{"id":33229,"date":"2025-11-10T11:30:01","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T10:30:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&#038;p=33229"},"modified":"2026-03-20T12:04:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T11:04:16","slug":"ioptron-8409-cem26-gem28-v1-go2nova","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-8409-cem26-gem28-v1-go2nova\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron 8409 CEM26\/GEM28 (V1) Go2Nova"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>iOptron 8409 CEM26\/GEM28 Go2Nova\u00ae Manual Control.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>iOptron 8409 CEM26\/GEM28<\/strong>&nbsp;gives you direct control over your telescope - precise, smart and simple. This is the brains behind GOTONOVA\u00ae technology, one of the most advanced GoTo systems available. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced observer, with this handheld control you'll find any celestial object in seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-8409-CEM26-GEM28-V1-Go2Nova.jpg\" alt=\"iOptron 8409 CEM26\/GEM28 Go2Nova hand controller V1 with LCD display and sturdy wrist cord\" class=\"wp-image-33244\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smart controls, effortless navigation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>Go2Nova\u00ae 8409<\/strong>&nbsp;makes setting up and controlling your mount easy. The large 4-line LCD screen lets you see all the information at a glance. The clear menus guide you step by step through the process - no manual needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You simply select an object from the huge database, and the telescope automatically moves to it. Thanks to 9 motion speeds, you can follow smoothly or navigate quickly, depending on your preference. This keeps every object neatly in view while you observe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover more, set less<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a database of&nbsp;<strong>more than 150,000 celestial objects<\/strong>&nbsp;you have the entire cosmos at your fingertips. From planets to galaxies - the 8409 knows where they are and automatically brings them into view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Automatic alignment makes the start of each session quick and stress-free. Even if you're working with a GoTo mount for the first time, you'll be ready to observe within minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready for modern astronomical software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The built-in&nbsp;<strong>USB connector<\/strong>&nbsp;allows you to update the firmware or connect to popular planetarium software such as&nbsp;<strong>Stellarium<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>Cartes du Ciel<\/strong>.<br>Want to work wirelessly? Connect a Wi-Fi adapter and control your telescope from your laptop or tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What this means for you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ease of use:<\/strong>\u00a0Intuitive menus and clear screen display.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick result:<\/strong>\u00a0Find any object at the touch of a button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexible operation:<\/strong>\u00a09 motion speeds for smooth tracking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Modern connectivity:<\/strong>\u00a0USB and Wi-Fi support for software integration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complete database:<\/strong>\u00a0150,000 celestial objects for endless discoveries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>iOptron 8409 Go2Nova\u00ae<\/strong>&nbsp;Makes every observation session an effortless experience. See more. Less setting. Always in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Model<\/td><td>iOptron Go2Nova\u00ae 8409 (V1)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Compatibility<\/td><td>iOptron CEM26, GEM28 mounts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Display<\/td><td>4-line LCD, 2.17\u2033 x 0.8\u2033<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interface<\/td><td>Intuitive menu structure, backlighting<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drive speeds<\/td><td>9 adjustable speeds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Database<\/td><td>150,000 celestial objects<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alignment<\/td><td>Automatic and manual<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Connectivity<\/td><td>USB connection, Wi-Fi adapter optional<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Software compatibility<\/td><td>Stellarium, Cartes du Ciel, ASCOM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Firmware updates<\/td><td>Via USB<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Type of system<\/td><td>GOTONOVA\u00ae computerized control system<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>iOptron 8409 CEM26\/GEM28 comes with Go2Nova hand control V1, 4-line LCD display, USB connection and 150,000 object database - perfect for precise control and effortless sky observation.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":97102,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[2790],"product_cat":[56,590,3127,538],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-33229","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-ioptron","product_cat-telescoop-accessoires","product_cat-montering-accessoires","product_cat-go-to-systemen","product_cat-monteringen","product_shipping_class-licht","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"bundled_by":[],"bundle_stock_status":"instock","bundle_stock_quantity":null,"bundle_virtual":false,"bundle_layout":"","bundle_add_to_cart_form_location":"","bundle_editable_in_cart":false,"bundle_sold_individually_context":"","bundle_item_grouping":"","bundle_min_size":"","bundle_max_size":"","bundle_price":[],"bundled_items":[],"bundle_sell_ids":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":104875,"url":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/levenhuk-labzz-t3\/","url_meta":{"origin":33229,"position":0},"title":"Levenhuk LabZZ T3 - 60\/700 Refractor","author":"Abdullah Ibrar","date":"24-03-2026","format":false,"excerpt":"Levenhuk LabZZ T3 - 60\/700 Refractor comes with 4mm eyepiece, 12.5mm eyepiece, 1.5x eyepiece, 3x Barlow lens, 5x optical viewfinder, zenith mirror and aluminum tripod with accessory tray.","rel":"","context":"Similar post","block_context":{"text":"Similar post","link":""},"img":{"alt_text":"Levenhuk LabZZ T3 - 60\/700 Refractor aluminium statief met accessoirebak","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Levenhuk-LabZZ-T3-60700-Refractor-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200},"classes":[]},{"id":107604,"url":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/televue-tele-pod-advanced-azimutale-montering\/","url_meta":{"origin":33229,"position":1},"title":"TeleVue Tele-Pod Advanced \u2013 Azimuth Mount","author":"Abdullah Ibrar","date":"28-04-2026","format":false,"excerpt":"TeleVue Tele-Pod Advanced \u2013 azimutale montering wordt geleverd met aluminium statief, transporttas en biedt soepele bediening voor lichte telescopen. \u00a0","rel":"","context":"Similar post","block_context":{"text":"Similar post","link":""},"img":{"alt_text":"TeleVue Montering Tele-Pod Advanced close-up van de azimutale montagekop op zwart geanodiseerd aluminium statief met blauwe accentring op witte achtergrond","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TeleVue-Montering-Tele-Pod-Advanced-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TeleVue-Montering-Tele-Pod-Advanced-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TeleVue-Montering-Tele-Pod-Advanced-1.jpg?resize=525%2C300&ssl=1 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TeleVue-Montering-Tele-Pod-Advanced-1.jpg?resize=700%2C400&ssl=1 2x"},"classes":[]},{"id":105543,"url":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/levenhuk-skyline-travel-70\/","url_meta":{"origin":33229,"position":2},"title":"Levenhuk Skyline Travel 70 - 70\/400 Refractor","author":"Abdullah Ibrar","date":"03-04-2026","format":false,"excerpt":"The Levenhuk Skyline Travel 70 \u2013 70\/400 Refractor comes with 10mm and 20mm eyepieces, a 3x Barlow lens, a 5x24 finderscope, a diagonal prism, an aluminum tripod, and a backpack. 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