iOptron iEQ45 Computerized Equatorial Telescope Mount

iOptron iEQ45 Computerized Equatorial Telescope Mount
by iOptron
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Date first available at Amazon.com: July 13, 2011



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Review & Description

The iOptron iEQ45 Computerized Equatorial Mount is a beast! Boasting a 45 lb payload this baby is a great choice for mounting larger telescopes. Some key features of the iOptron iEQ45 Computerized Equatorial Mount include:

The iOptron iEQ45 is the first in a new breed of premium astro-imaging mounts from iOptron. The iOptron iEQ45 Computerized Equatorial Telescope Mount offers the next generation GoTo technology from iOptron with a built-in 32-bit GPS.

With a payload of 45 lbs. balanced this mount it comes standard with a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope and a sturdy 2-inch stainless steel tripod. Given it's payload this mount is surprisingly light at only 25 lbs. which makes it easy to move around.

Features:

* Specialized astrophotography mount ideal for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers Payload: 45 lbs * Mount weight: 25 lbs * Portable, compact, and sturdy German equatorial mount with the highest *Payload/Mount ratio (1.7) in the category * ST-4 autoguiding port capable of reverse guiding with auto-protection * Periodic error correction (PEC) * Ultra-accurate tracking with temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) * Gap-free structure for both R.A. and declination worms * Built-in 32-channel GPS * #8406 controller with Advanced GoTo Nova GoTo Technology and heating mechanism * Lowest working temperature: -20oC * RS232 port for mount firmware upgrade and ASCOM control * RS485 new command set completely open for user-defined control of the mount * Resolution: 0.09 arc second * Fits with both Vixen and Losmandy-type mounting plates * Two inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod legs * Optional pier. * Calibrated polar scope with dark-field illumination and easy polar alignment procedure, allowing for fast and accurate polar alignment * Comes standard with: 2 x 5kg counterweight, AC adaptor, 12V DC car plug adaptor, USB cable and RS232 Cabl

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3122 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: iOptron

Features

• Tough 45 lb weight capacity
• Sturdy 2' Steel Tripod Legs
• Vixen Dovetail Compatible
• Free Polar Finder For Easy Polar Alignment
• iOptron 8406 Go To Controller with 32 Bit GPS