ZWO SEESTAR | Tips, Tricks, and Ultimate Tutorial!

[@SamStars8811]

Just a quick point of interest. When you connect to the Seestar for the first time it broadcasts in 5g. If you have an older or cheaper tablet that only uses 2.4g you cannot see the network to join it. You need a dualband device to connect for the first time and switch the Seestar to 2.4g then your older/cheaper tablet can see the network and join it. ZWO are aware of this and are hoping to address it in a future update.

[@FrankDeDekenTurbosoul]

Thankxs for your input!

[@transws6am]

Lol. Address this in the future? This is something should be addressed immediately for people who purchased this device and are in that boat

[@hmuphilly9129]

Really doesnt help if your older tablet iPad is not compatible with the apps

[@FrankDeDekenTurbosoul]

@@hmuphilly9129 Yes U are correct. Same problem, but I bought me a Lenovo Tablet, the TAB M10 Plus. Has a very good screen, 4Gb RAM and 128 Gb storage and available 5G Wifi connection. The price / Quality is super good! Works perfect with Seestar S50!

[@hunter133official]

My goddamn Pixel 6 Pro only has LTE😂

[@ARNFL13]

I recently got my own Seestar and am new to the hobby, I've been watching your videos to help learn about the processing aspect of astrophotography and all the computer work. Your videos are very helpful and good, great images by the way!

[@davidthompson3876]

Thanks for sharing these tips. One thing that would make it even better is to show (highlight) which buttons you're pressing when doing things. It's not always easy to see what you pressed.

[@Sweettea2hz]

SeeStar should sponsor this video. Wayyyy more helpful than the tutorial ❤ ty

[@judysnyder4395]

High Point Scientific, where I purchased my Seestar, suggested to me to watch it, so they’re certainly supportive of it!

[@patriciasalem3606]

The maker's instructions on set up are woefully inadequate. I've been messing with mine for several days and have still yet to see or photograph anything because of wifi issues. Like, why are there no instructions to try Station Mode in the (teeny tiny) pamphlet? I have to Google around and piece together information from YT, Cloudy Nights, Reddit, etct.

[@steviec8566]

Best seestar video I have seen so far. Thanks a lot

[@alanmcmillan6969]

This is an excellent guide to setup and use this telescope. Recommend it to anyone.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Thank you!

[@devborkar3611]

This is great work, a complete guide for optimum use of S50 and astropho. I had some challenges using S50 earlier, but this video has helped me resolve most of them !!! Thanks for putting up this video tutorial

[@ScottCastrophotography]

I'm so happy to hear positive feedback like this! I'm glad i was able to be a part of the solution!

[@GenXMCraft]

Thanks for showing how to get the most out of it with post-processing. This feature/ability is a great way to offer a way for people learn the manual phases of AP. WIth astrophotography, you really spend more time on the computer than outside lol.

[@uncommonlight62]

Nice to know that some people are quick learners. However, it would be helpful, if you slowed down,a bit. Pause and take a breath. No need to move the cursor at break neck speed. Appreciate your enthusiasm, but I’m not that quick.

[@Pics2FlicksDennis]

Yeah, the pace is a little fast for a tutorial. I used the pause and rewind functions on the KZbin app often in order to catch all the content.

[@autistichead8137]

If you press settings on the video you can playback at .75 speed. That helps.

[@Pics2FlicksDennis]

@@autistichead8137 , thanks. Part of my issue, though, is the "click here, click here, go here, then type this" kind of tutorial. Hard to reproduce unless one knows why you're "clicking here". Still, good video.

[@BobClouston]

@@autistichead8137 Sure, but the whole video doesn't need to be slowed down, just the parts where he jumps around in the Siril menus like it's supposed to be obvious to us what he's doing.

[@TheAstroPlane]

Very greatly explained! It was very generous that you included so many parts and tips of the Seestar S50 under an hour!

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Thank you so much! Keep up your good work!

[@jgilchristmusic]

I can't wait to get mine and give this a go!

[@void_presence]

ordered one of these; estimated shipping for my order is this month so i'm constantly refreshing my order status page :D . On another note: if you're not at home, connecting to your home wi-fi obviously isn't going to work; so for first set-up, be sure you are at home so that you can connect to your home Wi-Fi and have it download any firmware updates the telescope will have.

