The USM-2 is a simple and flexible way to connect your smartphone to your APM (or similar) Spektiv with HR eyepiece and take high magnification photos and video.
Very easy to operate via ASCOM drivers or standalone software, it will make your life easier by automatically adjusting your camera field with precision.
6 kg payload, but only 0.7 kg weight
M54 connections avoid vignetting of large sensors
Comes with adaptors for 2" receptacles and M48 camera rings
Needs only 19 mm back focus
Controlled via USB 2.0, no proprietary cable needed
Uses ASCOM 6 for control, INDI support will follow
This device has 6 x USB 3.1 Ports. All ports are backwards compatible with USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 devices. Moreover, each port can deliver up to 2.5 A of current.
Ports switchable (power and data), ASCOM supported
Current of every port is monitored
Hub supplied with 12 to 14 V
Supports industrial grade temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C
WIFI connection; connect your smartphone for remote control; suitable for bird watching photography and target training; allow you to see the surface of the target in real time on your phone; greatly improve efficiency and comfort
Feature:
Universal Spotting scope WIFI Camera
The device generates its own Wi-Fi Hotspot
Mobile phone App, the app is a full-featured software application available for free
Universally Mounts directly to spotting scopes with 1.25-inch diameter eyepiece
Rechargeable LiPo Battery (estimated 1500mAh for 3-4 hour battery life)
Compatible with current Svbony Camera App
Capture pictures/videos directly through phone APP, then download and share to social media asap.
Modern autoguider like the Lacerta M-Gen are very efficient and offer a high resolution. For telescopes up to 8" aperture, even a 50 mm finder is sufficient for clean guiding with an autoguider.