SkyWatcher Black Diamond DUAL SPEED 250/1200 EQ6-R Pro Go-To SkyWatcher Reflector Telescope

SkyWatcher Black Diamond DUAL SPEED 250/1200 EQ6-R Pro Go-To SkyWatcher Reflector Telescope

Newton optical reflector tubes feature high light gathering capability combined with great 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 his hands that will give him the best of its capabilities. The mirrors used have the most complete aluminization treatments, guaranteeing the durability of the equipment.

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 Newton reflecting telescopes supplied by Telescopiomania.com are equipped as standard with the SKYWATCHER Crayford Dual Speed focuser.

Another important feature of this DUAL SPEED tube is the fact that it has a slightly shorter length than normal to improve the performance of the equipment when performing prime focus astrophotography. Its performance can be greatly improved with a coma corrector such as the BAADER PLANETARIUM MPCC .

Without a doubt, the SkyWatcher EQ6-R PRO GOTO equatorial mount is the new jewel in SkyWatcher's crown. With unmatched reliability and robustness, the EQ6-R equatorial mount is the guarantee to start doing deep sky photography with guarantees and at a price as economical as possible for a mount that works with belts and pulleys (not going with crowns and bezels virtually eliminates the presence of backlash or gear backlash to zero).

The German SKYWATCHER equatorial mounts with the integrated SynScan system are high quality observing platforms with well thought-out mechanics and electronics.

The main features of the German GOTO equatorial mounts 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 controller, 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.

Tracking speeds and modes:

The versatility of the SynScan system allows the selection of various search and tracking speeds. 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-defined objects (comets, asteroids, etc).

EQ6-R PRO SYNSCAN ™ - A NEW LEGEND IS BORN!

The new computerized EQ6-R PRO Synscan ™ mount is an exciting evolution of the legendary EQ6 PRO mount. The modern optimized design of the EQ6-R PRO incorporates new features that the most demanding astrophotographers will immediately appreciate, such as:

• Increased ruggedness and increased payload capacity of 20kg for astrophotography
• Even quieter, smoother operation and better guiding results, thanks to new motors and gearing
• Accurate and backlash-free power transmission thanks to synchronous belt drive
• Improved latitude adjustment controls for greater accuracy and wider range of latitudes possible
• Built-in SNAP camera control port
• PPEC and periodic error correction function with enhanced electronics with microstepping module and increased torque for optimum accuracy even without guidance
• Improved, built-in ergonomic carrying handle for comfortable and safe transportation
• Selection of desired menu language (English, French, German, etc.)

Technical features:

• Equipment name: EQ6-R PRO Synscan ™
• Type of mount: German equatorial
• Maximum load (without counterweights): 20 kg (for astrophotography)
• Latitude adjustment range: 5° to 65°
• Azimuth adjustment range: approximately ± 9º
• Weight of the mount (without tripod): 17.3 kg
• Counterweights supplied: 2 x 5kg
• Complete weight: 34.8 kg
• Tripod supplied: 2 inch stainless steel legs, 7.5 kg weight
• Counterweight rod: diameter 18mm, length 240mm + 180mm
• Power supply: DC11 ~ 16V 4A
• Motors: 1.8th hybrid stepping motors
• Transmission: 180:1
• Fine transmission: + 48:12
• Timing belt drive: + 64 microsteps
• 1.8º stepper motor drive
• Gear Ratio: 720
• Resolution: 9216000 Counts/Revolution, approx. 0.14 arc seconds
• Maximum slew rate: 4.2 degrees/second
• Tracking speed: sidereal, solar, lunar
• Tracking mode: equatorial
• Auto-guiding speed: 0.125X, 0.25X, 0.5X, 0.75X, 1X
• PEC: 100 Permanent PEC Segments (PPEC)
• Manual controller: SynScan ™
• Command language configurable to different languages
• Database: + 42000 Objects
• Celestial Objects Catalog: Messier, NGC, IC, SAO, Caldwell, Double Stars, Variable Stars, Major Stars, Planets
• Pointing accuracy: up to 5 arcminutes (RMS)
• Integrated SNAP camera control port
• Dual coupling head for 45 mm / 75 mm dovetails
• Illuminated polar finder

Technical specifications tube:

• Optical design: Newton Reflector
• Diameter: 254mm
• Focal length: 1200mm
• Focal ratio: f/4.8
• Maximum recommended magnification: 508x
• Stellar magnitude limit: 14.1
• Resolving power: 0.47 arcseconds
• Eyepiece holder: 2" (with adapter to 1.25")
• Tube dimensions: 288 x 1120mm
• Weight: 14.38Kg
• Eyepiece: LET 28*
• Finder: 8x50

SkyWatcher Black Diamond DUAL SPEED 250/1200 EQ6-R Pro Go-To SkyWatcher Reflector Telescope