This is honestly the best product review I’ve ever seen, I’m sold! The mail can’t arrive soon enough. Thank you for this awesome demonstration!

I have the same OTA, and after watching your demo, I invested in both the clicklock and diagonal from baader, boy are they great to use. I would recommend the products 100%.

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

Expensive but Baader stuff is high quality. These click-lock accessories hold everything from slipping, turning or falling out. I too feel it was a worthwhile investment.

One the best presentations on KZread. When I get my celestron will buy what you have got.

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

R l ... thank you for the comment. It’s an expensive accessory but well worth it. Good luck putting your equipment together.

very nice setup you have...looks gorgeous

Been looking for something like this since 2007! Gave up a long time ago then seen this video! TY

@TimTools99

7 жыл бұрын

Okay AntMan. Glad it helped

If you want to skip right to the part in the video where I show the Baader Clicklock .... start at 2:50

Just what I needed on my 9.25” had Celestron. Thanks

Loved the vid that much i just bought a Celestron adv vx 8" edge hd. now all i need to do is get all the baader stuff $$$$

@TimTools99

7 жыл бұрын

Hello Bailey. Yes the Baader stuff is expensive. Very good quality and practical. Enjoy your new telescope!

Excellent review Tim. Scott

Very informative! Thanks Tim

Thanks for the great recommendation!

Tim, could u show me the original pictures of your ota corrector and primary mirror , so I may compare them to what I'm seeing

Hi TIm, thanks for posting this video, I've found one that fits my Edge 11. Would like to know if you plan on posting videos related to focal reducers etc.

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+John L Hello John. I have no experience with focal reducers ... yet! Celestron has not made one for my Edge 9.25. I can see where there would be a great advantage when imaging DSO with the SCT. The Fastar is another option (expensive) and would give us wide field imaging capability at f2.

@johnl5859

8 жыл бұрын

Hi Tim, I was considering this: www.celestron.com/browse-shop/astronomy/astroimaging-accessories/reducers/reducer-lens-7x-edgehd-1100 for my Edge 11 retails at about $600

Hi, thanks for the great and useful review. I got the clicklock 2" adapter for my 8" Celestron and the diagonal as well after seeing this. What adapter did you use to connect the camera? I have a Nikon but my t ring and adapter don't fit the 2" opening of the clicklock

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+seattlevkk I bought from TelescopeAdapters.com. They have what they call 2" ultra wide Prime Focus Telescope Adapter which replaces the T-adapter. Also, I bought what they call VariMax Lens Projection gizmo which is a large adapter that will hold big eyepieces. This website has good adapters and I noticed the have them for Nikon.

Which Baader ClickLock adapter fits the NexStar Evo 9.25? Large 3.25 thread??

Hi Tim, I got an 8” se, the orange tube. As you suggested I got a Baader click clamp. I love it. I also screwed on a focus reducer, then screw on the click clamp. This works so well. Thank you very much. I am looking for a similar adapter for my refractor. No luck yet. Do you know any baader adapter for refractor l? Thank you.

@TimTools99

6 жыл бұрын

I think the Baader equipment is top notch. I don't know of anything like it for refractors. Thanks for watching my video and leaving a comment. Good luck with your astronomy.

Hi nice review, was wondering about your barlow, I see it does not fit all the way, does it touch the prism any? thanks

Any reason why you couldnt take the 1.25" adapter that came with the original diag. and put it in the 2" click lock as a way to use 1.25" things such as barlows and still be able to pull it out and put 2" ones in? Guessing that would work fine, although i see baader sells a "click lock" style 1.25 reducer as well. I guess if using the original reducer you lose the click lock on the 1.25 barlows and eyepieces you put in.

@TimTools99

3 жыл бұрын

You certainly can do that. I do it all the time. Yes the clicklock feature is nice for heavy eyepieces and cameras but if you reduce down to 1.25, those are lighter eyepieces and so tightening the screw by hand will hold those. Good luck - have fun!

