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iOptron SkyHunter Portable AZ GOTO System

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Original price $749.00 - Original price $749.00
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$749.00
$749.00 - $749.00
Current price $749.00
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Optron's new ultra compact EQ/AZ GoTo mount -- introducing The SkyHunter Portable AZ

Fifteen years after releasing the innovational Cube AZ/EQ GoTo mount, the SkyHunter Portable AZ 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 1.3kg (including internal rechargeable battery), the SkyHunter is capable of supporting an 5kg payload in both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes. The SkyHunter 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 SkyHunter mount can be controlled by an iOS or Android SmartPhone/tablet, an optional 8410 hand controller, or a computer via ASCOM, INDI or embedded drive.

This version includes the iOptron counterweight, but not the EQ wedge

(PLEASE NOTE - telescopes shown are *not* included.)

MAIN FEATURES

  • Specialized Grab N’ Go GOTO EQ/AZ mount
  • Mount weighs 1.3kg
  • Payload 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 Commander and Sky Safari control
  • USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
  • Optional Go2Nova® 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology
  • Counterweight Shaft: Φ20X200mm with 3/8” thread, stainless steel
  • Counterweight: 3 lbs (1.35kg)
  • Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
  • 1.25" Stainless steel tripod (#3221)
  • Optional carbon fiber tripod
  • One year limited warranty on mount, 90 day for battery

PACKAGE CONTENTS

  • SkyHunter GOTO EQ/AZ mount
  • EQ base
  • Stainless steel counterweight shaft
  • 3 lbs counterweight
  • MiniUSB charging cable
  • #3221 Tripod
  • One Year Limited Warranty (90 day on battery)

SPECIFICATIONS

Mount Ultracompact GOTO EQ/AZ mount
Payload (Max.) 5kg, balanced
Mount weight 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 Φ77 mm, 144 teeth
Hand controller Yes (with optional 8410 HC)
Altitude adjustment range 0º ~ 80º
Azimuth adjustment range ±5º
Power Requirement Internal rechargeable battery
Battery type Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh
Duration of operation Up to 10 hours at 20ºC
Counterweigh Shaft Φ20mmX200mm, 3/8" thread, stainless steel
Counterweigh 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)
Tripod 3221 Stainless Steel, optional carbon fiber tripod
Optional Pier extension Φ80x190 mm
Operation Temperature -10ºC ~40ºC
Warranty One year limited (90 day on battery)