NicolaTerry

Thanks for post Paul (and link to review)

Had just about decided to go for EQM-35 pro.

Having second thoughts now???

Hi Chris,

Thanks for a very useful reply.

The polar aligning tube has worried me. I've seen suggestions that a polar scope upgrade may be in the planning (but when?)

I've looked at the forums you suggest and have come to the conclusion that I would probably have to buy a new tablet.

I do want to do some photography but my opportunities are limited, I have to travel to find an observing site. So set up time and ease of transport are important to me.

This is what drew me to this mount. However, I am also concerned about it's payload capacity, recently seen it quoted as 5kg. (although most list it as 6.8kg for photography)

I have finally decided to spend somewhat more money and go for a Skywatcher EQM-35 pro. (higher payload, polarscope, synscan controller, sturdier tripod)

Thanks for video, shots of it running with covers off were interesting, certainly looks solidly built. Demo was a bit Laurel and Hardy!

Wonder how sturdy the tripod is. 

Thanks for that link,

interesting read!

Still tempted to get one, it seems to fit my needs quite well.

Explorer Scientific iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight

Does anybody have any experience with this mount?