Orion StarShoot Solitaire AutoGuider

Orion StarShoot Solitaire AutoGuider

A New Standard in Affordable Autoguiding - No Laptop Needed!

Complete autoguiding system that does not require using a laptop computer Automatically calibrates, detects guide star and adjusts exposure 6 micron x 6 micron pixel size yields high sensitivity and accurate guiding Ideal for astrophotographers using DSLR cameras LCD screen displays real-time guide star location on chip, star focus quality, and displays tracking graph during guiding User-friendly control box interface Clear and clean red LCD display and backlit buttons with adjustable brightness 6mm parfocal eyepiece included for easy guide star acquisition and focus The StarShoot Solitaire AutoGuider includes a control box and all the necessary cabling to begin autoguiding right out of the box. The control interface is intuitive and user-centric, allowing anyone to masterfully operate the autoguider right away. Simply connect the Solitaire to the control box and mount, plug into a power source, and start autoguiding!

The StarShoot Solitaire is ideal for DSLR users who don't necessarily need a computer to control their imaging system. Think of the money you'll save on computer hardware costs, not to mention the energy needed to power your computer system. This convenient alternative also significantly lessens the chance for computer crashes or other imaging system malfunctions.

The Solitaire AutoGuider makes it possible for almost anyone to start enjoying the fascinating and rewarding world of astrophotography, without the need for an expensive or overly complicated imaging setup. The built-in logic behind the Solitaire's control pad allows you to guide with pushbutton ease. the Solitaire's sensor is powered by a 1/3" format Aptina MT9V032 CMOS chip, with a 752x480 pixel layout and 6 micron x 6 micron pixel size for high sensitivity and accurate autoguiding. As such, the Solitaire can be used with smaller, less expensive guide scopes. The autoguider camera also features a machined aluminum design with a black anodized finish, and weighs just 3.8 oz.

This smart autoguider automatically calibrates itself and detects guidestars, adjusting the exposure accordingly. It works with all equatorial mounts equipped with ST-4 compatible autoguide port, including the SkyView Pro GoTo, Sirius EQ-G, and Atlas EQ-G mounts.

The total package includes the autoguider camera, control box, 6mm parfocal eyepiece for easy guide star acquisition and focus, 7' camera cable (to control box), 7' autoguide cable (to mount), 10' power cable, and hard foam-lined carrying case.

In short, the StarShoot Solitaire AutoGuider provides a simple, yet elegant, autoguiding solution for beginning and experienced astrophotographers alike. Discover the benefits of affordable, precision autoguiding for deep-sky imaging, without the need for a laptop computer. Pick up an Orion StarShoot Solitaire AutoGuider today!

Specifications. Guiding Camera: Image Sensor - Monochrome 1/3" Aptina MT9VO32 Resolution - 752x480 pixels, 6 micron Exposure - Automatic, 0.001 to 2 seconds Gain - Automatic, 0-4 times Body - Aluminium with rear panel of polycarbonate Nosepiece - 1.25" diameter including filter thread Connectors - 8-pin RJ45 Size & Weight - 65x50mm, 100g

Hand Controller: Housing - ABS plastic with off-set handhold profile Keyboard - Three membrane keys with amber back-illumivation Screen - LCD Screen 2.5", 128x64 pixel with red display Connectors - 8-pin RJ45, 12v DC jack, 6-pin RJ12 Size & Weight - 55x96x28mm, 220g Power Requirements - 6-14v DC, 90-200mA

Features: Automatic star search function Real time star focus status and position displayed on the LCD screen Automatic axes calibration and permanent saving Screen backlight and beep sound adjustment Star trailing threshold, independent on each axis (agressiveness) Subpixel algorithm to allow the usage of short guidescopes High precision 2x sub-pixel autoguiding

Guide Star Brightness: 60mm Guide Scope - approx mag 7.5 80mm Guide Scope - approx mag 8.0 100mm Guide Scope - approx mag 8.5

Field Width and Image Scale: Scope with FL = 300mm, FOV 51.7 x 33 arcmin - Image Scale 4.13 arcsex/pixel Scope with FL = 500mm, FOV 31.0 x 19.8 arcmin - Image Scale 2.48 arcsex/pixel Scope with FL = 800mm, FOV 19.4 x 12.4 arcmin - Image Scale 1.55 arcsex/pixel.

See the review in the October 2010 issue of Astronomy Now.

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