Part I | COMPLETE Setup Guide for Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i Pro Package (Wi-Fi Enabled)

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In this Star Adventurer 2i tutorial video, I walk you through the complete setup process for your Wi-Fi enabled, Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i, which will allow you to take sharply tracked photos of the Milky Way and deep-sky objects (DSOs). This v2i model, is the latest version of Sky-Watcher's very popular star tracker - the Star Adventurer. The new and upgraded version now has Wi-Fi built in, which allows you to control the mount and your camera's shutter, over Wi-Fi. Come with me as I show you how to mount the tracker to your tripod, polar align your mount, mount your gear on the tracker, balance heavy gear on the tracker, in both the RA and Declination axis, and finally, use the built in Wi-Fi feature, to control the tracking and your camera's shutter.
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My Info
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Website: www.thelightexplorer.com/
Instagram: / thelightexplorer
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Timestamps
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00:00 Intro
01:42 Star Adventurer 2i Pro Package Contents
02:54 Mode Dial Settings
04:23 Mounting the Equatorial Wedge
04:43 Mounting the Tracking Mount onto the Wedge
06:43 Polar Alignment - Locating Polaris & Positioning on the Reticle
10:51 Polar Alignment - Leveling the Tripod
12:34 Polar Alignment - Using Rear Dials to get 0 & 6 on Polar Clock vertical
16:01 Polar Alignment - Checking to ensure Tripod Level
16:43 Polar Alignment - Locating Polaris on the Reticle at Night
18:08 Polar Alignment - Installing the Polar Scope Illuminator
19:38 Polar Alignment - Placing Polaris in Precise Location on Polar Clock
21:53 Mounting Camera Gear Using Ball-head Adapter
23:35 Pointing Camera and Lens towards DSO using Ball-head Adapter
24:28 Mounting Camera Gear Using Fine Tuning Mounting Assembly
28:08 Balancing the Load Using Counterweight Kit in RA Axis
30:11 Pointing Camera and Lens towards DSO using Fine Tuning Assembly
32:34 The Need to Balance in the Declination Axis
36:46 Polar Aligning With a Rotated Reticle
38:20 Using the 'Polar Scope Align Pro' App for a Rotated Reticle
42:08 Tracking Options
42:53 Shutter Release Options
44:46 Using Wi-Fi and the SAM Console App
48:23 Conclusion
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Music Credit
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'Great Days' by:
Joakim Karud / joakimkarud​
Music by Joakim Karud / joakimkarud
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Links to Items Mentioned in Video (Affiliate Links)
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01) Star Adventurer 2i: amzn.to/3s524bB
02) Counterweight Kit: amzn.to/3ara1Sp
03) Tripod (no ball-head): amzn.to/3vVqK9E
04) Tripod (with ball-head): amzn.to/3nAdmE7
05) Tripod Leveling Base: amzn.to/3bMXPef
06) Laser Pointer: amzn.to/3aop13p
07) Hot-shoe adapter for Laser: amzn.to/3aeBwOl
08) Arca Swiss Clamp: amzn.to/3rYezWe
Dovetail Plates
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Please get a long enough dovetail plate for your lens foot. Don't get too short a plate, as the plate needs to be able to slide along the clamp, far enough to balance your lens. At the same time, you don't really need too long a plate either. If you plan to eventually get a guide camera to auto-guide, then I suggest you get the 200mm plate - you can then connect the auto-guider to the bottom of the plate. Three suggestions below - you can also get any other brand's plate that you might prefer.
09) Lens Dovetail Plate (100mm): amzn.to/3k33DnC
10) Lens Dovetail Plate (140mm): amzn.to/3scXlnO
11) Lens Dovetail Plate (200mm): amzn.to/2RKKr3R
Cases
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12) Pelican Case (Model 1450): amzn.to/3pyvk92
13) Pelican Case (Model 1520): amzn.to/3uWg0pE
14) Harbor Freight Apache Case: amzn.to/2NyLcuR
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[@CandCSchroeder]

I rarely comment on videos, but this is a fantastic introduction. I recently bought a Star Adventurer and I appreciate the effort and time you invested in making this guide. Two thumbs up!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks so much for your feedback Cristopher - glad you liked the content and found it helpful.

