[geeks] WTD: Philips ToUCam 740/840/900NC

[Sridhar Ayengar]

Mark Benson wrote:
>>> Just a shot in the dark - anyone got, or know where I can find one of 
>>> these webcams:
>>> Philips ToUCam Pro PCV 740K
>>> Philips ToUCam Pro PCV 840K
>>> Philips ToUCam III SPC900NC
>>> Or anyone into astrophotography and know of alternatives that have 
>>> telescope eyepiece adapters available?
>>
>> I just use my Nikon DSLR.  I know Meade makes an Astro-specific CCD too.
> 
> I have a 2-inch adapter for my EOS400D but planetary imaging is 
> aparently easier with a CCD webcam. I also don't have a Barlow lense I 
> can drop between the EOS and the scope.

Well, you might want to check out the Meade then.  I've heard good 
things about it.  You might be able to arrange a trial before you buy it.

Peace...  Sridhar