Sky-Watcher Skymax 102 AZ-Gti Computerized SynScan GPS Telescope

Sky-Watcher Skymax 102 AZ-Gti Computerized SynScan GPS Telescope (easy take-anywhere)

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MAK 102/1300, AZ SynScan, 1.25" steel tripod, super 10&25, 6x30 finderscope, 1.25"-90¡ã diagonal, AZ, SynScan hand control, GPS

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Combining portability with connectivity, the Sky-Watcher Skymax 102 AZ-GTi 102mm f/13 GoTo Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope gives users an easy-to-use observational platform for viewing the Moon, planets, and brighter deep-sky objects right out of the box.

The compact Maksutov-Cassegrain design is combined with a limited-diffraction optical system and fully multi-coated lens surfaces. The Mak design corrects off-axis aberrations like comas and chromatic aberrations, while the limited-diffraction system prevents light from being scattered by defects in the mirrors and corrector plate. These complementary features, plus the anti-reflection coatings, work together to produce crisp and clear views with true-color rendition and improved contrast and resolution.

Guiding the optical tube assembly (OTA) is Sky-Watcher's AZ-GTi GoTo AZ mount. It features an integrated WiFi module that generates its own local network signal to allow wireless control via a smartphone running their free SynScan Pro app for Android and iOS devices. The app is intuitively laid out for easy setup, navigation, and exploration of the sky—even if you've never looked through a telescope before. Packed with over 42,900 objects with daytime and nighttime alignment-assistance procedures, plus advanced features such as periodic error correction, backlash compensation, tours, and DSLR camera control, the SynScan app is a powerful yet easy-to-use way to control the mount.

To give users a complete observation platform, Sky-Watcher includes a sturdy yet lightweight aluminum tripod that comes with an extension pier. The pier adds additional height for easier viewing when the OTA is aimed at or near the zenith. Two eyepieces, which produce 52x and 130x magnifications, give you a comfortable range for viewing near- and deep-sky objects, while a 90° diagonal places your head in a more comfortable and natural viewing position.

102mm f/13 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only)
Similar to their Schmidt cousins, this 102mm f/13 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope from Sky-Watcher exchanges the conventional front corrector plate with a convex meniscus lens, which results in a smaller secondary mirror—limiting obstruction and increasing contrast, while eliminating the need for periodic collimation. The Maksutov optical path results in a slower focal ratio and narrower field of view versus a similar Schmidt, but the optical benefits, when coupled with the larger aperture and fully multi-coated optics, make this an ideal scope for solar, lunar, planetary, and deep-sky observation of bright objects like stars and clusters.
The scope is outfitted with a 1.25" visual back and, to get users started, Sky-Watcher includes 10 and 25mm eyepieces that produce low and moderate magnifications and a 90° star diagonal for more comfortable viewing when the optical tube assembly (OTA) is pointed at or near the celestial zenith. The OTA is offered here without a mount or tripod for users who have a platform or want to use it as part of a dual-OTA setup for star parties or observation/imaging rigs. It is outfitted with a Vixen-style dovetail plate for easy attachment onto many mounts. This OTA's compact form factor belies its observation power and resolution and is ideally suited as a grab-and-go option for quick observation sessions or heading out to remote locations.
Optical Performance

102mm aperture
f/13 focal ratio
1300mm focal length
Front convex meniscus lens corrects spherical and chromatic aberrations and comas (off-axis aberrations) across the entire field of view
Smaller secondary mirror versus Schmidt-Cassegrains reduces obstructions and increases contrast
Fully multi-coated optics maximize light transmission to improve brightness, color rendition, sharpness, and contrast
Resolution: 1.01 arcsec
Internal primary mirror focus
1.25"-diameter visual back takes 1.25” eyepieces and accessories

Mounting

Requires user-supplied mount and tripod
Vixen-style dovetail plate
Weight: 4.6 pounds including OTA, dovetail plate, finder, diagonal, and eyepiece

