About this product
Model: iop_skytracker_pro
Part Number: 3322
NEW updated SkyTracker Pro!
The SkyTracker Pro is a useful ultra-compact mount for photographers interested in astro-scapes or wide-field astrophotography.
This new, updated Pro model offers higher precision, silent tracking, and a built-in rechargeable power source that can run for up to 24 hours of continuous operation.
The precision polar scope has also been improved. It has the usual fine-engraved reticule but now features adjustable illumination with eight brightness levels. Used with iOptron's smartphone app, quick and accurate polar alignment is a breeze.
Built around an all-metal structure with ABS covers for enhanced stability.
The SkyTracker Pro features four tracking rates: 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape, and solar and lunar. All four work in both the northern and southern hemispheres. iOptron has also added a quick slew mode with both forward and reverse, so you can easily reframe your image without disrupting the camera's position.
iOptron has a significantly improved removable alt-azimuth base, which features a convenient bubble level, degree markings for altitude, and a built-in post for azimuth control. You can also mount the SkyTracker Pro head (without the base) directly to any standard photographic tripod with 1/4” or 3/8” threads.
NOTE: The tripod, Ball Head, and Counterweight Kit shown in the photos are not included but can be purchased separately.
FEATURES
- All metal structure with ABS covers
- Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
- Accepts cameras weighing up to 3kg (6.6lbs)
- Silent tracking for smooth camera motion, perfect for long-term exposures
- Detachable alt-azi base with fine latitude and azimuth adjusters for easy polar alignment
- Reversible mounting post for both 3/8” and 1/4” threaded ball head mounting
- Includes iOptron AccuAlign dark-field illuminated polar scope
- Adjustable polar scope illumination with eight brightness levels
- 4 tracking speed (1X, 1/2X, solar and lunar). 1X celestial tracking for imaging the sky and stars; 1/2X tracking speed for imaging both the starry night and the landscapes at the same time
- Quick slew (180X max.) for camera framing adjustment
- Operation in both the northern and southern Hemisphere
- Built-in rechargeable battery with Micro USB port for power and charging
- Up to 24 hours of operation (20°C)
- 1/4" – 3/8” thread converter included
- Padded carry bag included
- Optional ball head (#3305A)
- Optional tripod (#3221)
- Optional counterweight balance kit (#3324)
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What's in the box
- SkyTracker Pro camera mount
- Alt-azi base (installed)
- AccuAlign dark field illuminated polar scope
- Brass 3/8” and 1/4” threaded ball head mounting post (installed)
- Padded carry bag
- Micro USB charging cable
Specifications
| Mount | Ultra compact single axis EQ |
| Payload (MAX) | 6.6 lbs (3kg) |
| Mount weight | 685 gm with battery |
| Mount weight with base | 1.15kg (2.53lbs) with battery |
| Body material | Die-cast Aluminium with ABS cover |
| RA shaft | Φ25mm, steel |
| Worm wheel | Φ74mm, 144 teeth Aluminium alloy |
| Worm gear | Φ11mm, brass |
| Worm period | 600 sec |
| Bearing | 4 pieces |
| Motor drive | DC servo |
| Tracking | R.A. automatic |
| Tracking speed | 1X Cel, 1/2 Cel, solar, lunar, N/S |
| Fast slew speed | 180X, forward and reverse |
| Polar sight hole | ~ 8º FOV |
| Polar scope | 6º FOV, dark field illuminated (8 adjustable intensity) |
| Power requirement | Internal rechargeable battery |
| Battery type | Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh |
| Duration of operation | Up to 24 hours at 20ºC |
| Power charge port | Micro USB (5V), 80% charge in 5 hours |
| Body dimension | 115x115x95 mm |
| Operation Temperature | -15~40ºC |
| Mounting ring | Ø53 mm, 3/8” or 1/4" post threads |
| Body-base connection | Vixen dovetail, 3/8” socket w/ 1/4” converter |
| Alt-Azi adjustable Base | Vixen style saddle, 3/8” socket (1/4" converter) |
| Latitude adjustment range | -30º ~ 65º (with Alt-azi base) |
| AZ adjustment range | ±5° |
| Base diameter | Φ80 mm |
| Warranty | One year limited (90 day on battery) |
Downloads / Manuals
Manual:
Instruction Manual YouTube Assembly Instructions
Customer reviews
| Average Rating (1 Review): | |
20 September 2019 | Alister
Bought this to use with my carbon fibre tripod for maximum portability and it does a great job. I managed to get pin point stars taking 300 sec subs using my Samyang 85mm lens.
I like the new Black model which matches the rest of my gear. Highly recommend if you want greater portability for Widefield Astrophotography.
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