The Nyx Tracker is a compact star tracking mount that is built on sound engineering and a passion for the cosmos, intended to reduce the cost of entry to tracked astrophotography.
With the signature alignment laser the Nyx Tracker is intuitive and quick to set up - set it and forget it while you enjoy your binoculars or warm up inside.
Once pointed at the earth's celestial pole, the motorized mount will precisely follow the stars so that long exposures can be made without star trails. This is how brilliant night sky images are usually made. Two motor speed settings allow for either lunar or star tracking.
The Nyx Tracker requires no previous knowledge of astrophotography. Only a camera, a tripod, and a learning attitude. Check out the Tutorials page for videos, tips, and other info!
TECHNICAL SPECS:
- Dimensions (without ballhead): 145 x 90 x 35 mm (5.7 x 3.5 x 1.4 in)
- Weight (without ballhead): 350g (0.75 lbs)
- Max recommended camera weight: 3.25 kg (7 lbs) if properly balanced
- Recommended focal length: <50mm for beginners, <100 mm for experts
- Periodic error: < 115 arcseconds
- Power source: Any external USB-C power supply
- Battery life (5000 mAh capacity): 10+ hrs at room temperature
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Alignment method: green laser +/- 0.2°. The functional temperature range of the laser is 30F (~0C) - 100F (~40C). If using the Nyx Tracker in extreme cold, at a star party, or near an airport where the laser cannot be used, the Nyx Finderscope can be purchased separately.
- Motor: stepper, accuracy +/- 0.25% of earth's rotation speed. Arduino microcontroller-driven, capable of reprogramming by the user (knowledge of Arduino language and use of IDE required)
- Drive mechanism: low-friction threaded rod
- Maximum exposure time: 1.5 hrs before driving rod must be reset by pressing the home button
- Materials: Proudly made of 3D printed PETG Polymer.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- Nyx Tracker
- Fold-out User Manual
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1-meter USB-C Cable
- Origin Connector Type A (Standard USB)
- 90-day Satisfaction Guarantee, 1-yr Warranty for Replacement or Repair
WHAT IS NEEDED TO OPERATE, BUT NOT INCLUDED:
- Camera
- Tripod
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USB-C Power Supply:
- External battery pack (such as this one)
- Computer USB Port
- Phone charger
- Universal compatibility with any USB-C supply
DOCUMENTS:
[ USER MANUAL ]
[ ARDUINO CODE, NORTHERN HEMISPHERE ]
[ARDUINO CODE, SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE COMING SOON]
[LASER CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS COMING SOON]
This is the 7th generation Nyx Tracker.
