MarsWatch 1996-1997

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7 April 1997

Image dp_apr-07.jpg was taken by Don Parker, Coral Gables, Florida (USA). He uses a Lynxx PC camera, 16-in (41cm) Newtonian. Eyepiece projection is at f/47.8. Integration times are as follows (NOTE: Seeing 6-7 but strong ESE-SE winds (steady 6-14 kts)):

Blue (Schott BG12 + IR Rejection)

7.50s
Green (VG9 + IR Rejection)

3.00s
Red (RG610)

0.40-0.60s

All images are flat and dark corrected.


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