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iOptron |
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GOTO Altazimuth Mounts, Optical Assemblies , and
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iOptron Versa 108mm Apochromatic doublet Refractor |
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Optical Clarity
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Enhanced by the world's most advanced optical design and
cutting-edge optical processing, this double air-spaced
108mm Apochromatic doublet refractor offers a versatile
platform that delivers exceptional performance for both
visual observing and astrophotography. With outstanding
colour correction and crisp imaging you'll be able to
view beautiful images through your eyepiece, CCD camera,
or DSLR camera.
Also includes a field flattener - not normally sold with
this class of OTAs.
Model #6102
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iOptron Minitower GOTO Altazimuth Mount |
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The Minitower is the perfect combination of
performance and portability!
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Born out of the popular iOptron Cube, the Minitower is
the ultimate observing solution for people who are
searching for a well-performing yet portable GOTO
telescope mount to counter light-pollution in their
backyards and for travel convenience. With a standard
payload of 25lbs (11.3 kgs) , a rock solid 1.5"
alloy/stainless steel tripod, metal worm and gear and
two dovetail adapters -- The Minitower is capable of
handling most OTAs.
Model #8300
Features:
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Precision engineered altazimuth mount |
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25 + 8 lbs (11.3 + 3.6 kgs) payload |
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Highly portable - all components in one carry
case |
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Dual-scope setup |
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Metal worm and gear / tapered bearings |
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Full-height stainless steel tripod with sturdy
1.5" Ø legs |
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SmartStar(r) GOTO Technology |
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Internal GPS |
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130,000 object database |
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ASCOM/planetarium program compatible |
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Easy 3-point level adjustment |
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Automatic over-current protection |
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Automatic clutch protection |
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included: Counterweight, AC adaptor, 12V DC
car-plug adaptor, USB cable & hard carry case |
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iOptron iEQ45 GOTO Altazimuth Mount |
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The iEQ45
Worth its weight
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The iEQ45 is the first in a new breed of premium astro-imaging
mounts from iOptron. The iEQ45 offers the next generation
GoTo technology from iOptron --not to mention
built-in 32bit GPS. With a payload of 45lbs (20.4kgs)
balanced - it comes standard with a calibrated dark field
illumination polar scope and sturdy 2" stainless steel
tripod legs. It also fits both Vixen and Losmandy-type
mounting plates. It's lighter weight (only 25lbs / 11.3kgs)
makes it much easier to carry. Priced affordably - the iEQ45
is definitely worth its weight in gold.
Model #8000 |
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iOptron iEQ75-GT GOTO Mount |
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The iEQ75-GT
At 0.3 its nearly
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The iEQ75-GT is a one-of-a-kind premium CNC-machined astro-imaging
mount from iOptron. The iEQ75-GT offers the next generation
of GOTO technology from iOptron plus a tracking error of
only 0.3 arc seconds realized by a Renishaw high resolution
encoder-enabled double closed loop tracking, driven by a
precision DC servo motor. No other mount comes close to
this! The iEQ75-GT has a payload of 75lbs (34kgs) and
includes a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope.
Its unique base design makes it easy for just one person to
carry to location. With a tracking error of only 0.3 - the
iEQ75-GT is nearly perfect.
