Auto Star: If checked, Ekos will attempt to select the best guide star in the frame and begins the calibration process automatically.If unchecked, the calibration is only performed in RA. Two axis: Check if you want the calibration process calibration in both RA & DEC.If you increase the value and you do not notice any motion of the guide star, then this suggests possible mount issues such as jamming or connection issues via the ST4 cable. This value should be large enough to cause a noticable movement in the guide star. Pulse : The duration of pulses in milliseconds to be sent to the mount.You need to confirm or change the selection before you can start the calibration process. If Auto Calibration is disabled, Ekos will try to automatically highlight the best guide star in the field. If Auto Star is checked, then you are only required to click capture and Ekos will automatically select the best fit guide star in the image and continues the calibration process automatically. In the calibration phase, you need to capture an image, select a guide star, and click Calibrate to begin the calibration process. It is recommended to take dark frames covering several binning and exposure values so that they may be reused transparently by Ekos whenever needed. This value is configurable and can be adjusted in Ekos settings in the KStars settings dialog. By default, the Dark Library keeps reusing dark frames for 30 days after which it will capture new dark frames. All dark frames are automatically saved to Ekos Dark Frame Library. On the other hand, if the camera already includes a shutter, then Ekos will directly proceeds with taking the dark frame. If your camera does not have a shutter, then Ekos will warn you anytime you take a dark frame to cover your camera/telescope before proceeding with the capture. For the first time this is performed, Ekos will ask you about your camera shutter. To take a dark frame, check the Dark checkbox and then click Capture. It is highly recommended to take dark frames before you begin and calibration or guiding procedure.
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