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title: "iOptron SmartStar-A-R80 8602G GPS Computerized Telescope with Dual AltAz/EQ Mount (Terra Green)"
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# 80mm achromatic refractor lens Dual AltAz/EQ computerized mount Built-in GPS for auto location iOptron SmartStar-A-R80 8602G GPS Computerized Telescope with Dual AltAz/EQ Mount (Terra Green)

**Brand:** ioptron
**Price:** A$195
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Own the night sky — GPS-guided stargazing made effortless!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** iOptron SmartStar-A-R80 8602G GPS Computerized Telescope with Dual AltAz/EQ Mount (Terra Green) by ioptron
- **How much does it cost?** A$195 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/129245880-ioptron-smartstar-a-r80-8602g-gps-computerized-telescope-with-dual)

## Best For

- ioptron enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ioptron brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Star Navigation:** GoToNova controller with 80,000+ celestial objects database puts the universe at your fingertips.
- • **Plug & Play Connectivity:** USB port and ASCOM compatibility enable smooth integration with astronomy software and devices.
- • **Lightweight & Portable Design:** At just 12 lbs, take your telescope anywhere and never miss a cosmic moment.
- • **Seamless Dual Mount Flexibility:** Switch effortlessly between Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial modes for versatile stargazing and astrophotography.
- • **Precision Optics for Crisp Views:** 80mm fluorite-based achromatic lens delivers bright, clear images of planets and stars.

## Overview

The iOptron SmartStar-A-R80 is a computerized 80mm achromatic refractor telescope featuring a dual AltAz/Equatorial mount with built-in GPS for automatic location input. It includes the intuitive GoToNova hand controller with an 80,000-object database, 9-speed tracking, and USB connectivity for software integration. Lightweight and portable, it’s designed for both casual stargazers and aspiring astrophotographers seeking precise tracking and easy navigation of celestial objects.

## Description

Introducing the SmartStar-A R80 Dual Alt-Azimuth and German Equatorial Computerized Mount. Designed with the latest technology the 80 mm lens is crafted with a fluorite based, low dispersion glass that is ground and polished to exact specifications. The precision design is excellent for viewing bright stars, planets and their moons, as well as for bird watching and other land objects. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object. The mount --- a.k.a. the Cube, rated 4-star by Sky and Telescope Magazine is one of the most functional and flexible units on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dove-tail connection. In addition, it has built-in GPS for automatic location inputs. And at only 12 lbs. you can take it anywhere and get accurate tracking! The GoToNova hand Controller on each SmartStar is easy to use with menus for planets, stars, nebulas, and constellations. It also has a large LCD screen with more lines of content compared with the competition (so you don’t have to keep scrolling to read the screen). The controller is designed so you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go. With a database of 80,000 celestial objects, including all of the well-known galaxies, nebulae, star clusters-- not to mention the planets, sun and moon-- you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button. The SmartStar-A also comes with a built-in USB port for use with planetary/computer software and ASCOM compatible devices. The mount comes standard with an AC connection plug, USB cable, tripod, hand controller, and mount.

Review: I'm not a novice when it comes to GoTo scopes. I've had two before this one. Maybe my hopes were too high for this GPS telescope. Its just that I've always wanted a GPS scope and at this price point it was too good to be true. But when I got the scope, I was very saddened by how cheap looking everything was out of the box. Everything seemed small and plastic like it was going to fall apart if I wasn't careful. One of the bolts was also missing that had somehow made it into a deep corner of the box during shipping. Needless to say that took me forever to find. It seemed difficult to mount the scope to the dual AltAz/EQ mount due to the way it was designed to be opened 1/2 way first. I also could never could get the computer to align correctly so that it would help me find stars. I had to just use it like a manual 80mm telescope. So I ended up returning this scope. I'm never going to buy a telescope again without reading the reviews. For that kind of money you can get a better 102 refractor.
Review: I bought this telescope to replace a Meade that I could never get to reliably work. First, I knew this was a small telescope, but I was surprised it was so small that I cannot image much more that Venus, Mars, Moon and Sol. Other than viewing the sun, I am limited to using about 24-32mm focal length eyepieces which don't give much magnification. I've tried a dozen or so eyepieces and specialized filters, but I just don't get good images. I love the mount and go-to computer. The interface is simple to use and the alignment is easy. I'm amazed iOptron put such a crapy optical tube on such a great mount. My only complaint with the mount is the OTA slips even when I really tighten the knob. The telescope does not come with a finder scope and you will have to purchase one separately. It does comes with a built-in dove tail platform for the finder. The scope also doesn't come with counter weights if you are going to us it in Equatorial mode. To set up the scope you have to level the tripod legs, point it to south and level the optical tube to point north. Leveling and getting the mount pointed south (for altazmuth operation) is very important if you want the go-to to work correctly. The mount has a built-in bubble level, but you need an additional one to ensure the OTA is level. You also need a compass to ensure the mount is pointing south. The tripod is amazingly stable, but you have to fully retract the legs or it will not fit through a door; and the legs do not collapse like I am used to and I dislike having to disassemble the scope each time I want to move it outdoors. My last major complaint is the German Equatorial Mount gear screw is very long and to retract the mount box fully to use in altazmuth mode the screw presses the tripod's eyepiece tray out of plumb and prevents the tray from fully stabilizing the tripod legs. I liked the idea of controlling the scope from astronomical software using my notebook or iPad, but I found out the hard way no one makes a USB-Serial controller driver that works on a Macintosh. This isn't a problem for a PC. Also if you have to update the handbox's firmware and you have a Mac forget it--it only works on a PC. Southern Star makes a USB-WiFi controller that is iOS and Mac OS X-compliant, but I have not tried it. I was going to replace the OTA with one with better optics, but the replacement OTA cannot weigh more than 11 pounds (and the original OTA slips at 2.2 pounds). Would I buy this if I had known its limitations? No. If I could find a good LIGHTWEIGHT OTA, I'd say this is well worth the cost just for the mount.

