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Astronomy Plus With DVD
Category : Commercial Programs
Author : Space Holdings
ISBN : B0000C0ZC4
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Description : From the Manufacturer
Your introduction to the wonders of the night sky Astronomy Plus from Starry Night is brilliantly realistic and designed for anyone with an interest in the night sky. See the sky from anywhere on Earth or lift-off and visit any solar system body or any location up to 20,000 light years away. View 1,000,000 stars along with 110 deep-space objects like galaxies, star clusters and nebulae. Print handy star charts to explore outside. Learn about the movement of the planets, watch the phases of the moon, and see what the stars looked like on the day you were born! Bonus DVD of original movies will enrich your celestial explorations.
Features:
View the sky from anywhere on Earth
Blast off and visit any solar system body, or any location up to 20,000 light years away
Learn how to identify planets, stars, and constellations such as "The Big Dipper"
Locate objects easily with 'Find' command
Create your own movies and images
Print detailed star charts for your next outing under the stars
Multiple views lets you watch an eclipse from a planet, its moon and the Sun, all at the same time
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Starry Night Beginner
Category : Commercial Programs
Author : Space Holdings
ISBN : B000059WJ1
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Description : Features:
See the sky from any location on Earth and quickly identify any constellation you're viewing
"Point and click" for information on 100,000 brilliantly realistic celestial objects, print customized charts to take outside with you
Identify and locate planets as they change positions during the year, learn the popular names of star patterns like "The Big Dipper"
Click on deep-sky objects to bring up breathtaking full-color, full-screen images of galaxies and nebulae
Start your first stargazing session instantly with easy-to-follow instructions; includes a complete, printed manual
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A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy
Category : Books
Author : Patrick Martinez, Alain Klotz, Andri Demers
ISBN : 0521599504
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Description : High-performance charged-couple device (CCD) cameras have opened up an exciting new window on the Universe for amateur astronomers. This book provides a complete, self-contained guide to choosing and using CCD cameras. Beginning with a no-nonsense introduction to CCD cameras, the authors explain what determines camera performance and demonstrate how to use a CCD camera and accurately calibrate the images obtained. The book also presents a clear review of the software available for visualizing, analyzing and processing digital images. Finally, the authors navigate a series of key areas in astronomy where astronomers can make the best use of CCD cameras. This handy volume is packed with practical tips. It provides a clear introduction to CCD astronomy for novices and an indispensable reference for more experienced amateur astronomers.
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This item added on : 05-Nov-2003
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