Gotomote

Gotomote

Handheld telescope controller

5 ratings
7 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 4, 2018
  • January 7, 2019
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Control your telescope mount with this handheld device. It offers easy setup, star alignment, and advanced features for guiding and tracking celestial objects. Access a comprehensive database of astronomical objects.

Handheld GoTo controller for OnStep mounts
Database of Quasars, Messier, Galaxies, and Bright Stars
One, two, or three-star alignment
Customizable parking functionality
Pulse-guiding and object centering
PEC programming and GoTo speed settings
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What's New in Gotomote

3.0

January 7, 2019

• Improved and even more accurate celestial objects data. • Added Caldwell Catalogue and Bright Stars for Goto or tracking. • Fix for coordinate convention. • Added search feature for all the objects for Goto and Star alignment for quick navigation. • Various user interface fixes.

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Crashes

Trying to use with onstep and it crashes making it unusable. Also the status window is behind the notch and unreadable.

Not maintained any more?

- App crashes on alignment.
- App crashes on selecting a Catalog for GoTo.

This was never fixed since years. I use the OnStep smart hand co troller. The app only for setting time/date/location once. But this simply can also be done via any browser in the onstep web app. Sad, because this is the only app for iOS for OnStep. Probably the developer wakes up some day or brings this to the OpenSource community, so this would be fixed within days, I am sure.

@dev: please no offense , but simply not usable any more.

Cheers, Axel
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L’app non funziona

L’app si chiude automaticamente appena si vuole allineare o cercare un oggetto ecc

Endlich 🤩

Darauf habe ich gewartet.
Endlich ist OnStep auch für Apple user ein Erlebnis geworden 👌🏻
Danke dafür.
Vielleicht noch ein Update was Anordnung und Farben der Schaltflächen angeht, das wäre ein Traum. (Wählbare Themen)

Great app for onstep

Thank you for this wonderful app.

It is intuitive, works great and gave my old iPhone 6 a chance to survive. I am using the old phone on my mount.

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FAQ

What is Gotomote?

Gotomote is a free handheld GoTo controller designed specifically for OnStep telescope mounts. It simplifies telescope operation by providing an intuitive interface for alignment, object finding, and tracking.

What astronomical objects can I find with Gotomote?

Gotomote includes a comprehensive database featuring Quasars, Messier objects, a vast collection of Galaxies, and a named Bright Star catalog, making it easy to locate and observe a wide range of celestial bodies.

How does Gotomote handle telescope alignment?

You can align your telescope using one, two, or three stars. A one-star alignment gets you started quickly, while two or three-star alignments help correct for polar axis misalignment and cone error for greater accuracy.

Can Gotomote control telescope tracking?

Yes, Gotomote allows you to set the tracking rate, enable compensated tracking, adjust the rate, and switch tracking control. It also supports pulse-guiding for astrophotography.

What are the advanced features of Gotomote?

Advanced features include PEC programming for precise tracking, setting GoTo speed, adjusting backlash for RA and Dec axes, and customizable parking functionality where you can set and recall park positions.

Is Gotomote available on multiple devices?

Gotomote is supported on iPhones and iPads, allowing users to control their telescopes from their preferred Apple mobile devices.

How often is Gotomote updated?

The latest version, 3.0, was released on January 7, 2019. While updates may not be frequent, the app is stable and functional for its intended purpose.

Does Gotomote have ads?

No, Gotomote is a free application and does not contain advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted user experience while controlling your telescope.