{"product_id":"sky-watcher-heq5-r-pro-equatorial-mount","title":"Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro Equatorial Mount","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHEQ5-R Pro GoTo equatorial head and tripod kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33-pound payload capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable 1.75-inch diameter rolled steel tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynScan GoTo telescope mount with 42,900+ object database\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower ports: 2.1mm female, 1.5A minimum (QTY: 2) USB-A Guide Port (ST-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 11-pound counterweights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/V-style dovetail saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynScan V5 hand controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeticulous Mid-Range Machinery. Powerful. Compact. Precise.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDual-axis belt drives deliver whisper-quiet, extremely accurate movement for both axes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAll internal motor cables prevent snagging and make remote observing more reliable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWi-Fi provides untethered control of mount functions and access to all of the SynScan Pro app features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSky-Watcher SynScan mounts have been designed for use by novices and experts alike. These mounts provide extremely high precision tracking and have built in autoguider ports. This heavy-duty HEQ5-R Pro mount is a smaller version of the sturdy EQ6-R Pro mount. It is specially designed for observers who need the steadiness of the EQ6-R Pro mount but find it too physically demanding. But make no mistake, the HEQ5-R Pro can be that perfect mid-range rock solid platform you build your astroimaging rig on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e42,000+ Object Database\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor novice users, the user-friendly menu allows automatic slewing to 42,900+ objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The hand controller can be connected to a PC using the built-in USB-B port and a USB-B cable (not included). PC control can be done with SynScan Pro for Windows app or your favorite third-party software with the correct drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolar Alignment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEven without a clear view of Polaris, the HEQ5-R Pro can be polar aligned using our SynScan hand controller. Simply choose one of the visible stars listed and use the latitude adjustment screws to center it in the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBundle of Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs is customary with all Sky-Watcher products, an assortment of accessories are included with the HEQ5-R Pro mount. A retractable counterweight bar is supplied, allowing for easier transportation. Two 11-pound counterweights are also included to help balance up to a 30-pound payload. The HEQ5-R Pro features a saddle compatible with both D- and V-style mounting plates, allowing users the flexibility to utilize multiple optical tubes, even if the mounting plate is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e66-Pounds Fully Assembled\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe HEQ5-R’s light weight – along with its 33-pound payload capacity – makes it the ideal travelling companion for any astronomer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For All Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePrecision tracking, no external motor cables, all-metal bearings and belt drive means the HEQ5-R is the perfect platform for the beginning to the advanced astronomer, visual or astrophotographic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynScan Computerized Hand Controller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith an internal database of over 42,000 astronomical objects, the SynScan controller provides hours of effortless navigation of the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• All metal gears on both axes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Slewing speed up to 3.4°\/sec (800x)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Latitude adjustment screws\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Auto-Guider Interface for astrophotography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Guiding speed selectable from 0.25x, 0.50x, 0.75x or 1x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Object database containing complete Messier, NGC and IC catalogs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• PC compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Upgradeable hand control via internet download\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"oc telescope","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48630382756094,"sku":null,"price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2129\/9429\/files\/wrew.jpg?v=1784749618","url":"https:\/\/octelescope.com\/products\/sky-watcher-heq5-r-pro-equatorial-mount","provider":"oc telescope","version":"1.0","type":"link"}