[@ftballmaniac77]

@@TheLightExplorer Same here! This video was fantastic. I really appreciate all the time and effort that went into this

[@theresawilliams4228]

Very best you tube tutorial on the star adventure 2i pro out there! Thanks so much for your effort to cover every detail. The rate and tone of your speaking voice was perfect. (Most talk way too fast). Clear skies!!

[@mdre83]

@thelightexplorer just found your channel, what a fantasising video! 👏🏼

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you. So glad you found it useful.

[@bry2k]

The Sky Watcher people should pay you for this. 😁 Excellent tutorial.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks so much for your kind words. Glad you found the tutorial helpful.

[@scapellinni]

This is by far the best video tutorial on the subject!! Thank you! I’ve spotted 3 errors on my procedure, next night out I’ll try again doing right!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks Sérgio - let us know how it goes and if you have any questions.

[@MrOkieChef]

I’m in the very beginning of the learning stage of astrophotography and I have yet to invest anything but time into the process. I found your video really helpful in ordering things in my mind. Very concise and well thought out. The production was excellent with no background distractions, very clear demonstrations and great photography. Nicely done.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for the feedback John. You will really enjoy this crazy journey learning astrophotography.

[@paulmanhart4481]

Great review. Thanks. I’m thinking of getting this for the 2024 eclipse. I have a Nikon Z7 II and a Nikon 600 mm lens. I want to take a series of exposures ranging from 1/1000th to 1 second for HDR photography. I think I would need a leveling head on the tripod, right? Alignment would be during the day. What can you offer in advice? Would this be useful? I don’t want any clocking of images from one exposure to another. This is my main concern, not x and y translation. What hardware would I need other than the tripod, leveling head and tracker? Thanks, Paul

[@atariman7196]

⁠@@paulmanhart4481 I too, am getting into the realm of astrophotography due to the eclipse. My Equipment is not as nice. I have a Nikon N1 J5 as well as a D5600. I am thinking about using a long lens on the N1 and a wide angle on the 5600. (i’m going to take advantage of the crop sensor multiplier on the N1. I have a lens that adjusts out to 300 mm which is equivalent to an 810 mm on a full frame sensor. I am interested in daytime alignment practices.

[@AttilaTheHun333333]

Unbelievably well presented and explained. Thank You for this well thought out and beautiful video! It’s so much appreciated.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TaleOfTwoIdiots]

As someone so old that I actually tried to photograph Halley’s comet with tripod-mounted film SLR in 1986, I find this sort of tech absolutely magical.

[@matthewgrichmond]

I've watched several videos about getting this tracker set up, and this video is the best! It's a bit long, but covered the situations that were confusing me earlier today as I tried to get acquainted with this tracker, so the length was worth it. Thank you for taking the time to make this!

[@melbournetj]

This was incredibly helpful. Thank you for adding the bookmarks to make it easier to go back and review parts of the set up. This is such a well thought out tutorial, and it's very generous of you to share this in the way you have. Thank you!

[@TheLightExplorer]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@GordonBurnsVideo]

This was totally great - exactly what I needed to get started with my new Star Adventurer 2i Pro. Expertly put together at exactly the right level of pace and detail. I will certainly feel very confident now setting this all up - soon as I can get a clear night that is - which here in UK this year has been not brilliant. Will watch your other videos too for sure.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Zi8er]

Amazing detailed tutorial. Thank you very much for the time and effort.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your kind words. It totally makes it worth spending those long hours creating these kind of videos.

[@elbass0]

This is pure gold. Thanks a lot!

[@rtumkur]

Fantastic tutorial! Love it. You give so many details that are missed out in the manual or are not well explained. Thank you so much for doing this!