Model #8700 |
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Product ID |
Product |
Price |
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IO8500 |
Smartstar-E |
$315 |
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IO8502 |
Smartstar-E R80 |
$400 |
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IO8503 |
Smartstar-E N114 |
$428 |
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IO8504 |
Smartstar-E MC90 |
$564 |
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IO8501 |
1#
Stainless Steel Tripod |
$61 |
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IO8800 |
Smartstar-G |
$423 |
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IO8802 |
Smartstar-G R80 |
$507 |
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IO8803 |
Smartstar-G N114 |
$558 |
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IO8804 |
Smartstar-G MC90 |
$676 |
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IO8600 |
Smartstar-A |
$485 |
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IO8602 |
Smartstar-A R80 |
$564 |
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IO8603 |
Smartstar-A N114 |
$586 |
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IO8604 |
Smartstar-A MC90 |
$721 |
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IO8601 |
1”
ALT AZI / EQ STAINLESS STEEL TRIPOD |
$71 |
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IO8606 |
1.5
KG COUNTER WEIGHT |
$27 |
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IO8200 |
CUBE PRO |
$649 |
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IO8300 |
MINI TOWER |
$1,250 |
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IO8100 |
MINI TOWER PRO |
$1,861 |
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IO8419 |
SMARTSTAR -PR |
$846 |
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IO8400 |
GOTO NOVA
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DUAL-AXIS MOTOR KIT |
$552 |
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IO8401 |
GOTO NOVA
CONTROLLER 130,000 OBJECTS |
$236 |
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IO8402G |
GOTO NOVA
CONTROLLER 50,000 OBJECTS |
$185 |
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IO8402A |
GOTO NOVA
CONTROLLER 80,000 OBJECTS |
$214 |
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IO8403 |
GOTO NOVA
CONTROLLER 5,000 OBJECT |
$162 |
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IO8411 |
GPS
MODULE |
$236 |
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IO8415 |
CONTROLLER CABLE |
$22 |
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IO8416 |
USB
CABLE |
$32 |
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IO8417 |
AC
ADAPTER |
$46 |
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IO8418 |
12V
CAR RECHARGER AND CABLE |
$32 |
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IO8420 |
GREEN LASER POINTER |
$67 |
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IO8422 |
DOVETAIL PLATE (FITS ALL IOPTRON MOUNTS) |
$33 |
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IO8423 |
SOFT CARRY BAG (FOR SMARTSTAR PRODUCTS) |
$50 |
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Designed around a series of computerised
"GO TO"
mounts, the
iOptron
basic range offers a selection of 80mm x
400mm Refractor, 114mm x 1,000mm Reflector and 90mm x
1,200mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes. All come with two
eyepieces. They make ideal first telescopes, but can also
appeal to those after a portable "travel scope", who might
already own a large telescope that may be difficult to take
on holiday or to a dark sky site.
The mount is known as
"The Cube"™,
and is an Alt-Azimuth drive module
that is supplied with tripod and very easy-to-use hand
control. Telescopes are attached to The Cube by a standard
dovetail fitting, so many other OTAs (Optical Tube
Assemblies) can be carried. Power is by 8 customer-supplied
AA batteries or the supplied mains adapter. An optional car
lead is available.
Any of the three optical tubes listed above can be
supplied with any of the three versions of The Cube. Either
supplied as mount only, or with optics, they all carry the
name
SmartStar™.
SmartStar E: Entry-level model,
includes adjustable-height tripod and
GoToNova™
hand controller. Assembly is
straightforward, and entering start-up information into the
hand controller a breeze. Once all the information is
entered, the user can then choose from the 5,000 objects in
the database (about half will be above the horizon at any
one time) and ask the telescope to "go to" that object. It
could be a planet, galaxy, double star, nebula or many
others. Once the motors have guided the telescope to that
object, it will follow it until the next object is chosen.
The user can press buttons on the controller to move the
scope around independent of the goto facility.
SmartStar G : Having built-in
32-channel
GPS, the G series automatically
downloads time, date, and the precise viewing location, to
make the start up procedure even simpler. Additionally, the
hand control features a
USB port
for control of the telescope through
your laptop or PC, and the data base is expanded to 50,000
objects.
SmartStar A : The A series keeps
the GPS, but adds the ability for The Cube to be angled over
to work as an equatorial mount. The main advantage of this
function is to allow long exposure photography through the
telescope, something that is difficult with an alt-azimuth
mount. Photography of the sky through a camera and its own
lens is possible too, with a suitable adapter between The
Cube and the camera. The data base is expanded further to
80,000 objects, plus another 256 objects selected by the
user can be added.
Intended for the more advanced user are two developments
of The Cube, usually sold as mount only.
The Cube
Pro keeps the GPS and USB
facility, with the data base now running to 130,000 objects.
It can carry an OTA of 6kg, has a 1.5kg counterweight,
all-metal worm/gear components and clutch protection.
The Mini
Tower is a larger, heavier unit,
but retains the Cube Pro main features. It can carry a 12kg
tube assembly, with a further 4kg OTA riding out the other
side, acting as a counterweight. If this is not needed, the
supplied counterweight is attached, instead. The tripod has
38mm diameter stainless steel legs and a precision levelling
system for the drive. High pointing and drive accuracy are
obtained through metal bearings and gears. A fitted
aluminium case is supplied for the drive and attachments.
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For more information on iOptron products, please
contact AEC or download the iOptron 2010 Fall Catalogue to
view the entire range iOptron products currently available
Click Here to download iOptron 2010 Fall Catalogue.PDF (8mb)
Click
HERE to visit the iOptron Website
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