[@shabingly]

The firmware is updated from the app download itself (as in, when you download an app update, any firmware update is downloaded with the app: next time you connect to the device through the app, it installs the new firmware).

[@GenXMCraft]

You're lucky! People who ordered in April 2023 only got them in the last few months! Clearly they're ramping up production. Best of fun. 👍

[@tyncam24]

Thanks for the detailed tutorial. You briefly mentioned the Vespera, are you also planning on a video for that model? If you’ve tried it, aside from the price difference, interested in your thoughts.

[@michaelmarchese5793]

Thanks Scott I've been using it for a while now i still love it, Love the video perfectly said. 😊

[@NGC008]

That video took a lot of time and effort, much appreciated. Thank you for sharing.

[@kerosene4751]

Mosaic mode was never promised. It's risky to mention this as an upcoming feature. They mentioned it as a possible addition back in June 2023, but it hasn't happened. Perhaps they tried to implement but couldn't for technical reasons. I would not hold breath on mosaic mode, it's been too long since they mentioned it.

[@alancreutz9561]

Good video. COMET MODE? I saw briefly in your presentation a COMET MODE (in addition to LUNAR, PLANETARY, SCENERY, etc.). But I don't have that. Is that s supported feature or something upcoming; or (worse) something now eliminated?

[@FrankDeDekenTurbosoul]

I'll get my seestar s50 & tablet this week ... Hoera ... Thankxs for your well explained introduction how too start! A beginner living in Flanders, Belgium.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

You're welcome!

[@RevZafod]

I've been using my SeeStar since 1 December and I wish I had access to all the features shown here. I can use about 10% of the things shown, and I hope future updates make features easier to find and use. Scott references pushing buttons, but never shows where they are on the phone screen; I can't find them.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

What update version do you have?

[@Maudiebryan]

Thank you Scott. Very enjoyable and clearly explained. I will not look for a video of yours to show me how to get those three files ;results; FIT process and Lights onto my MacBook.

[@MrPerre1978]

Great tips and tricks! 👍

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Thank you for watching!

[@rbl4641]

Getting mine delivered tomorrow!!

[@UrbanStarman]

Hi I own a Seestar and was wondering what would be the best editing app on the iPad Pro as I don’t own a pc it would be great if there is something half decent on the IOS platform.

[@maurodoria1665]

Very good video about Seestar S50, many thanks

[@dukeofdoom2]

Great video thanks. I was a little curious if you can use this more like a night time camera. For example, I live on the water (20 feet away from my window) and have container ships going by at night. Could it image the ship at night in low light? Remotely film animals or birds at night going by on the river ? Or can you make a timelapse of a sunset or moonrise with this?

[@obiwankenobi4093]

I would assume not as the main way these kind of units capture images is by taking long exposures and compiling them together. The long exposure would create distortion and blurring to any moving object. And the stacking of the images would take out the ship or bird. Hope this answers:)

[@ArthurDebert]

Thanks!

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Thank you so much Arthur!

[@Billwithoutlala]

Really good video expaining how to make the most of my Seestar am going to put some of that into practice asap. So far agree about the product it is not a toy but another tool that makes taking images soo simple, especially in a cold environment. Dew heater, auto focus, tracking field rotation, wireless link, so much packed in for the money. Not sure about the planets but it did capture them, maybe ZWO will bring out a larger apeture and longer focal length at a reasonable price hope so!

[@BrownCoatFan]

Thank you for such a great video!

[@x5ilco]

damn, used to have a sweater like that, back then i didnt really like it, but now i wish i still had it, looks good man, and great showcase and review!

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Haha thanks! Hope you can find another one of these sweaters, keeps me pretty warm

[@tonbassman1075]

Great video! Thanks. 👍

[@olafbaeyens8955]

Now that I have one and seen how easy it is to target it and actually create good images. Even mod it with external filters, I actually want to have a second one, and maybe a third. They are low cost, but I live in a area that there is almost no visible sky. If you have 2-3 you could target multiple nebula. Target the same nebula to have 2 times the same amount of dat. Target the nebula but in mosaic mode. or even use different filters each S50 one specific filter. I think wee see the birth of swarm telescopes. But will only happen if the Seestar is user friendly and can handle multiple S50's at the same time in one app. I can also imagine that over time when each model comes out to buy a newer model that will work together as with your older ones.

