The SkyHunter Portable EQ/AZ GoTo System is iOptron's lightest and most compact full-function portable goto mount to date. Weighing only 2.9 pounds including internal rechargeable battery, the SkyHunter is capable of supporting an 11-pound payload in both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes. It features four tracking rates, 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape combined, solar, and lunar. All four tracking rates work in the northern and southern hemispheres. The SkyHunter mount can be controlled by an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet, an optional 8410 hand controller, or a computer via ASCOM, INDI or embedded drive.
- Specialized Grab N' Go GOTO EQ/AZ mount Mount weighs 2.9 lbs (1.3kg) Payload 11 lbs (5kg) (balanced, exclude CW) Dual-axis servomotors with optical encoders Tracking speed: solar, lunar, 1X, 1/2X, S/N Operation in both northern and southern hemisphere Vixen dovetail saddle Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of operation (20°C) Built-in WIFI adapter for full ASCOM, iOptron CommanderTM and Sky Safari control USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control Optional Go2Nova® 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology iPolar electronic polar scope Counterweight Shaft: Φ20X200mm with 3/8" thread, stainless steel Counterweight: 3 lbs (1.35kg) Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8" or 1/4" threads 1.25" Stainless steel tripod (#3221) Optional carbon fiber tripod Pier-extension (#8041) One year limited warranty on mount, 90 day for battery