iOptron Minitower Pro Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo & Case

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2010-02-16T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Needs Better Assembly/Setup instructions

Why oh why is there no documention included? Online instructions for assembly leave off fact that if one removes the altitude lock (per installing counterweight) and scope is inserted in mount parallel to ground (5" ES refractor)if its not balanced watch it roll over. Very guickly. P.S. attach the Azimuth lock (not mentioned in quick setup.) No balancing instructions. Makes a nice unit a 1st time assembly P.I.T.A.

Cowboy J.

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iOptron Minitower Pro Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo/Case Specifications

  • Mount

    Dual AltAz Mount

  • OTA Connection

    Dovetail

  • Motor

    Dual-Axis DC Servomotor, DC 12V

  • Motor Speed

    Dual-Axis, 9-gear, Electric (1x,2x,8x,16x,64x,128x,256x,512x,Max)

  • GOTO Controller

    GOTONova

  • GPS

    32-Channel, Standard

  • Database

    130,000 Objects

  • USB Port

    Yes

  • Protocol

    ASCOM

  • Firmware Upgrade

    Yes

  • PC Computer Control

    Yes

  • Tripod

    2 inch Stainless Steel

  • Battery

    AA x 8(not included)

  • Payload

    30 lbs. and 10 lbs.

  • Case Weight

    10.56 lbs

About iOptron Minitower Pro Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo/Case

The iOptron MiniTower Pro has all the same, great technologies and features- just beefed up! So, you can still mount two scopes on- but now with more pay load. You can still track objects-only now the encoder resolution is six times finer. It comes in with a two-inch stainless-steel tripod that is much taller for easier viewing with large scopes.

The MiniTower Pro can easily be carried around in a car trunk or as an airline luggage. The whole system takes only 10 minutes to assemble. This unlimited portability, combined with the internal GPS, gives amateur astronomers extreme flexibility in selecting an observing location.

Equipped with the most advanced SmartStar GOTO technology, MiniTower Pro is one of the most powerful and accurate GOTO mounts. The standard 8401 hand controller offers the superb navigation experience with an 8 line LCD back-lit display, a 130,000 object database and a USB port for easy connection with ASCOM compliant PC planetarium programs.

With a typical GOTO accuracy of 1 arc minute and the SmartStar precision auto-tracking, the MiniTower Pro will consistently bring the celestial object of your choice to the center of the eye-piece and keep tracking for hours.

Powered with other features such as automatic over-current protection, automatic clutch protection for both axes, easy 3-point level adjustment, dual scope setup with two dovetails and much more, the MiniTower Pro is one of the most user-friendly GOTO mounts.

iOptron Minitower Pro Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo/Case Features

  • Adorama Valuable Bundle. Kit Includes.
  • iOptron Minitower Pro Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo Tripod and Case.

Key Features

  • Dual Scope setup with two dovetails
  • 2 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod legs
  • Tripod height with mount: 66 inches
  • Built-in 32-channel GPS
  • 8401 Controller w/ USB port & 130,000 objects in Database
  • High accuracy encoder

What's in the box:

  • iOptron Minitower Pro Alt-Azimuth Mount
  • Counterweight
  • AC Adaptor
  • 12V DC Car Plug Adaptor
  • USB Cable
  • Hard Case
  • iOptron USA Warranty