Losmandy Gemini 2 Retro-Fit Kit for GM-8, G-11, HGM200 & G9 Equatorial Mounts

• Add computerized "Go-To" capability to your Losmandy GM-8, G-11, HGM200, or G9 equatorial mount with the Gemini 2 Retro-Fit Kit!

• The Gemini 2 is a DC servo based GOTO computerized positioning system, and includes a touch screen hand controller that is a joy to use.

• The Losmandy Gemini II Retro-Fit Kit includes the main control unit, hand controller, two servo motors, two control boxes, and all the required cables and mounting hardware.

The Losmandy Gemini 2 Go-To System is a servo motor based computerized positioning system for the Losmandy Mounts. Losmandy has updated the Gemini GoTo System to include a newly enhanced CPU and increased memory. Perhaps most impressive is the interactive color touch screen that comes with the Losmandy Gemini 2 Go-To System.

The Gemini 2 Go-To System Retrofit Kit can be installed on the Losmandy, GM8, G11 and HGM200 & G9 Mounts. This system is incredibly precise and the choice of astro photographers world wide. Precise object tracking is achieved as a result of the servo motor system Losmandy utilizes. The servo motor system runs with a continuous and smooth rotation, for better tracking. Further, the Losmandy system has an elevated level of torque which allows it to produce slewing rates of up to 8° per second with the GM-8 mount, 6° per second with the G-11 and 5° per second with the HGM Titan Mount. The Losmandy Gemini system is a great instrument for use in the field because it can be run as a stand alone system. With a 40,000 object database and an illuminated Color LCD touch screen, this mount is a pleasure to use. Powering the unit is simple; all you need is a 3A, 12-18 Volt DC power supply. Check out our list of specifications and features pertaining to the Losmandy Gemini 2 Drive System:

• Full Color Graphic Touch Screen clearly displays all functions
• Classic four-button pattern for guiding, centering, moving, and slewing on both the touch screen and on a tactile membrane on the rear surface
• Support for the original four-button controller
• Can be used on all Losmandy GM8, G-11, & Titan mounts
• Custom mount support using the Programmable Gear Rate function
• 0.5 arcsec positional accuracy
• DC Servos for improved accuracy, with higher torque than stepper motors
• GPS-compatible with optional receiver
• Stand-alone system: No PC is required for operation
• English, German, French, & Spanish displays
• Ethernet 10/100 with full IP function permits operation from anywhere using a browser, ASCOM, or app over the web or serial port
• Non-Volatile Memory and Real-Time Clock
• Over 40,000 objects stored in the database
• USB ports: Virtual COM to PC, ASCOM or planetarium program
• Port F: multi-function serial port; for A/D Input or Output
• Firmware upgrade via internet
• PEC: Periodic error correction
• Auto-Guide port (TTL)
• Dual 12~18 VDC input/output (3.0 A)
• Tiltable control panel, for easy access during operation

   

• 168 BSL
• 303 Combined_Constellation_Stars
• 5437 IC
• 1125 LBN
• 1787 LDN
• 110 Messier Objects
• 8290 NGC (New General Catalog)
• 1143 PN
• 17636 SAO (Smithsonian Ap. Obs.)
• 313 Sh2
• 223 Southern_Constellation_Stars
• 3988 WDS

The CPU on the Gemini 2 System uses a mounted PC board as its base. This is a proven set up and is one of the most reliable in the field today. The main board has auto-guider and accessory ports, for full remote control (via the web) of the system from a computer from anywhere in the world. The Gemini 2 uses a Meade LX200 inspired command set. Clock and location information can be updated through a Losmandy GPS accessory that is sold separately.