Cloud Break Optics

NYX Hand Controller

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$142.67 $192.8 In stock

Category: Mount Accessories

The NYX Hand Controller serves as an addon made for use with the NYX-101 mount.

Description

Designed with the discerning visual astronomer in mind, it offers access to essential features, enabling users to effortlessly access mount information, swiftly navigate to precise coordinates, and explore renowned celestial targets and catalogs.

Elevate your stargazing experience with the seamless functionality of the NYX Hand Controller.

One Cable Operation

Simply connect the spiral cable to the NYX mount, and you’re all set to embark on your astronomical journey. This seamless integration ensures a hassle-free setup, allowing you to focus on exploring the wonders of the cosmos without any complications.

Easy Control

The integrated button keypad offers a swift and efficient interface, empowering users to easily select a desired slew rate and seamlessly maneuver the RA and DEC axes. This intuitive control system enhances precision and responsiveness, allowing for swift adjustments to optimize your observational experience.

Large Display

The expansive red film display guarantees effortless visibility of all functionalities without compromising your night vision. Buttons are also red illumunated that fade out automatically during inactivity.

Feature Set

  • Select Slew Rate and Move Axes
  • Tracking Modes
  • Star and Polar Alignment
  • Goto Home / Park / Unpark
  • Object Catalogues (Goto)
  • Switch between Equatorial and Alt-Az
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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Amelia Z. ★★★★★

Was a bit nervous about the button layout at first, but the tactile feedback when slewing is so precise I can finally nail faint targets on my first try. The dual-speed controls make fine adjustments effortless.

Matthew P. ★★★★★

The layout is intuitive enough that I barely needed the manual, and the buttons give a nice tactile click that works well even with gloves on a cold night. It pairs cleanly with the mount and gets me to my targets without fuss.

George ★★★★★

Finally, a hand controller that doesn't feel like a toy. The layout is intuitive enough that I could navigate the alignment routine without even looking at the manual.