SKY-WATCHER EQ5 SYNSCAN (GOTO) GERMAN EQUATORIAL MOUNT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Sky-Watcher EQ5 SynScan (GOTO) German equatorial Mount Product Info Sky-Watcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerized system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the HEQ5 or EQ6 mount. The EQ5 SynScan mounts use the same Go-To system found in the HEQ5 and EQ6 Pros-- SynScan. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The EQ5 SynScan mounts are the perfect instrument for novice visual observers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky. Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation. Stepper motors with 1.8?? step angle and 32 micro steps driven. Slewing speed up to 3.4??/sec (800X). Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X. Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues. Periodic Error Correction. PC compatibility. Upgradeable hand control via internet download. Specifications for Sky Watcher EQ5 Synscan (GOTO) German Equatorial Mount: Mount Type -Equatorial Go-To Counter Weight -2 x 5.1Kgs Accessory Tray -Large wall-to-wall Motor Drive -1.8 degree stepper motors GoTo SynScan -Hand Control Tripod Height - 85-121 cm Tripod Weight - 5.6 kg Shipping Weight - 28 kg Shipping Carton Dimensions -106x49x26cms Payload Capacity - 9.10 kg Slewing Speed - up to 3.4°/sec (800X) Guiding Speed - from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X Package Contents: Sky-Watcher EQ5 Synscan (GOTO) German Equatorial Mount