{"product_id":"iexos-100-02-hd-pmc-eight-equatorial-tracker-system","title":"iEXOS-100-02 HD PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System","description":"\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Explore Scientific iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ Equatorial Tracker System is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or wired GOTO system that provides superior performance by pairing a proven German equatorial mount design with the revolutionary PMC-Eight™ Precision Motion Control system to flawlessly navigate the night sky and track objects as they journey across it.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The OpenGOTO Community Live Playlist on YouTube. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount works with the free ExploreStars App for Tablets (Windows, Android, Amazon and Apple), or with the free ASCOM Standards Compliant PMC-Eight™ ASCOM driver and the ASCOM POTH Client from Explore Scientific (either wired or wireless) to work with virtually any sky software that supports ASCOM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore Scientific’s PMC-Eight™ system transcends the industry standard single processor by utilizing an 8-core microcontroller with eight CPUs that operate independently of one another to focus on defined functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated polar finder scope lets imagers achieve more precise alignment with the celestial pole and features a reticle with markings for both northern and southern hemispheres and an illuminator with adjustable brightness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAzimuth adjuster adapter allows iEXOS-100 users to make fine azimuth adjustments for precise polar alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwilight Medium Duty Tripod has fully adjustable 1.5-inch stainless legs that are secured with a die cast aluminum spreader tray and threaded T-bar to create a stable foundation, keep vibrations to a minimum and allow users to add additional weight to the iEXOS-100 mount without compromising performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera dovetail plate makes it easy to attach a camera to a standard astronomical tripod Vixen-style saddle plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or wired GOTO system that provides superior performance by pairing a proven German equatorial mount design with Explore Scientific’s revolutionary PMC-Eight™ Precision Motion Control system to flawlessly navigate the night sky and track objects as they journey across it. In this special bundle package, the iEXOS-100 comes with a selection of accessories designed to further enhance the mount’s performance in imaging situations. The accessories included in this special bundle pack are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated polar finder scope, which has a reticle with both northern and southern hemisphere markings to ensure an imaging setup will meet the demanding alignment requirements for astrophotography anywhere in the world;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAzimuth adjuster adapter, which allows iEXOS-100 users to make fine azimuth adjustments for precise polar alignment;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwilight medium duty tripod, which minimizes vibrations and allows users to add additional weight to the iEXOS-100 mount without compromising performance; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera dovetail plate, which makes it easy to attach a camera to the mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ Equatorial Tracker System is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or Wired GOTO Equatorial Tracker with integrated PMC-Eight™ electronics that provides superior observing and imaging performance without a prohibitive price tag. It can be used with the free ExploreStars App for Tablets* (Windows, Android, Amazon and Apple), or with the free ASCOM Standards Compliant PMC-Eight™ ASCOM driver and the ASCOM POTH Client from Explore Scientific (either wired or wireless) to work with virtually any sky software that supports ASCOM. (Note: Tablet or computer must be purchased separately.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGOTO systems play an important role in the world of amateur astronomy because they ensure users spend less time searching for particular objects and more time observing and imaging. The PMC-Eight™ with its versatile connections supported with free to download apps for Windows, Android, and iOS, or through the free to download ASCOM PMC-Eight™ driver and POTH Client to connect to your favorite ASCOM Compliant Astronomical Software, can allow you to control the telescope from a few feet away or by communicating computer-to-computer with an Internet connection from virtually anywhere in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout features of the iEXOS-100 system is its German equatorial design. When it comes to tracking the stars with a telescope, there is nothing that compares to a German Equatorial Mount (GEM) because it will precisely follow objects as they rise in the east and set in the west. For observers, a GEM makes it easy to keep your celestial target in your eyepiece. For imagers, it helps you avoid common astrophotography pitfalls like field rotation. Before you can track an object, you need to find it, and that objective can be daunting when you’re faced with a vast expanse of inky black sky or a bright city sky. The iEXOS-100 puts a powerful GOTO system in your arsenal of astronomical tools that takes the frustration out of navigating the night sky. This integrated version of Explore Scientific’s PMC-Eight™ system transcends the industry standard single processor by utilizing an 8-core microcontroller with eight CPUs that operate independently of one another to focus on defined functions. This delegation of tasks among the processors results in a system that offers superior responsiveness, efficiency, reliability and astoundingly fast timing intervals for smooth image acquisition and accurate tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it is internally complex, the GOTO system can be easily operated from your own Apple, Android or Windows tablet using the ExploreStars app, which has an intuitive nature that makes it simple and quick to align your telescope, navigate the stars and learn specifics about tens of thousands of celestial objects. This dynamic app is fueled by a database that is routinely updated to ensure it remains a relevant resource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur commitment to creating a streamlined GOTO mount is obvious in other design choices. The iEXOS-100 has smooth locking clutches that will let you quickly reposition your telescope from one side to the other and an altitude knob for smooth height adjustments. The mount base includes a small polar alignment tunnel that allows users to roughly align their observing setup with Polaris. It also has a simple bubble level that comes in handy when stabilizing your tripod. Other features include a bracket for holding the battery pack, which powers the PMC-Eight™ system through 8 C batteries (not included); two 1 kg counterweights for balancing; and glow-in-the-dark markers on certain points of the mount and tripod so you can stay oriented with your setup at night. The mount is designed to hold up to 19 lbs (scope, accessories, and counterweights added together).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Tablet or computer must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003eES-iEXOS-100\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eMount head weight\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e9.45 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eTripod height fully collapsed\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e29.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eTripod height open, retracted legs\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e25 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eTripod height open, legs fully extended\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e42 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eFoot print\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e42 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eTripod weight\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e11 lb; 5.0kg\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eMount weight capacity\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003eApprox. 9 lbs (equipment weight only),15 lbs Photographic (equipment and counterweights); Approx. 19 lbs Visual (equipment and counterweights)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003ch1 id=\"software\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RRskwQhY91A\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51503630319901,"sku":"ES-iEXOS100-ET","price":699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/0158\/2449\/files\/ES-iEXOS100-ET_1.jpg?v=1779983688","url":"https:\/\/stemcell.eco\/products\/iexos-100-02-hd-pmc-eight-equatorial-tracker-system","provider":"Stemcell Science Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}