[@keithmc]

I've learned so much from your video! Great job!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@EuropaChronicles]

Very impressive tutorial! I can’t believe you put in all this work and released it for free on KZbin. You’ve gained a new sub today! I’m an old hat at photography, but brand new to Astro. Looking forward to learning much more from you! Thanks for putting in the time and effort! Hopefully I can pay it forward someday.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your kind words and glad you enjoyed the video. It is rewarding enough to hear that the videos help others. Please don't forget to check out the pinned comment with the values to be used for dithering - I unfortunately forget to include that in the video (even though I had recorded the explanation).

[@richardbuell5206]

Absolutely awesome walkthrough for this equipment as well as links to additional equipment. I can't wait to try this out

[@ralphguppy]

Thanks for such a complete tutorial!! Patiently and thoroughly well presented! I was so frustrated last night trying to set up the Sky Watcher from other videos that I gave up! But not any more, can’t wait to try again!

[@anthonyrenaud5783]

Great Tutorial. You’re very detailed on every step including the 3 degree increments on the Star Tracker. You’re the first one who included that information. Thank you.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you Anthony - glad it was helpful!

[@JimNotCarrey]

First channel to see point out the importance and solution to balancing in the declination axis. Thank you

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you so much for the feedback Jim. Appreciate it.

[@dineshbabumm]

This was amazing walk through with such clarity and reasoning for each step. I thoroughly enjoyed the tutorial and eagerly look forward to using my star adventurer. Thank you very much for doing this.

[@TheLightExplorer]

You are so welcome!

[@aeromann6243]

Super Tutorial, es wurde alles super erklärt.Ich habe mir den Star Adventurer auch zugelegt und bin durch dieses Tutorial sehr gut auf das Gerät vorbereitet. Vielen Dank

[@mikesensier3656]

A great tutorial as I’m in the process of buying a star adventurer at the moment. I like how you went into depth on the areas and didn’t gloss over some parts like other tutorials I’ve seen. For me the best area was the checking of the re-alignment after framing your target...love that app, makes life very easy. Now subscribed and will check your other videos...Nicely presented....👍

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback Mike - appreciate it. Have fun with your new toy - I really like it. And you are getting it in time for the Milky Way season. 😀

[@jeffscra]

Awesome video!!! I appreciate all the detail. I would like to see how you go about framing your shots and making sure you are getting what you are intending to.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks Jeff and glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the suggestion for a future video. I can definitely work on creating another video with that in mind.

[@KenToney]

Awesome video waiting on Explorer 2i to deliver!

[@bgovan64]

Just ordered mine today!! Look forward to watching this video. New to all of this and very excited.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Congratulations! You ordered it just in time for the Milky Way season - have fun!

[@AstroCloudGenerator]

This is without doubt the best SA2i tutorial. I’ve had mine for a while and you have taught me a lot of good stuff. I also like the way you have embraced the app. So many other reviews are clearly too lazy to use it fully, and continue using unnecessary intervalometers which don’t offer dither and just add more cables to catch the wind. Can’t wait to see what you do next.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback Richard. So glad you liked the video and found it useful.

[@ThistleBeaksBirdCams]

what does dithering do?

[@AstroCloudGenerator]

@@ThistleBeaksBirdCams although the tracker is tracking the stars during the exposure, dithering moves the subject of your image slightly between shots to ensure that hot pixels and other noise can be identified by your stacking software and removed.

[@ThistleBeaksBirdCams]

@@AstroCloudGenerator interesting, thank you for the response. I'm still new to astrophotography and was considering getting the star adventurer. So inbetween shots does the camera take another image while it moves ? or is it just that as the next image is taken due to the camera being ever so slightly different from last time it has different noise/hot pixels?

