EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Counter Weight 1.0 kg for iEXOS-100 Mount

The BRESSER Messier EXOS 100 GOTO Mount is a high-quality German equatorial mount for telescopes and cameras. It automatically locates celestial objects and moves your telescope precisely into position. You can operate the mount using the hand controller with display and keypad, or enjoy wireless control via Wi-Fi from a mobile device, laptop or PC. With a payload capacity of up to 5 kg, the mount is ideal for both visual observing and astrophotography.A stable platform for your telescope or cameraThe Vixen-style dovetail saddle provides a secure attachment for telescopes and cameras. The stainless steel tripod features height-adjustable legs, making it easy to set up at a wide range of observing locations, while the 2 kg counterweight ensures the telescope is properly balanced. A battery compartment for eight C batteries means you can use the mount even when there is no mains power nearby. Alternatively, you can connect a power station (not included) for the power supply.Easy polar alignmentThe built-in bubble level helps you set up the tripod perfectly level, while the integrated polar finder tunnel allows you to roughly align the mount with the north celestial pole. Fine adjustment screws for latitude and azimuth then let you fine-tune the alignment. For even greater accuracy, the optional polar scope (Art. No. 0456103) enables precise polar alignment, helping to improve the accuracy of the GoTo function and tracking.Automatic object location via hand controller or appThe hand controller, with its display and keypad, gives you direct access to the mount's main functions. To get started, simply perform a star alignment using one, two or three stars. Centre the suggested stars in the eyepiece and confirm each position. Once the alignment is complete, you can choose from more than 100,000 stored objects and automatically slew to your chosen target at the touch of a button. The extensive database includes planets, constellations and Messier, NGC, IC, Sh2 and SAO objects. You can also enter and save your own celestial coordinates. Prefer using a smartphone or tablet? Simply download the free app for iOS or Android. Once connected, you can select interesting targets directly from the digital sky map or browse the object catalogue. You can also save your favourites ready for your next observing session.Accurate tracking throughout long observing sessionsThe tracking function automatically keeps your chosen target in the field of view, with sidereal, solar and lunar tracking rates available to suit different observing targets. For manual positioning, you can choose from eight different slew speeds. A quiet belt drive with worm gearing moves both axes smoothly and evenly. The synchronisation function lets you match the mount's position to a known object in the database. For greater accuracy, RA and DEC backlash compensation allows the gear backlash on both axes to be calibrated.Computer control via USB-C and ASCOMThe USB-C interface also lets you connect the hand controller to a computer, allowing you to operate the mount with ASCOM-compatible software such as Stellarium or N.I.N.A.With precise polar alignment, automatic object location, Wi-Fi control and a sturdy design, the mount provides everything you need for visual observing and astrophotography. This compact GoTo mount makes it easy to find and track tens of thousands of celestial objects.Turn your telescope into an easy-to-use GoTo system with the BRESSER Messier EXOS 100 GOTO Mount.FEATURESGerman equatorial mount with GoTo functionPayload capacity up to 5 kgControl via hand controller with display and numeric keysWi-Fi function for control via tablet, notebook or desktop PCHolder for Vixen-style dovetail plates1-, 2- and 3-star alignment for initialisationAccess to over 100,000 stored celestial objectsSynchronisation and RA/DEC backlash compensation for greater accuracy8 slew speeds as well as sidereal, solar and lunar ratesLow-noise belt drive with worm gearPolar finder tunnel for rough alignment with the celestial north polePolar finder scope for precise polar alignment available separately (Art. No. 0456103)Integrated circular bubble level for levelling the tripodUSB-C interface for ASCOM-compatible PC control (e.g. Stellarium, N.I.N.A.)SCOPE OF DELIVERYBRESSER Messier EXOS 100 GOTO MountStainless steel tripod with circular bubble levelHand controller with coiled cableCounterweight (2 kg)Battery compartment for 8 x C batteries (batteries not included)Instruction manual

