Orion STARSHOOT 52173 - Manual (Page 7)

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USB Extension cable
In many instances, it is likely that a lon-
ger cable for the SSUE will be needed
in order to comfortably setup telescope,
camera, and computer. We recommend
purchasing a 10' USB extension cable
if you need more cord length. (Available
through Orion, check the catalog or
OrionTelescopes.com for more informa-
tion).
things to Do
Moon
Learn your way around our closest
celestial neighbor.
Image the craters, mountains and •
valleys.
Image the different phases from
•
New moon to Full Moon
Image the detail at the terminator
•
Create a moon mosaic (Figure 9) •
Planets
Take a movie of the position •
of the great red spot of Jupiter
during the Gas Giant’s <10 hour
day.
Image Jupiter’s moons and their
•
shadows as they transit across
the Gas Giant
Follow in Galileo’s footsteps by
•
Imaging the different phases of
Venus
Solar
Using a full aperture Solar Filter to •
image sunspots (Figure 10)
terrestrial
Image animals from a far distance so as not to disturb feeding and •
nesting spots
recommended reading
(Books available through Orion, check the catalog or OrionTelescopes.com for
more information).
Specifications
Sensor Pixart Imaging Inc PAC207BCA Color CMOS sensor
Sensor size 1/7"
Number of pixels 320 x 240 pixel layout; 0.1 megapixel resolution
Pixel size 5.6µm x 5.6µm
Video frame rate up to 24 frames/second at native resolution
A/D conversion 8 bit
IR filter Yes
Connection USB 1 or 2
Barrel 1.25" threaded for filters
Figure 9. Use software to
assemble individual frames to create
a higher resolution image. Image
taken using Orion Apex 90mm Mak-
Cass telescope and Orion 0.5x
Focal reducer. 5 Individual images
assembled In Adobe Photoshop.
Figure 10. Multiple Sunpots.
Image taken using Orion Apex 90mm
Mak-Cass telescope. 100 frames
Processed using RegiStax.