[@AstroCloudGenerator]

@@ThistleBeaksBirdCams You set up the Star Adventurer to take a shot for a set period with a set interval. The SA sends a signal to the camera to take a shot and accurately tracks the stars however between shots it varies its speed very slightly to ensure that the subject moves slightly. If you are new to Astrophotography then a great place to learn is the Nebula Photos discord server. There are plenty of people only too happy to help you get started.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Notes on Dithering & the SAM Console App =================================== Dithering Notes ------------------------- I got a few comments requesting more color on the 'Dithering' option in the app. Dithering is the process of moving the mount by a very small amount, in a random fashion, for each sub photo you take. Since hot pixels and any fixed pattern noise is static, it will show up at the exact same location on each frame. But because of dithering, the stars will show up at slightly different locations in those same frames. Thus when you end up stacking the frames and aligning the stars, the pattern noise will now be located in random portions of the stacks and can be removed by the stacking software. First just make sure you have the latest firmware for your Mount (i.e. later than 3.10) and that you have the latest SAM Console app. The dithering on the SA v2i is in the RA axis only, but will definitely be beneficial. You would of course have to use the cable to connect your camera to the SNAP port and let the SA control the exposures. If you wanted to dither in the declination axis, you could very slightly move the gear in that axis (with the fine tuning adjustment knob) every few frames. I had found this formula below from a post by Fred on the Star Gazers Lounge website: d = 35 x p / F Where : d is the dithering in arcmin, to enter in the SAM console app p is the pixel size of your camera's sensor, in µm F is the focal length of your lens in mm The above is to dither by 10 pixels. If you would like to adjust the amount of dither, you can apply a factor - for instance, if you would like to dither by 15 pixels (i.e. 1.5 times of 10 pixels), then simply multiply the result obtained above (i.e. multiply 'd'), by a factor of 1.5. It seems you might not be able to enter decimal numbers directly in the SAM console. To get past that, just enter 0 and press 'Done' - you will see 0.00 in the input box. Then just edit the figures and don't delete the decimal separator. Fred recommends saving a profile for each DSLR/ lens combination you use so that you don't need to calculate it again. SAM Console App Notes ---------------------------------------- One thing that I forgot to mention in the video, is that when the mount is switched to the 'App' mode, it will NOT start tracking UNTIL you hit 'Run' for the sequence (e.g. 'Astrophotography'). For some reason, Sky-Watcher has chosen NOT to let the mount track UNTIL you actually tap 'Run' on the top right - it will then begin the tracking. I thus suggest that after you frame the DSO, if you need additional time before you start taking the exposures, simply switch the mode dial on the mount to 'Sidereal' (or 'Solar', 'Lunar' as the case maybe) - that way the mount will begin tracking right away and continue to track (allowing the DSO to stay framed). Once you are ready to take the photos (i.e you have set focus manually along with the exposure etc.), you can then switch the mode dial on the mount to 'App', connect your smart device to it and then hit 'Run' to begin the shooting sequence. Miscellaneous Notes ---------------------------------- 1) Latitude Adjustment: When you have positioned Polaris in the correct position on the polar clock, you will be tightening the Latitude adjustment lever (on the left side of the wedge) and the Azimuth adjustment screws (on the rear of the wedge). Please note that over-tightening the Latitude adjustment lever can shift the alignment. What I suggest is that once you have Polaris in the reticle, tighten the Latitude adjustment lever, but don't over-tighten it (so turn it clockwise until you feel resistance and maybe turn a quarter turn more). You can then use the Latitude adjustment knob on the front to make any fine adjustments (at this point don't touch the lever anymore). Once you have Polaris in the correct position on the polar clock (per the SAM console app), tighten the Azimuth adjustment screws on the rear, by turning both the screws clockwise - at the same time. This will ensure that there is no play in the horizontal plane and the wedge does not move. 2) Android users: I have received feedback that the version of the PS Align Pro app in the Android App Store is not stable and crashes. You can try to download the "stable" version from Sky-watcher's website. The link is: skywatcher.com/download/software/star-adventurer/ If that link does not work, then there seems to be a new app in the Android store called Polar Clock that addresses a rotated reticle. Check it out and see if it works for you: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.astrotools.polarclock&hl=en_US&gl=US