[@RyanM-ke2gu]

I didn't even realize we had planetery mode after the last update! thanks for the heads up. I've had my S50 for about a month now. Still love the 12"dob more for myself but the S50 is SO much better to share w others

[@MrGp3po]

curious if you tried stacking like 50% or 25% of the planetary video frames? Typically, stacking the best frames gives a better image. "Lucky" imaging when seeing is momentarily better.

[@drdentin3215]

I appreciate your videos. could you please demonstrate your workflow for your mosiac process? This would be fun, who knows when (or if) ZWO will add such a feature.

[@bobmusil1458]

Very helpful, thank you. However, I would have loved to see a comparison between the deep sky objects stacked by the Seestar and the ones that you processed in Siril.

[@randalldurk8522]

Mine keeps getting stuck in a Update Firmware loop. I click now and it jumps to 0% then jumps back to Update Firmware.

[@rogernewton2064]

Great Job!

[@davidaaaa4611]

My Seestar never would connect to the internet. Sent it back. I talked to another guy who had the same problem.

[@CammieRacing]

The seestar app has changed somewhat since this video. The 'gazing' feature seems to be gone? I only just got my S50 so haven't had the chance to use an older build.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

@@CammieRacing has it really? Time to make a new video

[@gbernile]

thank you, awesome!

[@SecretSk8Footage]

Great video again. Can you do one on how you set up for multiple nights of data on same targetvand how you then stack them either in siril or deep sky stacker

[@BrianKushner]

You put the dew heater on even if the dew point temp hasn't been reached?

[@aymasg]

is there any way to save lets say unknown object so i can locate them later on ?

[@edgarcia1848]

Presentation states to take image at 65degrees and avoid peak to allow better tracking. However, the solar eclipse will occur at about 90degrees. What is your recommendation to improve tracking or to produce a better image. Do you recommend time lapse of individual images?

[@janethompson6654]

Do i need a separate wifi for my phone eg if im out in the field i may only have 5g no wifi connection im a tad confused

[@latin01720]

Thank you for the great tutorial. I just got my Seestar S50 and I am starting to use it. I have a Mac. I downloaded the ASI Studio application, but the Mac won't let me open it because it cannot be sure it doesn't have malware. Is there an alternative application you can recommend for Mac users?

[@jwastroimaging2711]

My version of Siril doesn't have a script for pre-processing without DFB files...is there a way to get that?

[@shabingly]

As the tripod's so short I found it a right pain kneeling down to get the thing levelled by unscrewing and screwing the tripod legs (particularly with how cold it is here atm). I started using the tripod levelling base I already owned, but the thing is so light you could get away with a pretty cheapo job.

[@-VK2NP]

I just use my Manfrotto photo tripod much easier than the short one

[@shabingly]

​@@-VK2NPthat's a decent idea, I partially got it because it fits in my 'plane carry-on pack though.

[@henribuhagiar9445]

I realise that. The leveller unlocks and tilts so you don’t have to level the tripod legs. It’s quicker and easier to

[@barthennin6088]

Great video! Very helpful! I'm so excited the Seestar has a planetary mode now! QUESTION - When Mosaic comes will it be reverse compatable with existing Seestars? I've been holding off purchasing for fear I;ll miss out on future added features,,,

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Yes! The only pro version will be of the app, but it will use existing hardware, so no fear of having your Seestar become out of date. Btw if you do decide to buy one please do it using the link in the description! It helps the channel at no cost to you!🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@olafbaeyens8955]

I got mine 1 week ago but only had 1 clear night. However when you don't have clear night you can watch others across the world taking pictures that you also could have done if the night was clear. The community loads slow but it is nice to see others. Also interesting that I see other Seestars popping up in the community maps. I am not alone and see the numbers increasing around me.

[@GenXMCraft]

lol, that was funny. Yea, they have a supply problem right now, barely able to meet damand though. Once they solve that, I imagine the community will grow faster.

