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 he 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.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
- Whisper quiet low-power consumption stepper motors
- Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller featuring 212K+ object library with an 8 line illuminated LCD screen
- Zero backlash driver system
- Built-in WIFI adapter for full ASCOM, iOptron CommanderTM and Sky Safari wireless control
- Serial port for computer control and firmware upgrades
- Retractable counter weight shaft
- Position memorization at power interruption
- Die-cast aluminum body
- 3-Point easy level adjustment
- 6 inch dual dovetail saddle (Losmandy/Vixen styles)
- Stands a mere 10 inches tall (mount head only)
- Built-in 32-channel GPS receiver
- Automatic position and angular detection sensors
- Aluminum Hard Case
The iOptron LiteRoc tripod is a newly developed tripod which is as light as possible but as sturdy as necessary. It, therefore, fits in well with other transportable mounts for mobile observers and astrophotographers. The LiteRoc tripod has a sturdier socket for its extending tripod legs and a larger locking lever compared to its predecessor. The upper tripod legs have a diameter of 45mm (1.75”) and the lower section, one of 38mm (1.5”). This makes the extending legs just as strong as the legs on the earlier 2” tripod. Due to the upper part’s narrower design, the LiteRoc is lighter.
Our expert comment:
You can read an extensive review of the AZ Pro here:
http://www.ianmorison.com/the-ioptron-range-of-alt-az-minitower-mounts/
The author, Ian Morison, is a well-known British amateur astronomer with many years of practical experience.
(Jan Ströher)
