Solar Scintillation Monitor
The SSM2 is an air disturbance (seeing) analyser for the amateur astronomer observing the Sun. This device determines the seeing value in ArcSec at your respective location. He assists the amateur astronomer in his search for the best observation sites for solar observation and photography.
Available from March-April 2024. If you are interested, please fill out the contact form below.
Attached to the telescope with Velcro fastener. This allows the SSM to be positioned where you want it....
3 Pol. Sensor plug allows the sensor to be placed where you want it....
Sensor cable available in 90 cm (2.8 ft) or 190 cm (6.2 ft).
OLED display for better readability .....
Reset and calibration functions can now be performed without opening the housing....
Power supply via laptop or USB hub .....
For the evaluation of observation sites, the SSM2 is simply connected to a laptop via USB and long-term measurements can be carried out per site using data acquisition software (Microsoft EXCEL, Serial Port Terminal, etc.). The data can then be visualized and processed.For use directly on the telescope, the SSM2 is simply attached directly to the instrument or mount.The built-in OLED screen alternately displays the instantaneous seeing value in arc seconds, the light input in volts and a 1-minute moving average. The SSM2 consumes less than 150 mA and is powered by the USB port when connected to a PC or USB hub.
General Guidelines for Solar Observation
· Avoid concrete or asphalt surfaces.
· Avoid concrete or stone walls near the telescope.
· Sites surrounded by water have less turbulence.
· Elevated locations are better.
· Mountain peaks are optimal.
Seeing also fluctuates greatly throughout the day. Except in special locations such as high mountain peaks, the best seeing is usually in the morning and in the second half of the afternoon.