This red box will simplify your imaging life…

TheSky Fusion™ marries TheSky Imaging Edition, the world’s single-most capable device control and image acquisition software, with intelligently designed hardware to power and remotely control your astronomical imaging equipment.

With TheSky Fusion™ you can connect your mount, camera, autoguider, focuser, filter wheel, rotator, and dew heater to TheSky Imaging Edition to control them all from your tablet, smartphone, laptop, or desktop.

Operate your equipment from any modern web browser through Wi-Fi or the VNC app.  An Ethernet port even permits a hardwired connection for an optimal experience.  Though an Internet connection is not required, TheSky Fusion takes full advantage of being on-line when connected to the Web.

TheSky Fusion attaches to your mount and simplifies system setup, maintenance, and nightly tasks for maximum productivity.  TheSky Fusion’s flexible power-output ports can drive even the most complex hardware configurations.   Four high-speed USB 3.0 ports and one legacy serial port can meet most communication needs.  If not, one of the configurable 5V DC power ports can add an optional powered 4- or 7-port USB hub to provide up to 11 total USB ports.

TheSky Fusion on a Paramount MX+ ready to image.

TheSky Fusion is the next big thing in astronomy. Please click here to find out why this is a product you’ll love to own.


TheSky Fusion Specifications

Check out the TheSky Fusion Specifications (PDF) document for details about this exciting new product.

FAQs

Q. What is the price of TheSky Fusion?

A. $1,895.


Q. When did TheSky Fusion begin shipping?

A. TheSky Fusion started shipping July 16, 2020.  


Q. Does TheSky Fusion include a power supply unit?

ATheSky Fusion does not include a power supply unit.  It can be powered using TheSky Fusion Power Supply Unit, and EGO Battery and TheSky Fusion EGO battery adapter (coming soon), or any 12V DC power supply that provides sufficient amperage to run the connected imaging equipment.


Q. What equipment can TheSky Fusion control?

A. See Supported Devices in TheSky Fusion Specifications (PDF) document for details about supported telescope mounts, cameras, autoguiders, focusers, filter wheels, and rotators.  We will update this list as additional equipment is supported.


Q. How can I connect to and control my astronomy equipment?

A. TheSky Fusion can be used to control your astronomy hardware wirelessly with Wi-Fi (as a hot spot, or connected to an existing network) or hard-wired with Ethernet from any desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet computer.


Q. Why is TheSky Fusion equipped with a GPS?

A. TheSky Fusion’s integrated GPS unit ensures that TheSky’s location, date and time are always up to date and accurate.  Always having accurate location and time means one less thing to worry about, and is essential to maintain precision telescope pointing accuracy. And, if you own a Paramount, this level of accuracy will optimize Pro Track-assisted tracking performance.


Q. What are the red and black connectors on TheSky Fusion?

A. The eight power output ports on the front panel are Anderson Powerpole® connectors.  Power cables that use these connectors are inexpensive, capable of handling high amperages, and are easy to make for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. These power ports can supply power for the most power-hungry equipment.  The output voltage on three of the eight ports is configurable.


Q. If I already own TheSkyX Professional Edition for Windows or Mac, can I transfer this license to the Linux-based TheSky Fusion™?  

A.  In short, no.  TheSky Fusion comes with TheSky Imaging Edition.  While at first glance, the TheSky Fusion’s™ software may seem identical to TheSkyX Professional Edition™ with the optional Camera Module, and the optional TPoint Module, TheSky Fusion™ includes additional functionality such as power switching, GPS integration, status screen output and Wi-Fi hot spot integration.


TheSky Fusion Equipment Power Cables

Use the tables below to determine which cables are required for your equipment.


Camera Power Cables
ModelConnectorCenter Positive?Cable
NikonKendrick Nikon cable   
CanonKendrick Canon cable  
FLI (all models)Kycon Kycon to Powerpole
QHY2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
QSI All Models2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Mallincam2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
SBIG Legacy   
Starlight Xpress2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Starlight Xpress Cooling Enhancer2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Starlight Xpress GuidersNoneN/ANone
ZWO ASI Pro2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
ZWO ASI Cool2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
ZWO ASI Planetary Cameras (Not Pro or Cool)Nonen/aNone
ZWO ASI MiniNonen/aNone

Focuser Power Cables
ModelConnectorCenter Positive?Cable
Astromechanics Canon Lens ControllerNoneN/ANone
Baader Planetarium2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Celestron2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
FLI ATLAS2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Lake Side   
MicroFocuser   
MoonLite2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Officina Stellare   
Optec2.5 x 5.5 mmYes2.5 mm Standard Cable
Pegasus Astro 2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
PrimaLuce2.5 x 5.5 mmYes 2.5 mm Standard Cable
Rigel systems   
Starizona   
Starlight Instruments Focus Boss II2.5 x 5.5 mmYes 2.5 mm Standard Cable
Technical Innovations   

Filter Wheel Power Cables
ModelConnectorCenter Positive? Cable
FLI (all models)2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
QHY   
QSI n/a n/aIntegrated into Camera
Starlight XpressNone n/a None
Xagyl CommunicationsNone n/a None
ZWO EFWNone n/a None

Telescope Mount Power Cables
ModelConnectorCenter Positive?Cable
Astro‐Physics  See AP Website
Celestron   
iOptron CEM252.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
iOptron CEM402.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
iOptron CEM602.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
iOptron CEM1202.5 x 5.5 mmYes2.5 mm Standard Cable
iOptron GEM452.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
iOptron iEQ302.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Losmandy (Gemini)2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Meade2.5 x 5.5 mmYes2.5 mm Standard Cable
Sky‐Watcher   
Software Bisque2.5 x 5.5 mmYesTheSky Fusion Ego Battery Adapter
Takahashi  

Rotator Power Cables
ModelConnectorCenter Positive?Cable
MoonLite2.1 x 5.5 mm Yes2.1 mm Standard Cable
Officina Stellare   
Optec2.5 x 5.5 mmYes2.5 mm Standard Cable
Software BisqueNone n/a None

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