Skytracker PRO
Skytracker PRO
Skytracker PRO
Skytracker PRO
Skytracker PRO
Skytracker PRO
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Skytracker PRO

iOptronSKU: 3322
Price:
$324.99 CAD
Stock:
On Backorder — ships when available
  • Description
Introducing The SkyTracker Pro -- iOptron s next generation camera tracking device!

Check out the review by Astrobackyard.com https://astrobackyard.com/ioptron-skytracker-pro-review/

Upgraded from SkyTracker, the 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 over 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 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.

Mount

Ultra compact single axis EQ

Payload (MAX)

6.6 lbs (3kg)

Mount weight

685 gm with battery

Mount weight with base

1150 gm (2.53 lbs) with battery

Body material

Die-cast aluminum with ABS cover

RA shaft

25mm, steel

Worm wheel

74mm, 144 teeth aluminum alloy

Worm gear

11mm, brass

Worm period

600 sec

Bearing

4 pieces

Motor drive

DC servo

Tracking

R.A. automatic

Tracking speed

1X Cel, 1/2 Cel, solar, lunar, N/S

Fast slew speed

180X, forward and reverse

Polar sight hole

~ 8º FOV

Polar scope

6º FOV, dark field illuminated (8 adjustable intensity)

Power requirement

Internal rechargeable battery

Battery type

Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh

Duration of operation

Over 24 hours at 20ºC

Power charge port

Micro USB (5V), 80% charge in 5 hours

Body dimension

115x115x95 mm

Operation Temperature

-15~40ºC

Mounting ring

Ø53 mm, 3/8 or 1/4" post threads

Body-base connection

Vixen dovetail, 3/8 socket w/ 1/4 converter

Alt-Azi adjustable Base

Vixen style saddle, 3/8 socket (1/4" converter)

Latitude adjustment range

-30º ~ 65º (with Alt-azi base)

AZ adjustment range

±5°

Base diameter

80 mm

Warranty

One year limited (90 day on battery)




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