iOptron

iOptron SkyHunterTM Portable EQ/AZ GOTO Mount (OPEN BOX)

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SKU: OPENBX010303
$479.00 CAD

Product details

  • SKU OPENBX010303
Description

iOptron's new ultra compact EQ/AZ GoTo mount -- introducing The SkyHunterTM!

Fifteen years after releasing the innovational CubeTM AZ/EQ GoTo mount, the SkyHunterrTM takes the next step toward perfection. It is the lightest and most compact full function portable goto mount in iOptron's exceptional history. Weighing in at only 2.9 lbs (including internal rechargeable battery), the SkyHunter TM is capable of supporting an 11 lbs payload in both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes.

The SkyHunterTM mount features four tracking rates, 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape combined, solar and lunar. All 4 tracking rates work in both northern and southern hemispheres.

The SkyHunterTM mount can be controlled by a SkySafari 6 Plus or later on an iOS or Android smart phone/tablet, an optional 8410 hand controller, or a computer via ASCOM, INDI or embedded drive.


First Light of SkyHunter (photo by Todd Bush ‱ bushphoto.com)
M42 & M31 were tracked with the new SkyHunter using an AstroTech72EDII on a Nikon Z6. (single 30 second exposures, 433mm EFL f6)

MoonShine EarthShine (AstroTech72EDII, Nikon Z50+TC16a, 1032mm f9 1/160th sec ISO100 for MoonShine, 1032mm f9 6 seconds ISO100 for EarthShine)


Features
  • Specialized Grab N’ Go GOTO EQ/AZ mount
  • Mount weighs 2.9 lbs (1.3kg)
  • Payload 11 lbs (5kg) (balanced, exclude CW)
  • Dual-axis servomotors with optical encoders
  • Tracking speed: solar, lunar, 1X, 1/2X, S/N
  • Operation in both northern and southern hemisphere
  • Vixen dovetail saddle
  • Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of operation (20°C)
  • Built-in WIFI adapter for full ASCOM, iOptron CommanderTM and Sky Safari control
  • USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
  • Optional Go2NovaÂź 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVAÂź GOTO Technology
  • Counterweight Shaft: Ί20X200mm with 3/8” thread, stainless steel
  • Counterweight: 3 lbs (1.35kg)
  • Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
  • Optional 1.25" Stainless steel tripod (#3221)
  • Optional carbon fiber tripod
  • Optional Pier-extension (#8041)


PACKAGE CONTENTS
  • SkyHunterTM GOTO EQ/AZ mount
  • EQ base
  • Stainless steel counterweight shaft
  • 3 lbs counterweight
  • MiniUSB charging cable

 

 

 

Mount Ultracompact GOTO EQ/AZ mount
Payload (Max.) 11 lbs (5kg), balanced
Mount weight 2.9 lbs (1.3kg) with battery
Structure material Metal frame structure
Motor drive Dual-axis DC servo motor with optical encoder
Transmission Synchronous belt
Tracking speed Solar, Lunar, Cel, 1/2 Cel, and N/S
Maximum slew speed 4.5°/sec (1080X)
Worm period 600 sec
RA/DEC worm wheel Ί77 mm, 144 teeth
Hand controller Yes (with optional 8410 HC)
Altitude adjustment range 0Âș ~ 80Âș
Azimuth adjustment range ±5Âș
Power Requirement Internal rechargeable battery
Battery type Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh
Duration of operation Up to 10 hours at 20ÂșC
Counterweigh Shaft Ί20mmX200mm, 3/8" thread, stainless steel
Counterweigh 3 lbs (1.3 kg)
Dovetail saddle Vixen-type
Body base connection Vixen dovetail, 3/8” socket
Autoguiding ASCOM compatible
Power charge port MiniUSB (5V)
Wi-Fi Built-in
Communication port Yes (Wi-Fi and USB)
Firmware upgrade Yes (via USB port)
Operation Temperature -10ÂșC ~40ÂșC