AstroControl

Kostas Papageorgiou

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About this app

AstroControl is the a "Mission Control" for professional astrophotographers. Designed to be your companion in the field, it provides real-time telemetry, advanced planning tools, and a dark-adapted interface to keep your eyes on the stars.

REAL-TIME MONITORING
Connect to your rig via the NINA Advanced API.

Imaging Telemetry: Detailed status of your Camera, Mount, Focuser, and Filter Wheel.
Guiding Precision: Monitor your PHD2 guiding RMS graphs in real-time.
HFR History: Track your star focus quality throughout the night.
ADVANCED PLANNING
Don't waste a clear night on the wrong target.

Target Database: Search thousands of deep-sky objects with instant DSS image previews.
Altitude Graphs: Visualize target paths to find the perfect imaging window.
Darkness Graphs: Calculate precise Moon/Sun positions and Bortle-scale darkness windows.

WEATHER FORECASTING
Integrated weather tailored for astronomy.

Risk Meter: Instant Cloud/Rain risk assessment.
Cloud Layers: Detailed breakdown of Low, Medium, and High-level clouds.
Seeing Estimates: Know your atmospheric transparency before you set up.
BUILT FOR THE FIELD
Red Mode: Full-interface "Red Mode" to preserve your night vision.
Modern Aesthetics: Sleek, high-tech interface that feels like a spacecraft dashboard.
Low Memory Footprint: Optimized image loading to ensure a smooth experience.

IMPORTANT PREREQUISITES
To use AstroControl, your imaging rig must meet the following:

N.I.N.A. Advanced API: You must have the "Advanced API" plugin installed and enabled in N.I.N.A.
Network Connectivity: Your mobile device must be on the same local network (Wi-Fi/LAN) as your imaging computer to communicate.
Elevate your astrophotography workflow. Download AstroControl and own the night.

What’s new

Initial release v.1