[@adityasoni6185]

One very important but disastrous thing i found last night during Dithering which u missed as well. Because of Dithering i lost ~50~70% frames with eggy or trailing stars. The reason i explain. Its my first time i did Dithering and found that out of 3~4 frames only 1 had round stars while i have shot many times without Dithering and accuracy was 100% upto 300mm for 120 sec. After reading about Dithering, i noticed that after Dithering its takes a lot of time to return to its normal tracking speed as it happens during guided tracking in ASI Air system. But in SAP2i app, there is no such control. I usually keep interval between photos 3 sec and last night i kept it 5 sec and still my 50~70% frames ruined. So, Dithering on SAP2i is just waste of time because we have to manually find out the time between frame by trial and error. If i had not done Dithering, i would have got 80min of totol exposure with perfect round stars, but now i have ended up with just 28 mins. (Weather was good, no strong wind, tripod dead center accurate; well balanced gears) Please explain something so that we can have some idea.

[@TheLightExplorer]

@@adityasoni6185 Hi Aditya - yes, you need to increase the Photo Interval time to allow for the mount to settle. Having said that, I have used 10 seconds for my mount and have had no issues for a 10 pixel dither. You could try 15 seconds or so (or 20) to start with and then lower it to see what the sweet spot is. I hadn't addressed dithering in this video, but I am just completing my Complete guide to the SA Console App - which I will upload in a. few hours. That has this information. LMK if you plan on going again tonight to try out dithering and what settings you used.

[@adityasoni6185]

@@TheLightExplorer thanks for your reply. Unfortunately, no clear skies or if present, 95% above humidity. I will be looking forward to your new tutorial. Clear skies!

[@TheLightExplorer]

@@adityasoni6185 Thanks Aditya - that tutorial on the SA Console app is up now. You can watch it at kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIiUeZqQl5ykd7c

[@macaroni4]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, I really appreciate your thorough demonstration on how this works. You did a great job!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed the video - hope you checked out the pinned comment about dithering (I forgot to include it in the video).

[@stewdun2426]

WOW - this is the best and most thorough for the 2i Pro. Fantastic - clear, well annunciated etc. THANKS! I will subscribe!

[@jamesdennis1777]

When aligning the date date scale with zero, you used Oct 31st and placed the mark halfway between 10 and 11 on zero. Question #1: Is the day you shot the video Oct 31st? If so, Question #2: The alignment mark is halfway between 10 and 11, shouldn't that be Oct 15th? Or am I confused???

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hi James. Answer #1: No, I did not shoot the video on Oct 31st. You just have to set the date to Oct 31st on the scale regardless of the date you are using it on. It is just the way it has been constructed. Answer #2: The half-way mark is half-way between Oct 1st and Nov 30th - hence it is Oct 31st. Please let me know if you have any other questions. FYI, I just posted a complete guide to using the Wi-Fi app (the SA Console App). So do check that out if you plan to use the App.

[@jamesdennis1777]

@@TheLightExplorer thank you for your prompt reply-much appreciated sir.

[@ghostdeinidagr8462]

Wow man this is in-depth at its finest. I don’t need to watch another video on the subject you covered every thing. Thank you so much for your time and effort into creating this video. You’re awesome 👏🏼

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

[@crrc250]

The best tutorial I have seen yet on this unit! I was going to get the MSM, but this will do so much more. You have pretty much sold me to get this one now. You've shown and explained so many details that no one else has. Thank you ever so much!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback. So glad it was helpful!

[@ennileah]

I came across this video while frantically searching through alsorts of results, after pulling my hair out for hours while trying set up my mount. I am so please I found this, you explain things in a straight way and its so easy to understand!! So thank you so much for putting this together, I have learnt alot in the past 49 mins!!

[@lonnieclemens8028]

This has been an interesting video. I will watch more of it tomorrow.

