Rigel Systems wifi-nFOCUS + Encoded DC motor for SCT/MAK

Rigel Systems wifi-nFOCUS: Advanced Wireless Focuser Control for SCT/MAK Telescopes

Key Features:

• Seamless ASCOM Integration: Fully compliant with ASCOM standards, ensuring compatibility with popular focus control programs.

• Temperature Compensation: Operates effectively with the included temperature sensor, allowing for precise focusing adjustments based on environmental changes.

• Power and Connectivity: Comes with USB and 12V battery power cables. Software and ASCOM drivers are included for Windows xp/vista/7/8/10.

• Compact and Efficient Design: The device measures approximately 1.5 inches in width, 4 inches in length, and 0.5 inches in thickness.

• Mobile Device Control: Full focuser control from Apple & Android phones and tablets using a web browser, enhancing convenience and accessibility.

• Highly Responsive Motor: Gear-coupled motor avoids focuser shaft binding and provides an equivalent of 4300 steps per revolution.

• Fast Focusing Capability: Supports rapid focusing with up to 300 degrees/sec rotation of the focuser knob.

• Lightweight and Non-Intrusive: The motor adds only 160 grams and does not interfere with the mount at high altitudes/declinations.

• Manual Focusing Option: Gear-coupled motor can be easily declutched for manual focusing using the focus knob.

• Wide Compatibility: Standard Celestron kits fit 6, 7, 8, 9.25, 11, 14-inch models made since 2006. Custom kits available for older scopes at no extra charge.

• Modular Design: Offers a flexible and affordable upgrade path for more features and online firmware improvements.

• Proven Reliability: Over 1000 installations since 2010, tested for compatibility with advanced autofocus software.

• Customization and Support: Responsive to special user needs and offers prompt, friendly tech support, including via email and an online forum.

• Add-On Options: Users can add bracket and gear kits to different SCTs, allowing easy swapping of the focus motor.

• Integrated Hand Controller Focusing: Features two-speed push buttons with independent manual speed control, syncing position across PC and manual adjustments.

• Standalone Operation: Capable of focusing using a wifi-connected phone or integrated push buttons without needing a PC.

• Minimal Telescope Weight Impact: Adds only 160 grams to the telescope, maintaining ease of handling and balance.

• Complete Package: Includes wifi-nFOCUS controller, USB PC cable, focus motor cable, USB to 12V DC adapter cable, focus motor with bracket and gear kit, installation instructions, and a temperature sensor.