iOptron SkyHunter AZ mobile GoTo mount for observation

iOptron SkyHunter - GoTo Travel Mount for Observation

Weighing only 1.3 kg (mount head without tripod and without counterweight), the SkyHunter is also suitable for air travel. The mount is designed for compact telescopes up to 5 kg (with camera). High-quality servo motors with optical encoders guarantee a clean tracking. The mount fits on any good photo tripod.

GoTo saves the tedious locating of the objects

The SkyHunter already offers automatic object positioning (GoTo). It is operated via smartphone or tablet using iOS and Adroid operating systems. ASCOM and INDI are also supported. With the built-in WiFi adapter, control can be realized via ASCOM, iOptron Commander or Sky Safari. Those who want to be independent from the smartphone but still want the GoTo function can achieve this with the optional # 8410 handheld controller.

Versatile use

The SkyHunter comes with a sturdy stainless steel tripod and a pier extension. This allows the mount to show its full potential in terms of stability. However, the mount can also be mounted on good photo tripods without any problems. This is ideal for air travel.

The instruments are attached via a practical Vixen/EQ5 style quick coupling. Suitable dovetail bars, e.g. also for 1/4" photo connection, can be found in the accessories section.

Question:
Is it normal that when I loosen the R.A. axis, everything starts to tilt, or if I open it further, the dovetail bar at the bottom can loosen completely?

Answer from Teleskop-Service:
If you loosen the R.A. (or Az) clamp a little too much, the short dovetail bar at the bottom will fall out. This means that when everything is mounted, the mount head with the telescope will fall down. The R.A. clamp must therefore only be loosened slightly (max. 1 turn).

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