Included Accessories

Eyepieces:
1.25" barrel diameter
Accept most 1.25" astronomical filters
25mm eyepiece yields 52x power
10mm eyepiece produces 130x magnification
Diagonal:
1.25" snout and eyepiece holder
90° angle places head in a comfortable viewing position
Star configuration corrects image horizontally for terrestrial use
Finderscope:
Unmagnified view provides a wide field of view for easier alignment and faster star-hopping navigation
Red center aiming dot won't obstruct objects
Variable intensity to preserve night-adjusted vision
AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount
Ideal for small- to medium-aperture refractors and catadioptrics, the Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount features an integrated WiFi module that generates its own local network signal to allow wireless control via a smartphone running their free SynScan Pro app for Android and iOS devices. The app is intuitively laid out for easy setup, navigation, and exploration of the sky—even if you've never looked through a telescope before. Packed with over 42,900 objects with daytime and nighttime alignment-assistance procedures, plus advanced features such as periodic error correction (PEC), backlash compensation, tours, and DSLR camera control, the SynScan app is a powerful yet easy-to-use way to control the mount.
Dual-axis motors slew to and track objects, while dual encoders on each axis precisely follow the mount's movement and maintain its alignment—even if the mount is moved by hand. A Vixen-style dovetail saddle makes mounting a variety of optical tube assemblies (OTAs) fast and easy, and with a payload capacity of up to 11 pounds it is ideal for refractors and Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes. Supporting the mount is an adjustable-height aluminum tripod. The AZ-GTi comes with a pier extension that is located between the tripod and mount head to provide additional height for easier viewing without sacrificing stability when the OTA is aimed at or near the zenith.
Mount

Motorized alt-azimuth design
Integrated WiFi module allows for direct connection to smartphones without the need for routers or Internet connection
DC servo motors precisely move the mount on both axes with minimum vibration
Dual encoders on each axis maintain alignment, even when mount is moved by hand, letting you move the mount manually across the sky while keeping GoTo functionality
Altitude and azimuth clutch knobs enable easy manual movement
SNAP port allows optional remote shutter-release cables to be connected to mount for advanced astrophotography
Runs on eight user-supplied AA batteries or optional 12 VDC power cord

SynScan App

Free app for Android and iOS devices
Align, move, and control mount wirelessly
Automatic day, date, time, and location using the device's GPS unit
42,900+ object database, similar to the conventional SynScan hand controller
Sky tour shows best deep-sky objects visible at a specific day/date/time
Solar, lunar, sidereal tracking rates
Slew speeds: 0.5x, 1x, 8x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 600x, Max (800x/3.4°/sec)
Assisted nighttime and daytime alignment procedures
Periodic error correction (PEC) allows user to train out intrinsic tracking errors and save them into the permanent memory to improve GoTo and tracking accuracy over time
Backlash compensation eliminates the backlash experienced when gears stop and settle for improved GoTo and slewing accuracy
DSLR shutter release and exposure control enable long-exposure, time-lapse, and other advanced astrophotography techniques to be controlled by the app through the SNAP port on mount
Database Details:
Solar system, including Moon, Sun, and planets
NGC catalog
IC catalog
Messier catalog
Caldwell catalog
SAO catalog
Named stars
Double (binary) stars
Variable stars
User-defined celestial and terrestrial objects

Tripod and Extension Pier

Adjustable-height aluminum-legged tripod
Max height: 43.3"
Max leg spread: 42.3"
Spiked feet provide greater stability on rough, uneven, and soft ground
Center tray holds accessories such as eyepieces, filters, phones, and flashlights
Extension pier placed between the tripod and mount head adds height for more comfortable viewing without sacrificing stability or increasing vibration when the OTA is pointed at or near the zenith

102mm f/13 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only)

Optical Tube Assembly
Optical Design	Maksutov Cassegrain
Aperture	102 mm / 4"
Focal Length	1300 mm
Focal Ratio	f/12.7
Eyepiece Barrel Diameter	1.25"
Diagonal	Yes, 90° Star
Finderscope	Yes
Mounting System	Vixen Style

General
Weight	4.6 lb / 2.1 kg

Packaging Info
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	23.0 x 10.0 x 10.0"

AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount

Mount Type	Motorized alt-azimuth
Load Capacity	11 lb / 5.0 kg
Motor	Dual axis with digital encoders
GoTo Capability	Yes
Altitude / Latitude Adjustment	Not specified by manufacturer
Polar Axis Scope	None
Includes Tripod/Pier	Aluminum, adjustable height Max height: 43.3" / 110.0 cm Max leg spread: 42.3" / 107.4 cm Pier extension
Power Source	8 x AA batteries or 12VDC power cord
Dimensions	5.9 x 3.5" / 15.1 x 9.0 cm
Weight	Mount: 2.9 lb / 1.3 kg Tripod: 4.2 lb / 1.9 kg Pier extension: 1.1 lb / 0.5 kg

Packaging Info
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	45.0 x 10.0 x 9.0"

In the Box

Bundle Items

102mm f/13 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only)

90° Star Diagonal, 1.25" Barrel

25mm Eyepiece, 1.25" Barrel

10mm Eyepiece, 1.25" Barrel

Red Dot Finderscope

Limited 2-Year Warranty

AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount

Pier Extension

Tripod with Tray

Limited 2-Year Warranty

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