iOptron

 

Description
Features
Specifications
Sample Photos
Optional Accessories

Select Color : 
GPS AltAzi Mounts
Cube-G Mount   - Cosmic Orange
# 8800R
GPS AltAzimuth Telescope Mount, Astro Blue

 

Alt-Azimuth Mount– The Cube

The SmartStar® CubeTM -G comes with our patented Alt-Azimuth telescope mount, a.k.a. The Cube™. This compact mount design is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dove-tail connection. In addition, there are no “dead spots” – so you can point your telescope to ANYWHERE above the horizon, whereas, other mounts block the telescope tube at certain points of rotation. This mount also comes standard with AC connection. An optional DC adaptor is available so you can plug your telescope motor into your car if you’re camping or at any remote location.

Compatible with most tubes on the market

OTA’s with dovetail connection and a weight limit of less than 7 lbs. (including finder scope and camera) are compatible with the CubeTM-G GPS AltAzi telescope mount. (If you do not have a dovetail connection -- attach your OTA using mounting rings and dovetail available at your local telescope store or the OTA manufacturer). Contact iOptron for expert’s advice on compatibility issues.

The most easy to understand controller on the market

The GoToNova® Controller is much easier to use than other similar products. The hand controller is more intuitive with menu categories better organized. It also has a larger LCD screen with more lines of content compared with the competition. Using the easy-to-use hand controller and its large LCD screen, you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go.

More precise speed control for viewing objects

The control system also allows you to slew the telescope at 5 different drive speeds, keeping the object within the telescope’s viewfinder for as long as you wish.

USB Port

The 8402 hand controller comes with a USB port that tremendously expands the functionalities of the already powerful system. With the USB2COM driver installed, the USB port works as an RS232 serial port. It supports firmware upgrades and computer control.

Simply a better tripod

Made of 1-inch heavy-duty stainless steel the Cube™ Tripod is sturdy yet elegant, and gives the user unparalleled stability during operation.  Solid construction joints keep your mount locked securely. With an all-metal support system your valuable telescope will keep still even on a windy night.

GoToNova® Computerized Control System

The revolutionary GoToNova® computerized control system is by far the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today.  With a database of 50,000 celestial objects, including all of the most famous galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, not to mention the planets, you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button.

32-Channel GPS Module

All G-series telescope mounts come standard with a 32-channel GPS module for fully automated operation and alignment. Simply turn on the GoToNova® Controller and the GPS module will automatically synchronize your telescope location and time with the GoToNova® computerized control system. View celestial objects without having to manually punch in the date, time, latitude or longitude.

Price :  $370.00
 

GPS AltAzi Mounts
Cube-G Mount   - Cosmic Orange
# 8800R

    • Heavy duty stainless steel tripod
    • AltAzimuth Telescope Mount– The Cube™-- The only mount of its kind for ultimate rotation
    • Includes the GoToNova® Controller. The most intuitive controller on the market.
    • 50,000 object database plus 128 user-defined objects
    • The largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines and 21-character Hand Control with backlit LED buttons.
    • USB Port for PC Laptop control and firmware upgrades
    • Drive motor with 5-speed setting for precise tracking
    • Dual-axis Servomotor
    • Standard-equipment AC connection (Optional DC adaptor available)
    • 32-Channel GPS
    • Payload: 7 lbs


    Technical Specifications

    Mount

    AltAzimuth Mount

    OTA Connection

    Dovetail

    Motor

    Dual-Axis DC Servomotor, DC12V

    Motor Speed

    Dual-Axis, 5-Gear, Electronic (2×,16×,64×,256×,MAX)

    GPS

    32-channel GPS

    GO TO System

    GoToNova® 50,000+ objects database

    Tracking

    Automatic

    USB Port

    Yes

    PC Computer Control

    Yes

    Tripod

    1” Stainless Steel

    Firmware Upgrade

    Yes

    Battery

    AA x 8(Not Included)

    Mount Weight

    3 lbs 9.9 oz

    Mount (Cube) Dimensions

    8 ¾ x 5 x 5 inches

    Tripod Weight

    5 lbs 9.9 oz

    Tripod Dimensions

    Height (fully extended) 37 ¾ inches

    Shipping Weight

    13.80 lbs


     

 
Price :  $370.00

GPS AltAzi Mounts
Cube-G Mount   - Cosmic Orange
# 8800R
Mount : AltAzimuth Mount
OTA Connection : Dovetail
Motor : Dual-Axis DC Servomotor, DC 12V
Motor Speed : Dual-Axis,5-gear,Electric (2x,8x,64x,256x,Max)
GO TO Controller : GoToNova®
GPS : 32 Channel, Standard
Database : 50,000 Objects
Payload : 7 lbs
USB Port : Yes
Firmware Upgrade : Yes
PC Computer Control : Yes
Tripod : 1" Stainless Steel
Battery : AA x 8(not included)
Shipping Weight : 10.56 lbs
 
Price :  $370.00

GPS AltAzi Mounts
Cube-G Mount   - Cosmic Orange
# 8800R
 
Price :  $370.00

GPS AltAzi Mounts
Cube-G Mount   - Cosmic Orange
# 8800R
Price :  $370.00