What does a SkyTracker do?

The iOptron SkyTracker Pro is a portable star tracker that allows you to capture long-exposure astrophotography images without star trails. It includes a built-in polar scope that makes aligning the rotational axis of the mount with the North Celestial Pole quick and easy.

What is iOptron SkyTracker?

iOptron built on the success of their first camera tracking system with the redesigned and re-engineered SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount. The mount is specifically made to capture long-exposure images of the Moon and Sun, or wide-field photos of the night sky or skyscapes.

How do you use iPolar?

3.2. (1) Run downloaded iOptron iPolar software (3339_iOptron_iPolar.exe) to bring up the polar alignment main menu. Resize the window to fit your computer screen. (2) Select display Language, either English or 中文(Chinese) (3) Click on “Connect” button to connect the iPolar to the computer.

What is a tracking mount?

What is a Tracking Mount? Tracking mounts come in many varieties. The mounts I will primarily reference are basically motorized heads that attach to your tripod and slowly rotate in sync with the rotation of the Earth to counteract the apparent movement of the sky.

What is equatorial tracking mount?

An equatorial mount is a mount for instruments that compensates for Earth’s rotation by having one rotational axis parallel to the Earth’s axis of rotation. This type of mount is used for astronomical telescopes and cameras.

How do I charge my Skytracker pro?

Check/charge the battery Insert the micro USB plug into the USB port at the side of the mount (see Figure 5), and connect the other end of the USB cable into a USB port of a computer, a smart phone charger or a portable battery pack (not included). The input power should be 5V, 1A.

How do you use the star tracker app?

Here’s how to use the app on your Android.

1. Download Star Tracker from the Google Play Store. Search “Star Tracker” in the Google Play Store.
2. Open the app and allow permissions.
3. Point your phone up to switch to AR track mode.
4. Play with menu options.
5. Search for stars and planets with the Pro version.

How do I balance my SkyGuider pro?

Balancing the counterweight is also a quick, easy process thanks to the design of the SkyGuider Pro. Simply loosen the clutch, rotate the mount so that the camera and counterweights are horizontal and move the actual counterweight in or out until the system is balanced.

What does the ioptron Skytracker pro star tracker do?

The iOptron SkyTracker Pro is a portable star tracker that allows you to capture long-exposure astrophotography images without star trails. It includes a built-in polar scope that makes aligning the rotational axis of the mount with the North Celestial Pole quick and easy.

Is there a Skytracker app for Global News?

Global News has launched a new SkyTracker app that makes planning your day easier. With more snow on the way this weekend, police want to remind the public of what to do if you’re in a collision. Various farmer’s almanacs have release their winter 2020-21 predictions for the prairies.

Which is the best star tracker for astrophotography?

This ultra-lightweight star tracker is iOptron’s latest variation of their incredibly popular and affordable wide-angle astrophotography mount. The SkyTracker Pro (not to be confused with the Sky Guider Pro) weighs just 2.6 pounds and houses everything you need for long exposure nightscapes in a little red (or black) box.

Why do you need a star tracker camera?

Star tracker camera mounts are essential for astrophotography. The star tracker mounts capture stars with clarity and without blur and star trailing. You might be wondering why cannot we just capture stars with a good quality camera. Due to the movement of the earth, we move too, and stars appear moving to us.