[@Delta2Echo]

As others have said, excellent video. You gave all of the needed info without dragging things out too long. This is exactly what I needed for my new pro kit to get me going. Thanks for making this video!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks for your note Dan - so glad you found it useful.

[@mxquattro]

I have been using mine for over a year now and still learned something new, thank you! Great Video!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@jamesbolm8531]

Thank you so much for an extremely detailed and informative video. I just purchased a Star Adventurer 2i, and your careful explanations will definitely be helpful.

[@jackquinn4085]

Just bought a Star Adventurer as well and this video is extremely helpful with being a beginner. Thank you!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hey Jack - that is awesome. You are going to have a great time with that tracker. I am just in the process of uploading my follow up video showing how to blend a foreground with a sky - so keep a lookout for that.

[@Mazzter101]

This is by far, the best video on the Star Adventurer I have seen.

[@jsberry4088]

Perfect! Thank you for sorting out all of my questions. I appreciate the detail and your approach. Clear Skies!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Awesome! Glad you found the video useful. Clear skies to you too.

[@bradfordpepping8434]

Thanks for the setup guide! I was trying to determine which package would suit me and your video was very helpful.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@geekdomo]

Thank you for this super detailed explanation. I bought this tracker based on your instructional video. Other brands others have not covered as well, nor the manufacturer so I passed. Really appreciate it!

[@TheLightExplorer]

You are welcome! Glad it helped out. Fall and Winter are great times for some deep sky photography (Orion et al). :-)

[@Jerguu]

Pretty much the best video I could find on this! Straight and to the point!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks so much for your feedback Jacob. Appreciate it.

[@henrynorman7980]

Thank you so much for this detailed video. I was going crazy trying to properly set up my new mount. You explained it well and completely.

[@ericpitt3876]

You Sir, are a fantastic teacher!

[@atlassilverbraid]

Fantastic video. Thank you for speaking slowly, calmly and clearly.

[@TheLightExplorer]

You're very welcome! Glad you found the pacing comfortable.

[@jollyvivi]

Just WOW.. One of the most complete and through setup toutorials.. A big fan of this channel already :-)

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback - appreciate it.

[@oceanside2152]

I am a very experienced amateur astronomer and I found this concise, clear. Excellent job. I'm buying one of these for the upcoming 2024 eclipse and my H-α filter/refractor.

[@yervantparnagian5999]

Fantastic and clearest explanation of this tracker. I recently purchased this tracker to go along with my HEQ5 Pro.

[@TheLightExplorer]

So glad it was helpful!

[@monybclaudioc.6647]

This is by far the most complete and helpful video on the SW Star Adventurer. Fantastic job. Thanks a lot.❤

[@aactor57]

Thank you for such a well explained tutorial. I just bought a SA2i Pro Pack and have found your video helpful in setting things up as well as some items I need to get(lens collar and dovetail plate)to help balance.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback and glad you enjoyed the video. I am just working on a video about using the SA Console App - hopefully you find that useful too. Have a great weekend.

[@ak13three]

This is one of the best setup videos I have ever seen. Thank you for your effort. I will be purchasing this mount soon.

[@ak13three]

I got the mount but have a little problem, maybe you might have experienced this before. Polaris is obstructed by the house and a tall tree in my backyard. Any idea how I would polar align without seeing the star?

[@brucelsprout]

That's one heavy duty ball head. Wow. Great tutorial

[@mikeboyles8961]

Rare to see an instructional video with no "dislikes". Awesome video.

[@tonydodd2010]

Great video - clears much of the confusion (and fear) that was in my mind. Thanks so much!

[@TheLightExplorer]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@graemefryer6227]

Very clear and well constructed video guide. Well done!

[@paulgamble6903]

The most detailed setup guide that I've seen yet - Thank you

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your kind comment. Glad it was helpful!

[@cc63]

Thanks so much for explaining camera orientation. I probably would have figured it out eventually, but you made it very clear.

[@TheLightExplorer]

You're welcome! Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback.

