iOptron SkyGuider Pro Detailed Information
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- Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
- Considering purchasing the iOptron SkyGuider Pro? Here are some details that may help you understand some of the finer points. I explain several features and concepts of the mount.
Many others have reviewed the SkyGuider Pro. This is not a review, it is a deep dive into the features of this impressive mount.
Here are some of the links mentioned in the video:
iOptron SkyGuider Pro
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Neewer right angle view finder
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Astrokraken viewfinder adapter
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Thank you for the video. This helped me get the answers to some questions.
WhatNot Zone, Thanks for the feedback, this is why I started this channel. There were things I couldn't find and I wanted to show others. If you have other questions, please ask. Have you found the forums on CloudyNights.com?
great to hear talking about your equipment. very helpful for people who want to buy the skyguider too. keep up!
Thanks! I am looking forward to making more videos soon. Hoping everyone (someone) finds them helpful and interesting.
@@universalobservations3299 I am sure there are other people like me who are looking for a portable lightweight gear for astrophotography. I think any information regarding this equipment is necessary.
Nice! I'm waiting on my SkyGuider Pro to arrive and I'm watching some tutorials. I do believe you're the first I've heard to mention that the polar scope is focus-able.
Itai Alter, thank you for letting me know. That's why I created this channel. There were questions I still had after watching videos and reading as much as I could find. Regarding the focus: It is a good idea to try to focus during the day at something very far away, then at night it will be almost in focus. Or at least closer than if you just keep twisting and don't have any idea how close you are to focus. Clear skies!
Very good video sir. I really appreciate. Thank you for your time and effort.
Saranathan, thank you for the comments. When I created this channel I tried to show details that I couldn't find anywhere else.
Thanks for watching.
Awesome video - good job!
Timm, thanks for the comments. I hope you have a chance to use the SkyGuider Pro, it is a very practical way to enter into astrophotography. Or, if you want a small, lightweight travel companion!
I liked your idea of using a C-clamp you had knocking around. I did something similar when I needed just that little bit more weight to balance my 72mm scope and camera. Doesn't look great, but I like looking through my setup, not at it. Thumbs up and clear skies.
Terrence, thanks for the comment. I have heard of people duct taping rocks on their mount as counter weights as they left the weights at home... Clear skies!
Thanks you a lot for the very helpful video.
@Heon Park, thank you for the comment. When I was trying to decide on which mount to purchase I has several questions that I couldn't find answers to. I am trying to use this channel to help others in a similar situation. I really like the SkyGuider Pro, and now that I am using AutoGuiding it is spectacular!
Clear Skies!
Williams optic makes an extended for the counter weight bar.
Very good video.
Traveler, thank you for watching!
For a minute amount of extra weight, try using lead tape. It's readily available at Golf pro shops and is used to add weight to club heads. I keep a few strips in my case - and in my golf bag.
easy56wedge, thanks for the suggestion. This was more of an "emergency" issue, I was all set up, couldn't balance and was looking for anything that I could use to add weight. The "C" clamp fit all of my requirements, enough weight and something that wouldn't slip. I am an avid golfer, but have never carried lead tape in my bag. I wonder what others have used in an emergency????
Also a tripod down tube at least one of mine can screw on the bottom of the counterweight bracket and the original counterweight shaft screws on to that to give you more weight capacity in a pinch.
Bruce, thanks for watching. I ended up purchasing an extra counter weight and shaft extension.
Very useful information, thanks! I noticed that sometimes the LED illumination wouldn't reach the markings inside the scope and had to do polar alignments "in the dark", a very frustrating endeavor :)
Have you tried rotating. Inside I think the polar scope tube only has an opening and you need to align that opening to the LED. Good Luck.
@@universalobservations3299 Yes, that was my takeaway from your video. It works great :)
I flipped mine back over too .
I bought one of these a few weeks ago, and I struggled with it at first. I attached a 72mm scope, flattener and my dslr and tracked orion for 2 hours with good results. I also used Backyard EOS. I did 30-60 second subs at iso 200-1600.
This is a great piece of equipment for the newbie like myself. I started with stock dslr lenses, then a rokinon 14mm, then my 72mm apo.
Here is my result my first night out with my scope and a sky guider pro.
drive.google.com/file/d/1p9_XA4SQoGWX4hs5LR9n7XDw7yJ0wMUV/view?usp=sharing
Great video and review.
Thanks. Great photo of Orion!
I am thinking of creating a video that shows my progression of steps into astrophotography. Starting with simple DSLR and lens on a tripod (no tracker), to a better tripod, and the skyguider pro, then eventually a better camera, skyguider pro, and Zenithstar 61 and the improvements in the images as I stepped my way up
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There is not a proper way. Ipotron mentions the changing of the declination bracket. But I did find to move the bracket to move the radical in and out of focus.
