The Hand Controller That Makes Stargazing a Breeze: Go2Nova® #8401

The Go2Nova® #8401 hand controller is iOptron's top-tier gadget, loaded with their groundbreaking GOTONOVA® tech. This system sets the bar high when it comes to automated celestial tracking. What's cool? It has a library of over 120,000 celestial objects plus 128 slots for your own favorites. Even if you're a newbie, navigating the skies just got a whole lot simpler.

Navigating Made Easy

With this hand controller and its large 8-line LCD screen, setting up your telescope and picking your next sky target is a cakewalk. Plus, it offers 9 different tracking speeds to keep your target in sight for as long as you want. Alignment is also a no-brainer thanks to the GOTONOVA® system.

User-Friendly, No Rocket Science Required

Seriously, this controller is a cinch to use. The menu is organized way better than others out there, and you get to see more info on the screen at once, thanks to the 8-line LCD.

Get More Control Over Your View

The system lets you choose from 9 different tracking speeds, so you're not stuck with a one-size-fits-all kind of deal. Keep that comet or nebula in sight for as long as you want to marvel at it.

GOTONOVA®: The Brain Behind the Operation

GOTONOVA® isn't just hype; it's a high-tech system that's ahead of its time. With its massive celestial database that even includes updatable entries like comets and asteroids, just press a button and you're off to explore the universe.

Stay Connected

The #8401 controller also rocks a USB port so you can hook it up to your computer. Perfect for firmware updates or syncing with planetarium software.

Features Overview

A whopping 120,000 celestial object database, plus 256 slots for your personal faves
8-line large LCD screen for easy reading
User-centric interface that's a breeze to navigate
USB connectivity for those essential updates and extra features
Standard issue with a variety of mounts like A-series, GotoNova Kits, SmartStar-PR, CubePro, MiniTower, and MiniTower Pro

Compatibility

Works with MiniTower Pro (#8100), MiniTower II/MiniTower (#8300-2G/#8300), and various Cube mounts
Just make sure to check your firmware version for compatibility

And hey, it's not compatible with CubePro models that use the 8408 hand controller, so keep that in mind!

Specifications

LCD	Back lit 8-line display
CPU	32-bit ARM
Control Speed	9 speed (1X, 2X, 8X, 16X, 64X, 128X, 256X, 512X, MAX)
Database	GOTONOVA® (over 120,000 object database)
USB Port	Yes
Firmware Upgrade	Yes
Computer Control	Yes (via USB port)
Protocol	ASCOM compatible

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