{"id":33228,"date":"2025-11-10T11:29:58","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T10:29:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=33228"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:13:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T09:13:00","slug":"ioptron-8408-go2nova-hand-control","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-8408-go2nova-handbediening\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron 8408 Go2Nova Hand Control"},"content":{"rendered":"

The iOptron 8408<\/strong> gives you complete control over your telescope - simple, precise and reliable. With one hand control, explore thousands of sky objects without the hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Smart, fast and easy to use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Go2Nova\u00ae 8408<\/strong> combines power and simplicity. The bright 4-line LCD screen allows you to see all the information you need at a glance. The menus are logically structured, so you can effortlessly scroll through the functions and instantly understand how everything works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You move your telescope smoothly with 9 speeds. Whether you want to track slowly or navigate quickly, the 8408 responds instantly to your commands. Your object stays neatly in view so you can observe quietly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover more, set less<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With a database of more than 50,000 objects<\/strong> you don't have to search - the 8408 finds them for you. Planets, stars, nebulae or clusters: just pick a target, and the mount aligns itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alignment is easy, even for beginners. Within minutes everything is set up and you can enjoy the night sky without frustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reliable performance night after night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Built for long-term use, the 8408 performs excellently in a variety of conditions. Its sturdy construction and intuitive software make it an ideal partner for both new and experienced astronomers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Faster perception:<\/strong>\u00a0No complicated settings required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • More convenience:<\/strong>\u00a0Access thousands of celestial objects at the touch of a button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Full control:<\/strong>\u00a09 motion speeds for smooth tracking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • User-friendly design:<\/strong>\u00a0Clear screen, logical menus, intuitive operation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The iOptron 8408 Go2Nova\u00ae<\/strong> Makes every observing night more efficient and fun. Perfect for those who want to effortlessly navigate the night sky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    General<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Model<\/td>iOptron Go2Nova\u00ae 8408<\/td><\/tr>
    Type<\/td>Manual control for GoTo mount<\/td><\/tr>
    Display<\/td>4-line LCD with backlight<\/td><\/tr>
    Interface<\/td>Simple menu, user-friendly operation<\/td><\/tr>
    Speeds<\/td>9 adjustable drive speeds<\/td><\/tr>
    Database<\/td>50,000 celestial objects<\/td><\/tr>
    Alignment<\/td>Automatic and manual possible<\/td><\/tr>
    Compatibility<\/td>iOptron GoTo mounts<\/td><\/tr>
    Firmware<\/td>Serial port for updates<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    iOptron 8408 comes with intuitive Go2Nova hand controls, 4-line LCD display and 50,000 object database - ideal for precise telescope control and easy sky navigation.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":97101,"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-33228","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":33234,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-rs232-rj9-kabel\/","url_meta":{"origin":33228,"position":0},"title":"iOptron RS232 \/ RJ9 Cable","author":"","date":"10-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron RS232 \/ RJ9 comes with connection cable for Go2Nova 8407 and 8408 hand controls - 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