With a head design and precise synchronous belt transmission that improve tracking accuracy with reduced vibration, the iOptron CEM26 GoTo EQ Mount with Tripodmakes an ideal mount for your astronomy and astrophotography needs when using small to medium refractors, reflectors, or Cassegrain optical tubes. Its combination of powerful computer hand controller, traditional polar alignment scope, and integrated Wi-Fi module, you will spend less time aligning your mount and more time enjoying the wonders of the universe. In addition to the mount head, you also get a solid, yet stable, stainless steel tripod to support your gear.

Motorized Computer-Controlled EQ Mount    Go2Nova 8409 Computer Controller    212,000-Object Database    Multiple Assisted Alignment Procedures    Permanent Periodic Error Correction    Built-In Wi-Fi Module    Accualign Polar Finder Scope    Vixen-Style Dovetail Saddle    26-Pound Payload Capacity    1.5" Stainless Steel Tripod with Tray

• Ideal for small to medium sized refractors, reflectors, and Cassegrain optical tubes
• German equatorial configuration provides smooth and accurate single axis celestial tracking for observation and astrophotography
• Center-balanced "Z" design places weight over the mount's center of gravity to provide greater stability, smoother movement, and quieter running while requiring less counterweight
• <±10 arcsec of periodic error that can be trained out over time with PEC function on hand controller
• 26-pound payload capacity, excluding included counterweight
• 0-60° latitude; ±6° azimuth adjustment range
• Built-in Wi-Fi module allows you to control the mount via smartphones running controller app
• 3.8" Vixen-style dovetail saddle
• Retractable counterweight bar prevents hitting the tripod or otherwise interfering with the mount's movement; 10-pound counterweight included
• 1.5" stainless steel adjustable-height tripod with leg-spreader/accessory tray

• Synchronous belt transmission improves tracking accuracy, with reduced vibration, especially with heavy loads
• Less than ±10 arcsec periodic tracking error
• 1.8° stepper motor with 128x microdivision
• 88mm, 144-tooth right ascension (RA) and declination (dec) worm wheels with zero backlash
• 55mm RA and declination ball bearings provide smooth movement with minimal vibration
• 35mm steel RA and dec axis shafts
• RA and declination gear switches release the gears for balancing OTA
• 0.17 arcsec (200 pulse/sec) motor resolution
• Low-power consumption: 0.5A (tracking), 0.8A (using GoTo)
• Runs on included 12 VDC 5A power adapter; plugs into a standard 110-240 VAC North American outlet

• 212,000 object database includes the moon, sun, planets, stars, comets, asteroids, and constellations
• Multiple assisted alignment procedures use the iPolar electronic polar finder
• Slew speeds: 1x, 2x, 8x, 16x, 64x, 128x, 256x, 512x, MAX (6°/sec)
• Permanent periodic error correction eliminates tracking errors for long-exposure astrophotography
• Automatic tracking rate based on the selected object being tracked
• ASCOM-compatible computer control with planetarium software via integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
• Serial port for firmware upgrade
• Adjustable key and display brightness
• 8-line/21-character LCD screen; backlit 19-button user interface

• Factory installed in the altitude axis of the mount
• Helps you quickly and accurately equatorially align your mount without an external device
• Two sets of three concentric circles are clearly marked for aligning the mount on Polaris in the northern hemisphere or Sigma Octantis in the southern

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I have a standard camera tripod dovetail plate at hand, do I need anything else to attach my camera to this mount?

A: Yes as long as it's a standard Vixen-Style Dovetail Saddle that is all you need.

Q: 2. Hello, what's the weight of the package of the iOptron SkyHunter Portable AZ GoTo Mount with EQ Base and iPolar Scope? Thanks.

A: Mount weighs 2.9 lbs (1.3kg) Payload 11 lbs (5kg) (balanced, exclude CW)

Q: 3. What is the manufacture date for this G11, and does it include Gemini-2 "Mini" goto controller?

A: We have the latest version with the Mini controller.

Q: 4. once polar alignment has been established can the iPolar be removed from the mount?

A: Yes, it is possible to remove the iPolar from the iOptron SkyHunter Portable EQ/AZ GoTo System with iPolar after alignment has been achieved.

Q: 5. Are all brands of ballheads compatible to attach to DEC Bracket?

A: Mounting the iOptron SkyGuider Pro EQ Camera Mount BH #IO3550 • MFR #3550 to the tripod legs or to a tripod head requires a universal 3/8"-16 Female (1/4"-20 Female with Included Adapter), Vixen-Type Plate.

Q: 6. Built in wi fi. So my laptop can control the mount and not use the hand control. ??

A: According to iOptron the Built-in Wi-Fi module allows you to control the mount via smartphones running controller app. Do not know if your laptop can download apps.

Q: 7. In his instructional video, Peter Zelinka recommends removing any "plates" from telephoto lenses and attaching the lens using the lens collar foot only. Any thoughts on this?

A: In principle it is a good choice. Using the lens collar allows addition adjustments to the lens.

Q: 8. Are the motors tucked in this version?

A: The motor and gears of the Losmandy G-11 GFT are internal.

Q: 9. will this work with a Benro 3 way geared head?

A: The iOptron SkyGuider Pro EQ Camera Mount BH #IO3550 • MFR #3550 will work on any tripod legs with a 3/8"-16 stud or any tripod head with a 1/4"-20 stud.

Q: 10. Can it be mounted on CGEM tripod?

A: I don't think so and I don't know why you would want to. It's going to perform best as a complete design. The legs that come with it are rock solid and the it has individual bubble levels for E/W and N/S instead of one of those maddening 'central bubble' levels on my other mount.Also, if you're going to use the Gemini 2 control system, the mounting bracket for that is on the top part of the tripod legs.