DDM100 - Datasheet

ASA DDM100


ASA Direct Drive Technology with absolute encoders for high-end applications. New design based on 15 years of experience with Direct Drive mounts. Ready for the most demanding applications in pointing and tracking accuracy. Satellite tracking with optional software package. Load capacity of 100kg/220lbs on a polar wedge. Main Facts Type Alt-Azimuth (separate addon) / Equatorial Dual mounting (TWIN) No Motor ASA Direct Drive Latitude Range 0 to 90 degrees Max. load capacity 100kg (220lbs) Weight mount (without counterweight) 56kg (123lbs) Power supply Included 24 volts Software ASA Software package with a platform-independent Ascom Alpaca API (via TCP/IP), compatibility with numerous programs, and many additional API features for: • Creating and optimizing pointing files • MLPT (e.g., usable with a N.I.N.A plugin) • Uploading and tracking TLE and CPF satellite orbits • Orbit corrections when satellite tracking (autoguiding with external CCD cameras) • Focus control also via Ascom Alpaca API • Covers (if installed) via Ascom Alpaca API Max. slew speeds Up to 50 degrees per second Pointing Accuracy (20° to 85°) <8” RMS with pointing model and ASA telescope Tracking Accuracy (20° to 85° – unguided, with current pointingfile) <0,25” RMS within 5 minutes System Natural Frequency 10 Hz or greater

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