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Explore Scientific IEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight Equatorial Go-To Tracker System(Explore Scientific Iexos 100 2 Pmc Eight Equatorial Go To Tracker System)

Explore Scientific IEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight Equatorial Go-To Tracker System(Explore Scientific Iexos 100 2 Pmc Eight Equatorial Go To Tracker System)

Original price was: $339.00.Current price is: $98.99.

SKU: DGFUB 6897944592469 Category: Optics & Surveillance Tags: Explore Scientific IEXOS-100-2, Mounts & Tripods, Optics, Telescopes

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Explore Scientific IEXOS-100-2 Overview

1Description
2Mount
3Electronics and Motors
4ExploreStars GoTo App
5Tripod

Explore Scientific designed their iEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight Equatorial Go-To Tracker System Mount to provide users with a precision platform built to support small-to-medium sized optical tubes and astrophotography and imaging rigs.

ES continues their commitment to user-friendly gear with the PMC-Eight motor drive system that uses micro-stepper motors and a direct-drive belt connection between the drive shaft and motor to ensure accurate and smooth tracking for extended periods with minimal vibration and zero backlash. The entire PMC-Eight software suite is offered as open-source code so users can tweak the system and share their preferences with a growing community of enthusiasts.

Keeping up with the latest technology, the common wired control system is augmented with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for remote control from Windows or Android/iOS tablets running the ExploreStars app. It has a database of over 70,000 objects and an intuitive user interface controlled with the device’s touchscreen. Multiple alignment procedures, slew and tracking rates, and customized guided tours enable it to be easily set up and get users observing quickly with minimal frustration. Like the coding for the motor drive system, the app is open source, so it can be customized and those modifications shared. A non-volatile memory and Real-Time clock preserve settings, including backlash correction and Periodic Error Correction (PEC), when the system is turned off and power is disconnected.

Mount

19-pound payload capacity for visual gear like optical tubes, diagonals, Barlows, and eyepieces
15-pound payload capacity for astrophotography equipment like DSLRs, imaging systems, and filter wheels
Vixen-style dovetail saddle to mount compatible OTAs
Two 2.2-pound counterweights
Polar alignment spotting hole down latitude axis enables rough polar alignment before proper alignment through app
Runs on eight user-supplied C-cell batteries

Electronics and Motors

Electronics:

Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enable direct connection to computers and tablets for remote wireless control of the mount
PMC-Eight motor control system with a scalable 8-CPU multiprocessor array that allows control of multiple systems from single user interface
64kB EEPROM non-volatile memory bank retains settings and time when mount is turned off
Fully compatible with computer platforms using an ASCOM-compliant software package
Serial and standard ST4 auto-guiding ports

Motors:

High-resolution stepper motor precisely controls mount with virtually zero vibration
Belt-drive system reduces vibration and improves smooth motion with zero backlash

ExploreStars GoTo App

Free software and app available for Windows and Android/iOS tablets
70,000+ object database including 2000+ stars, with a downloadable catalog of 72,000+ additional stars
Native catalogs include: Bayer, Flamstead, SAO, HD/Harvard, DM, BD/CD/CPD, GSC, and RNGC/IC
Open-source code with available developer kit allows for complete customization and sharing
Four-summary interface for guiding, centering, moving, and slewing using device touchscreen
Selectable and user-defined GoTo, slewing, centering, and guiding rates
2-star, 3-star, and Alignment Tour alignment processes
Tour function shows the objects that can be best seen on any given day at any specific time

Tripod

Two-section adjustable height
1.25″ stainless steel legs
Height open and legs fully retracted with the mount head installed: 38.5″ at highest point, 36″ to the center of the mounting bracket
Height open and legs fully extended with the mount head installed: 45″ at highest point
Accessory tray with holes to hold eyepieces
Spiked feet for use on ground and grass for increased stability, especially rough or uneven areas
Fully collapsed without head: 25.5″
Weight: 5.4 pounds

UPC: 811803030541

In the Box

Explore Scientific iEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight Equatorial Go-To Tracker System
Cable Set
Battery Holder with Tripod Mount
Stainless Steel Tripod
2 x 2.2 lb Counterweight

Not in the Box

Essential Batteries & Power (Not Included)

User Manual

2.7 MB

Table of Contents

Description
Mount
Electronics and Motors
ExploreStars GoTo App
Tripod

Explore Scientific IEXOS-100-2 Specs

Mount

Mount Type	German Equatorial
GoTo Capability	Yes
Payload Capacity	Astrophotography 15 lb / 16.8 kg (with Counterweight) Observation 19 lb / 8.6 kg (with Counterweight)
Motor	Dual Axis
Counterweight	2 x 2.2 lb / 1.0 kg
Polar Axis Scope	None

Tripod

Height Adjustment Range	25 to 42″ / 63.5 to 106.7 cm
Leg Diameter	1.25″ / 3.2 cm
Leg Sections	2
Folded Length	25.5″ / 64.7 cm (without Mount)

General

Power Source	Battery (Not Included)
Battery	8 x C
Mounting	To Optical Tube Assembly: Vixen-Type Saddle
GPS	No
Wi-Fi	Yes (Built In)
Materials	Steel (Tripod)
Dimensions	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight	9.5 lb / 4.3 kg (Mount) 5.4 lb / 2.4 kg (Tripod)

Packaging Info

Package Weight	26.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	29.5 x 19.5 x 7.3″

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