Explore Scientific FirstLight 80/640 Refractor Telescope w/iEXOS Equatorial Tracker Mount with GoTo PMC-Eight system Combo

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"This is the ultimate portable system as far as I am concerned."

- Jim Johnston, Astrophotographer

Embark on an extraordinary cosmic journey with the adaptable Explore Scientific FirstLight 80/640 Refractor Telescope with iEXOS Equatorial Tracker Mount with GoTo PMC-Eight system Combo, tailored to suit your personal stargazing aspirations. Each package in this innovative line comprises vital components: a telescope, a robust mount, an eyepiece, and a red dot viewfinder.

Mounts vary from a simple fork-mounted alt-azimuth option to a complete GoTo tracking system. As an added benefit, each package includes an adapter that allows you to use your smartphone to easily capture and share the beauty unfolding in your eyepiece. With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover.

iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System

• The iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ Equatorial Tracker System is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or Wired GoTo Equatorial Tracker with integrated PMC-Eight™ electronics suitable for attaching Small Telescopes or DSLR Cameras attached to a standard "Vixen Style" Dovetail Plate. Use with the free ExploreStars App for Tablets (Windows, Android, Amazon and Apple), or with the free ASCOM Standards Compliant PMC-Eight™ ASCOM driver and the ASCOM POTH Client from Explore Scientific (either wired or wireless) to work with virtually any sky software that supports ASCOM. Tablet or computer must be purchased separately.
• The iEXOS-100 utilizes a proven German equatorial mount design and Explore Scientific’s revolutionary PMC-Eight™ Precision Motion Control system to flawlessly navigate the night sky and track objects as they journey across it. This combination provides superior observing and imaging performance without a prohibitive price tag.
• GoTo systems play an important role in the world of amateur astronomy because they ensure users spend less time searching for particular objects and more time observing and imaging. The PMC-Eight™ with its versatile connections supported with free to download apps for Windows, Android, and iOS, or through the free to download ASCOM PMC-Eight™ driver and POTH Client to connect to your favorite ASCOM Compliant Astronomical Software, can allow you to control the telescope from a few feet away or by communicating computer-to-computer with an Internet connection from virtually anywhere in the world.
• One of the standout features of the iEXOS-100 system is its German equatorial design. When it comes to tracking the stars with a telescope, there is nothing that compares to a German Equatorial Mount (GEM) because it will precisely follow objects as they rise in the east and set in the west. For observers, a GEM makes it easy to keep your celestial target in your eyepiece. For imagers, it helps you avoid common astrophotography pitfalls like field rotation.
• Before you can track an object, you need to find it, and that objective can be daunting when you’re faced with a vast expanse of inky black sky or a bright city sky. The iEXOS-100 puts a powerful GoTo system in your arsenal of astronomical tools that takes the frustration out of navigating the night sky. This integrated version of Explore Scientific’s PMC-Eight™ system transcends the industry standard single processor by utilizing an 8-core microcontroller with eight CPUs that operate independently of one another to focus on defined functions. This delegation of tasks among the processors results in a system that offers superior responsiveness, efficiency, reliability and astoundingly fast timing intervals for smooth image acquisition and accurate tracking.
• Although it is internally complex, the GoTo system can be easily operated from your own Apple, Android or Windows tablet using the ExploreStars app, which has an intuitive nature that makes it simple and quick to align your telescope, navigate the stars and learn specifics about tens of thousands of celestial objects. This dynamic app is fueled by a database that is routinely updated to ensure it remains a relevant resource.
• Explorer Scientific's commitment to creating a streamlined GoTo mount is obvious in other design choices. The iEXOS-100 has smooth locking clutches that will let you quickly reposition your telescope from one side to the other and an altitude knob for smooth height adjustments. The mount base includes a small polar alignment tunnel that allows users to roughly align their observing setup with Polaris. It also has a simple bubble level that comes in handy when stabilizing your tripod.
• Other features include a bracket for holding the battery pack, which powers the PMC-Eight™ system through 8 C batteries (not included); two 1 kg counterweights for balancing; and glow-in-the-dark markers on certain points of the mount and tripod so you can stay oriented with your setup at night. The mount is designed to hold up to 19 lbs (scope, accessories, and counterweights added together).

Why choose the Explore Scientific FirstLight 80/640 Refractor Telescope with iEXOS Equatorial Tracker Mount with GoTo PMC-Eight system Combo?

1. Stunning Lunar and Planetary Details 
The 80mm aperture delivers impressive views of the Moon's craters, planetary features, and deep-sky treasures. Witness lunar landscapes like never before and explore the intricate details of planets in our solar system.

2. Complete Observing Package
The FirstLight series offers an all-in-one package, including a 25mm Plössl eyepiece, a 90° diagonal for comfortable viewing, and a red dot viewfinder for easy object location. You'll have everything you need to begin your stargazing journey.

3. Astrophotography Ready
Capture breathtaking images of the cosmos using the included smartphone adapter. Share your astronomical discoveries with friends and family, and create lasting memories of your celestial adventures.

4. Precision Equatorial Tracking
The iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker features clutched dual-axis worm gears, quiet precision stepper motor belt drives, and an intuitive ExploreStars app for seamless operation. Enjoy precise tracking of celestial objects and effortless navigation.

5. Efficient Polar Alignment
The polar alignment sight hole and precise altitude control make the repositioning of your telescope swift and accurate. Say goodbye to time-consuming adjustments and embrace efficient stargazing.

• FirstLight AR80mm White Tube Refractor with 640mm focal length f/8 telescope with fully-coated glass ×1
• iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight GoTo Tracker Mount ×1
• 40mm draw tube focuser ×1
• 1.25" 90° Diagonal ×1
• 25mm Plössl eyepiece ×1
• Red-dot Finder ×1
• Smartphone Camera adapter ×1

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DOWNLOADS

Download ExploreStars Software/App
iOS | Windows | Amazon Fire

Download ExploreStars App Database
Windows

Download Manual for iEXOS-100 HD PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System (English)

Download Manual for iEXOS-100 Azimuth Adjuster Adapter (English)

Download Manual for iEXOS-100 Polar Finder and Adapter (English)