iOptron SkyTracker Pro
Introducing The SkyTracker Pro -- iOptron’s next generation camera tracking device!
Upgraded from SkyTracker, the Pro is more compact, small enough to fit on your palm, better precision, silent tracking, it even has a built-in rechargeable power source that runs for up to 24 hours of continuous operation. The improved precision polar scope maintains a fine engraved reticule, now features adjustable illumination with eight brightness levels. Using with our smart phone app, quick and accurate polar alignment is just a joy.
The SkyTracker Pro features four tracking rates, 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape, solar and lunar. All 4 tracking rates work in both northern and southern hemispheres. We have also added a quick slew mode with both forward and reverse to help quickly reframing your image without disrupting the cameras position.
We have made big improvements on the SkyTracker Pro’s removable alt-azimuth base, which features a precision bubble level, degree markings for the altitude and a built in post for the 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. The SkyTracker Pro is certainly a must have tool for any photographer interested in astroscape or wide field astrophotography.
Features
- All metal structure with ABS covers
- Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
- Accepts cameras weighing up to 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
- 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 AccuAlignTM 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 northern and southern Hemisphere
- Built-in rechargeable battery with Micro USB port for power and charging
- Upto 24 hours of operation (20°C)
- 1/4" – 3/8” thread converter included
- Padded carry bag included
- Optional ball heads available separately (#3305A)
- Optional tripod (#3221)
- Optional counterweight balance kit (#3324)
Technical Specifications
| Mount |
Ultra compact single axis EQ |
| Payload (MAX) |
6.6 lbs (3kg) |
| Mount weight |
685 gm with battery |
| Mount weight with base |
1150 gm (2.53 lbs) with battery |
| Body material |
Die-cast aluminum with ABS cover |
| RA shaft |
Φ25mm, steel |
| Worm wheel |
Φ74mm, 144 teeth aluminum 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 |
MiniUSB (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) |
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
- USB charging cable
Warranty & Manuals
iOptron 1-Year Warranty
