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Mon January 15, 2007
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Description:
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This continuing series of tutorials explores the fundamentals of CCD image processing. In-depth topics on the elements of image calibration, reduction, and manipulation lead to completely worked examples- from beginning to end! Modular sections stand alone so that the data processing demonstrate a WORKFLOW that is easy to follow and understand.
Maxim DL and Photoshop comprise the core suite of softwares for this two volume workshop. Over 12 HOURS of material make this the most comprehensive tutorial available anywhere. Other software such as Mira, CCDSharp, Noise Ninja, Russ Croman's Gradient X-Terminator, Ron Wodaski's Debloomer and even MS Excel make appearances. A special guest appearance by Doug George made for this tutorial to explain Calibration groups of Maxim DL is also included in Volume 2!
By the end of this instruction experience, you will not only be able to create beautiful pictures of the heavens- but also know how and why to make processing decisions that reduce noise, time, and frustration. While these two volumes can be purchased separately, they are logically coupled and self-referential. These tutorials assume proficiency in materials covered in Volume 1.
DVD Contents (Sections):
Volume 3
1. Introduction- 2 minutes
2. Computing the Plate Scale- 12 minutes
* A calculation every imager should know how to do instantly! Just with just a few numbers and a calculator you can determine your field of view, the resolution of your data and even how long you have to effectively image a (rotating) planet.
3. AutoStretch- 18 minutes Maxim DL
* This topic covers the inscrutable feature in Maxim DL as well as explicates the concerns of bit space with respect to scaling and saving images.
4. Digital Development- 26 minutes Maxim DL
* Sliders are great, but do not fear the numbers! Learn how to achieve consistent results in Maxim DL that you can apply to all kinds of data. This section emphasizes the proper use of the gsharpeningh (unsharp mask) effect of the algorithm.
5. Sigma Rejection in Depth- 33 minutes Maxim DL, MS Excel
* Has anyone actually explained to you how it works? See an example take from real data and watch the values of pixels to see how the algorithm(s) work. Understanding this tool can be a powerful asset in producing images with less noise- which makes subsequent processing that much easier!
6. Image Differences- 19 minutes Maxim DL
* A surprising hit at last yearfs AIC conference. Learn that subtracting one image from another can be a great tool for various kinds of applications.
7. Problem Images: What to Look for- 20 minutes Maxim DL
* Does your data resemble one of these pictures? See what some common problems look like in case you have them- or encounter them in the future.
8. Saturn- 41 minutes Maxim DL, Photoshop
* Want to run rings around your peers? Try some of these techniques to your planetary data. Though processed from the perspective of a small sample set (how it used to done before Webcams), you can use these ideas on all planetary data.
9. Ha Blending- 75 minutes Maxim DL, Photoshop
* Process an exotic image from gdown under,h the HII regions in the LMC provide the perfect example to demonstrate blending Hydrogen alpha data into both the luminance and Red channels to produce a beautiful L(Ha), R(Ha)GB image!
10. The Power of the Median Filter- 12 minutes Photoshop
* Two striking examples in Photoshop show how this technique can improve your images and save you time in cleaning them.
11. Curdle Reduction and Color Correction- 18 minutes Photoshop
* Two more example techniques in Photoshop for quickly eliminating common problems in your pretty pictures.
12. Five Ways to Remove Gradients- 46 minutes Maxim DL, Photoshop
* Can you think of 5 off the top of your head? I show them to you on real data!
13. Credits
Visit: www.caelumobservatory.com
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Adam Block Tutorial DVD Video Sofware CCD Processing Photoshop Images Pictures
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