3
Filter .......................................... 26
Color Balance .................................. 27
Stretch ........................................ 28
Recommended Processing Sequence............... 29
Note on File Format.............................. 30
Batch Process .................................. 30
4. using the StarShoot Pro as an autoguider ...... 31
Computer to Mount Connection.................... 33
Autoguider Calibration ........................... 35
Multiple Camera Control For Autoguiding ............ 37
5. Other Features of MaxIm Dl Essentials ........ 37
Edit Menu...................................... 37
View Menu ..................................... 38
Window Menu .................................. 38
Help Menu ..................................... 39
6. tips.................................... 39
Polar Alignment ................................. 39
Choosing a Site for Astro-imaging .................. 40
Using Focal Reducers and Barlow Lenses ........... 40
Filters ......................................... 41
USB Extension Cable ............................ 41
Care and Maintenance ........................... 41
7. Speciļ¬cations ............................ 42
appendix a. troubleshooting................... 43
appendix B. Field of View Quick reference Guide .. 46
appendix C. Summarized Procedure to Imaging
Deep Sky Objects ........................... 51