QHYCCD PoleMaster Electronic PolarScope
$269.00
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QHYCCD PoleMaster Electronic PolarScope
$269.00
Precision Accuracy
Up to 30 Arcseconds
Rapid Alignment
Aligned in Few Minutes
Live Monitoring
Track Celestial Axis Live
Streamlined Telescope Polar AlignmentEffortless Setup for Astrophotography Mounts
The QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope eliminates the tedium of manual mount setup for amateur and professional astrophotographers. By capturing real-time wide-field images of the region around Polaris, this high-precision polar alignment camera achieves pin-point tracking accuracy down to 30 arc-seconds in just a few minutes. Perfect for equatorial mounts, the QHY PoleMaster ensures you spend less time aligning and more time capturing deep-sky objects.
Precision Engineering for AstrophotographyMaster Celestial Tracking with Ease
Achieving perfect polar alignment with an equatorial telescope mount is vital for long-exposure astrophotography, but visual polar scopes can be uncomfortable and time-consuming. The QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope attaches directly to the RA axis using a mount-specific adapter, using a highly sensitive camera sensor to detect Polaris and neighboring stars in real time. Through its intuitive alignment routine, the software calculates the precise center of rotation and guides you to overlay the mechanical axis with the true celestial pole. Designed to withstand accidental bumps during long imaging sessions, the QHY PoleMaster camera allows continuous real-time monitoring and rapid recalibration, drastically reducing setup time and eliminating the need for complicated multi-star alignments.
Scope Hardware SpecificationsTechnical Parameters and Capabilities
Field of View
11 x 8 degrees
Alignment Accuracy
Up to 30 arc-seconds
Required Clear Sky
Minimum 4 degrees around Polaris
Mount Compatibility
Most Equatorial Mounts via Adapter
Interface Axis
Mount RA Axis
Real-Time Monitoring
Supported
Software Alignment Assist
Single-Star Alignment Required Post-Setup
Key Scope FeaturesDesigned for Unmatched Observing Precision
High-Sensitivity SensorDetects faint stars around Polaris in real time
Precision Polar Axis MatchAchieves alignment accuracy down to 30 arc-seconds
Fast Setup TimePolar align your equatorial mount in just minutes
Ergonomic ComfortEliminates kneeling or sighting through optical polar scopes
Real-Time Sky TrackingInstantly re-align if your mount gets accidentally bumped
Simplified CalibrationRequires only a one-star alignment after polar setup
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
What is the main benefit of using the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope?
The QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope allows you to quickly achieve highly accurate polar alignment (down to 30 arc-seconds) in just a few minutes without needing to manually look through an optical polar scope or level your mount.
Does the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope come with a mount adapter?
No, mount-specific adapters for the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope are sold separately to ensure a custom fit for your specific equatorial mount model.
How much open sky is required for the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope to work?
The QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope has an 11-degree by 8-degree field of view and requires at least 4 degrees of unobstructed sky around Polaris to function properly.
Can I monitor my mount alignment throughout the night with the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope?
Yes, the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Alignment Scope provides real-time monitoring, allowing you to easily re-align your equatorial mount if it is accidentally bumped or moved during an imaging session.
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