Astronomy
Observer Log Software
Ever wish you had a handy
method for logging all of your astronomy related observing
sessions? Now you can. Check out the free software
below.
ASTROPLANNER
:
AstroPlanner
is a software application for Macintosh and Windows computers that
facilitates astronomical visual observation planning and logging as
well as control of Meade telescopes that use the LX200, LX200GPS or
Autostar controllers, Celestron NexStar scopes, Astro-Physics GTO
mounts, the Vixen SkySensor 2000 system , and several others. It also
incorporates the Best Pair functionality for selecting optimum
telescope alignment stars and tools for facilitating iterative and
drift polar alignment via computer control of the telescope.
It
is designed to enable the observer to set up a list of astronomical
objects he/she wishes to observe. These are either entered manually, by
lookup in the supplied database of astrometric catalogues (e.g.
Messier, NGC, SAO, etc.), or by importing them from suitably formatted
text files. Solar system objects are also supported (sun, moon,
planets, comets and minor planets) and comet/minor planet orbital
elements can be imported in the usual formats (from a range or sources
including the ASTORB and MPCORB databases).
Once
entered the user can select items from the list for observation. The
application uses the current time and site information (including
horizon obstructions) to compute the visibility of the objects, so that
only the ones currently above the horizon need be chosen. Rise, transit
and set times are also computed to assist in planning a nights
observing. Other sophisticated algorithms are incorporated to show
parameters such as optimal detection magnification.
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THE
SIMPLE OBSERVING LOG :
The
Simple Observing Log (TSOL) is intended as a place where you can keep
track of all your star-gazing information.
You
may fill out forms for all the objects you intend to view in a session,
then use the forms to keep track of your sucess, or you may observe as
you always have, and record your observations during or after your
session. After you're done, you can view and print your observing
records sorted by date or by object.
There's
even a space where you can sketch your observations on the page, or
place scans of your sketches after you're done. An "astrophoto" section
for each observation lets astrophotographers keep track of their
exposures as well.
When
you want to use TSOL in the field, simply choose "Nightvision Mode" to
switch to a vision-saving red display!
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AstroByte
Logging System :
The
AstroByte Logging System is an easy to use database to keep all your
astronomical observations together in one package. It contains over
10,000 of the best pre-selected objects along with a form to enter new
selections. It keeps track of objects, which you have observed, along
with objects that you still need to observe to fill a catalog.
Features:
Contains
6 different Database entry forms:
1. Complete Messier Catalog
2. The SAC 7.2 Deep Sky Database
Which includes:
The complete NGC catalog
The Messier Catalog
The Caldwell Catalog
The Herschel 400
And many other objects!
3. Solar System Logging Form
4. The 110 Best of the NGC Logging Form
5. The 110 Best Multiple Stars
6. A Custom Database for your own objects
Contains
40 printable reports:
1. Completed objects reports
2. Incomplete object reports
3. Observing Worksheets
4. Catalog printouts
5. Plus, many more….
Includes
Data for each object to help you locate and identify:
1. RA and DEC
2. Constellation
3. Magnitude
4. ..and much more information
5. The SAC Database form contains and extensive search ability
6. The Messier and Solar System Database form contains images
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