iOptron Manuals & User Guides

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iOptron 8043 Heavy Duty MiniPier Instruction Manual

July 23, 2025

iOptron® #8043 MiniPier Instruction Manual 8043 Heavy Duty MiniPier #8043 Heavy Duty MiniPier iOptron® #8043 Heavy Duty MiniPier is designed for an iOptron GOTO mount when used under balanced or non balanced condition. It has a 150mm mounting plate, which…

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iOptron CEM26 AccuAlign Optical Polar Scope Owner’s Manual

April 1, 2025

Polar Alignment using iOptron AccuAlign™ Optical Polar Scope (Updated 1/1/2025) CEM26 AccuAlign Optical Polar Scope If the mount equipped with an AccuAlign ™ optical polar scope, you can use the Quick Polar Alignment procedure to perform the polar alignment. One…

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iOptron HAE18C Dual AZ/EQ SWG Hybrid Mount User Guide

February 3, 2025

iOptron HAE18C Dual AZ/EQ SWG Hybrid Mount Specifications Model: HAE18C Dual AZ/EQ SWG Hybrid Mount Manufacturer: iOptron Corp. Power Supply: 12V DC Mounting Post: 3/8-16 Compatibility: Vixen dovetail mounting plate Control Options: Hand controller, SmartPhone/Tablet app Frequently Asked Questions Q:…

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iOptron HAE16C Dual AZ EQ SWG Hybrid Mount User Guide

December 1, 2024

iOptron HAE16C Dual AZ EQ SWG Hybrid Mount PACKAGE CONTENTS1 Telescope mount HAE16C w/built-in Wi-Fi AC adapter – 100-240V, 12V 5A DC output (for indoor use only) USB 2.0 cable Hard carrying case Optional Go2Nova® 8411 OLED handset with control…

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iOptron HAEbc_FW240510 OLED Handset User Guide

September 27, 2024

iOptron HAEbc_FW240510 OLED Handset Specifications Product Name: iOptron HAE B&C Mount Firmware Upgradability: Yes Compatibility: Windows USB Port: USB-C Main Board: Built-in Optional Handset: 8411 OLED handset Product Usage Instructions Step 1: Prepare for Firmware Upgrade Make sure you have…

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iOptron HAE29C-EC Harmonic Drive Equatorial GoTo Mount User Guide

August 28, 2024

iOptron HAE29C-EC Harmonic Drive Equatorial GoTo Mount Specifications: Model: HAE Strain Wave Gear AZ/EQ GoTo Mount Models Available: HAE29C/EC, HAE43C/EC, HAE69C/EC Optional Parts (not included): #8411 handset with OLED display iPolarTM electronics polar scope (#3339) Tripod/tri-pier External iGuider for autoguiding…

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iOptron iPolar iOS App User Guide

June 27, 2024

iOptron iPolar iOS App What are needed? iMate TM Astronomy Control Box iPolar TM electronic polar scope iPad or iPhone (iPad preferred) iPolar iOS App from iOS Store NoMachine App from iOS store 12V DC power source How to Use?…

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iOptron HAE Series Strain Wave Gear AZ/EQ GoTo Mount with iMate User Guide

June 21, 2024

iOptron HAE Series Strain Wave Gear AZ/EQ GoTo Mount with iMate PACKAGE CONTENTS1 Dual strain wave gear altazi/equatorial mount with built-in iMate computer High precision optical encoder on RA axle (for EC version) AC adapter – 100-240V, 12V 6A DC…

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iOptron HAE69 Strain Wave GoTo AZ EQ Mount Instruction Manual

March 20, 2024

HAE69 Strain Wave GoTo AZ EQ Mount Specifications: Model: HAE69 and HAE69EC Control Options: Computer (ASCOM/Commander for Windows PC, INDI driver for MacOS), Smartphone/Tablet (iOptron Commander Lite, SkySafari), Raspberry Pi (INDI driver) Features: Light weight, compact, medium payload, high…

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iOptron HAE43 Strain Wave Gear AZ EQ GoTo Mount User Guide

March 20, 2024

Quick Start Guide HAE43 Strain Wave Gear AZ/EQ GoTo Mount Models: HAE43P and HAE43PEC PACKAGE CONTENTS¹ Telescope mount HAE43 with or without iPolar electronics polar scope Hand controller (HC) – Go2Nova® 8409 with built-in WiFi 6P6C hand controller cable USB…

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iOptron CEM70 Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual • November 12, 2025

Comprehensive guide for the iOptron CEM70 Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount, detailing its features, setup, operation, and maintenance for astrophotography and astronomical observation.

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iOptron HAE16C Dual AZ/EQ SWG Hybrid Mount Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide • November 4, 2025

A quick start guide for the iOptron HAE16C Dual AZ/EQ SWG Hybrid Mount, covering package contents, setup instructions, basic operation, and control methods for amateur astronomers.

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iOptron CEM60 Cable Management Panel Inspection and Replacement Guide

Instruction Guide • November 4, 2025

Detailed instructions for inspecting and replacing the cable management panel, USB hub, and related components on the iOptron CEM60 telescope mount. Includes tool requirements, step-by-step procedures, and troubleshooting tips.

