In order to bring computerized pointing to your Takahashi NJP (pre-1997), you will need to fit a pair of devices known as optical encoders to each axis of your mount. Part number pn-t200-n-bspec is a specially priced bundled solution that provides an Argo Navis™ Digital Telescope Computer, the optical encoders and all the necessary mounting hardware specific to your Takahashi NJP German Equatorial along with the encoder cable that is used to connect between each of the optical encoders and the Argo Navis™ Digital Telescope Computer itself.
The encoder kit is easy to install and comes with simple installation instructions including diagrams.
Click here for a scanned image of the installation diagram and here for a scanned image of the installation instructions..
Please note that most mount kits are built on demand once we receive your order. Sometimes we have kits in stock, otherwise a typical lead-time is 1 to 6 weeks from order. Please email us at sales@wildcard-innovations.com.au for a lead-time estimate on this kit.
Current pricing for this bundled product can be found by using the Bundled Special System including Argo Navis encoders, encoder mount hardware & encoder cable pull-down menu on our purchasing page.
* Additional important information required from you about your mount
Advise manufacturing date.
Please email us at
sales@wildcard-innovations.com.au
with this information or to seek additional advice.