[@SecretSk8Footage]

I feel your pain, same here

[@craigcampbell7816]

Scott are there after market base levelers that attach to the legs that might make it easier to level? And can you use a external battery to hook up if you are out in the boonies without electricity, also do i need to use my hotspot on iPhone to connect to see star if I’m out in the desert

[@Vventimiglia1984]

@scottcastrophotography Great Video! Mind if I ask what Bortle your in? I took the dive and purchased one comes next week but I live in a bortle 8.3 (Brooklyn NY) and wondering if I can expect even remotely as much as you have gotten or if I’m destined to be doing a return….

[@anthonymaida5718]

Great Video What power source to you need to charge it?

[@thamilton4557]

Help Getting error: Menu of the script files.This menu appears only when the script paths defined in the preferences are set to the existing script folders.

[@vizionct1]

I’m still debating whether to get one of these or pay twice the amount and go w nexstar6se and setup w my dslr for Astro. I want to be able to get great detailed planets (6se) but do like the great images this lil rig can achieve. Hard decision

[@larrywiseman5534]

I enjoy your videos. Awesome! I noticed JW in your browser. Tell me about that. Thanks!

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Haha yes i am happy to be one of Jehovah's witnesses, photographing God's creation to share with the world

[@larrywiseman5534]

@@ScottCastrophotography I am so proud of you. Which Hall do you attend?

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Griffin, Georgia. What about yourself?

[@alisonanddanlindsey]

Hello from Milwaukee, Wisconsin brothers! (Ps 8:3, 4)

[@ScottCastrophotography]

@@alisonanddanlindsey hello!!!!

[@d33dub]

what's this 'lights' folder thing i see, i got the 'withoutDBF' script but it fails due to " 'Lights' no such file", i also get 'No Starnet executable found' for the star removal. :(

[@stevexiao1488]

Question on ASIVideo: the video stack program requires *.avi or *.ser format, while my SeeStar video is MP4. How to make it work?

[@ScottCastrophotography]

In order to record AVI format for solar/lunar/planetary, you need to make sure when you are recording you have the RAW setting activated👍🏼

[@stevexiao1488]

Thanks. Tried solar. The RAW video and stacked image are black and white, is it?

[@michaeledmonds3027]

Great video, thanks for all your work.....Question please: You mentioned making sure you have enough memory. I'm thinking you'd want plenty of hard drive space on your PC, but what are the space imitations on the SeeStar? Does the SeeStar have a fixed amount built in, or does it except a micro SD card? Thanks for your answers, Michael

[@ScottCastrophotography]

As far as I'm aware there's no way to remove and change out the SD card. The storage space on the Seestar is 64GB but 5 GB Are taken up by software.

[@michaeledmonds3027]

@@ScottCastrophotography Very prompt answer, thanks so much!

[@SyroBTK]

I no longer have a laptop or PC. Is it possible to edit the photos taken in the zwo app itself? Of course not as extensive as in this video. Otherwise I have a problem and have to cancel the telescope.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Yes the files in app stack by themselves and it has a histogram you can adjust to bring out details in your pictures! I didn't show that in this video because it's a recent update

[@SyroBTK]

@@ScottCastrophotography Thanks for the info!

[@oltredding]

I am curious how you are sharing the Seestar screen and combining your video with audio Are you using OBS?

[@ScottCastrophotography]

I just screen recorded from the app on my tablet and recorded myself with my phone. I used the overlay feature in capcut afterwards to mix it together

[@jorgerodriguez-gf2zf]

Can you take pictures with this telescope of the Milky Way?

[@bobf3598]

How does this compare to DWARFLAB Dwarf II??

[@ungmd21]

Can you take the filter off during totality of a solar eclipse? Photos of totality of solar eclipse?

[@terryperrine6719]

I plan on doing that during the upcoming solar eclipse. I 3D printed a quick change adaptor for the solar filter so it will slide of easier.

[@dwightlethbridge2796]

Good video. Only one quibble; only four moons of Jupiter will ever be visible, all in the same plane.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Didn't know that, perhaps it was unusual noise in the image then. Hard to say.

[@edbcunningham]

Great Video! Wish you didn't go through it so quickly. I'm old and slow!

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Sorry! I'll go slower next time!

[@genemetz1945]

Can Seestar S50 track the launch of a SpaceX falcoln 9 or the Starship?

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Yes👍🏼

[@genemetz1945]

@@ScottCastrophotography - Can share a video of photos of it?

