I processed this image with data acquired under the dark skies of a remote observatory in Chile via Telescope Live. Renting remote telescope time isn’t the same as using my own equipment but it gave me a chance to hone my processing skills as I await my next telescope adventure.
Date: July 24 2023
Location: Río Hurtado, Coquimbo Region, Chile
Bortle: 1
Integration Time: 21x300s
Filters: LRGB
Camera: QHY 600M Pro
Telescope: Planewave CDK24
Focal Length: 3962mm
F-ratio: 6.5
Mount: Mathis MI-1000/1250 with absolute encoders