In EQ mode, the AZ-EQ5GT is designed for either visual use or precise astro-imaging, while in AZ mode, it is primarily intended for visual use, and in this mode, two telescopes can be mounted simultaneously in parallel. A great feature of the AZ-EQ5GT is the patented ‘Freedom-Find’ dual-encoder technology. This allows the telescope to be moved manually in either axis without the mount losing its positional information. This gives the user enormous freedom, convenience
Features: Skywatcher AZ EQ5-GT Alt-Azimuth/Equatorial Computerised Go-To Mount With Tripod
- Dual camera shutter control port for comfortable astro-graphy
- Precision worm gearing combined with smooth belt transmission
- Supplied with a Synscan computerised handset with dual AZ/EQ firmware
- In EQ mode, the AZ-EQ5GT is designed for either visual use or precise astro-imaging
- Handset can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its database
- Provides enormous freedom, convenience and flexibility during observational sessions to user
- High precision polar alignment aided by user friendly adjustment knobs and by Synscan software
- In AZ mode, it is primarily intended for visual use, and in this mode, two telescopes can be mounted simultaneously in parallel
- Freedom-Find dual-encoder technology, allows the telescope to be moved manually in either axis without the mount losing its positional information
Specification: Skywatcher AZ EQ5-GT Alt-Azimuth/Equatorial Computerised Go-To Mount With Tripod
- Model: AZ-EQ6GT
- Counter Weight Bar: 25mm Diameter
- Azimuth Adjustment Range: Approx 15°
- Latitude Adjustment Range: 0-90°
- Auto-Guiding Speed: 0.125x, 0.25x, 0.5x, 0.75x & 1x
- Tracking Mode: Equatorial or Alt-Azimuth
- Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
- Maximum Slewing Speed: 3.4°/second
- Resolution: 5184000 Counts/Rev (approx. 0.25 arc-second)
- Pointing Accuracy: Up to 5 Arc-Minutes (RMS)
- Gear Ratio: 810
- Resolution of Aux R.A./Dec Axis Encoders: 144 Counts/Rev., approx. 4.2 Arc-Minutes
- Polar Alignment: Via Software Control (Polar Scope optional)
- Hand Controller: Synscan (42,900+ Object Database)
- USB Interface: Yes
- Autoguider Interface: Yes
- DSLR Electronic Shutter Release Ports: 2
- Transmission: 135:1 Worm Drive + 36:12 Timing Belt Drive + 64 Micro-Step/1.8° Stepper Motor Drive
- Pier Tripod: 1.75" Stainless Steel Legs
- Counterweight Bar: 18mm Diameter, Length 162mm + 120mm Extension
- Dovetail Saddles: 2 x 45mm (Accepts Sky-Watcher/Vixen type Dovetail Bars)
- Payload Capacity: 15kg (EQ Mode) or 15kg+15kg (Alt-AZ Dual-Mode)
- Motors: 1.8° Hybrid Stepper Motors
- Power Requirement: DC 11-16V 2A (Sky-Watcher 7Ah or 17Ah Power Tank Not included)
- Counterweights: 2 x 3.5kg
- Tripod Weight: 6.1kg
- Weight: 7.7kg (Excl. Tripod & Counterweights)
- Warranty: 2 years
Kit Content
Skywatcher AZ-EQ6GT ALT-Azimuth/Equatorial Computerized GO-TO Mount
Tripod
User Operating Instructions Manual
Manufacturers Warranty
For more information about, Skywatcher AZ EQ5-GT Alt-Azimuth/Equatorial Computerised Go-To Mount website.
Package information Box1:
Gross Weight: 11 Kg
Dimensions: 46 x 44 x 30 cm
Package information Box2:
Gross Weight: 15 Kg
Dimensions: 125 x 24 x 23 cm
