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I've been using alcohol. NOT the drugstore kind but from a company in silicon valley. It's not cheap (35.00 for 4 liters). I use it on my telescope mirrors 8,14 inch... and eyepieces and of course, camera lenses.
As the company states>> "certified at higher than 99.8% purity and can be used in a wide variety of applications from 3D printing, to botanical and organic oils, biodiesel titration, and adhesive solvents. It also has the advantage of being non-corrosive to metals or plastics and can be used on all surfaces without leaving unsightly smears on screens or glass. Been using it for several years and all coatings on my glass, lenses have not been harmed. I use a spray bottle while holding the glass down. Again...not that crap from drugstores. :)

Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 08-09-2020, 11:40 AM

Sunset off the beach
Posted By HP 56948

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Beautiful colors

Forum: Sold Items 07-20-2020, 09:23 PM

Wanted - Acquired: Used K-r, K-x, or K-5, or similar model, or K-01. Body only preferred.
Posted By HP 56948

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I have a Pentax K1 Shutter count is 550 (Five hundred and fifty) Pretty much perfect condition. Just used in a small observatory to take shots of planets, etc. Make me an offer. I'll pay for shipping and insurance.

Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 08-15-2019, 08:07 PM

Poll: Expired Contest Poll VOTE NOW - Photo Contest #155 Poll (Dominant Color: Red - July 2019)
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Number 7 moves me.

Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 07-08-2018, 09:10 PM

Oak Point
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Views: 523

I would like to nominate this photo

Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 07-08-2018, 09:09 PM

Rio Grande
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Views: 672

I would like to nominate this photo

Forum: Post Your Photos! 02-02-2017, 05:09 PM

Night With much help from you people, I think I finally did something right.
Posted By HP 56948

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Moon tonight-2/2/2017-Orion 180mm maksutov-cassegrain/2750mm FL-iso 100-10th second
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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II 02-02-2017, 04:58 PM

Live screen focus true?
Posted By HP 56948

Replies: 15
Views: 2,108

I finally got it right. I was doing several things wrong but after the dismal results I was determined to learn what I was doing wrong.
Thank you so much for your wisdom!

Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II 01-31-2017, 03:37 PM

Live screen focus true?
Posted By HP 56948

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I use manual. Should I use focus peaking? Thanks!

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Mount is rock-solid. Embedded in concrete. Thanks!

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Scope and mount is outside all the time. (homebuilt 10 foot observatory. Thanks!

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You're absolutely correct. I was doing several things wrong. Ugh..Tarzan learn fast.

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Steve, I was doing just about every thing wrong. Are you sure the Function SR doesn't stand for "Somewhat Retarded" :)

Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II 01-29-2017, 07:52 PM

Live screen focus true?
Posted By HP 56948

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Is the focus on the K1 live screen always "true" (absolutely in focus)

Explanation: Took 2 pictures the other night of Venus through one of my telescopes...on an Ioptron Eq45 equatorial mount.
Scope was 7.1 inch 2750 mm.
I focused the image on the live view. took the 2 shots. Took the memory card inside to computer. Both shots looked slightly out of focus. Is it the K1 or something else? (I can find the something else :) )

Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II 12-20-2016, 05:30 PM

Just about at my wits end with remote O-RC1
Posted By HP 56948

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I'm too embarrassed to answer your post. Geez, I was reading the manual that came with the O-RC1.
Actually, I was posting this for a friend. I'll tell him how to do it. ....yeah, right.
Thank you so much! Boy, much to learn.

Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II 12-20-2016, 05:10 PM

Just about at my wits end with remote O-RC1
Posted By HP 56948

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Hi: Been trying now for 4 days to figure out how to click the shutter with the O-RC1. I can use the shutter button fine and everything works great.
Unfortunately, the remote is about as useful as a screen door in a submarine. The manual says "put camera in standby mode...yeah ...and push button on the remote...yeah..and then ....my words> cuss up a storm when the camera looks at you like you're a idiot and does nothing.

Please help this idiot :)

Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 12-12-2016, 03:38 PM

Is it normal for a K1 with the Pentax-FA 1:1.8 77 MM lens to display F-- on screen?
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Ah..well, that was difficult. Thank you much!

Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 12-12-2016, 03:24 PM

Is it normal for a K1 with the Pentax-FA 1:1.8 77 MM lens to display F-- on screen?
Posted By HP 56948

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Views: 1,095

Thanks in advance.

Forum: Sold Items 07-08-2016, 07:04 PM

For Sale - Sold: Pentax K-3 II Digital Camera with Lens and extras
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PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing

Item for Sale
Pentax K-3 II Digital Camera with Lens and extras

Asking Price
750.00 USD

Item Location
Sarasota, Florida (United States)

Item Description
Taken out of box to attach lens and review menus. Shutter count is under 10. Purchased 2-21-2016 from B&H. One-year warranty still in place.
Built in GPS and electronic compass. Battery in camera, with extra battery and charger. 16 GB memory card included. Pentax-DA 50mmF1.8 lens included.
Don't want to sell on Ebay - fees too high. Like the camera, but I purchased the full frame Pentax for astrophotography.

Are you the original owner of the item being sold?
Yes

Are you selling or trading this item?
Selling

Item Condition (Key)
Used
Mint

Shipping Destinations
Continental U.S. Only

Shipping Charge
free shipping

Shipping Services
Fedex Ground

Accepted Payment Types
PayPal

Return Policy & Additional Details
No return, however warranty still in place

Please send me a private message if interested in the item!