Explore Scientific /Losmandy ES-G11PMC8-00 GoTo System (Special Order)
(Special Order) The heart of Explore Scientific’s PMC-Eight GoTo controller is the eight processor micro-controller. Features like an auto-guide port (ST4 contact input) and a serial port for conventional hardwired connectivity. Subscribe for Special discount.
PRICE 4199.99 SKU ES-G11PMC8-00 BARCODE 00812257016792 Explore Scientific /Losmandy ES-G11PMC8-00 GoTo System
Features and Benefits
- For serious astronomers
- Stackable weights
- Smooth tracking
- Motorized
- Wireless capability
The equatorial mount underlying the Explore Scientific/Losmandy G-11 with PMC-Eight GoTo system is a modified version of the Losmandy G-11. For example, Explore Scientific has replaced the servo motors in the standard G-11 with stepper motors to more precisely control the motor rate to .01 arc seconds per second. Another modification is the use of helical couplers on each axis ($175 value on each axis) to provide more reliable operation and higher performance by connecting the worm and motor more securely in the RA and DEC axes. Moreover, the Explore Scientific’s modified mount includes the Losmandy RA extension (a $295 value) (the 0.6" saddle plate extension is not necessary with our setup) that not only allows the mount to track beyond the meridian but also allows the 35-pound mount head to be separated into components of 15 and 20 pounds for easy transportation.
The heart of Explore Scientific’s PMC-Eight GoTo controller is the eight processor micro-controller. In addition to standard features like an auto-guide port (ST4 contact input) and a serial port for conventional hardwired connectivity, the PMC-Eight encompasses such advanced features as a wireless Ethernet 10/100 with full IP function which permits access to the controller from anywhere, which provide fast and robust operations. To fully unlock the potential of this controller, Explore Scientific has adopted an open-source approach – meaning that Explore Scientific freely provides documentation for the controller and example software demonstrating how the controller’s features can be utilized. Thus, the astronomy community which we refer to as the OpenGoTo® Community is encouraged to develop and share creative applications for the PMC-Eight. We also offer one of, if not the only ASCOM compatible wireless driver on the market. It is also one of, if not the only ASCOM driver with complete open-source code available to write whatever you might need into the code of the ASCOM driver.
The combination of a 60-pound payload capacity, various ASCOM compatible software packages coupled with the precision of the PMC-Eight system makes the Explore Scientific/Losmandy G-11 an excellent choice for the serious astronomer. Additionally, the Explore Scientific OpenGoTo Community provides a resource for advanced amateur astronomers to develop his/her own applications for this system.
Specifications
| Item Number |
ES-G11PMC8–00 |
| Load Capacity Equipment Rating |
Instrument Weight: 60 lbs. (27.22 Kilos) |
| Load Capacity Total Rating |
Total Weight: 100 lbs. |
| Tripod height: Adjustable/Folding |
33" - 48" |
| Counter Weights |
Includes 21 lb counterweight and 1–1/4 inch diameter weight shaft w/safety knob. Optional 7 lb and 11 lb counterweights available. |
| Dovetail saddle-plate |
Accepts both “D” Losmandy Style Dovetail or Vixen Style Dovetail. |
| Weight EQ Head |
33 lbs. |
| Weight Tripod |
35 lbs |
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