Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 SynScan GPS w/pier tripod

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Equatorial / Alt-Az Motorized GoTo Mount

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Your Price: CAD2,967.20

Retail Price:CAD3,115.56

Your Savings:CAD148.36(5%)

Part Number: S30200

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AZ-EQ5 Polar Scope (+CAD149.00) AZ-EQ5 Pier Extension (+CAD109.00) AZ-EQ5 Counterweights (+CAD69.00)

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Product Highlights

Three Mount Configurations
Alt-Az, Equatorial, Dual OTA
Motorized and Computer-Guided Mount
Ten Slew Speeds from 1x to 1000x
SynScan 42,900-Object Hand Controller
One / Two / Three-Star Alignment
Flash Upgradeable via Internet Download
Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Tripod
Dual Vixen Saddles
Secure-Fit Power Supply Connections

Designed and built to provide a versatile platform for astronomers and astrophotographers of all levels, the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Equatorial / Alt-Az Motorized GoTo Mount is outfitted with precision motors, a quiet low-backlash belt drive, a computer controller and sturdy tripod to provide an ideal platform for observation and imaging. This unique mount ships configured as a German Equatorial mount capable of long-term RA tracking when properly polar aligned. To expand its versatility and usability, it can be reconfigured to an alt-azimuth mount, and with a simple mode change on the hand controller it will function flawlessly with dual-axis tracking. For star-parties or separate observation and imaging rigs, it can be converted to a dual-OTA set up.

The SynScan system has an internal database of 42,900 celestial objects including the complete Messier, NGC and IC catalogs and 25 user-defined objects. To keep it current its firmware is updatable through the built-in serial port via updates downloaded through the Internet. With multiple alignment options, ten slew speeds, and automatic tracking capabilities, finding and keeping objects centered in the field of view is easy no matter if you're viewing the fast-moving Moon or much slower deep space subjects.

Mount Configurations

Three configurations based on need
Equatorial mode: Precise astronomical tracking for observation and imaging
Alt-Az mode: General purpose celestial and terrestrial viewing
Dual OTA mode: The ability to mount two optical tube assemblies, opposed to each other, on a single mount for star-parties, or separate observation and imaging rigs

SynScan Hand Controller

Wired hand-held computer controller for mount
42,900 object database including the complete Messier, NGC and IC catalogs
25 user-defined objects
Alignment assistance: One / two / three-star alignment
Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) removes inaccuracies inherent in gears and allows for more accurate tracking, especially for long-exposure astrophotography
Connect to a computer via user-supplied RS-232 cable
Flash upgradeable via internet download

Mount

Low backlash belt drive with silent slewing
±5 arc seconds native periodic error
Dual shutter release control for batch exposures of astrophotography
Dual-axis and Equatorial tracking modes
Tracking rates: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Primary axis encoder tracks mount position and enables users to move mount manually without having to realign
1.8° Hybrid Stepper Motor
Slew speeds: 1000x, 800x, 600x, 400x, 200x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 2x, 1x
Secure-fit power supply connections

Tripod

30 lb payload capacity
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel legs
Two-section adjustable height
Spiked feet provides a sure footing in rough or soft earth
Weighs 33 lbs to provide a stable, low-vibration platform

Counterweight and Shaft

Counterweight shaft retracts into mount to reduce or eliminate interference with tripod or other equipment
Counterweight shaft extension
Stainless steel counterweight shaft
Includes two 7.5 lb counterweights

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 specs

Mount Type	Alt-Az or Equatorial
Load Capacity	30.0 lb / 13.6 kg
Motor	DC servo
GO-TO Capability	Yes. SynScan hand controller
Polar Axis Scope	None
Includes Tripod/Pier	Yes Adjustable-height Stainless steel
Power Requirements	11 to 16 VDC, 4 A
Weight	33 lb / 15 kg

Packaging Info
Package Weight	56.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	35.0 x 25.0 x 18.0"

In the Box

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Equatorial / Alt-Az Motorized GoTo Mount

2 x Vixen-Style Saddles

12VDC Car/Vehicle Power Cord

Counterweight Shaft Extensions

7.5lb Counterweights

Limited Two-Year Warranty

Sky-watcher AZ-EQ5 Manual

https://brandonoptics.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/SkyWatcherManuals/AZ-EQ5%20Manual%20280814V1.pdf

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