Wishlist

These are the things that we wish were fixed in rough order of priority.

Autofocus setup and calibration

  • Fix the autofocus and filter offsets.

  • Verify repeatability and integration with ACP/MaxIm/PWI.

Safety Systems

  • Integrate the UPS with the dome controller so the dome closes automatically on power loss.

  • Replace and test the rain/moisture sensor on the outside of the dome.

Weather and Sky Monitoring

  • Fix weather station threshold parameters

  • Install and configure the all-sky camera for periodic sky imaging.

  • Install seeing monitor

Park Position Shutdown Errors

  • Contact Bob Denny and/or Ash to allow the scope to point below the “horizon”

  • Fix horizontal park position during observatory shutdown.

Mount and Dome Maintenance

  • Research Astro-Physics maintenance recommendations.

  • Inspect and perform light maintenance as appropriate.

  • Investigate Ash Dome recommended maintenance procedures.

  • Develop a maintenance checklist and schedule.

Upgrades to Observatory Manual

  • Improve the workflow for editing and publishing the Sphinx-based manual.

  • Create a troubleshooting/FAQ section for common problems and fixes.

  • Add a form for updating the troubleshooting/FAQ.