[@joshuaghogari]

love the way you explained the video from start to end. and as a gesture of appreciation ive purchased the startracker through your link. thank you so much.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hi Joshua. So glad you liked the video and thanks much for ordering using the affiliate link.

[@jmcalpena]

Thanks, today I started to get familiar with the Star Adventurer 2i and this is by far the best video I've seen about it. Congratulations Jose Maria

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for your feedback.

[@avender93]

This is such a great video, so easy to follow. Thank you for taking the time!

[@stanbarton914]

Best tutorial on balancing across both RA and DEC axes I've seen. It was very helpful.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Biriyanibulu]

This is one of the best Videos I have seen of the Star Adventurer - and I have two of them going in for the third

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@russellbarry30]

I just bought a star adventurer and this video is superb . It explains all the little tricks to get you going. Many thanks.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad you liked the video Russell.

[@nachiketsardesai8837]

Thanks for sharing step by step guide to use Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i. This was very helpful for beginner like me to understand and learn how to use this tracker. Looking forward for more videos like this. All the very best!!!

[@TheLightExplorer]

You're very welcome Nachiket! Glad it was helpful.

[@maxsanseb]

Great tutorial! I wouldn't have been able to properly calibrate the Star Adventurer without your expertise. Praise!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for the feedback and glad it was helpful. FYI, I just posted a complete guide to using the Wi-Fi app (the SA Console App). So do check that out if you plan to use the App.

[@edrift3d]

Fantastic tutorial. Exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[@cindymathe2519]

Your videos are the most helpful and informative I have every seen on these instruments. Thank you so much!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for your feedback Cindy - so glad you enjoyed it.

[@brianr7318]

Excellent video. Very helpful in setting up my device.

[@gopinathnair9716]

5 stars for this video presentation . Best explanation , precise , organized and systematic. Well done. *****

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MiketheEye]

This is great! Thank you for your guide. I will be going out this weekend for a test run!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hi Mike - thanks for watching and good luck this weekend.

[@madmike2881]

This was a great run through, I have not seen such detail in any other video! For the first time user like myself, I appreciate the methodical step by step approach. I look forward to your future videos and hopefully you will dive into the other functions of the app more (like what is dithering for example). Thanks!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks so much Mike. Yes, I can definitely work on that. Might take a little time because I want to cover every aspect. 😊

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hi again Mike. I got a few more comments requesting information about dithering. I will make another video on that, but in the interim I have posted an explanation as well as the formula to get the values for your camera and lens combo - please check the pinned post for the information. Thanks.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hey Mike. I wanted to let you know that I now have a detailed video of the app available. Please check it out at your convenience. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIiUeZqQl5ykd7c

[@Geekchess]

Cheeds mate! Your video was a great help and very much needed! Appreciate it!

[@alanyarwood5369]

I'm totally new to astrophotography. This is the best set up video out there. Many thanks for your time and presentation.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks for your kind feedback Alan. Glad you found the video useful.

[@mickemusik]

Thank you so much, perfect video. I need to watch again like 2 times to get everything.I bought my package yesterday, and it will rain for 2 more days/night so I have time to play around//Micke from Sweden :)

[@VideoMan0904]

This is the BEST tutorial I've found for this system, thanks

[@prashantnz]

Geez can’t get better than this. Planning to get this tracker next month and this video is very helpful. Thanks heaps from Auckland, NZ. Sir sir.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks Prashant. Glad you found the video useful. 👍

[@shootstuff_se]

I use this vide as an exampel for my students how a tutorial should work.. its by far the best ive seen. Great job.

[@KopRules]

This is an amazing video. Well done. 👏🏻 I’ll be downloading and taking this with me for my first Astro field trip. Thank you so much!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Have fun! Glad you found the video useful.

[@zeepack123]

Fabulous tutorial Nikhil! Subscribed and liked. Keep up the good work.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Hi Deepak. Thanks so much for your feedback. So glad you found it useful.

