[AZ-Observing] Re: 2004 All Arizona Messier Marathon
- From: "Jack Jones" <spicastar@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <az-observing@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 18:11:55 -0700
Although thinking of taking the plunge myself, be forewarned that webcam
modifications are not for the faint of heart. Some mods require lifting pins
on the CCD chip. They are extremely small and may require filing the
soldering tip to a point. You could easily damage your $$ camera in this or
other ways, but oh well you've already voided the warranty by opening it up.
Just a warning in advance and oh yes, good luck!
Jack Jones
Public Events
Saguaro Astronomy Club
Phoenix AZ
spicastar@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
www.saguaroastro.org
Jeff sed:
> You are correct about the January S&T article. At least some of those
> pictures were taken with modified web cams. However, the
> modifications are very inexpensive (under $50 for parts - including a
> Petlier cooler, heat sink and fan). There is a modification on some
> to allow longer exposures. If you are handy with a small soldering
> iron and not afraid to take the camera apart, the mods should be very
> straight forward and easy.
>
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