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Discussion in 'New Members Introduce Yourself' started by graylydolphin, Jun 8, 2017.

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Started by graylydolphin on Jun 8, 2017 at 1:23 PM

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  1. graylydolphin

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    graylydolphin, Jun 8, 2017
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    I am 70 years old enjoy all aspects of astronomy. I own a Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Edge hd with Star Sense Auto Align. I love this telescope but do not use the Star Sense Auto Align. I am thinking about buying a solar telescope but not sure which one to buy. Still doing research on it.
     
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    Zigarro, Jun 8, 2017
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    Hello and welcome from N. Texas!
     
  3. Dave In Vermont

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    Dave In Vermont, Jun 8, 2017
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    Well hello there - it's nice to see you here!

    Please pull up a chair and make yourself at home. We enjoy discussing most any aspect of astronomy, and have some rather bright folks about.

    Feel free to jump in anywhere!

    Starry Skies -

    Dave
     
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    george, Jun 8, 2017
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    Welcome to AC, hopefully you have already found our series of articles for solar observing
    http://astronomyconnect.com/forums/threads/a-practical-guide-to-solar-observing-and-imaging.2881/

    We also have a free pdf with some intro information for observing the eclipse on Agena
    http://agenaastro.com/free-eclipse-guide.html

    The premium ebook is available on amazon for $3.99 which includes a coupon code for $5.00 off $30 or more from Agena as well.
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07235LPD...0a-20&linkId=204c45371bc8c9029fc59674325fd4a9

    We also have a few updates in the works on our solar filter finder tools so if you ended up just wanting to buy or make a filter for your existing scope there is that as well.
    https://astronomyconnect.com/database/solar-filter-finder-tool-for-telescopes
     
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    Orion25, Jun 10, 2017
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    Welcome to our community! Now is a great time for a solar scope. Come on down to the States for a total eclipse on August 21!;)

    Greetings,
    Reggie
     
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    graylydolphin, Jun 10, 2017
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    Thanks for the invite but I am unable to travel.
    Would you mind giving me your opinion on the
    Lunt Solar 60mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope ?
    is it a good buy for a beginner or should I consider something else?
     
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    Ed D, Jun 10, 2017
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    I have looked through a Lunt solar telescope during the Venus transit. It is one very nice solar scope in every respect, truly amazing. Don't be concerned if it's a beginner scope or expert. It's a really nice scope that will last a lifetime.

    Before jumping into the scope you may want to get a white light filter for your scope first to try out solar. Living in Canada the daytime heat may not be as bad. But, I live in South Florida and can only tolerate about 15 to 20 minutes at most, in the winter! A white light filter is inexpensive and a good way to try out solar observing. It will show you sun spots and some faculae. If you like it, a good solar scope will show so much more.

    Ed D
     
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    graylydolphin, Jun 10, 2017
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    Thanks for the info. It gets hot here in Windsor but nothing like the summers in your area. Have great viewing and always remember to look up.
     
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    Orion25, Jun 10, 2017
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    Listen to Ed. I'm not much of a solar observer (except for eclipses and transits), but have heard great things about the Lunt. Ed gave you some wonderful advice. Go for it!

    Clear skies,
    Reggie
     
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    graylydolphin, Jun 11, 2017
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    Thanks for the help. I will be taking his advice. I have already used a white light filter and it is one of the reasons that the Lunt solar scope is of so much interest to me. My with also believes that the Lunt is the way for me to go.
     
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    Dave In Vermont, Jun 11, 2017
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    Hey there gray -

    I don't know if you've already noticed this, so I thought I'd drop it by. It's a Zoom-Eyepiece from Lunt. I've been reading some info in another forum on Zoom-EP's used for solar-observation, and the consensus is that a Zoom works really well for this application. Here's our link:

    https://astronomyconnect.com/items/lunt-solar-zoom-125-eyepiece-72-215mm-ls7-21ze#reviews

    I know it may be 'jumping-the-gun' as you don't have the solar-scope yet, but you can file the information for later I figure.

    Have Fun & Sunny Skies,

    Dave
     
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    graylydolphin, Jun 11, 2017
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    Thanks for the information. I will take a good look at the Zoom-Eyepiece from Lunt.
     
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    Dave In Vermont, Jun 11, 2017
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    Thank you for your response, gray -

    I'm not endorsing it. The pieces I've read on Zoom-EP's for solar-work were not brand specific. So don't spend 10X as much because it's made by (or 'branded' by) one company or another. Actually the one that was mentioned the most was the Hyperion Mark III or IV from Baader. I've never read a review of the Lunt Zoom. But you could start a new thread on Zoom-EP's and get some opinions from here about people's thoughts. This is, after all, your forum too! :)

    The Baader Zoom-EP is a mid-priced Zoom, which many folks like a great deal.

    Including me! :D

    Have Fun & Enjoy!

    Dave
     

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