Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 Hand Controller
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Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 Hand Controller

SKU: SKWS30106 MFR: S30106
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$170.00
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Key Features

  • Explore 42000+ celestial objects with the Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 hand controller database.
  • Achieve up to 5 arc-minutes RMS pointing accuracy for precise telescope control & viewing.
  • Use with both EQ and Alt-Az mounts for versatile telescope navigation and stargazing.
  • Enjoy adjustable contrast & backlight on the LCD for comfortable night-time use.
  • Correct periodic errors with SPEC or PPEC for enhanced tracking during observations.
  • Connect via USB or RS-232C for seamless PC integration with your telescope setup.
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Shopper : Will it work with an EQ6-R Pro?
Michael J : Will it work with my orion atlas EQ-G? What firmware does it come flash with?
Shopper : Is this compatible with skywatcher star adventurer 2i pro pack?

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2021-11-16T07:24:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent fast service as usual.

Excellent fast service as usual.

ROBERT S.

Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 Specifications

  • Supported Mount

    EQ Mount and Alt-Az Mount

  • Object Catalog

    Messier, NGC, IC, SAO, Caldwell, Double Star, Variable Star, Named Star, Planets

  • Pointing Accuracy

    Up to 5 arc-minutes RMS

  • Tracking Rate

    Sidereal Rate, Solar Rate, Lunar Rate

  • PEC

    SPEC or PPEC

  • Database

    42000+ Objects

  • LCD

    18 Characters X 2 Lines
    Adjustable Contrast and Backlight

  • Keypad

    Rubber, Adjustable backlight

  • GPS

    SynScan GPS Modular (Optional)

  • PC Connection

    USB or RS-232C
    9600bps, No parity check, 8 data bits, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit

  • Power output on Multi-purpose port

    Power Supply Voltage - 0.7V
    Maximum 100mA current output

  • UPC Code

    050234301060

About Sky-Watcher SynScan V5

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Excellent fast service as usual.

By ROBERT S.

Excellent fast service as usual.

The SynScan V5 GoTo hand controller provides easy, computerized location of thousands of night sky objects - planets, nebulas, star clusters, galaxies, and more for viewing through your telescope. The SynScan hand controller, combined with the optical encoders end electronic drive motors of your GoTo mount, allow you to automatically point your telescope to a specific object, or tour the skies with push-button simplicity. The user-friendly menus allow automatic slewing to over 42,000 objects and stars. Even inexperienced astronomers will quickly master SynScan's intuitive features and functionality.

Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 Features

  • 42,000 object data base
  • Built-in USB-B 2.0 port for easy control via PC or firmware updates
  • Only compatible with Sky-Watcher SynScan mounts

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Key Features

  • Explore 42000+ celestial objects with the Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 hand controller database.
  • Achieve up to 5 arc-minutes RMS pointing accuracy for precise telescope control & viewing.
  • Use with both EQ and Alt-Az mounts for versatile telescope navigation and stargazing.
  • Enjoy adjustable contrast & backlight on the LCD for comfortable night-time use.
  • Correct periodic errors with SPEC or PPEC for enhanced tracking during observations.
  • Connect via USB or RS-232C for seamless PC integration with your telescope setup.

What's in the box:

  • Sky-Watcher SynScan V5 Hand Controller
  • Equatorial Mount Cable
  • Alt-Az Mount Cable
  • Sky-Watcher 2 Year Limited Warranty