{"product_id":"ikarus-stellarmate-x-128gb-840-128gb","title":"Ikarus StellarMate X 128GB (840-128GB)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIkarus StellarMate X 128GB\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Fast StellarMate X Astrophotography Controller:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ql-indent-1\"\u003eIntel Gemini Lake Celeron J4125 Quad-Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ql-indent-1\"\u003e8GB DDR4 RAM \u0026amp; 128GB Storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ql-indent-1\"\u003e4x USB 3.0 Ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ql-indent-1\"\u003eHDMI\/Ethernet\/WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ql-indent-1\"\u003eAdapter to Dove Plate Clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ql-indent-1\"\u003ePre-loaded with SM OS, no 3rd party software needed!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/smx_12001_480x480.jpg?v=1705417037\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStellarMate X\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and powerful Astrophotography Controller that supports numerous Mounts, Cameras, and other astronomical equipment. Powered by Open Source technologies and designed and built by Astrophotographer for Astrophotographers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt provides unparalleled freedom in selecting your favorite platform to remotely control your equipment. You can use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edu.kde.org\/kstars\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eEkos astrophotography\u003c\/a\u003e tool on Windows, MacOS, or Linux. Furthermore, use StellarMate App on iOS and Android to automate your complete astrophotography workflow. \u003cstrong\u003eStellarMate X\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cem\u003esimple\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect your equipment (Mount, Camera, DSLR, Focuser, Filter Wheel..etc) to StellarMate X via USB or WiFi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect to StellarMate X from either your Mobile, Tablet, or Laptop\/Desktop Computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart controlling your observatory and image from any major platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStellarMate X\u003c\/strong\u003e is quiet with no moving parts. It is four times faster than its predecessor \u003cem\u003eStellarMate Plus\u003c\/em\u003e and comes with double the storage and memory capacity enabling fast and seamless control for the most demanding and high-resolution astro cameras. It features a special VESA mount to secure it to standard dovetails and clamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe feature rich companion StellarMate App provides many functionalities:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHighly accurate Polar Alignment for both GOTO and non-GOTO mounts. Achieve the perfect polar alignment! \u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/polar_alignment_480x480.jpg?v=1705417343\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFraming Assistant to automatically center and rotate your field of view to match your desired orientation. What you see in the App \u003cem\u003eis\u003c\/em\u003e what you get in your camera.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/framing_480x480.jpg?v=1705417545\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLive stacking to get spectacular images. See the fine details pop out as you receive more frames and increase the signal-to-noise ratio.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/livestacking_480x480.jpg?v=1705417579\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet pin-point stars with tried-and-tested focusing algorithms suited to both fast and slow focal ratios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore a tailored list of targets suited for your current time and location. One-click goto to center the target in your camera with sub-arcsecond accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/targets_480x480.jpg?v=1705418133\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eGallery viewer with rich metadata support. Find and sort your images or export to your mobile device and computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/gallery_480x480.jpg?v=1705418172\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eGet up-to-date weather and sky quality data including 3-hour cloud coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/weather_480x480.jpg?v=1705418197\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eControl your dome, dust cap, flat-field light sources, and many more auxiliary equipment with our extensive equipment support.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMount Adapter\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e(See image) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect the included mount adapter \u003cstrong\u003e(2)\u003c\/strong\u003e by securing it to the back of StellarMate X \u003cstrong\u003e(1)\u003c\/strong\u003e with two M3 screws. The adapter provides threads that may be used to connect to external rings or dovetails using the included 4x M6 screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended to use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stellarmate.com\/products\/ikarus-universal-vixen-losmandy-clamp-detail.html\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eIkarus Universal Vixen\/Losmandy Clamp\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(3) \u003c\/strong\u003e(sold separately) to attach StellarMate X to your Vixen\/Losmandy dovetail \u003cstrong\u003e(4)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on your mount, you may need to purchase an additional cable to connect mount to StellarMate X. Mounts that are connected over WiFi or USB usually do not require special cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e         \u003cstrong\u003eCable\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSupported Mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e   IKA-201 SkyWatcher EQ6, Syntax, Orion Altas   IKA-202 iOptron (Gotonova controller) for older-style RJ9 handsets. Not required for Direct USB connection to mount.   IKA-203 Meade (Autostar #497 controller)   IKA-204 Meade (Autostar II controller)   IKA-205 Celestron (Hand controller) for old-style RJ12 handsets. Not required for newer handsets with USB.   IKA-206 SkyWatcher EQ3, EQ5, EQ6 Pro, EQ8   IKA-207 SkyWatcher AZ-GTi    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePasswords\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe default StellarMate OS password is smate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe default StellarMate WiFi HotSpot password is stellar@mate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStellarMate X\u003c\/strong\u003e leverages a passive cooling technology, and has a good thermal dissipation to prevent overheating. No fan no noise, reaching a totally silent, dust free performance:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPU\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intel Gemini Lake Celeron J4125 Quad-Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPU\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intel HD Graphics 600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating System\u003c\/strong\u003e: StellarMate OS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4GB LPDDR4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 64GB eMMC Built-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Micro USB up to 2TB, M.2 SSD\/NVMe 2280 up to 4TB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x USB 3.0 Ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x HDMI 2.0 port, support 4K@60Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x 3.5mm Audio jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Gigabit LAN Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Kensington Lock Slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x USB Type-C (Only for power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIkarus StellarMate x \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected Power Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Warranty \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor new users without any prior experience in astrophotography, using StellarMate effectively can take a bit of a learning curve (like everything else) especially given the breadth of the features provided. Here are some useful resources to get your started:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stellarmate.com\/support\/first-time-setup.html\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eFirst Time Setup\u003c\/a\u003e tutorial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=un2KVJY3Yis\u0026amp;list=PLn_g58xBkqHvRP34aR5midrDXx2TBbFPg\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eStellarMate Video\u003c\/a\u003e tutorials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6G45DbEoP5s\u0026amp;list=PLn_g58xBkqHuPUUOnqd6TzqabHQYDKfK1\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eEkos Video\u003c\/a\u003e Tutorials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stellarmate.com\/downloads\/documentation.html\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eOffline Manual\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIkarus StellarMate's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarmate.com\/index.php?option=com_content\u0026amp;view=article\u0026amp;id=38\" target=\"null\" title=\"null\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ikarus Technologies","offers":[{"title":"No power cable","offer_id":44563718078693,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB","price":489.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SkyWatcher EQ6 \/ Syntax \/ Orion Atlas","offer_id":44563718111461,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-1","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"iOptron (Gotonova controller)","offer_id":44563718144229,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-2","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Meade (Autostar #497 controller)","offer_id":44563718176997,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-3","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Meade (Autostar II controller)","offer_id":44563718209765,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-4","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Celestron (Hand controller)","offer_id":44563718242533,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-5","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SkyWatcher EQ3 \/ EQ5 \/ EQ6 PRO \/ EQ8","offer_id":44563718275301,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-6","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SkyWatcher AZ-GTi","offer_id":44563718308069,"sku":"IKA-840-128GB-7","price":531.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/ikarus-stellarmate-x-128gb-840-128gb-astronomy-plus-1.png?v=1715808344","url":"https:\/\/istronomyplus.com\/products\/ikarus-stellarmate-x-128gb-840-128gb","provider":"Astronomy Plus – Telescopes \u0026 Astrophotography Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}