Instead of adding another counterweight, Williams Optics has an extender to give you more counterweight without adding more overall weight. I just ordered one for $29.00.
Frank, Thanks for the suggestion. I actually looked into the extension but decided to go with the extra weight. I think I read that it is easier on the mount if the mass of the counterweight is closer to the mount rather than farther away. Something about Moment of Inertia is squared as the distance away increases. While I have only 2 data points, the auto guiding seems to be better if the weights are closer.
The additional weight is cheaper though....
@@gtc1961 that is a great point. Currently the counterweight extension is about $30 (USD) and the Counterweight itself is only about $25 (USD). As I mentioned above, by moving everything closer, it seemed to track/guide MUCH better.
Great information and tips!
Michael, thanks. I am trying to create videos that show hard to find things or answer questions that I think others may find useful.
How dies the polar alignment app know how your scope is aligned?
Robert, sorry, I just realized I didn't answer your question. The polar alignment app is just a visual aid. You can only use it to understand where to point when you visually look through the view finder of the polar scope. When I first started using the SkyGuider Pro, and I was first starting out, I thought you need to position Polaris in the center. NOPE!, that is why you use the app. It has to know your long/lat, and that will show you where to position Polaris "visually" in your polar scope. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching!
Hi, thank you for all of this informations... I'm searching on the web informations and experiences about the weight the SGP can support. Can you tell me something about it?? thank you
11 pounds. I have a Nikon 850, 200-500 lens, a 2x extender, all on the mount within the weight limit.
@@johns.earljr.3631 do you use an Ipolar or some other auto guider for that kind of focal length??tks
@@clemens974 I haven't yet but I just bought and received a ZWO autoguider but haven't taken it out of the box. Been busy.
@Cle AD, thank you for watching! John below is right, 11 pounds (5 kg). The SGP manual can be found here: www.ioptron.com/v/Manuals/3550_SkyGuiderPro_Manual.pdf
The viewfinder, you suggest is sold out. Can you recommend an alternative?
I haven't used any of the others so I can't say for sure if they work, but the biggest factor would be to have the different camera adapters. Hope that helps. Thank you for watching.
The clutch on my skyguider pro also got stuck. What do I do now?
Caste2510, I reached out to iOptron support when mine got stuck and they emailed me back a link with instructions how to release the clutch. I was able to apply a "little extra" pressure and get mine to turn without having to disassemble the SkyGuider Pro. Here is the link they sent me: www.ioptron.us/Support/SGP_ClutchDiskRelease.pdf Disclaimer, You should check with them directly to see if there is an update to this document. I take no responsibility if you damage your equipment.
I have no ties to iOptron, am not part of their support team. Please contact them directly.
I think mine got stuck after my first use, so I know how disappointing and scary that can be.
I wish you luck! Hope the document helps!
@@universalobservations3299 Thanks for your reply. I already contacted iOptron and they sent me that pdf you showed me. It's still the same. I followed the instructions from the pdf and it worked.
the neewer viewfinder no longer avaible and the link foro the 3dprint is dead . have you a alternitive to order somewhere . i have backproblems so no night photography for me (
Frank, looks like Philippe still has the 3D printed Viewfinder Adapter available. This is the best link I can find on his site: www.astrokraken.fr/accessories-for-skywatcher-star-adventurer-mount-a184487612 You will have to scroll down to the row labeled "Polarscope adapter for right-angle viewfinder" then make sure you select the mount in the drop down. Hope that helps.
@@universalobservations3299 Hi Thanks for responding. this link is only foro the star adventurer not the skyguider pro. ts is verry sad nothing to find for skyguider . this is everyone buy this brand not de skyguider .
@@universalobservations3299 i found it on the site . problem is there is no neewer onthe whole internet
@@universalobservations3299 www.amazon.com/Neewer-1-25x-2-5X-Viewfinder-Mounting-Panasonic/dp/B01M28XX3N is this the one ?
I think that one would work. Just make sure one of the adapters will fit the 3D printed adapter. I think on Philippe's site he mentions a Canon adapter. Good Luck!
Do you need the computer program TheSky Imaging Edition Price: $695.00 iOptron NEW CEM/GEM mount owner $465.65 To use this tracker?
David, sorry I don't have the newer versions. But I can tell you the one I have doesn't need a computer. Basically, you turn it on, set the rate (optional), and it starts rotating. The Skyguider pro is so easy to use it really helped me decide if I was going to continue with this hobby. I did. I ended up getting a bigger scope and a goto, equatorial mount. Good luck!
Thank you for the reply. I am going to buy one and see how it goes. Thanks for your time. @@universalobservations3299
6”2 not tall ya rt