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iOptron's SkyHunter is an ultra compact EQ/AZ GoTo mount.

 Weighing in at only 2.9 lbs (including internal rechargeable battery), the SkyHunter is capable of supporting an 11 lb payload.

The SkyHunter mount features four tracking rates: 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape combined, solar and lunar. All 4 tracking rates work in both northern and southern hemispheres.

The SkyHunter mount can be controlled by an iOS or Android smart phone/tablet, or with an optional Go2 Nova hand controller (8410). The built in WiFi adapter also allows you to control the mount through ASCOM drivers, iOptron Commander, or Sky Safari.

Features

  • Specialized Grab N’ Go GOTO EQ/AZ mount
  • Mount weighs 2.9 lbs (1.3kg)
  • Payload 11 lbs (5kg) (balanced, exclude CW)
  • Dual-axis servomotors with optical encoders
  • Tracking speed: solar, lunar, 1X, 1/2X, S/N
  • Operation in both northern and southern hemisphere
  • Vixen dovetail saddle
  • Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of operation (20°C)
  • Built-in WIFI adapter for full ASCOM, iOptron CommanderTM and Sky Safari control
  • USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
  • Optional Go2Nova® 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology
  • Counterweight Shaft: Φ20X200mm with 3/8” thread, stainless steel
  • Counterweight: 3 lbs (1.35kg)
  • Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
  • Optional 1.25" Stainless steel tripod (#3221)
  • Optional carbon fiber tripod
  • Optional Pier-extension (#8041)
  • One year limited warranty on mount, 90 day for battery

PACKAGE CONTENTS

  • SkyHunterTM GOTO AZ mount
  • EQ base
  • Stainless steel counterweight shaft
  • 3 lb counterweight
  • MiniUSB charging cable
  • One Year Limited Warranty (90 day on battery)

Product Manuals

SkyHunter_QSG.pdf
SkyHunter_Manual.pdf

Tech Details: 

Mount Ultracompact GOTO EQ/AZ mount
Payload (Max.) 11 lbs (5kg), balanced
Mount weight 2.9 lbs (1.3kg) with battery
Structure material Metal frame structure
Motor drive Dual-axis DC servo motor with optical encoder
Transmission Synchronous belt
Tracking speed Solar, Lunar, Cel, 1/2 Cel, and N/S
Maximum slew speed 4.5°/sec (1080X)
Worm period 600 sec
RA/DEC worm wheel Φ77 mm, 144 teeth
Hand controller Yes (with optional 8410 HC)
Altitude adjustment range 0º ~ 80º
Azimuth adjustment range ±5º
Power Requirement Internal rechargeable battery
Battery type Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh
Duration of operation Up to 10 hours at 20ºC
Counterweigh Shaft Φ20mmX200mm, 3/8" thread, stainless steel
Counterweigh 3 lbs (1.3 kg)
Dovetail saddle Vixen-type
Body base connection Vixen dovetail, 3/8” socket
Power charge port MiniUSB (5V)
Wi-Fi Built-in
Communication port Yes (Wi-Fi and USB)
Firmware upgrade Yes (via USB port)
Operation Temperature -10ºC ~40ºC
Warranty One year limited (90 day on battery)

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