[@billmeador215]

Do you know of any source for quality/reliable dust covers or Bahtinov Focus Masks for the Seestar S50?

[@simphisys]

I 3D printed some models from the internet and they all worked really good!

[@billmeador215]

Ok, thanks...................

[@recursoseninternet]

Can storage capacity be expanded with a microSD card in this S50 model?

[@ScottCastrophotography]

I don't believe so

[@gordonyetter2932]

I had one question about the s50 before the mosaic mode arrives. Will it correctly track an area the user selects (areas that aren’t confirmed “centered” by the scope)

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Yes! It's a great feature! Honestly i believe i forgot to mention that, sorry for leaving that out!

[@gordonyetter2932]

Awesome! Thank you for the quick reply

[@nazzify6417]

how does the Seestar s50 perform compared to a full beginner astrophotography setup with something like the redcat 51 with a decent mount and camera? Im guessing much worse but for the price the Seestar seems amazing.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Depends on the scope and the camera. Honestly the Seestar can get some incredible pictures with enough exposure time, at a fraction of the price

[@GenXMCraft]

Having just got into AP with a camera (DSLR), mini PC and telescope with mount, it's very time-intensive and frustrating, and eventually expensive. But 100% you can get way better images. My images resolution is twice as high, and the colors are rich. SO it has a place, and so does SeeStar. I'd love to grab a SeeStar if I know I'm going somewhere extra dark or special for an hour or so...

[@carolsantulis2874]

I have both. I have had the Redcat51 for 2 years and the AM5 mount, ASI2600MC camera, guide scope, guide camera, filters, and ASIair (~7K). The quality and field of view are awesome! For widefield and large nebula, you can't beat the Redcat (Petzval quadruplet) and 2600MC (4/3 sensor size). You can take 5-10 minute subs...that's a lot of photons. The quality is so good you can crop in heavily. You have camera rotation so you can easily shoot multiple nights, even years apart and match up the framing to get good quality stacking with little stacking artifact to crop off, and you can maximize your framing of a target. But the last 2 nights I only had one hour between cloud banks. So out comes the Seestar. It's so much fun. I do planning on Stellarium to maximize my time on a target (when does it set and when does it rise). You can enter all you equipment specs in Stellarium so you can see the framing and when you can get optimum framing. The limitations of Seestar (which just makes you work harder) is the small sensor size, alt/az mount that results in field rotation, 10 sec subs (too bad they took out the Experimental Feature with 20 and 30 sec subs). I know I'll use it for outreach. Seestar is a great value and a good gateway entry drug into astrophotography ;-)

[@raytbrown2]

Great video. But the planet part was useless. Stick to the focal length that fits the target. :-)

[@mikehardy8247]

When I received my Seastar it was cloudy. I tried "scenery mode". It focused properly, and has great resolution for 3 MPIXAL sensor. Tonight it was semi-clear. So tried it under the stsrs. It wouldn't focus. Kept giving me "focus failed" message. Also Kept getting stacking errors. No images were saved. I attributed this to somewhat cloudy skies. Later it cleared significantly. I still wasn't able to achieve focus, or obtain an image. I know I would have pulled some usable subs with my " real imaging rig". VERY disappointing. Everyone raves about how great this thing is, hmm. I use the ASIAIR, so I'm familiar with the interface, and supported hardware.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Sounds like yours might be defective. You might want to reach out to ZWO about that

[@mikehardy8247]

ZWO has poor customer response? I hope I don't have to replace it! Waited 5 months for the Fn' thing. We're supposed to have clear nights next week , do I'll try one more time.

[@GenXMCraft]

Based on amateur AP experience, it's pretty small optics,... max 10s exposure time, it probably just can't enough to plate solve, thus to stack. So it fails on the first step of the workflow. With clearer (or darker) skies, and once it plate solves, everything else will be fine. Good luck!

[@mikehardy8247]

This coming week is supposed to be clear. I'll be trying again. If Cuiv can image in Tokyo, I shouldn't have issues. Whole reason I bought this was for a hassle free, run and gun imaging experience on iffy nights, or when traveling. If it doesn't deliver why have it. I wouldn't find this a pleasant experience as a complete newbie!

