EQ mode

H

My second night shooting with EQ mode and I must say it’s the best update for this little scope.

Takes less time to setup than ALTAZ, no need to level, compass calibration ( when needed is a breeze), and I am now shooting with 20/30 second exposure time.

Daemon42

You sure about no need to level? First time I used it, I was seeing consistent tiny star streaks in every single exposure and I'm about 99% sure it's because the tripod base itself was not levelled. I think it's more important than ever.

H

No need to level. No star trails etc. I make sure I am pointing due south, latitude set at 38 degrees

Gordon

How do you accurately level the S50 in EQ mode?

Digital Don

My experience with both the S30 and S50 has also been that no leveling within the app is required. I use a Skywatcher wedge on al SmallRig FreeBlazer tripod and use the half-ball mechanism to level the wedge using the built-in bubble level. My images in EQ mode have been very good with no trailing.

Don