ZWO AM3 (or harmonic mounts in general) - Cloudy Nights
WEBAug 8, 2023 · The AM3 and AM5 mounts are in first place imaging mounts. Yes, you can use it for visual, but out of the box you can't perform polar alignment. And it lacks of a intelligent handcontroller. Further the multi star sync seems to be not reliable. For a full goto to function, you would need asiar or a computer with Ascom.
ZWO AM3 Impressions? - Mounts - Cloudy Nights
WEBsctchun, on 18 Dec 2023 - 1:12 PM, said: At 5.4kg bare, you'll be close to the no CW limit of the AM3 at 8kg with all of your imaging rig. I happen to have both an AM5 and AM3; I've had my AM5 for some time now and I really like it. I haven't had enough time out with the AM3, but so far I like it.
ZWO AM3 Guiding - Beginning Deep Sky Imaging - Cloudy Nights
WEBNov 12, 2023 · ZWO AM3 Guiding - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello all, As the recent proud owner of a ZWO AM3 mount Im loving my astrophotography journey so far. However, due to my inexperience there are a few areas that Im really unsure of. Unbelievably, with the arrival of my new setup I had a few clear nights, so Ive been out …
Thoughts on the ZWO AM3 - AstroBin
WEBJun 11, 2023 · The price here in Australia for the AM3 is $2,700 AUD whereas the AM5 is $3,700 AUD. I get that it might be cheaper elsewhere, but it might not come with Australian warranty, plus $1,000 is a big difference between mounts which could go towards other things such as the ZWO carbon fibre tripod which is $539 AUD and something else that …
Review: The AM3 Harmonic Drive Mount and TC40 Tripod from ZWO
WEBAug 1, 2024 · Review: The AM3 Harmonic Drive Mount and TC40 Tripod from ZWO - posted in Discussion of CN Articles, Reviews, and Reports: The AM3/AM5 mounts are very unique! They definitely take a bit of getting used to - The AM3 is unlike any telescope mount Ive ever used. One of the main things youll notice right away, is how easy it is to use. …
ZWO AM3 - Mounts - Cloudy Nights
WEBSep 17, 2023 · ZWO AM3 - posted in Mounts: Hi, I have a Lumix S5 camera and think about getting ZWO AM3 with ZWO guiding camera and scope, ASIAir Mini and some main scope. (Havent decided yet) The issue is Lumix S5 wont work with ASIAir, but the idea is to use ASIAir only for drift alignment. With this setup will I be able to drift align quickly …
Cables and Power Supply Question AM3 (and other bits)
WEBOct 9, 2023 · Here are some 3' DC5521 power cables with 90° male ends. Here is a DC5521 splitter cable that you can use with the power cables. I think that my ASI120MM Mini came with a USB-C to USB-A cable. The ZWO equipment uses 5.5mm x 2.1mm connectors (DC5521). Be careful to avoid mixing them with 5.5mm x 2.5mm connectors …
AM3/AM5 Polar Alignment Best Practice? - Cloudy Nights
WEBJan 7, 2024 · AM3/AM5 Polar Alignment Best Practice? - posted in Mounts: I took the plunge and upgraded to an AM3. Now, with those stumpy lil legs, and no polar scope, whats the preferred method to do polar alignment? Ive noticed with NINA Plugin for PA, one has to be pretty close for the plate solving to function, otherwise, plate solving fails. For those …
Zwo am3 vs am5? - Beginning Deep Sky Imaging - Cloudy Nights
WEBOct 29, 2023 · Zwo am3 vs am5? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I have an 8” SCT evolution, Nikon camera, and a 70-200 zoom lens. I’ve taken some photos using the Nikon and 8” SCT. I’m happy with my photos so far, considering I forgot to take darks flats or biases. My main problem is the evolution mount takes up too much space. It fills half …
ZWO am5 or am3 mount - Mounts - Cloudy Nights
WEBPosted 31 August 2024 - 08:25 AM. AM5N is a very attractive alternative, unless you are looking for true airline carry-on portability, in which case the AM3 is the better choice. At least it was for me. ZWO am5 or am3 mount - posted in Mounts: Looking to buy portable zwo am5 or am3. Plan use with AT 102EDL and AT 72edll.