Release of LunarPhase Pro V2.30 Software

V2.30 of LunarPhase Pro has just been released. Full details of the software can be found at: http://www.lunarphasepro.com

LunarPhase Pro (for Win 98/Me/NT/2000/XP) is an observation planninf tool for the Moon as well as an interactive lunar atlas. By using the integrated tools and the general lunar data presented on screen, you'll be able to easily see when and where the moon is, its phase for any date, when it's above the horizon and plan for observing sessions.

The software is very easy to learn and use. Its simple, yet powerful features will provide you with the information you require.

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- LunarPhase Pro V2 CD $39.95
- LunarPhase Pro V2 Download [30Mb] $34.95
- Upgrade Option for Existing LunarPhase (Shareware) users
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A demo version of the software is available from: http://lunarphasepro.nightskyobserver.com/DemoDownload.htm

V2.30 Enhancements:
- Very High Resolution (VHR) Maps have been introduced into this version which show more surface detail when the maps are zoomed in. For a comparison graphic, see: http://lunarphasepro.nightskyobserver.com/mapresdiff.gif
- "Moon in the News" screen lists current news stories relating to the Moon. Needs an internet connection.

Previous V2.xx Enhancements:
- Label only those features along the terminator for easy identification
- The Moon's correct orientation as seen in the sky can now be displayed
- A Meteor Showers screen shows when the Moon interferes with possible observations of those showers.
- A Sun Rise & Set Positions screen shows the compass directions for the rising and setting Sun for the selected date
- A print facility has been added to the Crescent Moon Visibility screen.
- The constellation the Moon is in for the selected time and date is now displayed
- Previous and Next buttons allow navigation through the "Did You Know?" popup screen
- A new Feature Search screen that allows the database of over 9,200 features to be searched, based on different criteria. The results can be printed out.
- The Terminator Features list can be printed out, including any observation notes recorded (or preinstalled) for listed features.
- Find future times and dates for when lunar features are under the same illumination
- Over 9,200 lunar features are now included in the inbuilt database, including the Lunar 100
- Rukl Chart outlines can be overlaid on moon map
- Lists of features for each Rukl Chart can be viewed
- Emulate the view of the moon as seen through your own telescopes and eyepieces
- Record your own observation notes - many features come with preinstalled notes
- Link multiple images to specific lunar features
- Lunar Features are linked to an online lunar photographic atlas
- Different map textures can now be selected - 3 mineral, one gravity and a Clementine Near infra-red map.

Main Features:
- Main screen displays all the information you need at a glance
- View moon information for different times and dates
- Explore the moon's near and far sides using 2D and 3D moon maps
- Lunar maps are fully corrected for libration
- Maps can be panned, zoomed and printed out
- Identify features on maps or from dropdown lists with a simple mouse-click, by clicking on the maps directly or from user-configurable labels that can be displayed on the maps
- Displays a list of terminator features that is updated in real time
- Animate the moon showing libration effects and a traveling terminator
- Monthly Libration diagrams for determining the best limb-features to view
- Moon visibility diagrams show when the moon is visible from your location
- Tells you when First Cresent Visibility occurs (after new moon) and for how long it's visible in the sky
- Displays times of sunrise and sunset at lunar features as seen from your location
- Calculates circumstances of lunar eclipses
- Lists Max. and min. Apogee and Perigee dates and distances for a selected year range
- Monthly phase diagrams - Links to online lunar web resources
- Configure the display to match the view through your telescope/binoculars
- Displays sun rise/set times and twilight times for your location
- Dates of Equinoxes and Solstices and duration of seasons
- Store multiple observing locations
- Print out diagrams, maps and calendars