iOptron SkyTracker User Manual

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2.2. Parts List
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PARTS INCLUDED:
The SkyTracker
TM
camera mount shipping box contains:
 SkyTracker
TM
camera mount
 Padded carry bag
 AccuAlign
TM
dark field illuminated polar scope (for models #3302B and #3302W only)
Figure 1. Parts in a SkyTracker
TM
#3302 package
PARTS NEEDED:
The following parts are needed to take astrophotography but are not included in the package:
 A sturdy tripod with 3/8” thread. If your tripod only has a 1/4” thread, you need a 1/4” to
3/8” tripod adapter screw
 Fresh 4 AA batteries or an AC/DC adapter
 Ball head adapter
 DLSR camera
YOU MAY NEED IT FOR POLAR ALIGNMENT:
 iPhone/iPad app for accurate polar alignment (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ioptron-
polar-scope/id564078961?mt=8)
 Or other application/program to calculate the pole star position. Please refer to FAQ
session under Support at http://www.ioptron.com
for more information.
ONLINE CONTENTS (click under “Support” menu) www.iOptron.com
 This manual
 Tips for set up
 Reviews and feedback from other customers
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US market only. Actual contents and appearances may vary.

iOptron SkyTracker Specifications

General

Mount	Ultra compact EQ
Body material	Cast aluminum
Worm wheel	Φ80mm, 156 teeth aluminum alloy
Worm gear	Φ11mm, brass
Bearing	4 pieces
Motor drive	DC servo
Payload (MAX)	6.6 lbs (3kg)
Tracking	R.A. automatic
Tracking speed	1X Cel, 1/2 Cel, N/S
Duration of operation	24 hours at 20ºC
Latitude adjustment range	0º ~ 70º
Operation Temperature	-10~40ºC
Polar sight hole	~ 8.5º FOV
Polar scope	6º FOV with dark field illuminated (optional for #3301)
Built in accessory	Compass
Warranty	One year limited
Power consumption	DC 4.8 ~ 6V, 0.06A at Max load
Power requirement	4 AA batteries, or External DC 9 ~12V, 500mA
Base connect	3/8” threaded socket

Weight and Dimensions

Mount weight	2.4 lbs (1.1kg) w/o battery
Dimensions	153 x 104 x 58 mm