EXOS-2GT Mount with Open GoTo PMC-8 Electronics The Explore Scientific EXOS2-GT with PMC-Eight combines the reliable EXOS2-GT mount with the PMC-Eight GoTo System to produce a high-quality GoTo equatorial mount that performs far beyond its price tag. The mount provides such ...EXOS-2GT Mount with Open GoTo PMC-8 Electronics The Explore Scientific EXOS2-GT with PMC-Eight combines the reliable EXOS2-GT mount with the PMC-Eight GoTo System to produce a high-quality GoTo equatorial mount that performs far beyond its price tag. The mount provides such advanced features as an illuminated polar scope for convenient polar alignment, ball bearings in both Dec and RA axes for smooth tracking, belt driven control to minimize backlash, and a payload capacity of 28 pounds.
The Explore Scientific EXOS2-GT with PMC-Eight mount is an excellent choice for the visual astronomer as well as a first-rate economical option for astrophotography. Moreover, ASCOM compatibility combined with Explore Scientifics open-architecture approach to the PMC-Eight provides the tech-savvy user with the opportunity for future creative applications. The mount is extremely sturdy andrests on a rugged, extendable tripod (26.8" to 42.5") with two-inch stainless steel legs.
The PMC-Eight GoTo System can be controlled wirelessly (or via hardwire) by a Windows 8.1 or 10 based computer (PC, laptop, or tablet) OR Android (with other OS coming soon) running on the ExploreStars application (freely downloadable from the Microsoft App store) or by running any ASCOM compatible software connected with the open-source wireless ASCOM driver. (An AC adapter is included for power and an optional DC cord is available.) It can carry up to 28 lbs of weight Ball bearings are used to ensure ultra-smooth tracking. belt driven system with 2 timing pulleys and stepper motors for minimized gear backlash (and increased tracking accuracy) Learn More about the PMC-Eight Technology!