The powerful Weighted Batch Preprocessing (WBPP) and Fast Batch Preprocessing (FBPP) scripts are the most streamlined way to perform preprocessing in PixInsight. “Preprocessing” refers to all the steps required to make one or more master images from a set of sub-frames (“subs”). The master frame that WBPP and FBPP generate are the starting point for rendering beautiful deep-sky images in PixInsight.

In this workshop, Ron and Warren will show you how to get the most out of WBPP whether you are using monochrome, OSC or DSLR data. They’ll show you how, as the “conductor,” WBPP controls all the players in the preprocessing “orchestra,” ensuring that each plays their part correctly. They’ll also demonstrate the simpler FBPP script that may be useful for a quick look at your data set, or for time-efficient crunching of a large number of individual frames, 

In addition to explaining the script interfaces and their basic use Warren and Ron will demonstrate:

• CosmeticCorrection – Using automatic correction in WBPP

• Setting Default Quality – Set up WBPP to balance quality and speed to suit your needs

• LocalNormalization – Using the interactive checkbox to get control over the reference frame

• Exposure Tolerance  – combining – or not – exposures of different length.

• Sub-frame Weighting Options – default and custom options

• Preparing to Drizzle – When to activate the Drizzle checkbox

• Grouping Keywords – Working with complex data sets

• Managing Your Output – What should you keep? What can be safely discarded, and when?

Since the WBPP script gets updated regularly, they’ll also show you what’s new under the hood since the last deep dive.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Beginners will get a glimpse at some advanced tools and techniques that will be covered in upcoming workshops.

Seasoned image processors will pick up new ideas and techniques to expand your toolkit and improve your results.

All attendees of these workshops will receive the following:

• A PixInsight project containing all images and icons used during the workshop

• An opportunity to win a door prize from our generous sponsors

• UNLIMITED ACCESS to a video recording of the workshop