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Introducing SPOD – the Smart Telescope Pod by DeepSkyDad. Designed as a compact, automated enclosure for smart telescopes, SPOD provides protection, remote control and easier permanent installation for gardens, terraces, observatories, remote setups and dark-sky locations.

SPOD currently supports the Seestar S30 Pro in Alt-Az and EQ modes and the Seestar S50 in Alt-Az mode. We also plan to test and support additional smart telescopes, including the DWARF Mini.

Innovative enclosure and weather protection

• Automated opening and closing
• Manual open and close buttons
• Automatic closing for added equipment protection
• Innovative inclined cover designed
• Integrated drip edge directs water away from the enclosure
• Passive cooling and optional heating
• Designed to protect the telescope from rain, snow, wind, dew and changing outdoor conditions
• Suitable for permanent and semi-permanent installations

Smart telescope compatibility and mounting

• Seestar S30 Pro
  • Alt-Az mode
  • EQ mode with optional EQ bracket
• Seestar S50
  • Alt-Az mode
• Support for additional smart telescopes is planned*
  • DWARF Mini testing planned
  • Further models will be added after compatibility testing
• CNC-milled aluminium mounting base
• Compatible with standard tripods (TH40 or similar)
• Stand-off legs included
• 3/8″ mounting bolt included
• Removable upper section for easier telescope installation, removal and alignment

Smart control and power

• Wi-Fi connectivity
• Remote open and close control
• Automatic closing
• Seestar status monitoring
• Optional heating control
• Manual controls remain available without Wi-Fi
• 12V DC power input

Optional EQ-mode setup and accessories

• EQ-mode bracket compatible with the ZWO TH10 wedge
• Designed and tested for easier Seestar S30 Pro EQ-mode installation
• AllSky camera enclosure
• Mini PC enclosure
• Internal enclosure heating
• Additional weather sensors
• Custom mounting and integration solutions
• Modular design for future accessories and telescope support

* Support for additional smart telescopes is under development and will be confirmed after testing.