Belonging to the iEQ Series, the iEQ30 GEM from iOptron is a high-performance, portable equatorial mount. It comes with a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope, built-in GPS, and sturdy 1.5” (38.1mm) stainless steel tripod legs. Packed with GoTo technology, this device offers good performance in an easy-to-transport package.
The Go2Nova 8407 Hand Controller has an integrated temperature controller that ensures it can be operated down to -4°F (-20°C). It has a large LCD screen, function keys, direction keys, and number keys on the front; a red LED reading light on the back; and a HBX port (6-pin), and a serial port (4-pin) at the bottom.
Specialized astrophotography mount suitable for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers
Portable, compact, and sturdy German equatorial mount with a payload/mount ratio of 2.0
ST-4 auto-guiding port capable of reverse guiding with auto-protection
Permanent periodic error correction (PEC)
Accurate tracking with temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO)
AccuAligning Polar Scope with dark field illumination and easy polar alignment procedure, allowing for fast and accurate polar alignment
#8407 controller with Advanced Go2Nova technology
Controller includes heating mechanism for working at low temperatures down to -4°F (-20°C)
RS232 port on mount for ASCOM control
Level indicator
Auto-guide port ST-4 compatible
Heavy-duty stainless steel tripod legs
Firmware upgrade