Product Description
ASIAIR PRO is a smart WiFi device. It is equipped with a lightweight power management module, ample USB interfaces, and multiple dovetail mounting methods.
With the rich features of the ASIAIR App, the whole procedure from device integration to image capture runs particularly smooth.
ASIAIR PRO is the second generation of ZWO that has been continuously improved and newly designed since the first generation of ASIAIR was released in July 2018.
Outstanding Features
1. Excellent craftsmanship, strong tactile appeal
Superb craftsmanship with a strong tactile appeal ASIAIR PRO shell is made out of aluminum and processed by CNC tech. After the surface is anodized, it not only protects the shell well, but also has a comfortable feel. The size of the whole machine is 92 x 67 x 35 mm, making its size and weight excellent, which can be easily grasped by hand.
2. Unique look and easy installation
The slot/port position of ASIAIR PRO is nice and symmetrical, with M4 and 1/4 inch openings on the bottom and the side. With the use of the dovetail, the installation and removal become easy. The whole machine adopts bright vibrant Ferrari red tones, and the front is painted with laser star maps of the constellation Ursa Minor and Ursa Major, which is very beautiful.
3. Integrated power management, more storage space
ASIAIR PRO is equipped with a lightweight power management module. There are four DC 5.5 x 2.1 mm power outputs on the side of the body, one DSLR shutter release port, two USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports each. The power supply is stable and reliable, the interface is rich and diverse, and the wiring is easy and orderly. It also comes with 84 GB of free storage, so you can capture images freely.
Note:ASIAIR PRO’s or ASIAIR Plus’s USB power supply is not enough for ASI6200/ASI2600/ASI533//ASI071MC cameras to work normally, so please use an external 12V power supply, which can be connected to the ASIAIR PRO’s power management as well.
4. LED indicator, clearly indicates the working status
The LEDs will show the working status clearly. What’s more, it has the key operation warning tone, which makes the whole operation under control.
Note: You can enhance the WiFi signal of ASIAIR by using the ZWO WiFi extender.
App Functions
ASIAIR supports both iOS and Android systems.
1. Simple APP interface, as easy as 1, 2, 3.
2. Accurate focus: After the rough focus is completed, select one star, then accurate focusing can be done through curves such as brightness and HFD. Start from version v1.5.3, the autofocus can also be completed with ZWO EAF by remote control.
3. Polar Alignment: Based on the powerful plate-solving function, you can finish arc-second polar axis alignment only within few minutes.
4. Accurate GoTo: With the rich celestial object database, precise GoTo can be achieved after selecting the target.
5. Stable guiding: Independent and stable guiding can be achieved without the PC. You can choose single-star guiding or multi-star guiding as you wish.
6. Preview mode: You can see the image of the target directly under ‘Preview’.
7. Autorun: Set the target and configure the schedule, ASIAIR will execute the imaging sequence automatically.
8. Live Stacking: You can see the stacked image (lower noise with calibration frames) of the target directly while capturing.
Single-frame
Live stacking
Nonlinear stretch
9. Video mode: This mode allows you to capture videos in order to do planetary imaging. The video can be saved as an MP4 in your phone so that you can directly share it on the social network.
10. Plan mode: Capture multiple objects in one night unattended.
Supported DSLRS & MILCS
ASIAIR PRO is a smart WiFi device that allows you to control Mainstream DSLR cameras.
Note:
1. Some DSLR cameras have a 30-second exposure limit, which requires an external shutter release cable to ASIAIR PRO.
2. The items with an exclamation mark in the table above have not been verified by actual tests and will be continuously updated in the future.
Supported ASI cameras
All ASI Mini series cameras(ASI120MM Mini, ASI174MM Mini and ASI290MM Mini)
ASI120MC-S/MM-S, ASI385MC, ASI224MC, ASI178, ASI174, ASI290, ASI462
ASI1600, ASI294, ASI183, ASI071, ASI533, ASI2600, ASI6200, ASI2400
(It does not support ASI120MM/MC camera)
Supported Mount
We have also been working closely with major manufacturers to complete bringing in the match of iOptron, Vixen, Rainbow, Avalon, Explore Scientific and other models (including some new models). For now, the ASIAIR PRO is able to support hundreds of equatorial mounts from more than 20 manufacturers worldwide. For details, please refer to the “ASIAIR PRO User Manual”.
