Azimuth mount with high-precision absolute encoders on both axes and high-performance motor drives
The AZ2000 HPS is a further development of the earlier AZ2000. It is an altazimuth mount based on the mechanics of the GM2000 HPS. The AZ2000 HPS is a very versatile mount for research purposes, perfectly suited for satellite tracking, photometric and astrometric measurements, LiDaR laser applications and much more.
Due to its azimuth design, an image rotator is required for astrophotography. With an image rotator, "classic" astrophotography with the usual 10 micron precision is also possible.
The standard version comes with a counterweight bar and only allows the telescope to be mounted on one side of the mount. A double telescope (DT) version is available as an option, which allows two or more optics to be used side by side. This optimises the load on the mount and utilises the advantages of the azimuth design.
Scope of delivery:
- AZ2000 HPS mount with integrated precision absolute encoders
- Control box with onboard intelligence (Linux processor)
- V. 2 – HPS version firmware
- Stand-alone system (no PC required)
- Professional handcontroller with graphic display and temperature control
- cable
- Counterweight bar
- Transport box
