Now, were proud to introduce the cem60ec with high precision encoder and subarcsecond pe. This past year we introduced a new design concept the centerbalanced equatorial mount or cem called the zeq25. The ioptron cem60 is an updated version of the highly popular zeq25 centerbalanced equatorial mount. The cem60 mount is equipped with ioptron s most advanced goto technology and a database of 359,000 objects, making the cem60 one of the most powerful and accurate goto mounts available. Phd2 is a telescope autoguiding software that automates the process of tracking a guide star. After ioptron released version 4 of their ascom driver and seeing others have had success with the new ioptron firmware and ascom driver, i decided to upgrade my cem60 firmware to the latest versions and install the ascom 4. Optional skyshed altair 8 steel observatory pier system 40kg as above, for semipermanent outtdoor installation on a patio or decking, or permanent observatory use. Apr 24, 2014 updated firmware released 30 august 2014, which has resulted in further improvements in tracking, among other things, along with new ascom driver and pc control software.
Its centerbalanced design puts the optical tube assembly ota weight directly over the mounts center of. The cem60 puts the weight of the payload at the center of gravity allowing for. This makes the ioptron cem60 mount extremely light compared to its payloada nice benefit when setting up at a remote site. Having the payload at the center of gravity means that the ioptron cem60 mount extremely light compared to its payload.
The ioptron cem60 is a centerbalanced equatorial mount that provides an excellent platform for astrophotography. Phd2 is a telescope autoguiding software that automates the process of. With pempro version 3 you can now correct your mounts periodic error, polar alignment and backlash using your ccd camera or webcam to dramatically improve tracking and guiding. Polar alignment routine for those who cant see the pole star.
Optional ioptron 2 stainless steel tripod 8kg recommended for use with a light ota up to 800mm focal length. An extraordinary innovation in mount design, the ioptron cem60 equatorial mount is now with integrated electronic polar scope, ipolar. The cem60ec is equipped with the most advanced gotonova goto technology, making it one of the most powerful and accurate goto mounts available. The cem60 centerbalanced equatorial mount from ioptron features an innovative weight distribution design coupled with precise extended tracking capabilities to create a mount ideally suited for astrophotography or longterm observation. Now, they are proud to introduce the cem60 ec with high precision encoder and subarcsecond pe and with an increased payload of 60 lbs.
Utilizing experiences gained during development of our cem series, we were able to remove unnecessary bulk giving the gem45 an. Now, they are proud to introduce the cem60ec with high precision encoder and subarcsecond pe and with an increased payload of 60 lbs. The ioptron cem60 equatorial mount is one in a long line of exceptional products including mounts, telescopes, and more astronomy equipment. Applying lessons learned from our revolutionary zeq25 and cem60 mounts. The cem60 which is the standard model with programmable periodic error correction. Updated firmware released 30 august 2014, which has resulted in further improvements in tracking, among other things, along with new ascom driver and pc control software. I will either use a lightweight refractor for widefield imaging around 2. The cem60ec is equipped with the ioptrons most advanced gotonova goto technology, making it one of the most powerful and accurate goto mounts available. Otas will my ota work with the smartstar goto mounts. Locate cem60 firmware under software firmware upgrades catalog on the left part of the screen, and click on it. A place for discussion and sharing information on ioptron cem60 and cem60ec center balance equatorial mounts. My new ioptron cem60ec arrived today and i believe i am one of the first consumers in the uk to receive the mount. The all new ioptron cem60ec with high precision encoder. Apr 20, 2014 the ioptron base just wouldnt move smoothly, or keep its position when tightened.
This simple design approach results in greater natural stability, a. The ioptron cem40 centre balanced equatorial mount is an unusual design. The ioptron cem60 is a centerbalanced equatorial mount that can handle up to 60 lb. Not least because the reason that i bought one was because i wanted a portable, affordable mount for astroimaging purposes. A sharp looking cnc body is the first indicator the gem45 is a top quality mount in both form and function. This is an important aspect of deep sky astrophotography because it allows you to focus on capturing successful long exposure images and get the most out of your telescope mount phd2 is easy enough for a beginner to use right away, yet also.
