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Thank you @Burly for taking the time to look through those rough data sets. Looking back at it, yes, I know what happened with the focus on Bodes. My original target was Orion but my mount wasnt cooperating. By the time it started working (after a re-do on the PA) Orion flew out of view. Bodes was m...

Having a bit of trouble processing a couple data sets to something even remotely acceptable. The data is not good, especially with M81/M82. My tracking is usually better, but this time around DSS would only process 1 of 52 subs. I didn't want the session to be a waste and bought Astro Pixel Processo...

Interesting about the walking noise, as I'm sure I left on the dither function for Astrophotography Tool. I think once I get my guidescope I'll switch to PHD2's dithering function. I was wondering if you see the same issues with the Heart Nebula? I forgot to change the ISO of the flat to match the l...

Thank you. I've got a lot to respond with when I'm off work later (graveyard here).

My first reaction is....is that my photo? Lol, that looks so much better than my attempt.

My first post here. Been lurking around for a few months now and just getting started with post processing. I'm having a lot of fun despite the early struggles and am excited to learn all that I can from this board. This is regarding the Horsehead and Heart Nebula. A couple weeks ago I was testing o...