N.I.N.A. Automation Deep Dive

Take your image acquisition to the next level with a deep dive into N.I.N.A.’s most powerful features. You’ll learn how to build efficient, automated sequences, set up guiding and autofocus, manage calibration frames, and evaluate your data for quality—all with an eye toward optimizing your final results in PixInsight.

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Workshop 2 focuses on building robust and automated imaging sessions with N.I.N.A. We’ll explore how to use the Sky Atlas and Framing Assistant for target selection and mosaics, and guide you through constructing powerful imaging sequences with smart triggers and conditions. You’ll learn to set up and fine-tune autofocus, integrate autoguiding through PHD2, and automate the collection of calibration frames using the Flat Wizard and dark frame options. We’ll also cover best practices for evaluating your images during a session, identifying problem frames, and using live stacking. Finally, we’ll walk through troubleshooting techniques, reviewing logs, and keeping your system updated to ensure reliable performance.