StellarMate X is a compact, powerful, and blazing-fast Astrophotography Controller designed to support a vast array of mounts, cameras, and astronomical equipment. Powered by robust Open Source technologies, it is meticulously designed by astrophotographers for astrophotographers.
Operating silently with zero moving parts, StellarMate X is 4x faster than StellarMate Plus, with double the memory and storage for fast, seamless control of high-resolution astro-cameras.
Quick Setup in 3 Easy Steps
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Connect Equipment: Plug your mount, camera, DSLR, focuser, or filter wheel into StellarMate X via USB or WiFi.
- Connect Device: Connect to StellarMate X from your Phone, Tablet, Laptop, or Desktop.
- Start Imaging: Control your observatory using the Ekos tool (Windows, MacOS, Linux) or the StellarMate Mobile App (iOS, Android).
The StellarMate App Capabilities
Polar Alignment
Highly accurate alignment algorithms for both GOTO and non-GOTO mounts.
Framing Assistant
Automatically center and rotate your field of view to match your desired composition.
Live Stacking
Watch fine deep-sky details emerge in real-time as frames stack and noise decreases.
Target Suggestions & GoTo
Explore customized targets for your location and GoTo with sub-arcsecond accuracy.
Gallery & Metadata
Sort, view, and export images with full metadata support to your devices.
Automation & Auxiliary Control
Automate focus, monitor weather (3-hr cloud maps), and control domes or flat panels seamlessly.
Hardware Specifications
Passive cooling design ensures 100% silent, dust-free, and fanless operation with optimized thermal dissipation.
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Gemini Lake Celeron J4125 Quad-Core |
|---|---|
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 600 |
| Operating System | StellarMate OS |
| System Memory | 8GB LPDDR4 |
| Internal Storage | 128GB eMMC Built-in |
| Expandable Storage | Micro SD up to 2TB, M.2 SSD/NVMe 2280 up to 4TB |
| USB Ports | 4x USB 3.0 Ports |
| Video Output | 2x HDMI 2.0 (Supports 4K@60Hz) |
| Networking | Gigabit LAN Port + Built-in Wi-Fi |
| Audio & Security | 3.5mm Audio Jack | Kensington Lock Slot |
| Power Supply | USB Type-C (Power delivery only) |
Mounting & Cable Compatibility
Secure the included mount adapter (2) to the back of StellarMate X (1) using two M3 screws. Connect to dovetails via the included 4x M6 screws. We recommend using the Ikarus Universal Vixen/Losmandy Clamp (3) to attach it to your dovetail (4).
Optional Serial Cables
* Mounts connecting over Wi-Fi or Direct USB do not require special cables.
| Cable Code | Supported Mount Models |
|---|---|
| IKA-201 | SkyWatcher EQ6, Syntax, Orion Atlas |
| IKA-202 | iOptron (Gotonova RJ9 handsets) |
| IKA-203 | Meade (Autostar #497) |
| IKA-204 | Meade (Autostar II) |
| IKA-205 | Celestron (RJ12 handsets) |
| IKA-206 | SkyWatcher EQ3, EQ5, EQ6 Pro, EQ8 |
| IKA-207 | SkyWatcher AZ-GTi |
Default Credentials & Resources
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Documentation & Learning
Need help? Check out the FAQ or Submit a Support Ticket (remember to include your logs).
| Brand | Ikarus Technologies |