iOptron CEM26 User Manual

8
2.3. CEM26 Port
Figure 2. Ports on a CEM26 mount
On RA Unit:
 I/O Switch: Power switch
 LED: Power indicator
 DC 12V IN: DC power socket to power the mount (2.1mmX5.5mm, center positive)
 HBX (Hand Box): For connecting to an 8409 Hand Controller
 GUIDE: ST-4 compatible autoguiding port. The wiring is shown in Figure 3
Figure 3. ST-4 Compatible Guiding Port Wiring
 DC 12 OUT: DC power socket for optical polar scope LED
 DEC: For connecting to DEC drive unit
On DEC unit:
 DEC: Connect the DEC drive unit to RA unit via RJ11 cable
 iPORT: Auxiliary port for connecting to other iOptron accessories, such as a GPS receiver or an
electronic focuser. DO NOT plug ST-4 guiding camera cable into this port, It will damage the
guide camera electronics.
2.4. Go2Nova
®
8409 Hand Controller
The Go2Nova
®
8409 hand controller (HC) shown in Figure 4 is the standard controller used on the
CEM26 mount. It has a large LCD screen, function, direction, and number keys on the front; and an HBX (6-
pin) and a USB port at the bottom.
DEC Unit
RA Unit (Top)
RA Unit

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