All mounts and cameras supported with the previous version (ASIAIR)can also work with ASIAIR PRO
note:
1. If your new Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro has the connection issue with ASIAIR or ASIAIR PRO, Please download this mount OS file to fix it.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MLd0TO7yzPsiqIzVpUVn743DaEnKzox9/view
2 iOptron new batch of G series mount, such as CEM40G/GEM45G/CEM70G etc. Having connection issue with ASIAIR or ASIAIR PRO, please connect the mount to the cooled camera USB hub then to the ASIAIR or ASIAIR PRO.
Attached Method
Please note, the dovetail is attached to the ASIAIR PRO body when you receive it ; )
ASIAIR vs ASIAIR PRO
What is in the box?
- DC male 1m cable x 2
- ASIAIR PRO body
- 64GB USB memory stick
- DC 1.5m male and female cable extension cable
- DC male 0.5 m cable x2
- Quick Start Guide
- USB-RS232 female covert cable
- USB 3.0 square port 0.75m data cable
Note:
Neither USB flash drive nor TF card is covered by Warranty Policy.
Dovetail Groove for ASIAIR PRO
The dovetail groove is designed for ASIAIR PRO to connect Vixen dovetail plate. It can help achieve more convenient and flexible installation methods compared to the original dovetail plate of ASIAIR PRO.
The way how to connect it to your ASIAIR PRO:
Connection tips:
1. Remove the original dovetail plate of ASIAIR PRO.
2. Fix the dovetail groove to ASIAIR PRO with the screws you just take off from the plate.
3. It’s recommended to put the bolt towards the box side as shown in the pictures above and not to block the USB ports and status indicators.
Bob Coats – :
Hi.
Is Canon 250D supported?if not can you advise if you have plans to support it in the near future? Thanks
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Katherine Tsai – :
It does not but I will pass your message to our devs.
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Cirrus1500 – :
For the power input into the ASIAIR PRO, is the plug head 5.5×2.1mm or 5.5×2.5mm ?
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Katherine Tsai – :
Both can be connected.
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SanBrunoSky – :
Does the ASIAIR work with the celestron CPC mounts or the celestron nexstar evolution mounts? Many thanks- would like to know before placing an order. Cheers-
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Katherine Tsai – :
ASIAIR supports Nexstar and starsense handcontroller.
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myaucht – :
Hi! Is there support for Celestron mounts via AUX port? Indi driver is available and replacing inconvenient HC setup, will be very nice to have that onboard Asiair pro.
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Katherine Tsai – :
ASIAIR supports the same mounts as ASIAIR does, it supports Celestron Nexstar and Starsense.
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William – :
When will you be adding support for the Canon 90d DSLR? My ASIAIR Pro does not recognize it.
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Katherine Tsai – :
We will support more DSLR in V1.5, I will convey your message to our devs.
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Jian Li – :
Hi, I have an ASI1600MC-Cool Camera. can it work with ASIAir?
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Katherine Tsai – :
Yes.
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Borut – :
Good day
Is it possible to get a web link or a list of mounts which are supported by ASIAIR pro?
Thank you very much.
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Katherine Tsai – :
Thank you for your advice, I have conveyed your message to our devs.
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Hans-Georg Kroes – :
Hello,
I don’t find my question/ problem here. I posted it yesterday and hoped for an answer.
I bought the Asiair Pro and connected it as per manual instruction to a power source 12V. The red led (power) turns on, after that the green led (card reading). After approx. 10 seconds the Asiair Pro turns off.
Any solution to this problem?
The Asiair Pro is brand-new.
Thanks for answering to this question and providing a solution.
Regards
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Katherine Tsai – :
I think we have communicated via emails on support@zwoptical.com, please make sure the cable connection is stable and power supply is working well.
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Drew – :
I lost my DC male 1m cable, can I purchase another one?
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Katherine Tsai – :
Yes, you can also by one in a local store or online.
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Andrew F. – :
Hi, will there be added functions:
1) auto flat
20 auto focus
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Katherine Tsai – :
Thank you for your suggestions, I have conveyed your message yo our devs and will consider them.
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Hans-Georg Kroes – :
Hello,
I’ve bought the Asiair Pro and, in accordance to the manual, connected it to a 12V socket of my powerstation. As described in the manual, the red light goes on (pwr) and than the green light (card). Unfortunatly, after approx. 10 seconds, both lights go out and no function. The same occurs with my alternative powerstation.
