance. Michel
The TLE manager software should have come with all the other 10Micron software. It’s been quite some time since I bought my mount, but I think it was all on a USB drive that came with the mount.
@@mattmagilke2433 , many thanks. As I got my mount from 2013, this part was not there, but I got the app from another user now.
Hi ! No vibrations with this mount ?
Do you mean vibrations while focusing? Maybe a little, but I use my binos primarily for low-power, wide-field viewing. My two most used EP pairs are the 24mm Panoptics (27x) and 12.5mm Morpheus.
@@mattmagilke2433 when you touch eps not while focusing. I ´ve the 120sd too and I use at high power : I have to don’t touch the eps otherwise I ´be some vibration. I love the views at 150x on the moon !
@@UNOSPE To be honest, I don’t know if using these binos at 150x on the iOptron would work well. The mount is incredibly stable for what I use it for, however. The key is to have the binos balanced as well as possible. The iOptron is a real joy to use.
@@mattmagilke2433 thx
Good stuff Matt.
That is so cool.
Awesome BT binoculars, hopefully I can see some updates on what the heavens look like with those.