[@cigarnationwarriors]

A wonderful and informative introduction to the Seestar S50. My nemesis is Solar. The scope simply will not locate the Sun, despite numerous compass calibrations and leveling. Could this be a hardware issue? Any suggestions greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[@nazzify6417]

28:55

[@jtepsr]

Planet shots not really usable, moon and deep star objects look pretty good but this see star needs landscape mode

[@Baldis1981]

Какой смысл покупать устройство, которое скачивает вам фотографии с интернета?

[@hunter133official]

"Lunar iniminaging"

[@Ed-hz2um]

Am I the only one who didn't get most of this? Unless you're computer savvy, have used some of the stacking software, and can keep up with the rapid fire delivery...you're going to be a bit confused. I had to repeat a lot of this and then look up the terms he's using. I also couldn't follow what buttons or icons he's pressing. Definitely not for a beginner...

[@bobcarn]

My Seestar is arriving tomorrow, so this video is awesome in letting me know how to jump right into it!

[@deanrichardnewton]

Thanks!

[@pattimaclaughlin8059]

Thank you for taking the time for this video!!! I am in the process of buying a new rig. This is 2x less money!! As an astrophotographer, I go back n forth with the pros n cons. But I love travel of this Seestar!!! You’ve really hit the mark on explaining this!! Good job! I’ve subscribed too!!!

[@tedinohio3981]

I know you were doing a lot, but the editing happened so FAST! and was a bit hard to follow. I'll check your other videos and see if you show an edit and slow down. I would like to have seen your edit of the Sun.

[@TheAlabamaWildman]

I only got my SeeStar about a week ago.. But this Video answerd SO Many questions I had !! Thanks for Your Work & Information ! I Will Be Referring Back to this .. as my experience grows (I hope). Thanks Again !

[@TomHarnish]

Your planets are far from as good as they could be because you used the wrong Bayer pattern. As you oted in the overlay, its GRBG not RGGB. Using the proper pattern makes a HUGE difference in the quality of planets.

[@denodan]

Also don't pull in and out a ubb plug, will eventually damage it. Get a magnetic cable and tye USB plug being magnetic, saving wear and tear on your USB socket

[@ScottCastrophotography]

Smart! I need to buy one of those!

[@BrownCoatFan]

Do you know of one that fits in the Seestar? Sounds like a good idea.

[@-VK2NP]

Where do I get one sounds a good idea plus if the cable gets snagged it should just disconnect

[@dennisrogers6786]

Remember these are for charging not for data transfer. So will need to use station mode to transfer to pc, or go back to usb cable.

[@BrownCoatFan]

I've been researching these magnetic USB c cables after reading this and there is a risk of frying your electronics. The connections sometimes cross wire and short out everything.

[@EpicEarthFound]

Disappointed in the planetary quality. I just got mine today

[@axiom3935]

Focal length is to short. Get a telescope instead

[@DirtyBird]

"Levelization"? Are you old enough to have an astrophotographer permit? Just kidding. I enjoy your videos & have watched many of them. Way back I purchased a Meade LX-200 GPS & an ETX-105. While I enjoyed using them visually, I never could pull the trigger on the confusing array of hardware required to make them into decent astrophotography rigs. These new inexpensive Smart scopes are fantastic. I have a Dwarf 3 on order. I would order a Seestar S50 too, but I am holding off because I suspect a new model will be released soon. The portability, integration, & simplicity is unbeatable. Online Star Parties may become a new trend. Thanks for the info.

[@robbristow]

As far as connecting to station mode. If I control my Seastar with an iPad can I then connect my iPad to my phone hotspot? Another query - will Seastar track a object, person or car or boat when in scenery mode?

[@robertesensee3494]

I think you convinced me to get it! LOVED the video and all the tips you included. I live in San Antonio, Tx and will be in the perfect spot for the upcoming eclipse. Do you think it would do a great job filming the eclipse as it happens? By the way, NEW sub alert! :-)

[@fenixrizn8368]

"Make sure you can actually see the hole instead of trying to guess where it is" I received this sound advice from my father a long time ago....he was right! Sorry i couldn't help myself, it was there for the taking.

[@UDerf13]

Great job! I’m new to Astrophotography and this was perfect as a workflow and walk-through. Truly appreciate it.

[@ScottCastrophotography]

No, i owe YOU thanks! Thank you!

