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Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo Mount with SkyAssist
Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo Mount with SkyAssist
Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo Mount with SkyAssist
Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo Mount with SkyAssist

Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo Mount with SkyAssist

by Explore Scientific
SKU ES-SAGT-ST10
$499.99 - $499.99
$499.99
$499.99 - $499.99
$499.99
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  • SkyAssist GoTo System
  • Automated Self-Alignment
  • App-Based Wireless Control
  • Intuitive Alt-Azimuth Design
  • Vixen-Style Dovetail Saddle
  • Dual Power Options (AA Batteries or External Power Bank)
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  • Sidara Pro GoTo Mount with SkyAssist

    The Sidara Pro GoTo Mount streamlines your observing sessions by pairing an intuitive alt-azimuth design with the intelligent SkyAssist system for fully automated alignment and object tracking. Controlled via a dedicated app, it allows you to select targets from an extensive astronomical catalog and automatically slew your telescope, eliminating manual searching. Its compatibility with Vixen-style dovetails and flexible power options make it an accessible foundation for a modern, automated astronomy setup.

    SkyAssist GoTo: Automated Alignment and App-Based Control

    At the core of the Sidara Pro is the SkyAssist system, an intelligent engine designed to remove the traditional complexities of finding celestial objects. The mount uses built-in technology to perform its own alignment, establishing its precise position without requiring you to identify stars manually. This removes the steepest part of the learning curve for newcomers.

    Once aligned, you connect to the mount through the SkyAssist app on your smart device. From there, you can browse a deep astronomical catalog, select a target like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the rings of Saturn, and the mount will automatically move your telescope to the object and begin tracking it across the sky. This automated workflow lets you spend your session observing, not searching.

    Alt-Azimuth Mechanics and Vixen Dovetail Compatibility

    The Sidara Pro's alt-azimuth (alt-az) design offers an intuitive user experience, with simple up-down and left-right movements that mirror how you naturally look at the sky. This mechanical simplicity makes setup fast and operation straightforward, ideal for quick backyard sessions or outreach events.

    Equipped with a Vixen-style dovetail saddle, the mount is compatible with a vast range of optical tubes from many manufacturers. This industry-standard connection gives you the flexibility to use a telescope you already own or upgrade in the future. Power is equally flexible, with options to use standard AA batteries for maximum portability or an external power bank for longer, uninterrupted observing sessions.

  • What kind of telescopes can I use with the Sidara Pro mount?

    The Sidara Pro features a Vixen-style dovetail saddle, which is one of the most common standards in the industry. It is compatible with a wide range of small-to-medium-sized refractors, Maksutov-Cassegrains, and Schmidt-Cassegrains that are equipped with a Vixen-style dovetail bar.

    Do I need to know the names of stars to align the Sidara Pro?

    No. The Sidara Pro's SkyAssist system is designed for automated self-alignment. Once you set up and level the mount, it uses its internal technology to determine its position and orientation, eliminating the need for manual star alignment. This makes it exceptionally beginner-friendly.

    How do I power the Sidara Pro mount in the field?

    The mount offers two power options for flexibility. You can use a set of standard AA batteries for a completely cordless setup, perfect for portability. For longer sessions, you can connect an external power source, such as a portable USB power bank, to ensure continuous operation.

    Is the Sidara Pro good for long-exposure astrophotography?

    The Sidara Pro's alt-azimuth design is optimized for visual observing and is excellent for that purpose. However, like all alt-az mounts, it is subject to field rotation during long exposures. This makes it unsuitable for deep-sky astrophotography of nebulae and galaxies but well-suited for visual astronomy and taking short snapshots of the Moon and bright planets.

    I want to show my family Jupiter and the Orion Nebula (M42) in one night. How does the Sidara Pro help?

    The Sidara Pro is perfect for this scenario. After its automatic alignment, you would simply select "Jupiter" in the SkyAssist app, and the mount would slew to it. When you're ready to see the Orion Nebula, you select "M42" in the app, and the mount will move the telescope directly to it. The GoTo functionality eliminates all manual searching, allowing you to move between targets in seconds.

    Can I use the Sidara Pro with my existing 80mm refractor that has a Vixen bar?

    Yes. An 80mm refractor with a standard Vixen-style dovetail bar is an excellent match for the Sidara Pro. You can attach your telescope directly to the mount's saddle, run the automated alignment, and begin observing with full GoTo control.

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