Pegasus Astro NYX-101 PRO - Harmonic Mount

The Pegasus Astro NYX-101 PRO - Harmonic Mount strain wave drive on RA and DEC movement ensures a backlash-free operation with high torque at high payloads. This mount has a fully CNC machined aluminum alloy 6061 body that is black and blue anodized, and a selection of branded parts (stepper motors, strain wave gear) inside the mount that ensure the NYX-101 will perform flawlessly for many years.

The Mount includes an electronic brake on the RA axis to prevent backsliding when power is off as well as safety limit stops during slew or tracking too. The Mount can be used as a German Equatorial mount or as an Altazimuth which is more suitable for visual observations.

High precision strain wave gears:

Harmonic Gears on both axes ensure high payload and a smooth backlash-free operation.
A hybrid combination of a stepper motor & belt system along with sophisticated electronics can drive the RA axis down to 0.10 arcseconds of resolution.

Supporting high imaging loads:

Counterweights are not required for weights up to 20Kg. (counterweights can be installed for higher photographic loads)

Lightweight Design:

CNC-machined aluminum alloy AL6061 used for aircraft makes the mount an excellent choice for your setup. The Mount itself weights just 6.4Kg.
From a small refractor to a fully loaded SCT 11-inch telescope, NYX-101 can easily handle the payload of your astronomy gear.

Built-in Wireless & USB Control:

NYX-101 supports wireless and USB 2 connectivity out of the box - Both technologies can work simultaneously.
Compatible with ASCOM Alpaca, LX200 protocol and Sky Safari for mobile interaction.

Power Off Brake:

A safety power-off brake is installed on the RA Axis and provides an instant safe stop during a planned or unplanned power interruption.

Additional key features:

• DC 12 Volts Battery Operation. The NYX mount requires only 12V for smooth operation, allowing you to use a standard 12V battery without additional converters. The mount consumes less than 0.6 amps during tracking and up to 2 amps during slewing.
  
• Universal Saddle Plate. The NYX mountincludes a low-profile and rigid universal saddle that accepts Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch dovetails.
  
• Integrated ST-4 Autoguiding Port. An ST-4 port is available, compatible with our dedicated NYX hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera.
  
• Built-in Electronic Leveler. Mount has an electronic leveler (tilt and pitch) which allows you to easily level the mount on ALTAZ or elevate mount to your site latitude on EQ mode.
  
• Refraction Compensation. NYX-101 includes a barometric / pressure sensor allows moun to perform refraction corrections consulting site barometric pressure, altitude.
  
• DC Output. An extra DC (GX-12) output provides up to 8A to your equipment.
  
• Reverse Voltage Polarity Safety. NYX mount has been designed with reverse voltage polarity protection. A saver if you accidentally reverse voltage or battery polarity during the night.
  
• Optional Counterweight support. The mount does not require counterweights for up to 20Kg of payloads. However, if you need to install counterweights for heavier payloads, there is a compatible M12 threaded shaft hole at the end of the DEC axis.
  
• Auto Home Slew. The automatic home position feature is implemented with encoders on both axes.
  
• ASCOM & INDI. The mount fully supports ASCOM 7, ASCOM Alpaca and INDI framework. Sky-Safari is also supported allowing you to control the mount through your mobile device.
  
• LX200 Compatibility. LX200 protocol is fully compatible with the NYX-101 mount. Any device that support LX200 such as Sky-Safari works out of the box with the mount.
  
• Mobile Control. A mobile application for IOS and Android platforms allows you to control both axes of the mount, slew to installed catalogs of thousands of night sky targets and do a rough polar alignment through an electronic polar assistant.
  
• Safety limits on RA axis. Safety limit encoders on RA Axis prevent internal cable snag or collision with the tripod.
  
• Firmware Upgrade. An easy firmware upgrade process allows you to stay up to date with bug fixes and the latest features of the mount.

Spec:

• Material: CNC machined 6061 aircraft grade aluminum alloy
  
• Mount Mode: Equatorial or Altazimuth
  
• Mount Drive: Strain Wave (Harmonic) Gear and Belt resulting reduction 500:1 (RA) and 300:1 (DEC)
  
• Load Capacity: 20Kg without counterweights - 30Kg with counterweights
  
• Weight: 6.5Kg
  
• Safety / Power Off Brake: On RA Axis
  
• Dovetail: Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch
  
• RA Motor Resolution: 0.10”
  
• Max Slew: 6 degs/sec
  
• Power Voltage: 12V DC unregulated - approx. 0.6 amps during tracking, 2 amps during slewing
• Guide Port: ST4
  
• Counterweight Shaft: M12 Shaft (1.75mm pitch) / Recommended 25cm counterweight bar.
  
• Communication: Wireless 802.11g and USB2
  
• Operating Temperature: -20° to + 50°C
  
• Manufacturers Warranty: 3 years
  
• Made in Europe (designed, assembled and tested)in Greece. Pegasus Astro carefully curate the entire manufacturing, testing and packing process.

Whats included:

1. NYX-101 Harmonic geared mount head (Tripod not included)
   
2. Power Supply 12V / 5A with GX12 jack
   
3. Soft Case Carry Bag
   
4. USB2 Type A to B Cable
   
5. Azimuth Dowel

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