Pegasus Astro NYX-101 Harmonic Geared Mount with Pre-Installed Saddle Powerbox
| Article number: | PEG-NYX101+PEG-SADDLEBOX |
| Availability: | In stock |
| Delivery time: | In Stock! |
The Perfect High Precision, High Payload Mount for Astrophotographers!
Named for the Greek Goddess of the night, the Nyx 101 mount from Pegasus Astro is a high-performing, high payload mount that is perfect for astrophotographers. It can even be used for visual observations with both alt-azimuth and equatorial modes. Made from a fully CNC machined aluminum alloy 6061 and black and blue anodized, this aesthetically pleasing mount uses a selection of branded parts (stepper motors, strain wave gear) to ensure flawless performance for many years to come!
This mount has an incredibly lightweight design, especially compared to the impressive payload capacity. Weighing in at only 6.4kg (14.1 lb.), this mount can support equipment from a small refractor to a fully loaded 11" SCT telescope. The Pegasus Astro NYX-101 mount comes with a Polemaster adapter on the front of the mount so you can pair a user-supplied QHY Polemaster for precise polar alignment. It also comes with an ST-4 port at the back of the mount, making it compatible with a simple hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera (hand controller and ST-4 guiding camera not included). The Nyx101 mount includes a set of sensors that will help you orient the mount at the correct altitude and azimuth in order to give an initial, rough polar alignment. The NYX-101 also comes with reverse voltage polarity protection. This is a lifesaver if the voltage or battery polarity is accidentally reversed.
Tons of Top-Tier Features!
Pegasus Astro has designed the Nyx-101 mount with many features that will help you make the most out of your astrophotography or observation experience! This harmonic geared mount comes with dual Alt-Az/EQ modes, a dual Losmandy/Vixen saddle plate, a safety-power break, refractive corrections, and more! With the Nyx-101 harmonic gear mount you can have a dynamic and smooth performance with every session!
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High precision strain wave gears
Harmonic Gears on both axes ensure high payload and a smooth,
backlash-free operation.
A hybrid combination of a stepper motor & belt system along with sophisticated electronics can drive the RA axis down to 0.10 arcseconds of resolution
Supporting high imaging loads
Counterweights are not required for weights up to 20Kg.
Lightweight Design
Lightweight Design, compared to the payload of weight the mount can lift
CNC-machined aluminum alloy AL6061 used for aircraft makes the mount an excellent choice for your setup. Mount weights 6.4 Kg
From a small refractor to a fully loaded SCT 11-inch telescope, NYX-101 can easily handle the payload
Equatorial or Altazimuth Mode
Mount can be used as a German Equatorial mount or as an Altazimuth, more suitable for visual observations
The mode can be switched from our PC or Mobile Application
Additional Key Features
DC 12 Volts Battery Operation
The NYX mount requires only 12V for smooth operation, allowing you to use a standard 12V battery without additional converters. The mount consumes less than 0.6 amps during tracking and up to 2 amps during slewing.
Universal Saddle Plate
The NYX mountincludes a low-profile and rigid universal saddle that accepts Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch dovetails.
Integrated ST-4 Autoguiding Port
An ST-4 port is available, compatible with our dedicated NYX hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera.
Built-in Electronic Leveler
Mount has an electronic leveler (tilt and pitch) which allows you to easily level the mount on ALTAZ or elevate mount to your site latitude on EQ mode.
Refraction Compensation
NYX-101 includes a barometric / pressure sensor allows moun to perform refraction corrections consulting site barometric pressure, altitude.
DC Output
An extra DC (GX-12) output provides up to 8A to your equipment.
Reverse Voltage Polarity Safety
NYX mount has been designed with reverse voltage polarity protection. A saver if you accidentally reverse voltage or battery polarity during the night.
Optional Counterweight support
The mount does not require counterweights for up to 20Kg of payloads. However, if you need to install counterweights for heavier payloads, there is a compatible M12 threaded shaft hole at the end of the DEC axis.
Auto Home Slew
The automatic home position feature is implemented with encoders on both axes.
ASCOM & INDI
The mount fully supports ASCOM 7, ASCOM Alpaca and INDI framework. Sky-Safari is also supported allowing you to control the mount through your mobile device.
LX200 Compatibility
LX200 protocol is fully compatible with the NYX-101 mount. Any device that support LX200 such as Sky-Safari works out of the box with the mount.
Mobile Control
A mobile application for IOS and Android platforms allows you to control both axes of the mount, slew to installed catalogs of thousands of night sky targets and do a rough polar alignment through an electronic polar assistant.
Safety limits on RA axis
Safety limit encoders on RA Axis prevent internal cable snag or collision with the tripod.
Firmware Upgrade
An easy firmware upgrade process allows you to stay up to date with bug fixes and the latest features of the mount.
ASCOM Alpaca Native Support
ASCOM Alpaca outshines classic ASCOM drivers with its platform independence, modern web standards, streamlined installation, remote control capabilities, extensibility, and open-source options. This ensures superior compatibility and user-friendly performance, making it the preferred choice for advanced astronomy applications.
The NYX-101 comes equipped with an integrated web server that seamlessly communicates with Alpaca clients natively. This integration enhances the user experience by providing easy and driverless access to mount control through ASCOM Alpaca.
Modern imaging software like N.I.N.A. automatically identifies native Alpaca devices and lists them for immediate use.