Exe, which their instructions indicates contains a new phd guiding dll which needs to be reinstalled after every any phd2 version update. The ultrafast frame rate up to 200fps in lowest resolution and up to 30fps in highest resolution makes the sagpro. Finally, an easytouse, affordable autoguider for longexposure astrophotography. The table below lists the drivers that are included with the current release of maxim dl, as well as some drivers available from thirdparty sources. Orion autoguider starshooter not working with phd 2.
Id been using a color camera with a inch ccd chip as my guide camera. Dec 18, 2015 with phd2 open i connected the orion autoguider. Extraordinary 74% quantum efficiency guarantees accurate guiding for sharp, precise images. The included orion astrocap software is packed with capture features such as focus aids, histogram, exposure and. Select orion ssag camera from list of ascom devices. Its just possible that the orion installer may have missed out the ascom camera driver because it didnt detect ascom, so if you are still having no luck after installing ascom then try the other installer i linked to as well. Then the orion camera was finally recognized and i could simulate shooting darks and searching for a guide star. Orion starshoot autoguider lowest price guaranteed opt. Lx80 ports and orion starshoot autoguider frustrations. Its compatible with virtually any mount equipped with an autoguider port and comes with all the software and.
Just dont get ahead of yourself and take each step one at a time. Orion binoculars are known for quality optics at a great price. Since the ssag camera is so sensitive to light, you will need to reduce the gain of the camera to effectively use it during the day. Nexguide autoguider celestron telescopes, telescope. When plugged into a usb2 port on a windows 8 computer the ssag may function normally. However, in my case the gain control seems to work at times, but the camera seems to require about twice to 3 times the exposure time to get a usable star as it does in 1. Turn on your computer and allow the windows operating system to load as normal. Its compatible with virtually any mount equipped with an autoguider port and comes with all the software and cables needed to work right out of the box.
With its amazingly high sensitivity qe of 74% and 1280x960 1. Often, new features or bug fixes can be found in the prerelease section. Orion starshoot g3 53082 instruction manual pdf download. Requires mac computer running os x, or pc running windows xp, vista, 7, 8 or windows 10 operating systems. Windows, mac and linux usb drivers, ascom drivers, latest firmware and camera control and processing software for all zwo devices. Orion starshoot autoguider pro mono lowest prices opt. The cameras exceptionally fast frame rate of up to 200 frames per second fps ensures youll catch even the most fleeting moments of clear seeing for great results. Orion starshoot autoguider pro mono astrophotography camera. I have a west output lacking in my starshoot so i took it apart. Tick the box include subfolders then click the browse button and navigate to c. Once this process has completed open the phd software and click the camera icon on the lower left.
To find the camera on the list, i had to choose ascom devices or maybe ascom cameras, which brought up another window. I still use my old orion starshoot ii with my windows xp laptop, and have had no problems. Ever since, it automatically opens to the second window when i hit connect camera. Orion starshoot autoguider and 60mm guide scope package 21404. Issue with camera gain orion starshoot autoguider showing 19 of 9 messages. This will allow the starshoot autoguider to be selected from the camera drop down menu within phd software. The orion starshoot autoguider sensor is a highresolution, halfinch format 1. Phd2 is telescope guiding software that simplifies the process of tracking a guide star, letting you concentrate on other aspects of deepsky imaging or spectroscopy.
The light weight, slim form factor, high sensitivity and built in st4 port make the sagpro ideal for use as a guide camera. With the ssag out of the guidescope, set a short exposure in point it at a tv or a window. Rightmouseclick the unknown device and select update driver software then select browse my computer for driver software. This video demonstrates autoguider calibration using theskyx professional editions camera add on. In phd you may need to alter the advanced settings brain icon to help with settling the ra and dec. The included orion astrocap software is packed with capture features such as focus aids, histogram, exposure and gain settings, auto dark frame removal, and. The versions here are the current stable full releases. I know this was discussed a bit somewhere else on the forum, but i cant seem to find it. Since the ssag camera is so sensitive to light, you will need to reduce the gain.
