SeeStar Equatorial Mode Explained (Worth it?)
In this video, I test out the new equatorial mode for the SeeStar S30 and S50. I also found a potential issue when imaging in equatorial mode and see if there is a solution.
Wedge recommendations for EQ Mode (both S30 and S50):
SkyWatcher Wedge (IN STOCK): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDC...
Adjustable Clamping Lever Handle M8 x 50mm Metric (both S30 and S50):
https://amzn.to/4jthwbW
3/8" Stainless Flat Washers (for SeeStar S50), 1-1/2" Outside Diameter:
https://amzn.to/3G7rKAr
Note: You can use any washer from the hardware store. I selected this one because the 1.5" outside diameter matches the bottom part of the SeeStar.
Buy the SeeStar S30 Here:
Agena Astro: https://bit.ly/4gpi6Gn
High Point Scientific: https://bit.ly/4i1u21x
Official ZWO Store: https://www.zwoastro.com/product/sees...
All-Star Telescope (Canada): https://all-startelescope.com/product...
Buy the SeeStar S50 Here:
Official ZWO Store: https://www.zwoastro.com/product/sees...
USA and International (Agena Astro): https://bit.ly/4d4XZw7
Canada (All-Star Telescope): https://all-startelescope.com/product...
General Affiliate links which support this channel at no cost to you:
Agena Astro: https://agenaastro.com/?rfsn=7861342....
High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?...
ZWO Store: https://www.zwoastro.com/?ref=abdurastro
All-Star Telescope (Highly recommended for Canadians): https://all-startelescope.com/?sca_re...
My Recommended Equipment:
Smart Telescopes:
Seestar S50 All-In-One Smart Telescope:
USA and International (Agena Astro): https://bit.ly/4d4XZw7
Canada (All-Star Telescope): https://all-startelescope.com/product...
SeeStar Accessories: https://all-startelescope.com/product...
Seestar S30 All-In-One Smart Telescope: https://bit.ly/3VzKWvB
SeeStar Tripod Leveller: https://all-startelescope.com/product...
USB Powerbank for Smart Telescopes: https://amzn.to/3VsKC0V
Dwarflabs DWARF 3 (pre-order): https://dwarflab.com?aff=132
Mounts/Tripods:
ZWO AM3 (Sale: FREE Carbon Fiber Tripod): https://bit.ly/4bGhD0w
ZWO AM5 (Sale: FREE Carbon Fiber Tripod): https://bit.ly/3vZ3Dzp
ZWO Tripod: https://bit.ly/3Qc9b0g
iOptron CEM70: https://bit.ly/3Q7KdyT
iOptron Tri-Pier: https://bit.ly/3WbgfhC
Sky-Watcher EQ6R: https://bit.ly/3PwUdli
Cameras:
ASI2600MC DUO Color Camera: https://bit.ly/4csEPjE
ASI2600MM PRO Mono Camera: https://bit.ly/3WcVvG3
ZWO ASI6200MC Pro Color Full Frame Camera: https://bit.ly/3QdM9G6
Telescopes and optics:
Celestron 11" EdgeHD: https://bit.ly/4apIE7b
Starizona Hyperstar 11: https://bit.ly/494gopO
Celestron RASA 8" Astrograph: https://bit.ly/3UtlVlQ
Askar SQA85 f/4.8 Quintuplet Petzval Refractor: https://bit.ly/3PCxN1t
Sharpstar 130mm f/2.8 HNT Hyperbolic Newtonian Astrograph: https://bit.ly/4iuwvTC
William Optics RedCat 91 WIFD f/4.9 Petzval Refractor: https://bit.ly/4iqiQga
GSO 10" f/8 Ritchey-Chretien Astrograph: https://bit.ly/3OKHXNd
Filters, Filter wheels and Astro Accessories:
IDAS NBZ 2 Duo Band Filter (Recommended for RASA or Hyperstar but also works on slower telescopes): https://bit.ly/3TyWq0B
Optolong L-PARA Duo-band filter: https://bit.ly/425exRB
Optolong L-Ultimate DuoBand filter: (Recommended for telescopes other than RASA or Hyperstar) https://bit.ly/3vSa737
ZWO EAF Focuser: https://bit.ly/3ZJ4ujK
ZWO EAF Bracket for Celestron C11 and C14 SCT: https://bit.ly/41m1PO8
ZWO EAF Bracket for Celestron C8 and C9.25 SCT: https://bit.ly/4gmu7w0
Other "nice to have" accessories I recommend:
Dehumidifier Rod
https://amzn.to/41qAnPh
Canada: https://amzn.to/4iutAKn
Quieter 4C MiniPC
https://amzn.to/49xqnFR
Canada: https://amzn.to/3VvLnqS
100ah LiFePo4 battery (and charger)
https://amzn.to/3ZJCr3C
Canada: https://amzn.to/4g3X9Ry
Filter Wrench (48-55mm)
Type 1: https://amzn.to/49JZOxz
Type 2: https://amzn.to/3Zu7f7e
Canada Type 1: https://amzn.to/4gtsjSd
Canada Type 2: https://amzn.to/3ZveTyb
Tripod Weight/Stone Bag
https://amzn.to/3Vtxrh9
Canada: https://amzn.to/3Vwd1Ed
Headlamp with dedicated RED light button
https://amzn.to/3ZGZuw2
Canada: https://amzn.to/49xqXDx
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