iOptron SmartStar-A-MC90 Astro Blue 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA, Altazimuth/German Equatorial Dual "Cube" Mount, #8402 GoToNova, Internal GPS, & Tripod

iOptron SmartStar-A-MC90 Astro Blue 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA, Altazimuth/German Equatorial Dual "Cube" Mount, #8402 GoToNova, Internal GPS, & Tripod Reviews

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iOptron SmartStar-A-MC90 Astro Blue 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA, Altazimuth/German Equatorial Dual "Cube" Mount, #8402 GoToNova, Internal GPS, & Tripod Feature

• The SmartStar E-MC90 telescope system is the ideal choice for deep space viewing and astrophotography.
• This 90mm-diameter Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope dramatically reduces the chromatic aberration that plagues its Refractor counterparts and has a focal length of 1200mm
• It has the magnification and light-gathering power of a refractor telescope five times its size delivering large, clear images of celestial objects deep in the night-sky
• This light weight, ultra-compact scope offers a great combination of power and transportability, and brings stargazing to a whole other level.
• 32-Channel GPS Module

Astro Blue GPS Alt-Azimuth & German Equatorial Dual Mount "The Cube"...The SmartStar-A comes with the patented Dual Mount: Alt-Azimuth & German Equatorial,...The Cube. This compact mount design is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the marketBoth axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using dove-tail connections. The mount can be level for Alt-Azimuth or locked into position for German EquatorialAlso, there are no "dead spots" so you can point your telescope to ANYWHERE above the horizonThis 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 locationOTA's with dovetail connection & a weight limit of less than 11 lbs.(including finder scope & camera) are compatible with the SmartStarTM-A GPS AltAzi-EQ Dual Mount(If you do not have a dovetail connection, attach OTA using mounting rings & dovetail made by the OTA manufacturer) The most easy to understand controller on the marketThe 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 the largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines of content compared with others that only have 2 lines. Using the easy-to-use hand controller, you can easily set up your tele scope & select wher

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Aug 24, 2011 21:57:12

iOptron SmartStar-E-R80 8502P Computerized Telescope (Pulsar Purple)

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iOptron SmartStar-E-R80 8502P Computerized Telescope (Pulsar Purple) Feature

• 80mm achromatic refractor telescope. 400mm focal length
• 5x24 finderscope for locating objects
• Computerized Alt-Azimuth Mount? The Cube- Hot Product 2008 by Sky and Telescope Magazine. 5-speed drive speed for precise tracking.
• Includes GoToNova hand controller, the most intuitive controller on the market. 5,000 object database plus 256 user-defined objects.
• K10 and K20 eye pieces

Introducing iOptron SmartStar-E-R80 Entry Level telescope. Designed with the latest technology the 80 mm lens is crafted with a fluorite based, low dispersion glass that is ground and polished to exact specifications. The precision design is excellent for viewing bright stars, planets and their moons, as well as for bird watching and other land objects. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object. The SmartStar-E-R80 refractor telescope comes with our patented Alt-Azimuth Mount, a.k.a. The Cube, rated 4-star by Sky and Telescope Magazine. 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. The GoToNova hand Controller on each SmartStar telescope 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. 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 5,000 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 few buttons.

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Jun 15, 2011 03:59:05

iOptron MiniTower Advanced Portable GoTo Altazimuth Mount with Metal Case, Tripod, Supports 25 lbs.

iOptron MiniTower Advanced Portable GoTo Altazimuth Mount with Metal Case, Tripod, Supports 25 lbs. Reviews

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iOptron MiniTower Advanced Portable GoTo Altazimuth Mount with Metal Case, Tripod, Supports 25 lbs. Feature

• MiniTower, The Most Advanced Portable GoTo Altazimuth Mount
• MiniTower is the perfect combination of capacity and portability.
• Alloy metal travel case included
• 25 lb Payload
• 8 lbs of additional payload on the balancing side

MiniTower is the perfect combination of capacity and portability. 25 lbs. of Payload Born out of the popular iOptron Cube, MiniTower is the ultimate observing solution for people who are searching for a capable and portable GoTo telescope mount to counter light pollution in their backyards and for travel convenience. With a standard payload of 25 lbs, a rock solid 1.5 halloy/stainless steel tripod, metal worm and gear and two dovetail adaptors, MiniTowerTM is capable of handling a majority of the OTAs that have ever been made. Its payload can be even further enhanced by more than 50% with heavy duty accessories. Extremely Portable With all the standard components (excluding the tripod) packaged in an alloy metal case, MiniTower can easily be carried around in a car trunk or as an airline luggage. The whole system takes only 10 minutes to assemble. This unlimited portability, combined with the internal GPS, gives amateur astronomers extreme flexibility in selecting an observing location. Accurate GoTo and Tracking Equipped with the most advanced SmartStarR GoTo technology, MiniTower is one of the most powerful and accurate GoTo mounts. The standard 8401 hand controller offers the superb navigation experience with an 8 line LCD backlit display, a 130,000 object database and a USB port for easy connection with ASCOM compliant PC planetarium programs. With a typical GoTo accuracy of 1 arc minute and the SmartSta

