Skywatcher Explorer 130P SynScan AZ GOTO Telescope

What The Magazines Say ... "Its sharp optics and relatively small central obstruction ensure s that it delivers bright, diffraction-limited images….can view a true field in excess of 2°….will give you memorable views of the Moon and bright planets…In short, it’s a great all-rounder in its class" Ade Ashford, www.scopetest.com "I was most impressed by the views revealed by the ‘scope during tests….Despite a phase of nearly 96 percent, the waxing gibbous Moon revealed a seemingly inexhaustible amount of fine detail" Astronomy Now Magazine

Fantastic performance from this highly capable all-rounder. Its precision Parabolic primary mirror captures 30% more precious starlight than a 114mm reflector for bright, sharp, contrasty views of a wide range of night sky objects.

• Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x36 & x90
• Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
• Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
• Telescope Focal Length: 650mm (f/5)
• Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
• Parabolic Primary Mirror
• 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
• 6x30 Finderscope
• 2” Rack & Pinion Focuser with 1.25” adaptor
• SynScan™ AZ GoTo Computerised Alt-Azimuth HD Go-To Mount
• Power Requirement: 12v DC 1Amp Power Supply (Tip Positive) or AA Batteries (not supplied)
• Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray
• 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm

Sysncan AZ GO-TO computerised telescopes

The exciting new Sky-Watcher SynScan Alt-Azimuth GoTo Mount is a precision engineered instrument that will allow you to easily find and enjoy viewing night sky treasures, such as Planets, Nebulae, Star Clusters, Galaxies and much more. The SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the night sky at the touch of a button!! The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions.

Combined with telescope OTA’s of proven high quality, these Superb Packages are all you need to Explore the Universe to your Heart’s Content!!

Main Features:

• SynScan Database: Total 42,900+ Objects, including Complete M, NGC, IC & SAO Catalogues
• Alignment Method: Two-star or Brightest star alignment
• Pointing Accuracy Enhancement (PAE) feature
• Unknown Object Indentification feature
• Pointing Accuracy up to 10 arc min
• Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
• Slewing Speeds: 1.0x, 2.0x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 500x, 600x, 800x
• Tracking Mode: Dual Axis Tracking
• Quiet Operation
• Motor Type & Resolution: DC Servo Motors. Resolution 0.8923 arc sec or 1,452,425 steps/rev
• PC Compatible: can be used with popular Planetarium Software
• SynScan Handset Firmware upgradeable via the Internet
• Power Requirement: 12v DC Power Supply (Tip Positive) or AA Batteries (not supplied)