Having difficulty to polar align, especially in Southern Hemisphere? We have a solution: SkyGuider Pro Camera Mount with built-in iPolar!

The redesigned SkyGuider^TM Pro mount head is more compact, small enough to fit on your palm, better precision, silent tracking, built-in rechargeable power source, ST-4 guiding port and camera trigger port. The improved precision polar scope maintains a fine engraved reticule, now features adjustable illumination with different brightness levels. Using with our iOS app, quick and accurate polar alignment is just a joy. The DEC mounting bracket allows you to balance a heavy camera and/or lens better, or even mount a light telescope. The optional 8408 hand controller allows you to check the Pole Star position for the polar alignment, slew the mount, adjust the guiding rate, change the mount settings and control the camera trigger.

This mount has an integrated electronic polar finder scope known as the iPolar. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole star is obscured. There are large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system; these large levers make it easy to snap the gears into place.

The SkyGuider^TM Pro 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. We have also added a quick slew mode with both forward and reverse to help quickly reframing your image without disrupting the cameras position.

We have made big improvements on the SkyGuider^TM Pro’s removable alt-azimuth base, which features a precision bubble level, degree markings for the altitude and a built in post for the azimuth control. You can also mount the SkyGuider^TM Pro head (without the base) directly to any standard photographic tripod with 1/4” or 3/8” threads.

The DEC mounting bracket package, which includes DEC mounting bracket, counterweight shaft, counterweight and Vixen-type dovetail saddle, makes the SkyGuide^TM Pro mount suitable for a heavier camera/lens system, even a lightweight telescope.

The SkyGuider^TM Pro is certainly a must have tool for any photographer interested in astroscape or wide field astrophotography.

Optional Extra's

Any standard photographic tripod.

Features

• All metal mechanical structure
• Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
• Payload 11 lbs (5kg) (balanced, with DEC mounting bracket, exclude CW)
• Silent tracking for smooth camera motion, perfect for long-term exposures
• Detachable alt-azi base with fine latitude and azimuth adjusters for easy polar alignment
• Includes iOptron iPolar^TM electronic polar scope
• 4 tracking speed (1X, 1/2X, solar and lunar). 1X celestial tracking for imaging the sky and stars; 1/2X tracking speed for imaging both the starry night and the landscapes at the same time
• Operation in both northern and southern hemisphere
• Quick slew (144X) for camera framing adjustment
• Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 20 hours of operation (20°C)
• Built-in ST-4 autoguiding port
• HBX port for external hand controller
• Micro USB port for power, charging and firmware upgrade
• Built-in shutter triggering port
• Padded carry bag included
• DEC mounting bracket
• Counterweight and CW shaft
• Vixen dovetail saddle for scope mounting
• Optional ball heads available separately (#3305A)
• Optional tripod (#3221)
• Optional Go2Nova® 8408 hand controller (#8408)
• Optional DSLR camera shutter trigger cable

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• SkyGuider^TM Pro camera mount
• Alt-azi base (installed)
• iPolar^TM electronic polar scope (installed)
• Micro USB charging cable
• Padded carry bag
• DEC mounting bracket w/ camera mounting disk
• 1.35kg counterweight
• CW shaft
• One Year Limited Warranty (90 day on battery)

Description

Upgraded from SkyTracker^TM, the SkyTracker Pro is more compact, small enough to fit on your palm, better precision, silent tracking, it even has a built-in rechargeable power source that runs for up to 24 hours of continuous operation. The improved precision polar scope maintains a fine engraved reticule, now features adjustable illumination with eight brightness levels. Using with our smart phone app, quick and accurate polar alignment is just a joy.

The SkyTracker^TM Pro features four tracking rates, 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape, solar and lunar. All 4 tracking rates work in both northern and southern hemispheres. We have also added a quick slew mode with both forward and reverse to help quickly reframing your image without disrupting the cameras position.

We have made big improvements on the SkyTracker^TM Pro’s removable alt-azimuth base, which features a precision bubble level, degree markings for the altitude and a built in post for the azimuth control. You can also mount the SkyTracker^TM Pro head (without the base) directly to any standard photographic tripod with 1/4” or 3/8” threads. The SkyTracker^TM Pro is certainly a must have tool for any photographer interested in astroscape or wide field astrophotography.

