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**disasterfilm** · 03-11-2017, 03:49 PM

Also note, the more you pitch your camera up above the horizon, the less effective the compass is at determining which declination (compass direction) you're facing.

Gimbal · 03-12-2017, 06:43 AM

Originally posted by peterh337

the problem was that one could not get within 20 degrees of the right heading, due to metal bits in the house.

Really? And a normal compass is equally wrong inside your house?

peterh337 · 03-12-2017, 08:27 AM

Yes.

Modern houses tend to have a lot of steel, especially if you want a slightly unusual design.

VoiceOfReason · 03-15-2017, 10:22 AM

May be clear Saturday night and warmer, so I may try it again.

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03-11-2017, 03:49 PM	#31
disasterfilm Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 406	Also note, the more you pitch your camera up above the horizon, the less effective the compass is at determining which declination (compass direction) you're facing.

03-12-2017, 06:43 AM	#32
Gimbal Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 2,106	Originally posted by peterh337 the problem was that one could not get within 20 degrees of the right heading, due to metal bits in the house. Really? And a normal compass is equally wrong inside your house?

03-12-2017, 08:27 AM	#33
peterh337 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: London Posts: 573	Yes. Modern houses tend to have a lot of steel, especially if you want a slightly unusual design.

03-15-2017, 10:22 AM	#34
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124 Original Poster	May be clear Saturday night and warmer, so I may try it again.

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