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NGC 4631

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This image © Copyright 2008, Michael Fulbright

This was a test to see if my Atlas EQ-G could handle my 10 inch Newtonian for guided imaging. I managed to get about 1 hour of data consisting of 1 minute exposures. There was minor trailing of the stars which I fixed in Photoshop. Considering I had 50+ pounds of equipment on a mount rated for 40 pounds it did quite well!

Acquisition Details:
Date: 05/19/2007
Exposure: L: 34 min (1x1), RGB: 10 min each (2x2)
Telescope: DBA 10 inch f/5 Newtonian
Mount: Atlas EQ-G
Camera: SXV-H9 + Astronomik filters