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May 27, 2011 13:34:04

TwinStar Black 70mm iOptron Computerized GPS Refractor Telescope

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TwinStar Black 70mm iOptron Computerized GPS Refractor Telescope Feature

• 70mm fully coated, achromatic objective lens
• 700mm focal length -- f10
• 45 degree angle prism -- images are seen right-side up
• 4mm, 10mm & 20mm Eyepieces & 2x Barlow Lens included
• Full Size Tripod -- Step-by-step color photo online assembly guide

This GPS telescope does it all with just the push of a button. Simply turn the telescope on, choose the object you want to see on the handheld controller and the computerized mount does the rest. North Star alignment not necessary with GPS. This incredibly balanced telescope is ideal both for space viewing and daytime observing. With a large 70mm aperture this telescope has a third more light gathering power than most smaller scopes. The fully coated achromatic 70mm primary objective lens is maintenance free and ready to use right out of the box. The 700mm focal length, combined with 3 include eyepieces and a 2x barlow lens means you'll enjoy a range of magnifications from 35x to 350x. That makes this telescope ideal for just about any observing application. The iOptron SmartStar-G Alt-Azimuth Mount with GPS, a.k.a. The Cube, is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit. In addition, there are no "dead spots" -- so you can point your telescope anywhere above the horizon, whereas, other mounts block the telescope tube at certain points of rotation. This mount also comes standard with AC connection. The mount also accepts 8 AA cell batteries for use at home or in the field (Batteries sold separately). The revolutionary GoToNova computerized control system is 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. 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, you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go.

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May 02, 2011 12:21:04

iOptron SmartStar-E 8500B Computerized AltAz Telescope Mount (Astro Blue)

iOptron SmartStar-E 8500B Computerized AltAz Telescope Mount (Astro Blue) Reviews

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iOptron SmartStar-E 8500B Computerized AltAz Telescope Mount (Astro Blue) Feature

• Computerized Alt-Azimuth Mount? The Cube- Hot Product 2008 by Sky and Telescope Magazine. 5-speed drive speed for precise tracking.
• Includes our GoToNova hand controller, the most intuitive controller on the market. 5,000 object database plus 256 user-defined objects.
• Includes stainless steel tripod and AC adaptor
• Payloads up to 11lbs
• Just click and it finds stars, planets, nebulae, and galaxies for you!

Introducing the iOptron SmartStar-E Entry Level Computerized telescope mount. Our patented Alt-Azimuth Mount, a.k.a. The Cube, rated 4-star by Sky and Telescope Magazine is one of 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. The GoToNova hand Controller on each SmartStar is easy to use with menus for planets, stars, nebulas, and constellations. And at only 12 lbs. you can take it anywhere and get accurate tracking! It also has a large LCD screen with more lines of content compared with the competition (so you don’t have to keep scrolling to read the screen). The controller is designed so you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go. The revolutionary GoToNova computerized control system is one of the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today. With a database of 5,000 celestial objects, including all of the well-known galaxies, nebulae, star clusters-- not to mention the planets, sun and moon-- you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button. The mount comes standard with an AC connection plug, tripod, hand controller, and mount.

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Apr 29, 2011 02:45:03

iOptron SmartStar 400-mm x 80-mm R80 Refractor Telescope

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Enjoy the view of outer space with this iOptron SmartStar R80 refractor telescope.

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Apr 03, 2011 17:01:04

iOptron Astroboy 60mm Computerized Table Telescope - Terra Green 9403

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iOptron Features: -Alt-Azimuth Mount with GOTONOVATM computer control technology. -Real-time GOTO and tracking features. -4,000+ object database with 256 user-definable objects. -4 line, 20-character LCD hand controller with backlit LED buttons for easy operation. -Dual-axis servomotor with optical encoders. -Drive motor with 5-speed setting for precise tracking. -Tabletop base. -60mm achromatic refractor telescope for land and celestial objects observation. -Optional tripod (part #9421). -Also attaches to photo tripods with ¼” camera screw. -Includes its own hard case for easy travel and storage. Specifications: -Optical Design Refractor. -Aperture 60 mm. -Focal Length 360mm. -Focal Ratio 6. -Eyepieces 1.25” H20mm. -Magnification 18. -Optics Coating coated. -Mount AltAz. -Diagonal 45°. 9403

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Mar 28, 2011 09:02:04