iOptron CEM40EC w/ iPolar/Case/LiteRoc - C404A3

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Description
The iOptron® CEM40EC mount is the next generation of center-balanced equatorial mounts. This mount is incredibly eye-pleasing, and its beauty is found in more than its appearance. The functionality of the mount is superb. Weighing in at only 17.4lbs., this mount can support a payload of up to 40lbs.! That's incredible!

Innovative iOptron Technology
Make way for an innovative mount!This mount has an integrated electronic polar finder scope known as the iPolar. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole star is obscured. There are large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system; these large levers make it easy to snap the gears into place.

This iOptron CEM40EC mount has a dual saddle that accommodates Losmandy and Vixen-style dovetail plates. This saddle accommodates Losmandy and Vixen-style dovetail plates. It also uses iOptron's ultra-quiet, low-power consumption stepper motor drive system, aiding the mount in providing precise tracking.

Computerized Mount Features
The iOptron CEM40EC mount uses the Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller to navigate the night sky. This incredible technology helps observers find celestial objects with the aid of the mount's 212,000+ object database! For those looking for a telescope that has the capability of tracking and finding beautiful night sky objects, this mount is a must have tool.

With the included tripod, 11lbs. counterweight, and the mount's computerized technology, observers are just an OTA away from a spectacular viewing experience!

(This mount uses #8027 counterweight)Manual:
Quick Start Guide
Instruction Manual
iPolar Operation Manual

Firmware and Software:
CEM40 Firmware
iPolar Software
FTDI VCP Driver, or go to FTDI Chip website to download the VCP driver

iOptron Telescope ASCOM Driver:
Install ASCOM Driver and Commander

Specifications

Mount Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount
Max payload* 40 lb (18 kg), exclude counterweight
Mount weight 17.4 lb (7.9 kg)
Payload/Mount weight 2.28
Structure Material All metal, CNC machined
Exterior Finish Anodized red/black
Latitude adjustment range 0º ~ 60º(special CW shaft mounting if <10° )
Azimuth adjustment range ± 6º
Tracking accuracy (PE)** <0.25 arcsec rms
PEC Real-time PEC (RPEC)
Period 400 sec
Worm diameter ?17mm, Brass
Right Ascension worm wheel ?110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
Declination worm wheel ?110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
Right Ascension axis shaft ?45mm steel
Declination axis shaft ?45mm steel
Right Ascension bearings ?68mm
Declination bearings ?68mm
Counterweight shaft ?28 x 280mm SS 1.2KG
Counterweight 5KG (11lb)X1
Motor Precision stepper motor, 1.8º/128X micro-step
Motor resolution 0.08 arcsec (200 PPS)
Transmission Synchronous belt
Hand Controller Go2Nova® 8407+, 8 line 21 character LCD
Star Database 212,000+, star identification
Power DC 12V, 5A (5.5mm/ 2.5mm plug)
AC adapter 100V ~ 240V (included)
Power consumption 0.6A(Tracking), 0.9A(GOTO)
Power-down memory Yes
Polar scope Internal iPolar TM electronic polar scope
Meridian treatment Stop (0-10° pass), flip
Zero position Automatic zero search
Dovetail saddle 6"Losmandy D & Vixen
Max slew speed 4.5°/sec (1080x)
Guiding port ST-4
Communication port USB
GPS Yes
WiFi External (optional)
Cable Management DC12V (3A), ST4,USB
Tripod LiteRoc 1.75" Stainless Steel, optional tri-pier
Hard case Included
Operation temperature -10ºC ~ 40ºC
Warranty Two year limited

* OTA size and length dependent
** Measured with encoder on bench, 400 seconds
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