iOptron SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount with Polar Scope, Mount Only #3322

Description

iOptron SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount with Polar Scope, Mount Only
SKU: ATSTPRO
Mfr. Part: 3322
Item Includes
iOptron SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount with Polar Scope - Alt-azi Base (Installed) - AccuAlign Dark Field Illuminated Polar Scope - Brass 3/8 " and 1/4 " Threaded Ball Head Mounting Post (Installed) - Padded Carry Bag - Micro USB Charging Cable - (Ballhead Not Included 3305A) - iOptron 1 Year Limited Warranty
Description
Introducing The Skytracker Pro - iOptron's Next Generation Camera Tracking Device!
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 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 iOptron 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.
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 AccuAlign 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
Up to 24 hours of operation (20 deg. 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)
iOptron have also added a quick slew mode with both forward and reverse to help quickly reframing your image without disrupting the cameras position and 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.
Specifications
Mount
Ultra compact single axis EQ
Body material
Die-cast aluminum with ABS cover
RA shaft
25mm dia., steel
Worm wheel
74mm dia., 144 teeth aluminum alloy
Worm gear
11mm dia., 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
Approx. 8 deg. FOV
Polar scope
6 deg. FOV, dark field illuminated (8 adjustable intensity)
Power requirement
Internal rechargeable battery
Battery type
Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh
Duration of operation
Up to 24 hours at 20 deg. C
Power charge port
Micro USB (5V), 80% charge in 5 hours
Mounting ring
53mm (2.09") Dia., 3/8" or 1/4" post threads
Body-base connection
Vixen dovetail, 3/8" socket with 1/4" converter
Alt-Azi adjustable Base
Vixen style saddle, 3/8" socket
Latitude adjustment range
-30 - 65 deg. (with Alt-azi base)
AZ adjustment range
+/-5 deg.
Base diameter
80mm
Payload (Max.)
6.6lbs (2.99kg)
Operation Temperature
-15 to 40 deg. C (5 to 104 deg. F)
Dimensions
115 x 115 x 95mm (4.53 x 4.53 x 3.74")
Weight
Mount: 685g (24.16oz) with battery
Mount with base: 1150g (40.57oz) with battery
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