Using Sequence Generator Pro and Friends Imaging with SGP, PHD2, and Related Software /: Imaging with SGP, PHD2, and Related Software. (2019)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Alex McConahay.
• Other Names: McConahay, Alex
• Contents: Intro; Preface; Image Credits; Contents; Chapter 1: Why Do I Need Sequence Generator Pro?; Significance of Sequence Generator Pro; Session Management Software; Equipment and Ancillary Software Selection; Target Selection; Pointing; Focusing; Guiding; Data Gathering (Light Frames); Data Gathering (Calibration Frames); Data Analysis; Image Visualization; Other Equipment; Error Handling; User Communication; SGP Is One of Several Session Managers; How SGP Works; What Sequence Generator Pro is NOT; Learning Sequence Generator Pro; We Will Not Cover It All; Organization of this Book Chapter 2: Can SGP Run My Equipment?Overview of an SGP Imaging Rig; ASCOM and Star Trek's Universal Translator; Computer; Computer Suitability; Data Storage; Ports and Connections; Monitors; Non SGP Requirements; Software; Plate Solver; Autoguider; Drivers and Equipment Specific Software; Planetarium and Other Ancillary Programs; Internet; Image Processing; Mount; Telescope; Focuser; Cameras; Imaging Camera; Guide Camera; Filter Wheels; Other Hardware; Chapter 3: How Do I Set Up My Equipment?; Overview; Device Manager; Equipment Specific and ASCOM Drivers; Planning Connection and Preliminary ConfigurationAncillary Programs; Autoguiding Software; Plate Solver; Friends; Others; Chapter 4: How Do I Get Started with SGP?; Learn by Doing or Master the Concepts First?; Short Form of "The First Week with SGP"; The Equipment Profile Vs. the Control Panel; Ready the Computer; Check the Installation; Camera; Filter Wheel; Focus; Telescope; Plate Solve; Auto Guide; Other; Main Profile Window; Autoguider; Take a Few Pictures; Focusing; Guider; Set Up a Sequence; Plate Solving; Autofocus; Meridian Flips; A Full Sequence; The Final Word Chapter 5: How Do I Communicate with SGP?The First Startup; SGP on Display - the Main Window; The Sequencer; The Profiles; Docking Modules; The View Menu; Starting, Using, and Closing the Program; Data Storage; General Options; Sequence Options; Your Favorite Screen-Customizing of the View; Chapter 6: How Do I Use Profiles?; Profiles in General; The User Profile; Confusing the Equipment Profile and Control Panel; The Equipment Profile; Camera; Filters; Focus; Telescope; Auto Guide; The "Other" Tab; Using Profiles; Migrating Sequences and Profiles; The Control Panel; Camera; Filters; Focus TelescopePlate Solve; Auto Guide; Other; Chapter 7: How Do I Squeeze the Most Out of Sequences?; Meet the Sequencer; Target List; Target Settings Window; Target Data Pane; Equipment Pane; Sequence and Target Status; Delay and Ordering Options; Event Grid; Using the Sequencer; Chapter 8: What Handy Tools Does SGP Have for Me?; Tools, Wizards, and Menus; Using Sequences; New Sequences; Old Sequence as a Template; Changing Profiles; Sequence as Profile; Saving Sequences; Resetting Sequences; Adding Notes and Images; Program Interface; Image Visualization; Toolbar Icons and Tools; Histogram Tool
• Publisher Details: Cham : Springer
• Publication Date: 2019
• Extent: 1 online resource (420 p.)
• Subjects: 522; Imaging systems in astronomy; Imaging systems in astronomy; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9783030197193; 3030197190
• Related ISBNs: 9783030197186
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