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SynScan Upgrade Kit EQ6: Computer kit for manual EQ6 mount models

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Product ID 68592
Brand Sky-Watcher
EAN 2400000045427
Pointing accuracy up to 5 angular minutes (RMS)
Tracking rate sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Periodic error correction (PEC) SPEC or PPEC
Description

For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized telescope system, the EQ6 SkyScan is your answer. The Sky-Watcher EQ6 SkyScan is designed with the novice user in mind. With the user friendly pushbutton hand control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park. The EQ6 SkyScan also comes with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate.

Features:

  • 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 64 micro steps driven
  • Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X)
  • AutoGuider Interface for astro-photography
  • Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X
  • Object database containing complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues
  • Polarscope illuminator for easy use of the polarscope
  • Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography
Specifications
Product ID 68592
Brand Sky-Watcher
EAN 2400000045427
Pointing accuracy up to 5 angular minutes (RMS)
Tracking rate sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Periodic error correction (PEC) SPEC or PPEC
GPS receiver SynScan GPS module (sold separately)
Remote control features 2-line, with adjustable contrast and brightness of the screen backlight, keyboard with rubber keys and adjustable backlight
Objects database over 42,000 objects
Catalogs of objects Messier, NGC, IC, SAO, Caldwell, double stars, variable stars, stars with their own names, planets
Ability to connect to PC yes, RS-232C, 9600 bps, parity bits disabled, 8 data bits, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit
Power supply 7.4–12V, 100mA DC, powered by multi-function jack: 0.7V supply voltage, maximum current 100mA
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