Thank you for purchasing Voyager, the Dynamic Sky Simulator for the Amiga. We expect this new version to set the standard for astronomical software on the Amiga. Many of the new features are the result of user suggestions. In using the program, you may think of some new features or improvements that you would like to see. Please send your suggestions to us. If you find a bug, let us know about that as well.
********** Voyager Data Extension Installation **********
Voyager will look for its data in a directory called SkyData inside the Voyager drawer. If you are using a hard disk, you should copy ALL data files into the SkyData drawer. Under this arrangement, everything should work without a hitch and all the data will be found and loaded when you double-click the Voyager icon to start the program. However, if you want to put ALL the data in some directory other than inside the Voyager/SkyData directory, then you must ASSIGN SkyData: to where you decide to put the data. You must also delete or rename the SkyData drawer inside the Voyager drawer. Also, the Data files are sequential, that is, you must have Data Extension 2 to access Data Extension 3. Consult the manual for further info.
Data Extension 1 is now included with Voyager 1.1. The only way to use the Data Extension 1 from a floppy is to create a special floppy named SkyData: . Then copy NGCData.bin, YaleData.bin, S75.bin, and N3000.bin into the root of that disk. You must also rename or delete the SkyData directory from the Voyager: disk. Data Extension 2 & 3 cannot be used from a floppy. In principal they could be used from a RAM DISK. However, you would need 3 to 5 megabytes and performance is no better than from a hard disk.
************** Voyager Data Extensions *******************
The following items are available as optional extensions for Voyager. Additional items may become available in the future. Let us know what you want to see. There should be an Order Form in the Voyager box. If you prefer, you may call in your order Mon-Sat, 10-6 pacific time. Contact Carina Software, 830 Williams St., San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 352-7332.
Data Extension 1 - This disk contains stars from magnitude 6.5 to 7.5 and about 3000 additional deep sky objects. It brings the total number of objects in the program to about 30,000. You will need 1.5 megabytes or more to use this data. Performance on a stock 500, 1000, or 2000 is acceptable. This Extension is recommended for everyone who wants to have more data. Price - Included with Version 1.1
Data Extension 2 - This disk contains stars from magnitude 7.5 to 8.5. It requires a 2 megabyte machine and a hard disk to access the data. Performance on a stock 500, 1000, or 2000 is marginal and we recommend an accelerated machine, although a math co-processor is not needed. Performance is a relative concept and Voyager is fast compared to other astronomy programs, even with the extended data. It will work on the slower machines if you are willing to wait. Price $25.00
Data Extension 3 - This 2 disk set contains stars from magnitude 8.5 to 9.5. It requires a 2 megabyte machine and a hard disk. A 68020/030/040 is stongly recommended. While it will run on a 68000 machine, performance is very slow except in small fields of view. On an A3000 however, it is very fast - comparable or faster than several popular PC programs on a 486. Price $30.00
*** Special Pricing ***
Buy Data Extensions 2, & 3 together for $45.00.
Note that prices can change and new products can be added to the list. If this document appears old, or if you just want to be safe, call for current pricing and availability before sending in an order.
***** Voyager Image Disks *****
Image Set 1 - This 2 disk set contains IFF images from various NASA missions to the planets. This set includes some of the images in the Image Sampler contained in the Voyager package. Price $18.00
Image Set 2 - This 2 disk set contains IFF images of various clusters and nebula in the Milky Way. Original photographs from Kitt Peak and Hale Observatories. Price $18.00
Image Set 3 - This 2 disk set contains IFF images of various galaxies and other interesting objects. Original photographs from Kitt Peak and Hale Observatories. Price $18.00
*** Special Pricing ***
Buy three Image Sets for $40.00. Buy any two Image Sets for $30.00.
********** Voyager Image Disk Installation **********
Voyager will look for its images in a directory called SkyPictures inside the Voyager drawer. If you are using a hard disk, you should copy ALL image files into the SkyPictures drawer. Under this arrangement, everything should work without a hitch and all the images will be found and loaded. However, if you want to put ALL the images in some directory other than inside the Voyager/SkyPictures directory, then you must ASSIGN SkyPictures: to where you decide to put the images. You must also delete or rename the SkyPictures drawer inside the Voyager drawer. Consult the manual for further info.
Note that prices can change and new products can be added to the list. If this document appears old, or if you just want to be safe, call for current pricing and availability before sending in an order.
Data Extension 1 : This disk contains two data files.
S75 - This is a binary file containing 17500 stars of mag 6.5 to 7.5. The data comes mostly from the SAO catalog. For each star the position, magnitude, spectral type, and SAO number are recorded. Using S75 with Voyager increases the stellar database to a total of about 27000 stars. ( SAO = Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory )
N3000 - This is a binary file containing 3200 deep sky objects brighter than magnitude 14. For each object the name, position, magnitude, type, and angular size are recorded. The data comes mostly from the NGC and IC catalogs. Using N3000 with Voyager increases the deepsky database to a total of about 4400 objects.
Data Extension 2 : This disk contains two data files.
S85A - This is a binary file containing 30700 stars of mag 7.5 to 8.5.
The data comes from the SAO catalog. For each star the position, magnitude, spectral type, and SAO number are recorded.
S85B - This is a binary file containing 30900 stars of mag 7.5 to 8.5.
The data comes from the SAO catalog. For each star the position, magnitude, spectral type, and SAO number are recorded. Using S85A and S85B with Voyager increases the stellar database to a total of about 90000 stars. ( SAO = Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory )
Data Extension 3 : This two disk set contains one data file on each disk.
S95A - This is a binary file containing 76900 stars of mag 8.5 to 9.5. The data comes from the SAO catalog. For each star the position, magnitude, spectral type, and SAO number are recorded.
S95B - This is a binary file containing 77000 stars of mag 8.5 to 9.5. The data comes from the SAO catalog. For each star the position, magnitude, spectral type, and SAO number are recorded.
Using S95A and S95B with Voyager increases the stellar database to a total of over 240000 stars. The stars in Data Extension 3 are not identified with information when selected in the current version. They are only plotted on the screen.
To use the Data 1 disk, you will need 1.5 megabytes of memory and two floppy drives. A hard disk is recommended. Copy S75 and N3000 to the SkyData directory. When the program is launched, Voyager will read the S75 and N3000 data files into memory .
To use the Data 2 disk, you will need 2.0 megabytes of memory and a hard disk. Copy S85A and S85B to the SkyData directory on your hard disk. A 68020 machine or better is recommended. When the program is launched, Voyager will read the S85A and S85B data files into memory.
To use the Data Extension 3 disks, you will need 2.0 megabytes of memory and a hard disk. Copy S95A and S95B to the SkyData directory on your hard disk. When the program is launched, Voyager will open the S95A and S95B data files on the disk and read the data as needed. The data is not loaded into memory so use it with narrower fields of view to speed disk access and screen redraws.
