{"product_id":"ioptron-3334","title":"iOptron Illuminating LED for CEM26\/GEM28 AccuAlign Polar Scope","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial accessory for iOptron CEM26 and GEM28 mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminates the AccuAlign polar scope reticle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables fast and accurate polar alignment in total darkness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered directly by the mount via the included cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple plug-and-play installation\u003c\/li\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\u003eIlluminating LED for CEM26\/GEM28 AccuAlign Polar Scope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the official iOptron Illuminating LED for the CEM26 and GEM28 equatorial mounts. It is an essential accessory for anyone using the built-in AccuAlign polar scope, providing clear illumination of the reticle markings against the night sky. This allows for a faster, more comfortable, and significantly more accurate polar alignment, which is the foundation of precise tracking for astrophotography.\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\u003eEffortless Polar Alignment in Darkness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etched reticle in your iOptron mount's polar scope is invisible without a light source. This Illuminating LED solves that problem by providing even, non-glaring light, making the markings for Polaris and other alignment stars sharp and easy to see. Instead of struggling with a separate flashlight, this integrated solution connects directly to the mount, ensuring you can achieve a precise alignment quickly and get to observing or imaging.\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\"\u003eWhy do I need the Illuminating LED for my CEM26\/GEM28 polar scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etched markings on the polar scope's reticle are impossible to see in the dark without a light source. This LED provides the necessary illumination to see the reticle clearly, allowing you to accurately position alignment stars for a precise polar alignment, which is critical for astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this LED illuminator compatible with mounts other than the iOptron CEM26 and GEM28?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this illuminator and its accompanying cable are specifically designed for the port and housing of the iOptron CEM26 and GEM28 mounts with the AccuAlign polar scope. It is not a universal accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow is the Illuminating LED for the CEM26\/GEM28 installed and powered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward. The LED unit fits into the designated port on the polar scope assembly, and the included cable plugs directly into the mount's main board. It draws a minimal amount of power from the mount itself, so no separate batteries are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI'm setting up my GEM28 for a long imaging session. How does this LED improve my alignment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, a precise polar alignment is non-negotiable as it minimizes field rotation. By providing clear, steady illumination, this LED allows you to place Polaris on the reticle's circle with much higher precision than is possible with a handheld flashlight. This leads to better tracking, sharper stars, and allows for longer unguided exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this illuminator help me align my CEM26 mount if I can't see Polaris?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While it doesn't change the alignment method, it makes any method using the polar scope possible. Whether you are using software-assisted alignment that asks you to view a star through the scope or performing a drift alignment, you need to see the reticle's crosshairs. This LED makes the reticle visible for any alignment procedure your mount supports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the LED have adjustable brightness?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrightness control is typically managed through the mount's hand controller or software, allowing you to dim the reticle so it doesn't wash out faint alignment stars. Please refer to your CEM26 or GEM28 mount's manual for instructions on adjusting the polar scope illumination level.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiOptron CEM26 and GEM28 Mounts with AccuAlign Polar Scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolar Scope Reticle Illumination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount (via included cable)\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\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAccuAlign Polar Scope LED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003ePower Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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 2-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917294334237,"sku":"IOP-3334","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-Illuminating-LED-for-CEM26-GEM28-AccuAlign-Polar-Scope-1_74cf583e-ddfb-4070-a1f8-a15fd165aeb6.jpg?v=1789142157","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/ioptron-3334","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}