[@rhettwilliford1642]

Two thumbs up for the video. Mine should be in by this weekend and this is a great starting point for me.

[@charleswilson604]

Definitely by far the best demonstration on this device.

[@andmaldo324]

Absolutely great info. Videos like this deserve to be promoted more in KZbin.

[@TheLightExplorer]

I appreciate that!

[@h.b.4443]

Excellent video with clear instructions. Well done!!!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks for the feedback. Glad you found the video useful.

[@Ed-hz2um]

A great video! All items are presented in depth, with closeup video, and...most importantly...at a slow pace. Too many video makers assume too much knowledge for the watcher and go through items way too fast. I learned a lot from this one. Thanks!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks for the feedback Ed - really appreciate it. 🙏

[@Ed-hz2um]

@@TheLightExplorer P.S.: I'm also subscribed now :)

[@jameslars]

Thank you so much for the quality of your video. This is cristal clear 👌 and a great tutorial. Thanks again.

[@88fxstd]

This is an excellent video, very thorough and informative. Thanks for making this. I was hesitant to purchase a Star Tracker until I saw this. Looking forward to your other works.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for your kind words - so glad you enjoyed the video.

[@ennaxor]

I don't even own a tracker yet and I just watched this whole video! Super informative and easy to follow - hopefully I'll be able to get one soon to put this knowledge to use!

[@TheLightExplorer]

So glad you found the video enjoyable. Hopefully you can get a tracker soon. They are so much fun to use.

[@barnaclewatcher4060]

Thank you for making such a well thought out and clear to understand tutorial on the Star Adventurer. Helped me immensely.

[@TheLightExplorer]

You're very welcome! So glad you found it useful.

[@v.manuelguerrero3578]

Thank you for your excellent presentation of the handling of Star Advenures. It is undoubtedly much more complete and educational than its manual. Happy stellar photos.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Many thanks! So glad you found it useful.

[@jimmydingo4752]

Excellent material and so appreciated. Keep up the good work.

[@liosimon5221]

Great tuto, many thanks! So many things I've learned to use my SA 2i, you've won one more follower ;-) greatings from Belgium ;-)

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for your kind comment. Glad it helped!

[@TheQuasarman]

Excellent presentation, thank you!

[@MrSoulMonk]

Amazing tutorial, the best I have ever seen! Thank you for showing newbies like me the way to set this up properly.

[@TheLightExplorer]

You're very welcome! So glad you liked it.

[@kenlamb4430]

Thank you for this video, very well down and helpful. Just received my Star Adventurer kit today and cannot wait to get out in the desert try to get some images.

[@BasementShopGuy]

By far, thee-best tutorial. Well spoken and very thorough. Well done my friend!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you for your feedback.

[@chrisharris1641]

Questions….questions. I think you covered everything. Brilliant job ❤

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thank you so much! So glad you liked it.

[@georgesbasile5628]

Perfectly and clearly explained. Thank you !

[@TheLightExplorer]

Glad you liked it

[@dragonkhanrider]

Man, you're my hero, you saved me tons of hours figuring out the way to adjust this correctly

[@TheLightExplorer]

So glad you found it useful.

[@frankkennedy2056]

Outstanding presentation. Many important details I have not seen in any other Sky Adventurer tutorial.

[@TheLightExplorer]

Thanks much for the feedback Frank - appreciate it.

[@808flyer8]

Aloha Nikhil. Thank-you for your SW-SA tutorials. I've recently purchased the 2i Pro Package and appreciate your in-depth tutorial. I am a novice Milky Way photographer and looking to take the next step in achieving better quality star images. Mahalo for your time and effort in providing your tutorials. Aloha!

[@TheLightExplorer]

Aloha! Thank you so much for the kind words - I really appreciate it. You are going to have a lot of fun with this tracker and I am sure you will get some great images with the awesome Hawaii landscape. I recently uploaded a complete guide to using the Wi-Fi app, so do check that out if you plan to use the app. Please feel free to ask any questions you might have. Have a great week.