Now, they are proud to introduce the cem60 with an increased payload of 60 lbs. The cem60 puts the weight of the payload at the center of gravity allowing for greater natural stability. This gives you a window into the amplitude of the ra right ascension periodic error. This mount is incredibly eyepleasing, and its beauty is found in more than its appearance. The other features include an adjustable counterweight bar, magnetically loaded gear system, gear switches on both r. Pecprep software window with periodic error curve recorded for. A little background i have been following the discussions on the cem60 meridian flip issues over the past few months. This is an important aspect of deep sky astrophotography because it allows you to focus on capturing successful long exposure images and get the most out of your telescope mount. The ioptron cem60 equatorial mount with ipolar tripod sold separately.
The ioptron cem60 equatorial mount is equipped with the most advanced gotonova goto technology, making it one of the most powerful and accurate centerbalanced goto mounts available. The good news, though, is that the polar alignment worked. The center balance approach is utilized shifting the payloads center of gravity directly over the tripod. The ioptron cem60 goto equatorial mount gets an update with the addition of the ipolar electronic polar scope that increases the precision of your alignment to improve tracking accuracy and eliminate streaks during longexposure astrophotographyeven if visibility is poor or there is no visible pole star.
The cem60 mount is equipped with ioptrons most advanced goto technology and a database of 359,000 objects, making the cem60 one of the most powerful and accurate goto mounts available. Other mount features include a magneticallyloaded gear system, gear switches on both r. Availability in stock shipping 12 days the ioptron cem60 has a maximum payload of. The periodic error of the drive in this mount would appear to be 24 arc seconds. One power cable to the mount runs the mount and the 5v outputs. How good guiding can be, and where are guiding limits.
The ioptron cem60ec equatorial mount with ipolar tripod sold separately. The gem45ec is the first of ioptrons next generation german equatorial mounts. Get excellent guiding with phd2 how to use pectool for periodic error correction for celestron and meade mounts. Stabilized jupiter ioptron skytracker periodic error. I pointed the sx50 at jupiter, with 1200mm full zoom. Download software and firmware from ioptron wbesite. Oct 17, 2017 the ioptron cem60 is a centerbalanced equatorial telescope mount that provides an excellent platform for visual astronomy and astrophotography what makes the ioptron cem60 computerized telescope mount so special is its impressive weight to payload capacity ratio and the now famous zshape design. When viewing the graphs, please ignore the figures in the worm cycles, total time and current worm phase boxes. I have used it on a macbook pro, under windows in parallels, now natively with macos software.
Download and save upgrade utility software, 8407 andor ieq45 board software as needed. Jul 16, 2019 the ioptron cem40 centre balanced equatorial mount is an unusual design. An extraordinary innovation in mount design complete with an integrated polar alignment camera, the ipolar. If youre used to looking at traditional german equatorial mounts gems the cem can initially be quite perplexing. Ipolar polar alignment software for this is now mature, and the new plate solver in windows v2. The controller has an 8 line, 21 character per line display and i must say its a joy to use. This is a nice benefit when setting up at a remote site.
Its centerbalanced design puts the optical tube assembly ota weight directly over the mounts center of gravity, which gives it better. Innovative ideas applied to a time tested design, the ioptron gem45 next generation german equatorial mounts. Using experience gained during the development of their cem series, ioptron have removed unnecessary weight resulting in a portable 7. I just plug my guide camera in with one of the power cable. This ioptron equatorial mount can handle up to 60 lb. Get excellent guiding with phd2 pectool for periodic error. I am not averse to buying secondhand and that would have had to have been the case with the 10 micron, but none came up. Dec 22, 2011 ioptron telescope forum ioptron specific model equipment discussions and goto nova discussions here. Proper setup sgp and phd with cem60 main sequence software. This astrophotography mount has created quite a buzz both in terms of design and performance. Go2nova 8408 controller with advanced gotonova goto technology. Jun 29, 2019 i am undecided what mount to buy right now. Today were proud to provide quality products direct to your doorstep through an experience youll enjoy.
The cem60 is equipped with the most advanced gotonova goto technology, making it one of the most powerful and accurate goto mounts available. The gem45ec is the first of ioptron s next generation german equatorial mounts. In this post, ill explain why a heavy payload rating opens the doors to new imaging configurations. In order to obtain a good average of the periodic error, 1229 samples were collected over eleven complate worm cycles.