iOptron Pole finder iPolar Sky Hunter/HEM27 (76776)

The iPolar electronic polarscope is a highly precise and user-friendly tool designed to simplify polar alignment for your mount. With its built-in camera, the iPolar system eliminates the need to crawl beneath your mount or manually locate the Pole Star. Instead, it displays the position of the north celestial pole and your mount’s polar axes on your computer screen. By using the mount’s azimuthal and equatorial adjustment screws, you can quickly align both points for precise polar alignment.

This system calculates the exact position of the north celestial pole based on date and time, accounting for its slight offset from the Pole Star. Thanks to its sensitive camera and wide field of view, the iPolar allows for accurate alignment even with a roughly positioned mount or under poor visibility conditions. It works seamlessly in both the northern and southern hemispheres, with atmospheric refraction accounted for at low latitudes.

Key Features:

• Quick and Easy Operation: Achieves precise polar alignment without requiring a clear view of Polaris or Sigma Octantis.

• High Precision: Offers an alignment accuracy of 30 arcseconds.

• No Mount Rotation Needed: Simplifies the alignment process.

• Exceptional Imaging: Sensitive camera ensures accurate results even under poor visibility or light pollution.

• Intelligent Plate Solving: Automatically calculates the position of the celestial pole.

• Worldwide Compatibility: Works in both hemispheres without adjustments.

• Plug-and-Play USB Connection: No drivers required for setup.

Specifications:

Capacity:

• Apparent Field of View: 13°

• Position Precision: 30 arcseconds

Interfaces:

• Mini-USB 2.0

Sensor Type:

• CMOS Chip

Pixel Size:

• 3.78 µm

Bit Depth:

• 8-bit

Supported Operating Systems:

• Windows 7/8.1/10/11 (64-bit) with Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 or higher installed

Appropriate for Mounting:

• Compatible with Sky Hunter and HEM27 mounts

General Information:

• Weight: 70 g

• Series: iPolar

• Type: Finder

• Type of Build: Pole Finder

The iPolar system is a versatile and efficient solution for achieving precise polar alignment on various mounts, making it an excellent choice for astronomers who value accuracy and ease of use in their setups.