{"product_id":"ioptron-5250","title":"iOptron iE5100 Planetarium Imager","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eiOptron iE5100 Planetarium Imager\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iOptron iE5100 Planetarium Imager is a digital camera designed for live astronomical viewing, but potential buyers must note a critical software issue reported in August 2022: it does not function with macOS 11.6.8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eiE5100: A Digital Eyepiece for Planetary Viewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iOptron iE5100 Planetarium Imager functions as a digital eyepiece, replacing a traditional glass eyepiece in your telescope's focuser. Its purpose is to capture a live video feed of bright celestial objects and display it on a connected computer screen. This is particularly useful for public outreach and educational settings, allowing groups to view objects like the Moon, Jupiter, or Saturn simultaneously without lining up at the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical Software Notice: Incompatible with macOS 11.6.8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA significant compatibility issue has been identified for this camera. As of August 21, 2022, the iE5100 Planetarium Imager and its required software do not operate on Apple computers running macOS 11.6.8. Due to this limitation, users with Mac computers should verify the latest software compatibility directly with the manufacturer before purchasing to ensure functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the iOptron iE5100 Planetarium Imager used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iE5100 is designed to function as a digital eyepiece. It streams a live video of bright objects like the Moon and planets from your telescope to a computer, making it ideal for group viewing or simple digital capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the iOptron iE5100 compatible with macOS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a known critical issue. As of a report from August 2022, the iE5100 camera is \u003cstrong\u003enot compatible with macOS 11.6.8\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mac users should exercise caution and verify current software support from iOptron before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat should I do before buying the iE5100 for my Mac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore purchasing, you should visit the software download section on the iOptron website to check for updated drivers or software releases. Confirm that any new software explicitly lists support for your specific macOS version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the iOptron iE5100 camera work with Windows?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe available information only specifies an incompatibility with macOS 11.6.8. Compatibility with Windows or other operating systems is not confirmed in the provided data. It is best to check the manufacturer's official product page for a complete list of supported systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the iE5100 Planetarium Imager suitable for imaging faint objects like the Orion Nebula (M42)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on its name, the iE5100 is likely optimized for high-frame-rate imaging of bright \"planetary\" targets. It is probably not designed for the long exposures required to capture faint deep-sky objects like nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow would the iOptron iE5100 perform for showing a group the Moon through an 8\" SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA digital imager like the iE5100 is an excellent tool for this scenario. It allows you to display a live, magnified view of the Moon's craters on a laptop screen, which is much easier for a group to see than taking turns at a traditional eyepiece. However, you must ensure the laptop's operating system is compatible with the camera's software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnown Incompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoes not work on macOS 11.6.8 (Note from August 21, 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003eBox contents for this product have not been specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/ioptron-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eiOptron Product Warranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917291942173,"sku":"IOP-5250","price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-iE5100-Planetarium-Imager-1_750a1b11-6a02-40e7-8953-202fc5f58f8b.jpg?v=1789142059","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/ioptron-5250","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}