I've been given the task of replacing a plastic observatory with a steel equivalent at a state historical site. Inside is a 16" Meade LX200 ACF on a pier. There is very little hope of having internet at the site. It will always be a visual telescope. I can't imagine ever putting a camera on it. 99.9% of the use for this telescope will be local high school, community college, and maker communities - casual amateurs. Due to its fantastic location and nice visitor's center next to it, I anticipate the occasional really serious amateur astronomer group from a 150 mile radius will arrive a few times per year. I've seen how Sellarium works at a different site and I will probably set it up inside the observatory for only telescope control. The plan is to point the telescope then move the dome and shutter to wherever the telescope ends up. It will never be used remotely. I'd like to hear some discussion about adding the automated control to the dome and shutter. All ideas are welcome. I'll be making a budget proposal to the state of Wyoming soon.
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I’m going to be totally honest. With a scope that large you will absolutely need a dome rotator. Otherwise you'll be constantly moving the scope to stay in the middle of the slit. If you’re using a clamshell than I’d forgo any automation.