[@olafbaeyens8955]

I am sure that the Seesstar community will find ways to tinker with it and make it an even better scope. I think the internal filter is already good I wonder what it can accomplish if we put external filters on it.

[@BrownCoatFan]

Cuiv the lazy geek (KZbin) added an additional filter for light pollution - a very high end one -and gotten even better results. He's in Tokyo, so severe light pollution. People have 3d printed adapters for adding filters.

[@GenXMCraft]

There's aftermarket stuff popping up like crazy, 3D printed stuff. I've seen eyepiece and filter adapters, as well as a batinov mask!

[@RyanM-ke2gu]

I ordered some 3d printed stuff from lukomatico after seeing it on cuiv the lazy geek, both here on YT. Batinov mask, dust cover, and an insert to hold any 2" filter of your choice. All works great, cheap, and shipped fast from the UK to me in the states.

[@patriciasalem3606]

@@BrownCoatFan Came here to say that too. I'm ordering the Bahtinov mask and the nebula filter holder. I see Luc also has a lens cap, which I might get for extra protection.

[@chuckguy17]

Can you be connected to the SeeStar and connected to Mobile Data on your Android phone at the same time? Kind of like station mode, but if you are not near WiFi.

[@dougrennie4901]

Scott, superb video. One questions: I cannot find the Seestar album anywhere in my app. I only took a single test photo, just a try out. But I cannot find the image anywhere? I see references to “Seestar album” and “My Works” file, but there are nowhere to be found in my app, which is the latest (1.91). Can you help me out here? Thanks. Doug

[@RyanM-ke2gu]

I'll try. I'm using Android 13 w the same Seestar version as you. Most of my images will show up in the gallery of my phone when I stop imaging via the seestar app. If not then I find them in the MyWorks album by connecting to the s50 and using any imaging method, scenery, lunar, etc... let it open and activate, then click the picture square in the lower left of the viewing screen. The albums are available for me to scroll through on the top of the screen after that. Hope my ramblings help. I found a few images that I thought were lost after leaving the s50 out overnight and losing connection. Expected to see them in the gallery of my phone the next day but only found them in the seestar album after reconnecting to it and digging

[@Craigcampbell78163]

Hi great video and you’ve helped me a lot,i love this camera and was going to get a Dobson but after seeing people at a star party take. Time to set it up,and me. Being disabled this was the answer,I’m still in amazement and you’re helping me get the most out of this camera! Thank you

[@patriciasalem3606]

I have a big Dob, but you're right, it does take a lot of time and energy to set up. As my arthritis has gotten worse, I've used it less and less. Also, it needs to acclimate outside before use, and I'm often uncomfortable leaving it in the yard with all the heavy wind we've been having more recently. I'm hoping I can use this video to get me up to speed with my new Seestar, as it's much easier if you know how to use it.

[@craigcampbell7816]

It’s been absolutely perfect for me and so exciting for me having telescopes since I was a teenager and this is unbelievable for me so happy this Seestar brings many people together to enjoy the heavens

[@terryellis9716]

Great video, but the step I'm stymied by is how to download files onto the computer. I connected the Seestar to the computer via USB cable and turned on the Seestar, but File Explorer doesn't recognize the Seestar as a drive the way that it would a thumb drive or external hard drive. Your video shows it as Seestar D:, but mine shows nothing. I tried connecting it to the house WiFi, but that doesn't allow me to see the files either. I could probably download the files onto my phone then connect my phone to the computer, but there must be a better way.

[@BrianKushner]

I don't believe I can see a dark library on my Seestar..

[@Menudaesmiberza]

This is very helpful, particularly the 65 degree tip. Do you have any idea of when the Mosaic/Pro mode could be released or tested in beta?

[@ScottCastrophotography]

I wish I knew, it's a feature I'm very much anticipating

[@Menudaesmiberza]

@@ScottCastrophotography thanks, fingers crossed!

[@kerosene4751]

@@ScottCastrophotography It's not looking good for mosaic mode. 8 months since they first mentioned it, still no mosaic mode. It's the one thing preventing my purchase, I don't want to be stuck with small portrait aspect ratio.

[@namastelounge3863]

Thank you for that video ! Very informative although a bit fast. I may just buy the Seestar as the Vespera is too expensive. It’s a good starting point