Auto gain/exposure failing in Flats capture

[FEObs]

Sorry to post this question here, but dambed if I can find the "new post" button.

So here it is.

In SharpCap, I am using Phd2 for guiding. There appears to be no screen controls (other than a very mild gamma corrector) for the looping images.

I am using a QHY500ii200m camera on 130mm guidescope. Everything shows up fine but any exposure more than 1 second blows out the image as in overexposed. This affects ability to see onscreen the stars, selected guide star etc.

Does anyone know if there is any histogram setting or adjustments?

Thanks

[turfpit]

FEObs

dambed if I can find the "new post" button

Select a forum, for example Gallery, then click New Topic:

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exposure more than 1 second blows out the image as in overexposed

Gain (and/or offset) too high perhaps?


Dave

[FEObs]

Thanks Dave
It makes sense so I will try gain/offset first night it stops raining!!!

Also, thanks for guidance on forums/new topic.
Much appreciated.

Jimmy