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Observation by David Swan: Prep for Triton occultation

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David Swan

Observer

David Swan

Observed

2017 Sep 30 - 20:45

Uploaded

2017 Sep 30 - 23:18

Objects

Neptune

Equipment
  • Scope: 200mm SCT at f/6.3
  • Camera: ASI178MM. Baader UV/IR cut
  • Software: Firecapture
Exposure

Single exposure of 2s

Location

Tynemouth, UK

Target name

Neptune, Triton

Title

Prep for Triton occultation

About this image

Time stated is UT. Triton is clear in this single frame. A 2s exposure at 78% gain.

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