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iOptron SkyTracker PRO DSLR camera mount with polar scope
Introducing The SkyTrackerTM Pro
Upgraded from SkyTrackerTM, 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 SkyTrackerTM 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 SkyTrackerTM 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 SkyTrackerTM Pro head (without the base) directly to any standard photographic tripod with 1/4” or 3/8” threads. The SkyTrackerTM Pro is certainly a must have tool for any photographer interested in astroscape or wide field astrophotography.
SkyTracker really produces results fast: Customers regularly take astounding long exposure images with the SkyTracker, showing pinpoint stars and maximum detail. Even faint structure in deepsky objects is within your grasp. For example, see this amazing SkyTracker image of a spring galaxy cluster taken by UK Astro Photographer Francis Milsom. This shot clearly reveals detail within spiral galaxies with a DSLR camera and 100mm lens!
- Android Polar Alignment app now available for iOptron polar alignment here. (opens new window)
- iPhone Polar Alignment App for iOptron polar scope available here. (opens new window)
Download a PDF instruction manual for the iOptron SkyTracker PRO here (Opens new window).
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 AccuAlignTM 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
Over 24 hours of operation (20°C)
1/4" – 3/8” thread converter included
Padded carry bag included
Optional ball heads available separately (#3305A)
Optional tripod (#3221)
Optional counterweight balance kit (#3324)
PACKAGE CONTENTS:
SkyTrackerTM Pro camera mount
Alt-azi base (installed)
AccuAlignTM 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
Technical Specifications:
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 Φ25mm, steel
Worm wheel Φ74mm, 144 teeth aluminum alloy
Worm gear Φ11mm, 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 Φ80 mm
Warranty One year limited (90 day on battery)
Communities:
To find out more about astro photography with the SkyTracker as well as it's larger siblings, the iEQ30 and iEQ45 mounts, we suggest joining the existing iOptron Imaging Yahoo User Group: Click here to join the iOptron Imaging Mount User Group
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