Optional Extra’s

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Features

• All metal structure with ABS covers
• Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
• Accepts cameras weighing up to 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
• Silent tracking for smooth camera motion, perfect for long-term exposures
• Detachable alt-azi base with fine latitude and azimuth adjusters for easy polar alignment
• Reversible mounting post for both 3/8” and 1/4” threaded ball head mounting
• Includes iOptron AccuAlign^TM dark-field illuminated polar scope
• Adjustable polar scope illumination with eight brightness levels
• 4 tracking speed (1X, 1/2X, solar and lunar). 1X celestial tracking for imaging the sky and stars;
• 1/2X tracking speed for imaging both the starry night and the landscapes at the same time
• Quick slew (180X max.) for camera framing adjustment
• Operation in both northern and southern Hemisphere
• Built-in rechargeable battery with Micro USB port for power and charging
• Upto 24 hours of operation (20°C)
• 1/4″ – 3/8” thread converter included
• Padded carry bag included
• Optional Ball head available separately
• Optional Tripod available separately
• Optional Counter weight balence kit available separately

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• SkyTracker^TM Pro camera mount
• Alt-azi base (installed)
• AccuAlign^TM dark field illuminated polar scope
• Brass 3/8” and 1/4” threaded ball head mounting post (installed)
• Padded carry bag
• Micro USB charging cable
• One Year Limited Warranty (90 days on battery)

Upgraded from SkyTracker, the new Pro version is more compact, small enough to fit on your palm, better precision, silent tracking, it even has a built-in rechargeable power source that runs for up to 24 hours of continuous operation. With built-in iPolar, quick and accurate polar alignment is just a joy.

The SkyTracker Pro features four tracking rates, 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape, solar and lunar. All 4 tracking rates work in both northern and southern hemispheres. We have also added a quick slew mode with both forward and reverse to help quickly reframing your image without disrupting the cameras position.

We have made big improvements on the SkyTracker Pro’s removable alt-azimuth base, which features a precision bubble level, degree markings for the altitude and a built in post for the azimuth control. You can also mount the SkyTracker Pro head (without the base) directly to any standard photographic tripod with 1/4” or 3/8” threads. The SkyTracker Pro is certainly a must have tool for any photographer interested in astroscape or wide field astrophotography.

Features:

• All metal structure with ABS covers
• Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
• Accepts cameras weighing up to 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
• Silent tracking for smooth camera motion, perfect for long-term exposures
• Detachable alt-azi base with fine latitude and azimuth adjusters for easy polar alignment
• Reversible mounting post for both 3/8” and 1/4” threaded ball head mounting
• Includes iOptron iPolarTM electronics polar scope
• 4 tracking speed (1X, 1/2X, solar and lunar). 1X celestial tracking for imaging the sky and stars; 1/2X tracking speed for imaging both the starry night and the landscapes at the same time
• Quick slew (180X max.) for camera framing adjustment
• Operation in both northern and southern Hemisphere
• Built-in rechargeable battery with Micro USB port for power and charging
• Up to 24 hours of operation (20°C)
• 1/4″ – 3/8” thread converter included
• Padded carry bag included
• Optional Ball head available separately
• Optional Tripod available separately
• Optional Counter weight balence kit available separately

Package Contents:

• SkyTrackerTM Pro camera mount
• Alt-Azi base (installed)
• iPolar electronics polar scope
• Brass 3/8” and 1/4” threaded ball head mounting post (installed)
• Padded carry bag
• Micro USB charging cable
• One Year Limited Warranty (90 days on battery)

Optron's ultra compact EQ/AZ GoTo mount -- introducing The SkyHunter Portable EQ/AZ

Fifteen years after releasing the innovational Cube AZ/EQ GoTo mount, the SkyHunter 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 Portable EQ/AZ 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.

(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
• Pier-extension (#8041)
• 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
• #8041 Pier extension
• One Year Limited Warranty (90 day on battery)

SPECIFICATIONS

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