Using the easy-to-use hand controller and its large 8-line LCD screen, you can easily set up the telescope and select where you want to go with the very friendly user-interface. The control system also allows you the user to slew the telescope at 9 different drive speeds, keeping the object within the telescope's viewfinder for as long as you wish. GOTONOVA® also makes alignment quick and simple.
The most easy to understand controller on the market
The Go2Nova® controller is much easier to use than other similar products. The hand controller is more intuitive with menu categories better organized. It also has a larger LCD screen with more lines of content (8-lines) compared with the competition. Using the easy-to-use hand controller and its large LCD screen, you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go.
More precise speed control for viewing objects
The control system also allows you to slew the telescope at 9 different drive speeds, keeping the object within the telescope's viewfinder for as long as you wish.
GOTONOVA® Computerized Control System
The revolutionary GOTONOVA® computerized control system is by far the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today. With a database of 120,000+ celestial objects, including all of the most famous galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, not to mention the planets, you'll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button. The database, such as comets or asteroids, can also be upgraded to reflect the latest discovery. So your control system can grow as you increase your level of star gazing!
USB Port for computer/ASCOM interconnectivity
The #8401 hand controller also includes a USB port for connection with a computer for firmware upgrade or use with planetarium software.
Features
Over 120,000 object database with 256 user-defined objects
8 line large screen LCD
User friendly interface
USB port for firmware upgrades and computer interactivity (such as planetarium software)
Comes standard with all A-series mounts, GotoNova Kits, SmartStar-PR, CubePro*, MiniTower, and MiniTower Pro
The 8401 hand controller can be used for the following mount (with different firmware version):
MiniTower Pro (#8100)
MiniTower II/MiniTower (#8300-2G/#8300)
CubePro* (#8200)
Cube-A (#8600)
Cube-G (#8800)
Cube-E (#8500)
SmartStar-PR EQ mount (#8419)
GoToNova Dual Axis GOTO Upgrade Kit (#8400)
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Specifications
LCD | Back lit 8-line display |
CPU | 32-bit ARM |
Control Speed |
9 speed
(1X, 2X, 8X, 16X, 64X, 128X, 256X, 512X, MAX) |
Database | GOTONOVA® (over 120,000 object database) |
USB Port | Yes |
Firmware Upgrade | Yes |
Computer Control | Yes (via USB port) |
Protocol | ASCOM compatible |