Orions telescope buyers guide is a great place to start. After clicking the reset box and restarting phd2 the camera gain for the ssag. The camera is powered via your computers highspeed usb 2. At first i thought it wasnt going to work, but after about a full minute windows finally searched for a driver. This highly sensitive monochrome imaging device is primarily designed for precise autoguiding, but it also performs as a highquality astrophotography camera. Software and drivers are now available for use of the orion starshoot autoguider. Delegons simplement le travail a une camera dautoguidage. Choose as your camera starshoot autoguider and for mount select on camera. Starshoot g3 53082 digital camera pdf manual download. Use the graph to monitor and alter settings until the guiding smooths out. After getting my lx80 back from repair, i started to try some astrophotography.
View and download orion starshoot g3 53082 instruction manual online. Your eyepieces are the first accessories you should learn to use with your telescope. Its compatible with virtually any mount equipped with an autoguider port and comes with the software and cables needed to work right out of the box. Because we sell direct, we can offer you tremendous value at a great price. You may have heard rumors to the notion that qhy5 and orion starshoot autoguider are basically the same units with the same sensor. This affordable package includes the awardwinning orion starshoot autoguider and the versatile 60mm multiuse guide scope with helical focuser. Orion camera studio application to to use the tec, plug the 12v power install the software.
Lx80 ports and orion starshoot autoguider frustrations posted in lx80 series. This is what i have come up with but dont know if it is correct. The orion starshoot autoguider pro mono astroimaging camera is designed and created for astroimagers who are ready to step up to the next level in guiding accuracy and multipurpose imaging versatility. Orion s telescope buyers guide is a great place to start. We offer binoculars for every viewing interest, including astronomical binoculars, compact binoculars, waterproof binoculars, birding binoculars, and sport and hunting binoculars. M region showing star magnitudes unprocessed, 5 second exposure using the orion deluxe mini 50mm guide scope and the orion starshoot autoguider pro mono astrophotography camera. I think im using the standard orion driver for the camera, i dont recall that i downloaded an ascom driver for it. Hopefully the ascom install should fix it there are definite messages in your log that show that is missing on your system.
Open phd guiding and select the connect to camera icon. Celestron s free planetarium app is an astronomy suite that redefines how you experience the night sky. Works well with phd and includes all software necessary. Included orion astrocap software is packed with capture features such as focus aids, histogram, exposure and gain settings, auto dark frame removal, and more. That high accuracy is due to the small pixel size, and means you can use the orion starshoot autoguider with a smaller and lessexpensive guide scope than is possible with other guide cameras such as the. Hey guys, i am trying to set up my autoguider and all i am getting is a solid white, blank screen. From our entrylevel beginner telescopes for amateur astronomers to our dobsonian telescopes to our most advanced cassegrain telescopes and accessories, you can find the best telescope for you. Download the celestron pwi telescope control software. Jan 06, 2015 features orion starshoot autoguider pro monochrome camera orion telescopes.
Automatic calibration and tracking with the autoguider needs only a mouse click. Features orion starshoot autoguider pro monochrome camera. After working out issues with getting the focus right on both the ssag and my dslr, i figured out that there wasnt enough light going through my televue 101 for the pickoff prism to. Additional third party drivers may be available but not listed. Orion is committed to supporting you with yourorion starshoot autoguider. Im using the orion ssag, and while you a warning that it doesnt work, its worked flawlessly for me. Orion starshoot autoguider pro mono astrophotography. It was working just fine one day, and the next day that little red light would not come on. Extremely fast up to 200 fps frame rate enables the capture of every clear viewing moment. Hes got a ticket open with orion, but they say its the first such issue reported.
Following the orion recommendations for the camera driver is probably a good idea, and you were entirely correct to ignore the old phd2 version you got. Autoguider is not recommended for use as a standalone imaging camera. Product support orion starshoot autoguider orion telescopes. When i was forced to upgrade laptops and it had windows 8, i found i was unable to use this camera on the usb3 lines. Lxd75909 moduleorion starshoot autoguiderphd guide. The new orion ssag driver download is also interesting in that it includes an ssagphd2update. Step up to the next level of guiding accuracy and multipurpose imaging versatility with the orion starshoot autoguider pro mono astrophotography camera. Due to the ease of use of starshoot autoguiders and the included software, which requires no previous knowledge, astrophotography becomes almost childs play.
