The Sky-Watcher HEQ-5 Pro SynScan equatorial mount was designed for users who need both high stability needed for amateur astrophotography and advanced visual observations, while ensuring a relatively small weight and size of the mount. The assembly is equipped with two-axis drives, the GOTO SynScan computer system, a polar telescope, solid locking clamps in the right ascension and declination axes, a counterweight rod built into the head (extendable). The tripod based on 1.75" legs offers maximum stability of the entire set. The maximum assembly load is about 16 kg, with a weight of 19 kg. The mounting of the optical tube for mounting is possible using a standard mounting rail female "dovetail" (female dovetail included, the photos show a male dovetail attached to a tripod - the dovetail rail is included with the optical tubes, it is not included with the mount).
• maximum load capacity: approx. 16 kg
• assembly type: German equatorial with GoTo system
• power supply: 12VDC 2Amp
• assembly functions control: SynScan remote control
• drive type: 1.8° stepper
• resolution: 0.144 arc seconds
• shift speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X Gear Ratio: 705
• tracking speeds: star, lunar, solar
• Dual Axis (two-axis), RA (Right Ascension) tracking mode
• alignment procedures: One-star Alignment, Two-star Alignment, Three-star Alignment
• minimizing vibration when shooting with long exposure times
• software PE correction (periodic error)
• Auto-Guide port for precise mount alignment when shooting with a professional camera
• micro movements: RA & Dec (drive controlled)
• counterweights: 2 x 5.1 kg
• tripod: 1.75" steel
• tripod height: 85 - 147 cm
• tripod weight: 7.5 kg
• Counterweight rod diameter: 1.8 cm
• counterweight rod material: stainless steel
• assembly weight without counterweights: 9 kg
• assembly weight with counterweights: 19 kg
• assembly height: 41 cm
2 years for electronics, 5 years for mechanics
(below pictures of an older version - but still nice to keep them)
