iOptron SkyHunter Portable AZ GoTo System

The SkyHunter Portable AZ GoTo System from iOptron is a light and compact full-function portable GoTo mount. Weighing in at only 2.9 pounds (including internal rechargeable battery), the SkyHunter is capable of supporting an 11-pound payload in both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes. The SkyHunter mount features four tracking rates, 1x or sidereal, 1/2x for sky and landscape combined, solar, and lunar. All four tracking rates work in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The SkyHunter mount can be controlled by an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet, an optional 8410 hand controller, a computer via ASCOM, INDI, or an embedded drive.

Payload 11 pounds (balanced, exclude CW)

Dual-axis servomotors with optical encoders

Tracking speed consists of solar, lunar, 1x, 1/2x, S/N

Built-in Wi-Fi adapter for full ASCOM, iOptron Commander, and Sky Safari control

Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8" or 1/4" threads

Dual-axis DC servo motor with optical encoder

USB port for firmware upgrades and computer control

Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of operation

Vixen dovetail saddle

Operates in both northern and southern hemispheres