The iEXOS-100 is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or Wired GOTO Equatorial Tracker with integrated PMC-Eight electronics suitable for attaching Small Telescopes or DSLR Cameras attached to a standard Vixen Style Dovetail Plate. Also a ST-4 compatible autoguider port for active tracking control is included. Use with the free ExploreStars App for Tablets (Windows, Android, iOS), or with the free ASCOM Standards Compliant POTH Client from Explore Scientific (either wired or wireless) to work with virtually any sky software that supports ASCOM. The iEXOS-100 utilizes a proven German equatorial mount design and Explore Scientific’s revolutionary PMC-Eight™ motion control system to flawlessly navigate the night sky and track objects as they journey across it. This combination provides superior observing and imaging performance without a prohibitive price tag. GOTO systems play an important role in the world of amateur astronomy because they ensure users spend less time searching for particular objects and more time observing and imaging. The PMC-Eight with its versatile connections supported with free to download apps for Window, Android, and iOS, or through the free to download ASCOM POTH Client to connect to your favorite ASCOM Compliant Astronomical Software, can allow you to control the telescope from a few feet away or by communicating computer-to-computer with an Internet connection from virtually anywhere in the world. One of the standout features of the iEXOS-100 system is its German equatorial design. When it comes to tracking the stars with a telescope, there is nothing that compares to a German equatorial mount because it will follow objects as they rise in the east and set in the west. For observers, a German equatorial mount makes it easy to keep your celestial target in your eyepiece. For imagers, it helps you avoid common astrophotography pitfalls like field rotation. Before you can track an object, you need to find it, and that objective can be daunting when you’re faced with a vast expanse of inky black sky. The iEXOS-100 puts a powerful GOTO system in your arsenal of astronomical tools that takes the frustration out of navigating the night sky. This integrated version of Explore Scientific’s PMC-Eight™ system transcends the industry standard single processor by utilizing eight CPUs that operate independently of one another to focus on defined functions. This delegation of tasks among the processors results in a system that offers superior responsiveness, efficiency, reliability and astoundingly fast timing intervals for seamless images and accurate tracking. Although it is internally complex, the GOTO system can be easily operated from your own Apple, Android or Windows tablet using the ExploreStars app, which has an intuitive nature that makes it simple and quick to align your telescope, navigate the stars and learn specifics about tens of thousands of celestial objects. This dynamic app is fueled by a database that is routinely updated to ensure it remains a relevant resource. Our commitment to creating a streamlined GOTO mount is obvious in other design choices. The iEXOS-100 has locking clutches that will let you quickly reposition your telescope from one side to the other and an altitude knob for smooth height adjustments. The mount base includes a small polar alignment tunnel that allows users to roughly align their observing setup with Polaris. It also has a simple bubble level that comes in handy when stabilizing your tripod. Other features include a bracket for holding the battery pack, which powers the PMC-Eight system™ through 8 C batteries (not included); two 1 kg counterweights for balancing; and glow-in-the-dark markers on certain points of the mount and tripod so you can stay oriented with your setup at night. The mount is designed to hold up to 5 kg of astronomical equipment.IMPORTANT NOTETo start using ExploreStars app, download the free app and download the celestial data set that contains the astronomical catalogs, reference images, and reference text. Simply by unzipping the ExploreStars folder containing the expanded celestial data set into your Pictures directory, you will expand the native database from a thousand objects to over seventy thousand objects.  SOFTWARE DOWNLOADhttps://explorescientificusa.com/pages/software-and-downloads-for-pmc-eight-systemFEATURESIntegrated Explore Scientific PMC-Eight™ Wifi GOTO systemBeautiful full graphical user interface using our very own ExploreStars OpenGotoWifi controlled by Tablet, Notebook or Desktop PC with 7'' or larger display, and Wifi function (computer device not included)Needed system software of optional computer or tablet: WIN8.1, WIN10+11, iOS, Android 4.4 or higherClassic four-button pattern and virtual joystick for guiding, centering, moving and slewing on the touch screenIntuitive 2 star and 3 star alignment procedure Includes a small polar alignment tunnelStandard Vixen Style Dovetail AdapterMount load capacity up to 5 kgMultiprocessor Micro Controller with 8 CPU´sMicro-Stepper Motors and worm gearsSilent Belt-Drive System Mini-USB port for INDI/ASCOM wired computer connectionST-4 compatible autoguider portINDI and ASCOM Driver available: YES, supports also Pulse-GuidingYOU can write your own code and import it into this softwareGPS-compatible and auto time / date settings are dependent on optional receiver on computer, tablet or phoneGlow-in-the-dark markings on mount and tripodWeight mount-head: 4,0 kg ; weight tripod: 2,5 kgSCOPE OF DELIVERYExplore Scientific iEXOS-100 PMC-8 Wifi Goto MountStainless steel tripod with bubble levelCounter weight 2 x 1,0 kg Battery compartment 12 volts with bracket / (8 x C-Cells not included) Coil-cord for DEC motorGlow-in-the-dark markings on mount and tripodExploreStars Software via download for freeInstruction manualIMPORTANT NOTE: This package doesn´t include any WINDOWS/iOS/Android Computer or Tablet.FAQ / KNOWLEDGE-BASE:  https://explorescientificusa.com/pages/explore-scientific-knowledge-base-and-faqsPMC-Eight GROUPS:  https://espmc-eight.groups.io/g/MAIN