Introducing the AZ Mount Pro featuring "level and go" intuitive GOTO setup
We call it "level and go", the term used to describe iOptron new AZ Mount Pro's simple set up routing. Using its built-in precision level indicator, the operator simply levels the mount and turns on the power; this capable computerized alt-azimuth telescope mount takes it from there. Utilizing the on board 32 channel GPS receiver and built-in position and angular detection sensors; the AZ mount Pro calculates its global position as well as the telescope orientation. Automatically the mount slews the instrument to an easily identifiable bright object in the night sky. The user need only confirm a bright object is in the center of the view, to activate tracking and GOTO functionality.
(Telescopes and secondary dovetail saddle not included)
Features
On board rechargeable lithium ion battery for up to 10 hours of use
33lb primary payload and 10lb secondary payload capacity, with a mount weighing only 13lbs
iPolarTM electronic polar scope additional adapter. This adapter only fit an iPolar camera with USB port on the side (#3339). It does not work with a SkyGuider Pro polar scope (#3339R) or an internal polar scope (#3339A)
Great asset for daylight IR-imaging with a digital camera lessening seeing effects
Improved contrast when utilized for lunar and planetary imaging
Darken twilight sky background, allowing images of moon and planets to be taken at dawn or dusk
Made with high-end glass: multi-coated with ion-assisted deposition technology to ensure scratch resistance and stability on the central wavelength
Filter cell made of lightweight, strong metal. CNC machined, sand-blasted, black anodized, then laser engraved.
Super thin filter cell with clear aperture of 26mm (for 1.25" version) or 44mm (2" version)
Can also be used for nature photography in the Near-IR, revealing stunning differences in plants, sky, and clouds (requires the use of a camera that is sensitive to IR above 670nm, such as a modified DSLR or webcam)
Presented in a high-quality filter box
Quickly capture dark frames to optimize photo quality
Opaque - blocks all light from the imaging camera sensor. Help remove dark currents - essential for astrophotography
Easily eliminate camera noise and hot pixels
Dark frame acquisition helps remedy such noise and "hot pixels" by canceling out these disruptive effects during image processing
Threaded and can be directly connected to your filter wheelfor fast conversion between different filters;
Made of metal for durability. High quality packing box includes foam-lined plastic case
It’s a very nice Alt/Az Mount. Very easy to use and gives good results most of the time. You need to take time to level the mount head well and balance your scope. Using. 25mm lens to begin with star and planetary alignment is good. Once centred it will track very well
ข้อดี: Simple to use, not too heavy, well constructed and seems rugged enough. Can be adapted to fit most tripods and piers. The built in battery is great. Tracking is precise and only needs tweaking when you GoTo another object. The data base is very impressive.
ข้อเสีย: IOptron needs to look into better finish on their products.. the side panels are plastic and are easily scratched and dented.. these should be made of cast aluminium. A Azmith clutch would be very useful.. it lacks this feature. Balancing scopes can be tricky at times. I had to fashion a counterweight bar and add counterweights to achieve proper balance. The Altitude clutch knobs are an extra they should be included in the price.