With the orion starshoot autoguider, precision autoguiding for deepsky photography is now easier and more economical than ever. Ce dispositif monochrome tres sensible est concu pour lautoguidage precis des montures equatoriales. It can be frustrating when first setting up this product, but if one slows down and reads the instructions, the setup is a breeze. I need to know if anyone uses this setup and some help on how to. Insert the included cdrom into your computers cdrom. This was enough to tell me the software would work ok. Now an employeeowned company, we pride ourselves on an unswerving commitment to best quality products, value and unmatched customer care. The included guide scope makes selecting a guide star easy with its large 60 mm objective lens and no. The orion starshoot autoguider provides a userfriendly, dedicated autoguiding camera for longexposure astrophotography. Features of the orion starshoot autoguider orion telescopes.
Lxd75909 module orion starshoot autoguiderphd guide posted in lxd series. The orion astrocap software is packed with capture features such as focus aids, histogram, exposure and gain settings, auto dark frame removal, and more. Id heard some good things about the orion ssag and decided to give it a try. The orion starshoot autoguider provides a userfriendly, dedicated autoguiding system for longexposure astrophotography.
Cant get orion starshoot autoguider driver to install. A gauche, cameras ccd dautoguidage sbig sti cylindres rouges equipees. Software compatible with windows xp, vista, 7, 8 and 10 32 bit and 64 bit. The computer would not recognize the camera, and the device manager showed it in yellow as an unknown device. I also am having problems in phd 2 with the orion ssag camera gain. Several people were complaining that their canon and nikons for byen cameras werent connecting, that phd2 guiding wouldnt work, and that the orion star shoot autoguider wasnt being recognized at all after the operating system was upgraded to windows 10. The ssag can also be selected as an ascom camera within ascom compatible software if the ssag ascom driver was installed using either the full installer ssagdrvfull. Orion starshoot autoguider pro monochrome camera highlights.
It offers automatic calibration and guiding with literally a single mouse click. The camera will appear after a few moments as an unknown device in the device manager tree view. The included software requires no previous knowledge of autoguiding. These cameras are so sensitive that its just all washed out if you try it out during the day. I get 1280x1024 resolution, monochrome of course, and frame rates up to about 5 seconds or so. The orion camera was then listed as orion ssag on the secondary list of cameras. It was never very sensitive and it had problems operating below 30 degrees f. Orions telescope and astrophotography accessories will enhance your telescope enjoyment without breaking the bank. Everything what you will need for asi camera control, imaging, guiding and processing at one place. Expand your viewing experience with accessories ranging from moon filters to powerboosting barlow lenses to advanced computerized telescope mounts. After each session, he has to reload the orion software, which is supposed to be win10 compatible, and the ascom drivers. Orion starshoot autoguider and 60mm guide scope package.
This complete autoguiding setup includes everything you need to enjoy the benefits of autoguided tracking accuracy in your astrophotographic pursuits. Attempts to reload or update the drivers were futile. A sturdy tworing bracket for the ultramini guide scope with builtin dovetail foot is included which is designed to fit the dovetail base found on orion telescopes and many other brands. That high accuracy due to the small pixel size means you can use the orion starshoot autoguider with smaller, less expensive guide scopes than whats possible with other guide cameras. Before the camera can be used, software and camera drivers must be installed onto your computer. Included software offers automatic calibration and autoguiding with a single. Sep 04, 2012 features of the orion starshoot autoguider orion telescopes. Orion starshoot autoguider ive got a low use ssag for sale, ive used this probably 34 times, in excellent likenew condition. Using ssag with phd guiding software phd guiding software should have already been installed prior to installation of the driver. Driver installation win 1087 for starshoot autoguider orion is pleased to announce the release of a new starshoot autoguider driver with support for windows 10 and backwards. The orion starshoot autoguider has revolutionized autoguiding and the capture of deepsky images by mechanizing the tedious and tiring method of manually guiding an exposure, which involved staring endlessly into an illuminated reticle eyepiece while tweaking your mounts electronic drive controls by hand to keep the stars pinpoint sharp.
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