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iOptron CEM60 Polar Scope Adjustment Guide

Instruction Guide • November 4, 2025

Detailed instructions for aligning, adjusting, and focusing the polar scope on the iOptron CEM60 telescope mount for accurate astrophotography and celestial observation.

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iOptron CEM40 Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual • November 4, 2025

This document is the instruction manual for the iOptron CEM40 Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount, detailing its features, assembly, operation, and maintenance for astrophotography and visual observation.

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iOptron iCAM178M Planetary Camera User Manual and Specifications

User Manual • November 4, 2025

Comprehensive user manual and technical specifications for the iOptron iCAM178M Planetary Camera, featuring a Sony IMX178 mono sensor, high sensitivity, low readout noise, and USB 3.0 connectivity for astrophotography.

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iPolar Installation Guide for iOptron CEM60 Internal Mount (#3339A-060)

installation guide • November 4, 2025

Step-by-step installation instructions for the iPolar electronic polar scope on the iOptron CEM60 Internal mount. Includes model number #3339A-060.

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iOptron iEQ45 Pro Equatorial Mount Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual • November 3, 2025

Comprehensive instruction manual for the iOptron iEQ45 Pro GOTO German equatorial mount, detailing assembly, setup, operation, and maintenance for astrophotography and astronomical observation.

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iOptron CEM70 Equatorial Mount Quick Start Guide

quick start guide • October 24, 2025

Quick start guide for the iOptron CEM70 Center-balanced GoTo Equatorial Mount, covering package contents, setup, basic operation, and warranty information.

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iOptron iE5100 Digital Camera Quick Start Guide - Astro-Video & Astrophotography

quick start guide • October 23, 2025

Quick start guide for the iOptron iE5100 Digital Camera (#5250). Learn how to install the software, connect the camera, and begin capturing astro-video and astrophotography images.

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iOptron CEM120 Firmware Upgrade Guide

Firmware Upgrade Guide • October 3, 2025

Step-by-step instructions for upgrading the firmware on your iOptron CEM120 mount with the 8410 hand controller. Covers preparation, the upgrade process, and essential calibration steps.

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iOptron HAE B&C Mount Firmware Upgrade Guide

Firmware Upgrade Guide • October 2, 2025

Detailed instructions for upgrading firmware on iOptron HAE B&C Strain Wave gear (SWG) mounts using Windows. Covers driver installation, utility usage, and troubleshooting common errors.

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iOptron iEQ30 Pro Equatorial Mount Instruction Manual

iEQ30 Pro • October 16, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive instruction manual for the iOptron iEQ30 Pro equatorial mount, detailing setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.

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iOptron SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount User Manual

SkyTracker Pro • September 15, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive user manual for the iOptron SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount, covering setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications for astrophotography.

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iOptron CEM26 Center Balanced Go-To German Equatorial Mount Instruction Manual

C262A1 • September 9, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive instruction manual for the iOptron CEM26 Center Balanced Go-To German Equatorial Mount, covering setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications for model C262A1.

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iOptron CEM26 Mount Head with AccuAlign Polar Scope User Manual

CEM26 • September 8, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive user manual for the iOptron CEM26 Mount Head with AccuAlign Polar Scope, covering setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications for this portable equatorial mount designed for astronomy and astrophotography.

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iOptron Hybrid Strain Wave Equatorial Mount HEM27 with iPolar (H272A) User Manual

H272A • September 8, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive user manual for the iOptron HEM27 Hybrid Strain Wave Equatorial Mount with iPolar (H272A), covering setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications.

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iOptron iPolar Electronic Polarscope with Adapter (3339-060) User Manual

3339-060 • August 19, 2025 • Amazon

The iOptron iPolar Electronic Polarscope is a high-precision, easy-to-use electronic polarscope designed to simplify the polar alignment process for equatorial mounts, including external mounting for CEM60.

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iOptron iPolar Electronics Polarscope for SkyTracker-Pro User Manual

iPolar e-Polarscope • August 16, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive user manual for the iOptron iPolar Electronics Polarscope, covering setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications for precise polar alignment in astrophotography.

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iOptron iPolar Electronic Polar Scope User Manual

iPolar • August 16, 2025 • Amazon

Comprehensive user manual for the iOptron iPolar Electronic Polar Scope, covering setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, specifications, and compatibility for accurate polar alignment of astronomical mounts.

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iOptron SmartEQ Pro Mount User Manual

3200 • August 15, 2025 • Amazon

The iOptron SmartEQ Pro mount is a highly portable and fully computerized German equatorial GOTO mount, designed for both visual observation and wide-field astrophotography. Its compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for users requiring portability. The mount features a…

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iOptron SmartEQ Polar Alignment Scope User Manual

IO-3130 • August 15, 2025 • Amazon

User manual for the iOptron SmartEQ Polar Alignment Scope, providing detailed instructions on setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for precise astronomical alignment.

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iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Mount User Manual

io3550 • August 9, 2025 • Amazon

This user manual provides comprehensive instructions for the iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Mount, an advanced device designed for astrophotography. It covers setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting to help users maximize the performance of this sturdy, all-metal mount, which supports payloads up to…

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