The NEQ5 PRO series SKYWATCHER telescopes offer high optical quality astronomical telescopes for the discerning amateur. The newton reflecting telescopes feature high light gathering capability combined with portability. They are capable of distinguishing outstanding, fine details of solar system and deep sky objects. Their large aperture allows you to observe galaxies, nebulae and star clusters the way you've always wanted to see them.
SKYWATCHER' s attention to detail and high standards ensure that the user will always have a telescope in their hands that will give them the most out of their capabilities.
SKYWATCHER is aware that the amateur astronomer places great expectations on the equipment he acquires. In this sense SKYWATCHER has been able to guarantee the satisfaction of the users of its equipment for decades.
The present equipment consists of a newton Black Diamond 200/1000mm reflecting optical tube with rack and pinion focuser and the German NEQ5 PRO equatorial mount.
SKYWATCHER telescopes supplied with a German equatorial mount with integrated SynScan system are high quality observing platforms with well thought-out mechanics and electronics.
The main features of the GOTO systems are summarized below:
PC operation:
SKYWATCHER SynScan mounts come standard with the revolutionary SynScan Computer Controller. Locating an astronomical object has never been so easy and fun. The telescope responds immediately to keystrokes on the control knob, executing the indicated operations. The SynScan series telescopes can also be remotely controlled from a PC using any Planetary software (Cartes du Ciel, The Sky, etc) and via RS-232 connection to the control knob. There is even the possibility to optionally purchase a GPS to facilitate the most accurate entry of time, date and location. The SynScan firmware can be upgraded via internet with a specific and free software.
Motors, slewing rings and bearings:
The SKYWATCHER mounts of the SynScan series use DC stepper motors with high torque capacity and micro-stepping control technology for maximum accuracy. Bronze crown and worm gear system for precision mechanical incremental movement minimizing gear backlash.
Tracking speeds and modes
The versatility of the SynScan system allows various search and guidance speeds to be selected. The tracking modes are: Lunar, Solar and Sidereal. The mount is compatible with use in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres.
Database
The SynScan computer includes a database of over 40,000 objects in memory. The library includes objects for advanced studies, following the existing catalog system: NGC, IC, Caldwell, Messier and other lists plus 25 user-definable objects (comets, asteroids, etc).
Astrophotography
Astrophotography enthusiasts will greatly appreciate the presence of the AUTO-GUIDER port that allows autoguider functions to be performed through a PC. The SynScan firmware includes the SynScangramming algorithm for periodic error correction (this error is natural and inherent to all corona-bisenfin systems). In addition, this algorithm can be complemented with the Backlash compensation function (technical term to describe gear backlash) for both AR and DEC. In this way it is possible to have uniform GOTO's and tracking.
Technical Specifications tube:
Optical Design: Newton Reflector
Diameter: 200mm
Focal Length: 1000mm
Focal Ratio: f/5
Maximum recommended magnification: 400x
Stellar Magnitude Limit: 13.6
Resolving Power: 0.6 arcsec
Eyepiece Holder: 2" (with 1.25" adapter)
Eyepieces 10 and 25mm 1.25"
Tube Dimensions: 240 x 900mm
Weight: 9.1Kg
Finder: 9x50
Mount: NEQ5 PRO GOTO
Technical Specifications mount:
Mount type: German Equatorial
Dovetail mount: dovetail 1.75"
Motion control: AR and DEC axes
Control knob: EQ SynScan
Piggyback support: Yes
Accessory tray: Yes
Motors: stepper
Mount weight: 7.22Kg
Mount weight with tripod: 10.92Kg
Counterweights: 2 x 5.1Kg
Tripod: stainless steel with adjustable height 750-1270mm
