iOptron CEM26 User Manual

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Appendix E. Computer Control an CEM26 Mount
The CEM26 mount can be controlled by a SmartPhone, a Tablet or a computer. It is supported by two types
of computer connections:
 Connect to a computer via USB port on hand controller. The mount can be controlled via
ASCOM protocol (Windows OS), or directly by some software, such as Sky Safari (Mac OS)
 Connect wirelessly via built-in wireless connection. The mount can be controlled via ASCOM
protocol (Windows OS), SmartPhone/Tablet and Mac OS wirelessly.
To control the mount via ASCOM protocol, you need:
1. Download and install the latest ASCOM Platform from http://www.ascom-standards.org/. Make
sure your PC meets the software requirement.
2. Download and install the latest iOptron Commander/ASCOM drive for CEM26 from iOptron
website. The CEM26 uses Commander for a CEM120/CEM70/CEM26/GEM28 mount.
3. Planetarium software that supports ASCOM protocol. Follow software instructions to select the
iOptron Telescope.
Please refer to iOptron website, www.iOptron.com, under the product page, or Support Directory, iOptron
ASCOM Driver for more detail.

iOptron CEM26 Specifications

General

Payload Capacity	26 lbs (11.8 kg)
RA Worm Wheel	180 teeth
DEC Worm Wheel	180 teeth
RA Worm	1:180 gear ratio
DEC Worm	1:180 gear ratio
Power Requirement	12V DC
Go2Nova Controller	Yes
Tracking Rate	Sidereal, Solar, Lunar
GPS	Yes
Communication Ports	USB