ToupTek AstroStation (83069)

The ToupTek AstroStation is a smart and versatile astrophotography controller designed for mobile astronomy setups. It allows you to easily manage and control a wide range of astronomical devices, including tracking cameras, deep-sky cameras, planetary cameras, motorized focusers, filter wheels, and equatorial mounts. With its dedicated smartphone app, you can operate your entire imaging setup from your Android or iOS device. The AstroStation is compatible with many popular camera brands and accessories, offering flexibility and customization for different user needs.

The ToupTek AstroStation offers a reliable and expandable solution for astrophotographers who want to control their entire setup from a single, portable device.

Compatibility and Control:

• Compatible with Android 10.0 (6GB RAM, app download required) and iOS/iPadOS 15.0 (app download required)

• Native support for Omegon, ToupTek Astro, ZWO cameras, QHYCCD (some models), and PlayerOne devices

• INDI platform compatibility for ZWO filter wheels, electric focusers, equatorial mounts; QHYCCD filter wheels and focusers; ATIK cameras; Onstep-based equatorial mounts; Gemini, Astroasis, Sky-Watcher, iOptron, and Celestron devices

• DSLR camera control is under development (not yet supported as of March 2025)

Key Features:

• Compact and robust anodized aluminum housing

• Controls multiple devices through WiFi, LAN, and USB (2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0)

• Internal memory of 32 GB, expandable up to 256 GB via SD card

• Updateable via web for future enhancements

• Fits dovetail rails for universal finder scope mounting

• English language interface

Specifications:

• Input voltage: 12V / 8A

• Output voltage: 12V

• Power consumption: approximately 400 mA

• Connectors: 4x 5.5/2.1mm (max. 12V / 3A)

• Type of memory card: SD

• Plug size: 5.5/2.1mm

• Power supply: 12V

• Outer material: anodized aluminum

• Color: black

• Dimensions: (not specified)

• Weight: (not specified)

• Power pack: not included

• Prism rail: included

Application Areas:

• Suitable for autoguiding

• Imaging galaxies, star clusters, nebulae, and planets

• GoTo control via WiFi