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Introducing The SkyTrackerTM Pro -- iOptron’s next generation camera tracking device!
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 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 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.
Only BLACK color available.
SkyTrackerTM Pro Assembly
SKyGuider Pro Instruction Video
Mount
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Ultra compact single axis EQ
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Payload (MAX)
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6.6 lbs (3kg)
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Mount weight
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685 gm with battery
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Mount weight with base
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1150 gm (2.53 lbs) with battery
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Body material
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Die-cast aluminum with ABS cover
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RA shaft
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Φ25mm, steel
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Worm wheel
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Φ74mm, 144 teeth aluminum alloy
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Worm gear
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Φ11mm, brass
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Worm period
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600 sec
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Bearing
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4 pieces
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Motor drive
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DC servo
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Tracking
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R.A. automatic
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Tracking speed
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1X Cel, 1/2 Cel, solar, lunar, N/S
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Fast slew speed
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180X, forward and reverse
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Polar sight hole
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~ 8º FOV
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Polar scope
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6º FOV, dark field illuminated (8 adjustable intensity)
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Power requirement
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Internal rechargeable battery
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Battery type
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Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh
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Duration of operation
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Up to 24 hours at 20ºC
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Power charge port
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MiniUSB (5V), 80% charge in 5 hours
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Body dimension
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115x115x95 mm
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Operation Temperature
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-15~40ºC
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Mounting ring
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Ø53 mm, 3/8” or 1/4" post threads
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Body-base connection
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Vixen dovetail, 3/8” socket w/ 1/4” converter
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Alt-Azi adjustable Base
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Vixen style saddle, 3/8” socket (1/4" converter)
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Latitude adjustment range
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-30º ~ 65º (with Alt-azi base)
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AZ adjustment range
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±5°
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Base diameter
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Φ80 mm
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Warranty
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One year limited (90 day on battery)
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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 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 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 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
- USB charging cable
- One Year Limited Warranty
(90 days on battery)
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