This is the new IDEA Engineering Focusmate BETA version. We have a limited supply of these and they are made by hand in California. We welcome ideas and suggestions on improvements for the V1 to be released next year. Anyone who buys the BETA version can upgrade to the production version for free when they come out.

This is a Bluetooth-enabled focuser and is designed to belt focus and camera lens with an external focus ring. The Bluetooth hand controller and motor can also be used in any number of applications from telescope focus and to remote motor control of any device needing such control.

Currently, we are using the simple Blueconnect software for focusing and speed control. We are developing our own app which will have more options including temperature readout. The final app will also be ASCOM compliant so this can be used by astronomy applications.

This BETA version hand controller is made from Plexiglass, has a focus in and focus out button, digital readout, lighting control, speed control, on/off switch and temperature sensor. It runs off 12V DC, and with a built-in bridge rectifier, polarity is irrelevant.  On the backside of the hand controller is a magnetic plate to attach it to any ferrous surface. It also comes with a magnetic hook to hang the hand controller. Future offerings will include other accessories for this magnetic back.

The Focusmate hardware is also compatible with Robofocus motors.

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE DELUXE KIT:

• 2 x IDEA-008 extra height dovetails with bolt hardware
• 1 x Bluetooth Hand controller
• 1 x Magnetic Hook
• 1 x Focus Belt
• 1 x NEMA-17 motor
• 1 x 12V power supply
• 1 x Focusmate mounting assembly

*Camera not included