How do you deal with focal reducers/coma correctors? Do you have to remove the quicklock from the cell?

very interesting and informative....looks like a great system for the optical-train....Baader however can be pricey

@TimTools99

4 жыл бұрын

True but hey! It's only money!

@michaelaldan4354

4 жыл бұрын

damn...tell that to my wife haha

@michaelaldan4354

4 жыл бұрын

i always have to chuckle a bit when you guys say " when you're out there in the cold.." i live in South Africa, i think the coldest we get on a night is around 68F haha

@TimTools99

4 жыл бұрын

@@michaelaldan4354 Oh! 68 degrees sounds so goo d right now!

Hi, Wanted to know, is Orion E-Series 7-21mm Zoom Eyepiece is better then individual plossl eyepieces. And please let me know eseries eyepiece are plossl, means crisp image as delivered by plossl eyepieces does.

At the 3:30 mark you say the eyepiece is in perfect alignment. In another video a Finnish gentleman raises that concern. He bemoaned that it made his EP slightly out of alignment.

Tim does the CGEM handle the EDGE 9.25"? I'm thinking it is right at the limit of the mount's capabilities.

Hey Tim, I'm considering that same 9.25 OTA. After 3 years +, How do you feel about that telescope, and which other accessories will you suggest to get with it?

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

Hello Jorge. It really is a nice telescope. I have not used it in a year. Personal health problems. I would sell this telescope if you are interested and include all the extras. email: tbone99@mac.com

Tim, I was inspired to purchase the same exact telescope OTA anyway and a Clicklock visual back, I have a question about the Clicklock. When I received mine I noticed that some of the threads were scraped a bit, where I could see some scratches in the metal/paint. Did you happen to inspect yours when you received it? Do you think this is the normal result of perhaps manufacturing testing. The Clicklock came in sealed white box with no instructions of any kind or documentation warranty card nothing. I'm just hoping this is normal if not I'm going to return it. Thanks

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+Markinpuff I don't believe that I had anything like that with mine. I would be tempted to return it. With the premium price they get for the Clicklock stuff, it should be pristine. When I got my Edge OTA, it was filthy dirty and I ended up returning it and they sent me a new one. I think these companies have some shoddy inspection procedures. They shouldn't ship out defective equipment when we are paying so much for this stuff.

@Markinpuff

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim, Its going back !!, and I have not received my 9.25 edge yet. Lets hope its not a bad sample..

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+Markinpuff Check your Edge OTA over carefully when you get it. Mine was an amazing dirty mess. The OTA had a scuzzy film all over the mirrors. The CGEM Mount had black crap all over the side of it that would not wipe off. I called Astronomics and told them about the problem. At first, the guy said a little dust is to be expected because the OTA's are "not assembled in a dust free environment." I told him I wasn't buying that explanation and that my dirty optics were beyond "a little dust." I sent him pictures and when he saw them, he said he would call Celestron. I let one week go by and when I had not heard from anyone, I called the dealer (Astronomics) again and it was not pretty. Celestron called me the next day. They said they would take everything back and would "hand-pick" an OTA and mount for me. I said, "You should have done that the first time!" Long story short: I don't accept the notion that these telescopes are mass produced and this sort of thing is to be expected. We are spending $$$ (Thousands)and there should be better quality control. A customer should never have to experience what I went through. Same with your Baader Clicklock. They should inspect them before they are shipped.

@Markinpuff

8 жыл бұрын

Tim, I emailed Baader about my problem as well as the company that sold it to me. They both pretty much said the same thing. "It's to be expected and will not affect functionality? The good people at Baader we far less graces about it. He told me if I wanted perfect go buy something made in china and suffer the functionality issues. I agree with you regarding the QC these days, it’s almost enough to make you forget about the hobby. I’m going to post this whole story using full email replies from Baader and AgenaAstro, so everyone can see how arrogant they are. Note: AgenaAstro was far more understanding. I'm afaid what I'm going to find once the scope does come.

