iOptron Pole finder iPolar electronic polarscope for CGEM/NEQ6/AZ-EQ6

PoleMaster: Precision Simplified

Achieving precise polar alignment is often a time-consuming challenge, requiring significant effort and patience. Even after meticulous setup, a simple bump to the mount can necessitate starting the alignment process anew. iOptron's Center-balanced Equatorial Mounts (CEM), such as the CEM25 and CEM60, feature an accessible polar scope, enabling quick and precise alignment within minutes. However, traditional methods still require uncomfortable positioning, such as bending or kneeling.

The PoleMasterTM electronic polar scope revolutionizes this process. Installed at the front of the R.A. axis, it utilizes a highly sensitive camera to capture images of the northern sky, revealing not just Polaris but also faint nearby stars. Leveraging this data, it accurately calculates the precise position of the North Pole and identifies the rotation center of the R.A. axis. With sophisticated algorithms, the PoleMaster marks both points on the computer screen, facilitating easy adjustment until precise alignment is achieved.

Key Features:

• Fast and user-friendly solution
• Direct alignment with the pole
• Achieves high precision alignment within two minutes, up to 30 arcsec

Specifications:

Apparent Field of View: 13°

Position Precision: 30 arcsec

Interfaces: USB 2.0

Sensor Type: CMOS Chip

Pixel Size: 3.75

Bit Depth: 8 bits

Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10

Appropriate for Mounting: CGGEM, AZ-EQ6, NEQ6

Weight: 70g

Series: iPolar

Type: Finder

Build Type: Pole Finder