{"product_id":"jmi-ascom-compatible-motofocus-deluxe-meade-sct-round-knob","title":"JMI ASCOM Compatible MotoFocus Deluxe for Meade SCTs with Round Knob","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe JMI ASCOM Compatible MotoFocus Deluxe for Meade SCTs with Round Knob is a motorized focusing accessory for compatible Meade SCT telescopes. It is part of the Event Horizon focuser family and is intended for software-supported electronic focusing through ASCOM-compatible astronomy applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model is best for Meade SCT users with a compatible round focus knob who want computer-controlled focusing for imaging, planetary capture, or remote operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASCOM support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for use with compatible ASCOM focuser control software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeade SCT application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for compatible Meade Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes with round focus knobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotorized focusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces manual touch during focusing and imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvent Horizon family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed by Farpoint with its ASCOM-compatible Event Horizon focuser products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeade SCT imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic focusing for compatible Meade SCT telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary and lunar capture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine focus control without shaking the telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-sky imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASCOM-compatible focusing for capture software workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis version is for Meade SCTs with a round knob. Confirm the focuser knob shape and telescope model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRound knob version:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not choose this item for hexagonal-knob Meade SCTs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot universal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatibility depends on the specific telescope and focuser configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASCOM setup required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Software configuration may be required for computer control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct weight not listed:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vendor collection page did not expose reliable product weight data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this for Meade SCTs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This version is listed for Meade SCTs with a round focus knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this ASCOM compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The vendor collection identifies MotoFocus Deluxe Event Horizon focusers as supporting ASCOM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from the hexagonal knob version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model is for Meade SCTs with a round focus knob. Use the hexagonal knob version only when that matches the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should this product not be recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not recommend this product if the customer has a hexagonal focus knob or an unconfirmed Meade SCT configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOntario Telescope recommends this MotoFocus Deluxe model for Meade SCT users who have confirmed they need the round knob version and want ASCOM-compatible motorized focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FarpointAstro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297225138287,"sku":null,"price":513.66,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/farpoint-jmi-motofocus-deluxe-meade-round-knob-main_1044fcde-5e2b-4c26-bf74-8ada6889b5e0.jpg?v=1781725060","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/jmi-ascom-compatible-motofocus-deluxe-meade-sct-round-knob","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}