Pour quel usage choisir la Pegasus NYX-88 ?

Monture harmonique de voyage pour l'astrophotographie : 14 kg sans contrepoids, jusqu'à 20 kg avec, pour 5 kg de tête. Capacité conseillée en astrophotographie : 15 kg, soit 75 % de la charge annoncée, pour garder un suivi précis.

Qu'est-ce qui distingue la Pegasus NYX-88 des autres montures ?

Wi-Fi et USB intégrés, compatible ASCOM Alpaca et INDI, frein sur l'axe AD et sortie 12 V jusqu'à 8 A pour alimenter le matériel embarqué.

La Pegasus NYX-88 a-t-elle besoin de contrepoids ?

Non, jusqu'à 14 kg d'instrument. Au-delà, et jusqu'à 20 kg, il faut ajouter une barre et un contrepoids (M12, barre en option).

Quelle alimentation prévoir pour la Pegasus NYX-88 ?

La Pegasus NYX-88 s'alimente en 12 V DC. Consommation : 0,5 A en suivi, 2,5 A en pointage.

Quel trépied utiliser avec la Pegasus NYX-88 ?

La Pegasus NYX-88 est vendue sans trépied. Dans notre catalogue : Pegasus Astro — Demi-colonne NYX-88 pour trépied acier EQ6 , Pegasus Astro — Demi-colonne NYX-88 pour trépied carbone Pegasus . Une extension de colonne est recommandée avec un tube long, pour qu'il ne touche pas les pieds en visant près du pôle.

Comment piloter la Pegasus NYX-88 ?

La Pegasus NYX-88 se pilote avec un smartphone ou une tablette en Wi-Fi ou un ordinateur en USB (ASCOM, INDI). Pour l'autoguidage (port ST4), une lunette guide comme la 52 Guide Scope ou la Sky-Watcher EVOGUIDE-50ED convient.

Pegasus Astro — Monture NYX-88 | Deep Space Astronomy

Name: Pegasus Astro — Monture NYX-88 | Deep Space Astronomy
Brand: Pegasus
Price: 1699.00 CHF
Availability: BackOrder

Product description

Pegasus Astro NYX-88 - Compact and powerful Harmonic Drive mount

NYX-88-1

Visit NYX-88 is a compact German equatorial mount with harmonic drive, designed for astrophotographers and observers on the move. With a load capacity of 14 kg without counterweight and a dead weight of just 5 kg, it offers exceptional portability without compromising performance.

Main features :

Load capacity : 14 kg without a counterweight, up to 20 kg with a counterweight
Frame weight : 5 kg
Operating modes : Equatorial (EQ) and Altazimutal (AZ)
Training : Strain wave gears on RA and DEC axes
Resolution of the RA axis: 0.15 arcsec
Maximum pointing speed : 5°/s
Power supply : 12V DC, 0.6A power consumption in tracking mode, up to 2.5A during movement
Compatibility : ASCOM, ASCOM Alpaca, INDI, LX200, SkySafari
Connectivity : Built-in Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, ST-4 port for autoguiding
Operating temperature range : -20°C to +50°C
Warranty: 3 years

Mechanical and electronic design :

The frame is machined from aerospace-grade 6061 aluminum, ensuring both strength and lightness. Stepper motors combined with harmonic gears provide smooth, backlash-free tracking with minimal periodic error. An electronic brake on the RA axis prevents any unwanted movement in the event of a power outage.

Advanced features :

No counterweight mode : Holds up to 14 kg without the need for a counterweight
Safe power supply : Reverse polarity protection and an 8A DC output (GX-12) to power your equipment
Automatic positioning : Automatic return-to-home function using encoders on both axes
Software compatibility : Control via the Unity mobile app (iOS/Android), PC, or handheld controller
Firmware update : Easy updates via USB or Wi-Fi

Accessories included:

12V / 5A power supply with GX12 connector
USB 2.0 Type A to B cable
Soft carrying bag

Optional accessories :

NYX-HC hand controller
PEG-TRPD88 carbon fiber tripod
Half Pier for carbon or EQ6 tripods
Additional power cables and adapters
Saddle Powerbox for Optimized Power Distribution

Visit NYX-88 is the ideal solution for astronomers and astrophotographers looking for a lightweight, high-performance and versatile mount, suitable for both travel and fixed installation.

For more information, see the official product sheet: Pegasus Astro NYX-88

Reference and Configuration

Brand	Pegasus Astro
Manufacturer reference	PEG-NYX88
Model / Configuration	NYX-88 Mount

How do I check for compatibility?

Before setting up your system, compare the exact part number, generation, and connection types of your equipment with the manufacturer’s documentation. An accessory from a different generation is not necessarily interchangeable.

Documentation: Pegasus Astro, manufacturer information. To verify a specific setup, provide Deep Space Astronomy with the reference number PEG-NYX88.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Pegasus NYX-88 best suited for?

Harmonic travel mount for astrophotography: 14 kg without counterweights, up to 20 kg with counterweights, for a 5 kg head. Recommended capacity for astrophotography: 15 kg, or 75 % of the advertised load, to maintain accurate tracking.

What sets the Pegasus NYX-88 apart from other frames?

Built-in Wi-Fi and USB, compatible with ASCOM Alpaca and INDI, brake on the AD axis, and a 12 V output rated up to 8 A to power onboard equipment.

Does the Pegasus NYX-88 need counterweights?

No, up to 14 kg for the instrument. For weights above that and up to 20 kg, you must add a bar and a counterweight (M12, bar sold separately).

What power supply should I use for the Pegasus NYX-88?

The Pegasus NYX-88 is powered by 12 V DC. Current consumption: 0.5 A in tracking mode, 2.5 A in pointing mode.

Which tripod should I use with the Pegasus NYX-88?

The Pegasus NYX-88 is sold without a tripod. In our catalog: Pegasus Astro — NYX-88 Half-Column for EQ6 Steel Tripod, Pegasus Astro — NYX-88 Half-Column for the Pegasus Carbon Fiber Tripod. A column extension is recommended with a long tube, so that it does not touch the feet when aiming near the pole.

How do you fly the Pegasus NYX-88?

The Pegasus NYX-88 can be controlled using a smartphone or tablet via Wi-Fi, or a computer via USB (ASCOM, INDI). For autoguiding (ST4 port), a guide scope such as the 52 Scope guide or the Sky-Watcher EVOGUIDE-50ED is appropriate.

Technical specifications