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GT SERIES AZ-EQ5 GO-TO Mount With Pier Tripod

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  • Equatorial and Alt-Azimuth Hybrid Mount
  • Adjustable pier tripod – ideal for long refractors
  • Fine adjustments of latitude and azimuth for precise polar alignment
  • Bubble level for perfect levelling
  • Metal setting circle dials allow for quick target acquisition via celestial coordinates
  • Worm gear tracking controls provide full 360° manipulation of the RA and DEC axis
  • V style telescope connection
  • Belt driven transmission for limiting backlash
  • Full Latitude range (0°-90°)
  • Freedom Find™ encoders
  • Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC)
  • Capable of mounting two OTAs simultaneously
  • Optional polar scope
  • Sky-Watcher 5 Years Limited Warranty

$2,999.99

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SKU: SWAZEQ5GTP Categories: AZ Mounts, AZ-GOTO Mounts, EQ Mounts, EQ-GOTO Mounts, Mounts

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  • SynScan GO-TO
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Description

The Sky-Watcher GT Series AZ-EQ5 Go-To Mount combines the advantages of the equatorial mount with the simplicity of the alt-azimuth system. In fact, the AZ-EQ5 is a hybrid mount usable in both these configurations. The equatorial mode is ideal for astrophotography while the alt-azimuth configuration is more practical for observation as polar alignment is not required. Moreover, two telescopes can be simultaneously mounted in alt-azimuth configuration.

The exceptional SynScan Go-To system allows full control of both R.A. and Dec. axes with 9 slew speeds and 5 arcminute pointing precision, allowing you to quickly and accurately locate objects across the night sky. The Go-To system can automatically slew the telescope on command toward planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, clusters and much more. The SynScan has 42,900 memorised celestial objects for an amazing journey in the night sky. The Deep Sky Tour function suggests a list of the most interesting deep sky objects currently visible, so even the novice astronomer can easily observe faint objects at the touch of a button. Once achieving alignment, the patented Freedom Find™ dual encoders will then keep track of your position to within 4.2 arcminutes. The mount will retain alignment even after releasing the clutches and manually pointing the scope to a new part of the sky.

The AZ-EQ5 is equipped with two SNAP ports for dual control of camera shutter release. Working with the SynScan hand control’s “Camera Control” function, a user can take batch exposures in up to 8 groups of “Exposure-time & Frames”. An indexer on the R.A. worm gear keeps track of its current position, so that the Periodic Error inherent to all worm gear driven mounts can be learned and permanently corrected for. These features make the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 a fantastic partner to high focal length telescopes and astrophotographers alike.

SynScan Features:

  • Usable in both Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial mode
  • Database with 42,900+ objects
  • Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC & SAO catalogues, Named Stars, Double Stars, Variable Stars, Named Stars
  • One, Two and Three Stars or Brightest Star Alignment
  • Autoguiding feature for astrophotography
  • Pointing Accuracy Enhancement feature (PAE)
  • Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC)
  • Unknown Object Identification feature
  • Pointing accuracy up to 5 arc min
  • Tracking rates: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
  • Slewing speeds: 1x, 2x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 500x, 600x, 800x (3.4°/sec)
  • Motor type: DC hybrid stepper motors

In The Box:

  • Hybrid German Equatorial Mount AZ-EQ5
  • Steel Pier Tripod
  • Integrated Counterweight Bar
  • Counterweight Extension Bar
  • Plate Saddle for Counterweight Shaft
  • Counterweights (2x 3.5kg)
  • SynScan Hand Controller and Cable
  • Hand Controller Holder
  • Motor Cable (for Connecting the Mounts Motors)
  • Power Supply Cord (Lighter Plug)
  • User Manual

Click to download the HEQ5 Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number SWAZEQ5GTP
Mount Type Hybrid Equatorial & Alt-Azimuth Mount
Tripod Material Steel
Telescope Mounting V Style
Payload 15kg (for Astrophotography)
Mount Head Weight 7.7kg
Pier Tripod Weight 6.1kg
Counterweight Bar Diam.  18mm
Counterweight Bar Length  162mm + 120mm (extension)
Latitude Range 0° – 90°
Azimuth Range +/- 15°
Power Requirement DC 12~16V – 3A
Point Accuracy up to 5 arc. min.
Slewing Speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X)
Guiding Speed 0.125X, 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X
Motors Resolution approx. 0.25 arc-second (5184000 Counts/Rev.)
Encoders Resolution approx. 4.2 arc-minutes (5144 Counts/Rev.)

Tour the night sky at the touch of a button

All Sky-Watcher Goto telescopes are equipped with either a SynScan hand controller or Wifi Adaptor. Please check product specifications before purchasing.

For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a high-precision computerised Go-To telescope mounting system for imaging or visual applications, the family of SynScan TM Pro Series mountings are the answer. All SynScan TM Pro Series models are premium-grade observing platforms which have been thoughtfully designed for ease of operation. With the user-friendly push-button hand control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes a walk in the park. The SynScan TM hand control allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observation sessions.

Common Features:

WIFI Capability
Give your Sky-Watcher GOTO mount WiFi capability with the plug-in Wi-Fi Adapter. Connect the mount to the SynScan App using the adapter and control your telescope wirelessley with your mobile device.
The MINI AZ-GT Mount has built-in Wi-Fi capability so just connect the mount and control your telescope wirelessley with your mobile device.

Download the app from Google Play or Apple App Store.

SynScan Computerised Handset
Features include ongoing firmware updated from the internet. Pointing accuracy enhancement (PAE), and capacity to store star alignment data. Accepts GPS Mouse for convenient entry of time, date and location.

42,900+ Object Database
Including planets, named stars, double-stars, variable stars & user defined objects.

Object Catalogues
Messier, IC, NGC & Caldwell

Click here to download the SynScan TM Pro Series manual

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5 Year Warranty

All Sky-Watcher products have a 5 year manufacturer warranty (not transferable).

For more information click HERE.

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