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+Markinpuff Most likely, your scope will be fine. I can't believe that the problem I had was the norm. If it is, then Celestron would have a huge problem. The good thing about all of this is that you can return anything you buy now days. So, if you don't like what you see or the item is not what you expected, you can return it for a refund. I am happy with my Edge 9.25. The views are spectacular. Hang in there.

Hi, I have a telescope explore scientific firstlight 127mm mak-cassegrain. I'm wondering it will work with your Baader demo? Please advise. Thank you

@TimTools99

2 жыл бұрын

I suggest you go to the Baader website and see which product will fit your telescope. It's been a while since I bought this but they are standard.

Nice price tag too! But I guess if you can afford that arsenal of eyepieces you have, the Baader system is just pocket change.

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+F Fighter Yes, this stuff is expensive but I work side jobs and save up for premium equipment. I work hard and I play hard. lol.

@ffighter1491

8 жыл бұрын

+TimTools99 I know this stuff is expensive, I have a Schmidt also, but no side jobs here...Can't wait for you to get more side jobs, looking forward to seeing your backyard observatory soon...lol

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

F Fighter Ha! Yeah ... As long as I have extra work, I have extra toys. The observatory will be a fun build (I hope.) My son and I do that kind of work and we have the equipment for excavating, pouring concrete etc. The next clear night, I am going to our land and pick a spot for the build. When good weather gets here, (probably in June) we can get to it. That's the plan anyway.

@ffighter1491

8 жыл бұрын

+TimTools99 Cool deal...Hope it works out for you.

I have a nice meade etx 90mm can you make it better

I bought the 8" Edge last year. The first thing I did was replace the visual back. The one supplied is just awful.

Very nice.

At min 5:08: what kind of adapter are you using, with your reflex?

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

CNC Supply . I believe it is calle "True-2" adapter

Hi, Tim. I wanted to make a video just like yours. May I please know the list of what I need to have?

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+narehabako I found the Baader adapters here. www.optcorp.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=BAADER+PLANETARIUM+2%22+CLICKLOCK+ADAPTER There are different thread sizes depending on your SCT. I ordered the Click Lock Adapter and the Diagonal and both fit perfectly.

@narehabako

8 жыл бұрын

+TimTools99 I just got my c11 and it comes with 1.25 diagonal.Will it enhance the quality of my viewing session if I change my diagonal to 2" ? I'm a newbie to this hobby.Thank you for the providing the link. Your sct looks really nice on cgem.

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+narehabako Yeah it's a pretty sweet setup for sure. I bought an Explore Scientific 2 inch eyepiece for my little Refractor and I loved the view so I decided to get set up for both 1.25 and 2 inch eyepieces. My 9.25 Edge SCT came with a 2" Diagonal. The 2" eyepieces can be expensive but they add to the enjoyment for sure.

Oh my goodness an accident waiting to happen .you have the OTA on the mount without the counter weight and shaft.

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

OMG ... you are absolutely right! I was pretty new at it back then and I never noticed that. Luckily, I was not moving the telescope or it could have been bad. Thanks for checking me out. I'm gonna go over and see what you are up to.

@ACEOFSPACE2000

5 жыл бұрын

@@TimTools99 Hey Tim I like your channel .I wasn't giving you a hard time I just noticed the date of the video and know you do it right.I just subbed .

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Ace. I was just looking at your moon processing video. I have never used photoshop and I wonder if you could give me some information. My email is tbone99@mac.com @@ACEOFSPACE2000

you need to buy a questar put it in a glass box put it on your desk it would make you happy just to look at it

@TimTools99

8 жыл бұрын

+starman 59 That would be great!

A link would be useful to buy the exact same. Thanks

@TimTools99

5 жыл бұрын

www.highpointscientific.com/search/baader_planetarium?q=Baader%20Planetarium%202%22%20Clicklock%20Clamp%20for%20SCT

Baadar clicklock is the best.period.

I have a set like this and I have to say....only germans can do it

You should never mount your OTA on your mount without first putting on your count weights. Go back and READ YOUR MANUAL FOR SAFETY :-)

@paulkazjack

4 жыл бұрын

What's up man?had no sex lately??