{"product_id":"spectrum-optics-gx35-smart-equatorial-alt-az-mount-plus-imager","title":"Spectrum Optics GX35 Smart Equatorial\/Alt-Az Mount Plus Imager","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSpectrum Optics GX35 Smart Equatorial\/Alt-Az Mount Plus Imager\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Mount System with Worm Gear Drive and Built-In Imaging Camera\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple. Smart. Capable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Spectrum Optics \u003cstrong\u003eGX35\u003c\/strong\u003e is a portable, app-controlled mount designed for deep-sky astrophotography—without the steep learning curve. It’s the perfect choice for stargazers who want intelligent object finding, stable tracking, and clean long-exposure images… all without needing to touch a hand controller or align on a single star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its combination of reliable worm gear mechanics and the same integrated smart imaging camera found in the HX35, the GX35 gives you all the tools you need to start capturing the night sky on your first night out—just add your own telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCore Specs at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8.8 lbs (4 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePayload\u003c\/strong\u003e: 17.5 lbs (8 kg) without counterweight; 22 lbs (13 kg) with counterweight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Equatorial or Alt-Az\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRA Drive\u003c\/strong\u003e: Worm gear (144 teeth) + Synchronous Belt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDEC Drive\u003c\/strong\u003e: Worm gear + Synchronous Belt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTripod Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e: Standard 3\/8\"-16 threaded hole (tripod not included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Counterweight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 lbs with shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e: MirroSky App (iOS\/Android)—no hand controller or GPS needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mount, counterweight system, ED guidescope, Sony CMOS camera, cables, power supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePowered by the MirroSky Intelligent Astrosystem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike its harmonic sibling (the HX35), the GX35 uses the \u003cstrong\u003eMirroSky intelligent control system\u003c\/strong\u003e to eliminate the usual guesswork of polar alignment and star hopping. The included guidescope and camera automatically plate-solve your location, locking onto the night sky with pinpoint accuracy—no star alignment or GPS required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatesolves using the built-in camera\u003c\/strong\u003e for instant orientation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100,000-object database\u003c\/strong\u003e includes Messier, NGC, planets, and “Tonight’s Highlights”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully app-controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e from your smartphone or tablet—no additional accessories needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal-time feedback\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures your target is centered and tracked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo polar alignment required\u003c\/strong\u003e to start imaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorm Gear Drive for Smooth, Reliable Motion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GX35 uses \u003cstrong\u003etraditional worm gear + synchronous belt drive mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e on both the RA and DEC axes. While not a harmonic mount, this setup still delivers reliable performance for guided and unguided imaging with proper setup. The RA gear has \u003cstrong\u003e144 teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it fine movement and stable tracking ideal for most payloads under 22 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a payload range suited for small to mid-sized OTAs (especially compact refractors or RASAs), this is an ideal starter or travel mount for imagers who want smart functionality without the harmonic mount price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Imaging System + Guidescope\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBundled with the GX35 is a \u003cstrong\u003e53mm ED guidescope\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003eSony IMX662 (1\/2.8\", 2.4MP) CMOS camera\u003c\/strong\u003e built into the rear cell. 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