TelescopesPlus - The #1 Online Store for Telescopes and Accessories

iOptron GoToNova 8405 Hand Controller for SmartStar - 8405

iOptron GoToNova 8405 Hand Controller for SmartStar - 8405 - Main image
$129.5 $175 In stock

Category: Telescope Accessories

iOptron GoToNova 8405 Hand Controller

Enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button! iOptron's GoToNova® computerized control system is among the most sophisticated automated tracking system currently on the market. This system features a database of 5,000+ celestial objects. This includes planets as well as many of the more famous galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and much more.  With 4 lines and 21 characters, you'll enjoy the large, easy-to-read LCD display. It's even backlit with LED's to make sure you can read the text easily in the dark.

Completing your purchase

Take a moment to review your selection and total before payment.

Preparing your order

Please consider both preparation and transit when planning your purchase.

Standard Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

Express Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

View policy
Requesting a refund

Contact the store with your order details so your request can be reviewed.

Please contact us for the refund processing timeframe before returning an item.

View policy
Delivery arrangements

The available delivery services and charges are listed below.

Standard Shipping · United States: $0.00

Express Shipping · United States: $3.99

View policy
Before arranging a return

Speak with the store before arranging a return shipment.

United States · Return window (days after delivery): 30. Return method: By mail. Return postage: Seller pays.

View policy

Customer Reviews (4.2 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Jason ★★★★★

I mounted this on my telescope for the first time last night and the GoTo tracking held a faint nebula centered for over twenty minutes without drifting. The simple push-button interface made it easy to navigate the star menu even without the manual.

Scarlett Y. ★★★★★

The database syncs in about 15 seconds after turning it on, which is faster than my old hand controller. The button clicks are satisfyingly solid, and I've had zero tracking hiccups during a full night of imaging.

Adam T. ★★★★☆

It's nice to just punch in an object and let it slew there, saved me a lot of fumbling with star charts. The only hiccup is the buttons feel a bit stiff at first, but after a few nights they loosen up nicely.