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FocusLock Software
Fast, Continuous Focus for any ASCOM Focuser
Developed in partnership with
Innovations Foresight,
Optec's new FocusLock software integrates patent
pending SharpLock Technology to provide an easy-to-use
focusing application that functions whenever guiding is active.
When using the ONAG On-Axis Guider a cold-mirror
passes infrared light to the guide camera while reflectiing visible
wavelengths on to the imaging camera. The cold-mirror
introduces a slight astigmatism to the guide image allowing FocusLock to
quickly determine on which side of focus the camera is currently
positioned. Using the proprietary SharpLock
software, a single system gain constant, Ks
can be used to quickly drive the focuser to the optimal focus position
and maintain focus.
FocusLock is designed to maintain focus whenever the guide camera is operating. Guiding can be accomplished through Maxim D/L, TheSky X, and PHD2 Guide or any other guiding program using the Optec ASCOM Server. Focuser control and filter focus offsets are supported for any ASCOM filter wheel.
Auto Calibration wizard is included with manual calibration overides. Scripting for external program control and focus verification is now included for observatory automation.
How Does SharpLock Work?
Dr.
Gaston Baudat of Innovations Foresight describes the ONAG
and SharpLock in detail in this excellent
Astronomy Technology Today article.
Download for a full
explanation and description of the technology that FocusLock
is based upon. (PDF courtesy Dr. Gaston Baudat and Astronomy
Technology Today.)
FocusLock Help:
View the FocusLock Help Document online. |
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Download the FocusLock Help Document in pdf format. |
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