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Hello David,
the AAVSO charts that are _plotted_ with dots for stars do have stars missing in some areas. But you can also request the Variable Star Plotter to send back a DSS _image_ of the field instead (there is a tick-box in the VSP set-up box for that). If you do that, the image does show your star I think. Here’s the link to a chart that shows the field (I hope it appears correctly in the post as it’s a very long address!):
All the best,
Jeremy
Indeed, it looks intriguing, Gary. I’m not quite sure what to make of it, but I’d certainly like to give it a try.
Jeremy
That’s a great interview, Mike. You made a very good case for William Pearson and covered some fascinating anecdotes about him.
Well done!
Jeremy
There are some reviews here:
http://alpha-lyrae.co.uk/2014/10/25/vixen-sg-2-1×42-binoculars-review/
http://www.ianmorison.com/vixen-2-1-x-42-mm-wide-field-binoculars-review/
Jeremy
Hello Dave,
I have a pair of Vixen SG 2.1 x 42 Widefield binoculars. They get a mention in my From the President column in the June Journal at:
https://www.britastro.org/journal-view/10301
Personally, I think they are great for widefield (whole constellation) views from dark sites. They come into their own when you look at the milky way towards the galactic centre. You need to get used to using them, but I am quite taken with them. However, they are no substitute for “conventional” binos.
I haven’t tried other makes.
Hope this helps,
Jeremy
That’s a great initiative by Leicestershire Council, Mike.
I’ve submitted my vote!
I see last year the site of the Barwell Meteorite fall was marked with a green plaque.
All the best,
Jeremy
Many thanks to everyone who contacted me on the Forum and privately.
I now have a lead that I am pursuing.
Jeremy
Thanks for pointing this out, Robin.
It’s fascinating to see that the brightest DNe are within range of confirmation by amateur spectroscopists!
Jeremy
Many thanks for doing this so promptly, Nick.
I must say yesterday’s meeting was excellent. The talks by Richard Miles, Richard McKim and yourself were outstanding and showed the BAA at its best. Thank you!
I encourage those members who were unable to attend to watch the videos when they becoming available.
Best regards,
Jeremy
This is an excellent publication Nick and team. I would encourage everyone to have a look at this wonderful resource. It is a great example of what the BAA does so well: providing authoritative and practical guidance to enable people to get the most out of their observing. Well done!
All the best,
Jeremy
That’s a wonderful collection of photos, Mark. Thanks so much for taking them and for posting them online.
I especially liked the nighttime scene on the observing field.
But what a difference a fortnight makes: at Winchester we enjoyed summer temperatures, whereas now we are back to winter. Mind you, the seeing last night was better than I have experienced for a long time, with wonderful views of Jupiter and the GRS though my telescope.
Thanks again for your post,
Jeremy Shears
James,
I’ll be at the BAA meeting in Eastbourne next Saturday – I’d be happy to discuss any issues you might be addressing with your set-up.
Jeremy
Nice result Bill! I enjoyed the video – the distorted train on one is particularly interesting.
It was clear here in Cheshire for part of the night and I caught a few Lyrids on my meteorcams, but none very bright
All the best,
Jeremy Shears
Hello Michael,
the video recorder is a Avermedia CV910 Extreme Cap 910 by AVerMedia Technologies Inc.
Unfortunately this model is no longer made, but some are still available via Amazon in the US (which is where we obtained our second “box”).
I am most grateful for the effort Nick and Dominic have put into editing the videos and uploading them.
All the best,
Jeremy
It was go to see you James – and the many other members who were there. Full marks to Ann Davies, Alan Dowdell and their willing band of helpers for organising such an enjoyable event.
And we had two nights under clear skies! There were about 20 telescopes set up on Saturday night and I had the chance to look through most of them. It was almost a mini-star party!
Jeremy
Dear Ernst,
a warm welcome to the BAA Forum. We very much look forward to hearing about your work in spectroscopy.
Kind regards,
Jeremy Shears
Hello Peter and Martin,
great to see you both quick off the mark with the latest Observer’s Challenge. Good to see the images on your Members Pages too!
Jeremy
