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For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized GOTO system, the EQ6 PRO SynScanTM is your answer.

The Sky-Watcher EQ6 PRO SynScanTM 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 hand control allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,000 + objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The EQ6 SynScanTM also comes with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate:

• 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).
• Auto Guider 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.
• Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography.

Specifications

• Power Supply Required: 12 VDC 2Amp Tip positive (not supplied)
• Motor Type: Micro step driven 1.8° stepper motors
• Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9,024,000 steps/rev.)
• Slew Speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X Gear Ratio: 705
• Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
• Tracking Modes: Dual Axis, R.A. Tracking
• Alignment Methods: One-star Alignment, Two-star Alignment, Three-star Alignment
• Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues. Total 42,000 + objects.

Mount Specifications

• Mount Type: German Equatorial
• Telescope Mounting: Tube Rings
• Slow-motion Control: R.A. & Dec (motor controlled)
• Tripod: 2" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
• Tripod Height: 85-147cm
• Tripod Weight: 7.5Kgs
• Counterweight Shaft Daimeter: 1.8cm
• Counterweight Shaft Material: Stainless Steel
• Mount Weight: 16Kgs
• Mount Height: 41cm
• Counterweight: Two, 5.1Kgs each
• Total Weight: 23.5Kgs (counterweight not included)

Orion Optics Half Pedestal
(HPED2)
4" diameter polished anodised pedestal top with fitted adjustment lug

• The tube is stove enamelled in White hammer finish.
• Stainless steel Allen head screws 5mm AF key supplied.
• Tube height is 305mm, different heights can be made upon request.POA.
• The Half pedestal (HPED2) will increase the viewing height by 324mm
  Total weight is 2.1Kg 4.6Lbs

Pedestal top to accept EQ6 mount.
(PADT3)
This then attaches to our Pedestals which are world renowned for their quality and stability. Made from high quality aluminium anodised black. Fitting screws come as standard.

SKY-WATCHER 7AH RECHARGEABLE POWER TANK 
Multi-purpose Rechargeable Power Supply ideal for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings

• Built-in 12V 7 Ah Sealed Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery with Diagostic LED Display, Protective Fuse.
• Built-in Multi-angle 500,000 cp Halogen Spotlight
• 2 x DC 12V output car jack
• DC 3, 6, 9V output jack
• Booster Terminal on real side
• Built-in flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
• Built-in Circuit Breaker for safety operation
• DC cord with car plug is included
• Light diffuser for flashlight is included
• Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs

SKY-WATCHER 17AH RECHARGEABLE POWER TANK 

• Multi-function rechargeable power supply for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
• 250A Cranking Amp, Jump Start System – 5 sec
• Radio – AM/FM/SIREN
• Built-in Spotlight/Flashlight
• Angle adjustable Halogen Spotlight – said to be 800,000cp
• Built-in Circuit Breaker and fuse to Ensure Safe Operation
• Diagnostics L.E.D. shows Battery Status
• Multi-Voltage D.C. Output – 12V/9V/6V/3V
• Cord Storage Compartment
• Built-in booster cable set in a well protected compartment
• Detachable flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
• Built-in 12V 17Ah  Sealed Lead-Acid rechargeable battery
• DC Cord with car plug is included
• Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs

"Best for heavy scopes".... "We practically had to thump it to induce any vibrations"
BBC Sky At Night Magazine

"I like these mounts, they are solid, well thought out and work quietly and effectively"
Astronomy Now Magazine