## Features

- 80mm achromatic refractor telescope. 400mm focal length
- K10 and K20 eye pieces included
- Computerized with dual Alt-Azimuth/Equatorial Mount– The Cube- Hot Product 2008 by Sky and Telescope Magazine. 9-speed drive speed for precise tracking.
- Operates in both AltAz and EQ modes allowing for astrophotography
- Includes GoToNova hand controller, the most intuitive controller on the market. 80,000 object database plus 256 user-defined objects.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0023RRD4O |
| Brand | iOptron |
| Customer Reviews | 2.0 2.0 out of 5 stars (2) |
| Date First Available | 6 Mar. 2014 |
| Focus type | Auto Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Item Weight | 15 Pounds |
| Item model number | 8602G |
| Max Focal Length | 400 Millimeters |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 80 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 74.9 x 36.8 x 18.8 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 17.15 Pounds |
| Part number | 8602G |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 76.2 x 17.8 x 35.6 centimetres |
| Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** iOptron
- **Exit pupil:** 16 Millimeters
- **Eye piece lens description:** Achromatic
- **Finderscope:** Reflex
- **Focus type:** Auto Focus
- **Item weight:** 15 Pounds
- **Objective lens diameter:** 80 Millimetres
- **Optical tube length:** 400 Millimetres
- **Power source:** AC adapter
- **Telescope mount description:** Equatorial Mount

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ Review
*by J***S on 26 June 2012*

I'm not a novice when it comes to GoTo scopes. I've had two before this one. Maybe my hopes were too high for this GPS telescope. Its just that I've always wanted a GPS scope and at this price point it was too good to be true. But when I got the scope, I was very saddened by how cheap looking everything was out of the box. Everything seemed small and plastic like it was going to fall apart if I wasn't careful. One of the bolts was also missing that had somehow made it into a deep corner of the box during shipping. Needless to say that took me forever to find. It seemed difficult to mount the scope to the dual AltAz/EQ mount due to the way it was designed to be opened 1/2 way first. I also could never could get the computer to align correctly so that it would help me find stars. I had to just use it like a manual 80mm telescope. So I ended up returning this scope. I'm never going to buy a telescope again without reading the reviews. For that kind of money you can get a better 102 refractor.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***N on 30 April 2012*

I bought this telescope to replace a Meade that I could never get to reliably work. First, I knew this was a small telescope, but I was surprised it was so small that I cannot image much more that Venus, Mars, Moon and Sol. Other than viewing the sun, I am limited to using about 24-32mm focal length eyepieces which don't give much magnification. I've tried a dozen or so eyepieces and specialized filters, but I just don't get good images. I love the mount and go-to computer. The interface is simple to use and the alignment is easy. I'm amazed iOptron put such a crapy optical tube on such a great mount. My only complaint with the mount is the OTA slips even when I really tighten the knob. The telescope does not come with a finder scope and you will have to purchase one separately. It does comes with a built-in dove tail platform for the finder. The scope also doesn't come with counter weights if you are going to us it in Equatorial mode. To set up the scope you have to level the tripod legs, point it to south and level the optical tube to point north. Leveling and getting the mount pointed south (for altazmuth operation) is very important if you want the go-to to work correctly. The mount has a built-in bubble level, but you need an additional one to ensure the OTA is level. You also need a compass to ensure the mount is pointing south. The tripod is amazingly stable, but you have to fully retract the legs or it will not fit through a door; and the legs do not collapse like I am used to and I dislike having to disassemble the scope each time I want to move it outdoors. My last major complaint is the German Equatorial Mount gear screw is very long and to retract the mount box fully to use in altazmuth mode the screw presses the tripod's eyepiece tray out of plumb and prevents the tray from fully stabilizing the tripod legs. I liked the idea of controlling the scope from astronomical software using my notebook or iPad, but I found out the hard way no one makes a USB-Serial controller driver that works on a Macintosh. This isn't a problem for a PC. Also if you have to update the handbox's firmware and you have a Mac forget it--it only works on a PC. Southern Star makes a USB-WiFi controller that is iOS and Mac OS X-compliant, but I have not tried it. I was going to replace the OTA with one with better optics, but the replacement OTA cannot weigh more than 11 pounds (and the original OTA slips at 2.2 pounds). Would I buy this if I had known its limitations? No. If I could find a good LIGHTWEIGHT OTA, I'd say this is well worth the cost just for the mount.

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