I read about power problems with the Asiair Pro in the internet and also have seen the videos of Peter Zelinka. He connects his Asiair Pro to a 12V socket of his powerstation and it works fine. Do you have any solution here? If not I have to send back the Asiair Pro to my dealer. Possibly there may be a malfunction?
Thanks for your feedback.
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Katherine Tsai – :
Please check the power connection to see if they are connected stably. You can also send an email to support@zwoptical.com for tech help.
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Arnaldo Lopez – :
Hi,
1. I have an old Nanjing IDEA Gotostar (now iOptron). It works with a LX200 Ascom, including pulse guide. Will it work with the Asiair Pro too?
2. Does it support a Canon 5DII?
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Katherine Tsai – :
1. We did not test this mount and do not know if it is supported, you can have a try if you have one.
2. It is supported as listed in the supported DSLR table in detail page.
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eric – :
when shooting using a nikon dslr, are the images stored to the asiair, to the camera or both? Are they stored only as fits, or is there a way to store the raw files to the camera as well?
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Katherine Tsai – :
In the main camera setting page, you can choose to save the picture to DSLR and it will be in RAW format. It will be saved as a fit format into the ASIAIR SD card.
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John Hawkins – :
Tried using the ASIAIR PRO directly connected to the SKYWATCHER NEQ6 PRO (this has an RS232 connection rather than EQ6-R PRO with USB). Polar Alignment worked but I have found that tracking is always switched off. Do I still require the handset and 3 star align before connection to ASIAIR as it did with the ASIAIR V1? Thanks
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Katherine Tsai – :
If you are using EQMod to connect, you do not need to do 3-star alignment, but since you are connecting via hand controller(RS232), you will need a 3-star alignment.
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Joe – :
Hello, I have two question that needs clarification. I asked before if the Air Pro could do a meridian flip with the live stacking mode running. Your answer was yes? Are you sure about that?? It works perfect in autorun mode but does not show up on the live stacking screen and does not flip. What am I missing? 2nd question. I asked if the temperature probe worked with the focuser. I should have said does it work with the ZWO focuser for automatic focus in the AsiAir Pro.
Thanks for the Air Pro really enjoy it!
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Katherine Tsai – :
1. Sorry, there may be a mistake, ASIAIR does not support meridian flip in live stacking mode.
2. ASIAIR will support AF and AF with a temp probe soon, Maybe in V1.5
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Harit Suwannahong – :
Does it support Meade LX85 mouth?
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Katherine Tsai – :
Yes, ASIAIR supports Meade LX85.
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Richard A Jakobson – :
I have recently received my ASIAIR Pro and looking forward to trying it with my DSLR, WO Spacecat lens and Star Adventurer Pro mount using the ZWO 30F4 Miniscope/ZWO120mm mini combination for guiding. As a beginner I am struggling to find advice on this setup. The original ASIAIR appears to be significantly different so that its manual looks difficult to interpret. When will you be issuing a manual for the ASIAIR pro?
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Katherine Tsai – :
ASIAIR PRO manual will be released soon, we are working on it.
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psbenoit2007 (verified owner) – :
Hello, any idea when the AsiAir Pro will be back in stock? Placed an order 4 weeks ago, no update.
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Katherine Tsai – :
Do you have order number? You can send your order number to info@zwoptical.com and my colleague will help you check it out.
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IkaSGC – :
Hello, I’ve read a lot, but I’m still not sure.
1) Can this thing control the Celestron NexStar 127STL?
2) Does the control go through the hand control or directly to the tripod?
3) Is it necessary to set the coordinates and time on the hand controller?
Thank you
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Katherine Tsai – :
1. Yes.
2. Mount->Nexstar hand controller USB mini B port-> ASIAIR USB port.
Choose serial port, baud rate 9600. You can also connect via RJ-RS232 -> USB-RS232.
3. Yes.
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Chris Martin – :
Hi again, a few questions, please.. The proper connections to my avx mount, guide scope, ect… the avx mount is connected to the nexstar hand device which is connected to the airpro. Is the hand controller connected to the month’s hc or aux port? With guiding, the zwo 120 mini is my guide camera, do I connect the camera to the month’s autoguider port via st4 cable? Thnx. I luv the airpro so far and it’s capabilities. Just need to learn proper set up.
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Katherine Tsai – :
1. Mount->Nexstar hand controller USB mini B port-> ASIAIR USB port.
Choose serial port, baud rate 9600.
You can also connect via RJ-RS232 -> USB-RS232.
2. Guide camera connects to ASIAIR USB port or hub on the main camera.
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