SkyWatcher Mak102/1300 AZ-Go2 Wifi Telescope

SkyWatcher Mak102 AZ-Go2 Wifi Telescope

The SkyWatcher Mak102 AZ-Go2 Wifi combines convenience and performance. Being brighter than the Mak90, observing deep sky objects becomes more obvious. In planetary photography, the higher resolution allows you to start imaging with good results. The primary mirror, combined with the secondary mirror and a multi-layer concave corrector plate, gives amazing results. The observation of Saturn with its rings is fantastic. Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, reveals fine details of its atmosphere.

The Moon is a wonder to behold for years, as the number of craters on its surface is very large. There is no chromaticity, unlike achromatic refractor telescopes. The tube is very compact and the set is easily transportable. Complemented with long focal length eyepieces, the observation of the brightest deep sky objects, such as the Great Orion Nebula (M42), the Cluster of Hercules (M13) or the Double Cluster of Perseus, will satisfy both the beginner and the curious amateur. Under a dark sky, other objects (those in the Messier catalog in particular) can be easily distinguished.

Focusing, a key element in obtaining quality images, is accomplished by translating the primary mirror to provide a sufficient focusing path with many accessories. Thermal equilibration (especially the cooling of the corrector plate) is fast (well under 30 minutes).

The SynScan Go-To auto localization system

This version of the AZ GOTO mount (without control knob) requires the download of the free SynScan application. You can then control your mount directly with your smartphone or tablet thanks to a Wifi card integrated in the mount. When the connection is activated you can control your mount from the SynScan App with the same functionality as with your control remote.

To offer more convenience to the user, SkyWatcher has decided to equip part of its range of instruments with a motorized dual-axis azimuth and GOTO mount capable of fast pointing and tracking. Thus, it is not necessary to know the position of stars or distant deep sky stars, the SkyWatcher AZ-Go2 mount moves the instrument towards the target you want to observe. After calibration, orientation of the optical tube to North and leveling, select the alignment of the mount on one or two stars. More than 42,900 objects from the main catalogs (Messier, NGC, IC, as well as planets, Moon and Sun) are stored in the database.

For maximum convenience, the mount is quickly moved via the buttons of the SynScan app on your smartphone or tablet. Easy to use, it helps to quickly point the instrument to any galaxy, nebula, cluster or object in the solar system. Discover in detail the famous Andromeda galaxy, the fabulous curtains surrounding the heart of Orion, the M13 Hercules cluster and its rich core of thousands of stars. Saturn, Jupiter and the Moon are also wonders to be scrutinized without restraint.

The date, time and location display on your tablet or smartphone, combined with the "Tour" feature, allows you to point the AZ-Go2 at the most interesting objects throughout the night. Take a guided tour of the sky at your observing location based on the object displayed in a drop-down list.

The ability to track (monitor) any object eliminates the need for systematic manual adjustments. The object remains in the center of the field, making it easy to discover details, especially on planets. Thanks to a carrying capacity of about 5 kg, the Sky-Watcher Mak102mm telescope is well supported and vibrations are quickly damped despite the presence of a single-arm fork. The telescope is attached with a male dovetail Vixen; the instrument is then easily and quickly detachable from the mount. Another interesting point in the long term is that the mount is upgradeable: you can attach other instruments (binoculars, refractors) thanks to its female dovetail mount type Vixen.

You can also use the "point-and-forward" function, point with your smartphone to a region of the sky... thanks to the SynScan App the mount will move directly there. Updates will be continuously developed to increase the functionality of the app. Possibility of PC control over Wifi, compatibility with ASCOM and EQMOD.

Technical specifications:

OPTICAL TUBE

• Diameter 102mm
• Focal length 1300mm
• Focal length ratio f/12.7
• Metal construction
• With integrated male dovetail
• 31.75mm eyepiece mount
• Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 120mm x 250mm
• Weight 2.5 kg

AZ GO2 MOUNT

• Mount type: SynScan Go-To altazimuth. Dual-axis motorization with automatic pointing. DC servomotors - Resolution: 0.8923 arcs/sec. PC port to update the shovel or operate it with most of the software
• Load capacity approx. 5 kg
• SynScan Go-To System Via included Wifi card and SynScan app with 42,900 common objects from the sky catalog
• Scroll speed: 1x, 2x, 16x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 500x, 600x, 800x
• Tracking mode: Sidereal, Lunar or Solar
• Weight: 5kg
• Tripod Aluminum tripod height adjustable (71cm to 123cm)
• Power supply Battery box(batteries not included)
• Optional 12V DC power supply

what comes in the box?

Sky-Watcher Mak 102mm f/11.8 optical tube

• 1x Sky-Watcher optical tube Mak127 f/12.7
• 2 x 31.75mm flow-through eyepieces: Super 10mm and Super 20mm
• 1x 31.75mm 45º Diagonal
• 1x Red dot finder
• 1x Built-in male dovetail type Vixen

AZ-Go2 mount

• 1x AZ-Go2 azimuthal mount
• 1x Integrated Wifi card
• 1x Aluminum tripod with adjustable height (71cm to 123cm)
• 1x Accessory tray
• 1x Battery box (batteries not included)
• User manual in English

SkyWatcher Mak102 AZ-Go2 Wifi Telescope