The Astrophotography Manual: A Practical Approach to Deep Sky Imaging

Cover
Half Title
Title
Copyright
Contents
Dedication
Preface
About the Author
Introduction
The Curious World of Astrophotography
Pushing the Limits
	Down to Earth
	Optical Resolution
	On the Right Track
System Choices
	New Trends
	Support and Mount Options
	Telescope Options
	Camera Systems
	Capture Software and Electronics Options
	Portable Systems
Setting Up
	Catalogs, Maps, and Surveys
	Site and Image Planning
	Hardware Setup
	Software Setup
	Automation and Remote Control
Image Capture
	Exposure Planning
	Focusing
	Staying on Track
	Autoguiding and Tracking
	Tracking Models
Image Processing
	Image Processing Fundamentals
	Calibration, Registration, and Stacking
	Linear Processing
	Non-Linear Processing
	Narrowband Processing
	An Overview of StarTools
Assignments
	Practical Examples
	M92 (Globular Cluster)
	Iris Nebula (C4)
	Monkey Head Nebula (NGC 2174)
	Flaming Star Nebula Region (IC 405/410)
	Pelican Nebula (IC 5070)
	Bode’s Galaxy and Friends
	IC 342 / C5 The Hidden Galaxy
	Bubble Nebula Region (NGC 7635)
	Christmas Tree Nebula (LBN 912)
	Exoplanet TIC 468574941
Appendices
	Diagnostics
	Projects
	Bibliography, Resources, and Templates
	Glossary
	Index