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30-01-2011, 04:17 PM
++++Skywatcher Black Diamond Mak 180++++
he Maksutov Signature Series is the new generation of professional quality Maksutovs from Sky-Watcher. These telescopes are manufactured to the highest levels of optical and mechanical precision, resulting in exquisite optical performance and finish.
Even the most critical observer will be delighted and surprised by the performance of the Sky-Watcher Signature Series Maksutov telescopes.
In high power applications the sharpness and image quality of these telescopes matches or exceeds that of the classic Schmidt-Cassegrain design due to the smaller secondary obstruction. These are great telescopes for Planetary and Lunar observations.
This model benefits from the inclusion of Schott glass being used for the positive front Crown element in the objective. Schott is the recognized world leader in glass utilized for precision optical lens systems, including medical instrumentation, and famous-brand camera lenses
Specifications:
Aperture: 180mm
Focal Length: 2700mm (f/15)
Highest Practical Power: 360x
Limiting Stellar Mag: 13.7
Resolving Power: 0.64 arc sec
Weight: 7.8kg
OTA Dimensions: 21.6cm diameter x 50cm long
Supplied with 2" visual back, 2" dielectric star diagonal, 28mm 2" eyepiece and 9x50 finderscope (accessories pictured here differ slightly to those supplied).
Vixen style dovetail fitted
++++Skywatcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Mount++++
he computerized Sky-Watcher PRO mounts are designed with the novice user in mind. With the user-friendly pushbutton SynScan Hand Control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park.
The SynScan 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 13,400 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions.
The SynScan Hand Control also has the ability to connect to a computer via a serial cable. Once the connection has been established between the computer and SynScan Hand Control, many commercially available planetarium softwares can be used to control the HEQ5 mount. The new Version 3 software can also be upgraded via the internet so the software is never out of date. Future software upgrades will always be available.
This heavy-duty mount is a smaller version of the sturdy EQ6 mount. It is specially designed for observers who need the steadiness of the EQ6 mount, but find the EQ6 mount too physically demanding.
The HEQ5 mount 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:
* PC compatibility.
* Mount Type: German Equatorial Mount
* Telescope Mounting Method: Tube Rings (not supplied)
* Telescope Control: SynScan Hand Control
* *Tripod: 1.75" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
* Tripod Hight: 97-121cm
* Tripod Weight: 5.6kgs
* Counterweight: 1 X 5.1kgs
* Mount Weight (without counterweight): 10Kgs
* Mount Height: 35cm
* Total weight: 15kgs (counterweights not included)
* Motor Type: Microstep driven 1.8 degree stepper motors
* Power Supply: Requires 11 to 15 V DC 2Amp (Tip positive)- not supplied.
* Recommended maximum loading rate: approx. 13.5kg
* Accessory Tray
* 200mm Dovetail Bar
* SynScan Hand Control V3 upgradable.
++++Skywatcher GPS for Synscan++++
his NEW accessory from Skywatcher allows easier, more accurate alignment through GPS signals.
The unit will work with HEQ5 and EQ6 mounts using V3.10 or later.
Can be plugged directly to handsets to automatically update position, date and time of the mount.
Supplied with all cables for handset and PC connection. Can be used as a stand alone with PC or V3.10 handset
$1,900 AUD + S&H
he Maksutov Signature Series is the new generation of professional quality Maksutovs from Sky-Watcher. These telescopes are manufactured to the highest levels of optical and mechanical precision, resulting in exquisite optical performance and finish.
Even the most critical observer will be delighted and surprised by the performance of the Sky-Watcher Signature Series Maksutov telescopes.
In high power applications the sharpness and image quality of these telescopes matches or exceeds that of the classic Schmidt-Cassegrain design due to the smaller secondary obstruction. These are great telescopes for Planetary and Lunar observations.
This model benefits from the inclusion of Schott glass being used for the positive front Crown element in the objective. Schott is the recognized world leader in glass utilized for precision optical lens systems, including medical instrumentation, and famous-brand camera lenses
Specifications:
Aperture: 180mm
Focal Length: 2700mm (f/15)
Highest Practical Power: 360x
Limiting Stellar Mag: 13.7
Resolving Power: 0.64 arc sec
Weight: 7.8kg
OTA Dimensions: 21.6cm diameter x 50cm long
Supplied with 2" visual back, 2" dielectric star diagonal, 28mm 2" eyepiece and 9x50 finderscope (accessories pictured here differ slightly to those supplied).
Vixen style dovetail fitted
++++Skywatcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Mount++++
he computerized Sky-Watcher PRO mounts are designed with the novice user in mind. With the user-friendly pushbutton SynScan Hand Control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park.
The SynScan 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 13,400 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions.
The SynScan Hand Control also has the ability to connect to a computer via a serial cable. Once the connection has been established between the computer and SynScan Hand Control, many commercially available planetarium softwares can be used to control the HEQ5 mount. The new Version 3 software can also be upgraded via the internet so the software is never out of date. Future software upgrades will always be available.
This heavy-duty mount is a smaller version of the sturdy EQ6 mount. It is specially designed for observers who need the steadiness of the EQ6 mount, but find the EQ6 mount too physically demanding.
The HEQ5 mount 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:
* PC compatibility.
* Mount Type: German Equatorial Mount
* Telescope Mounting Method: Tube Rings (not supplied)
* Telescope Control: SynScan Hand Control
* *Tripod: 1.75" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
* Tripod Hight: 97-121cm
* Tripod Weight: 5.6kgs
* Counterweight: 1 X 5.1kgs
* Mount Weight (without counterweight): 10Kgs
* Mount Height: 35cm
* Total weight: 15kgs (counterweights not included)
* Motor Type: Microstep driven 1.8 degree stepper motors
* Power Supply: Requires 11 to 15 V DC 2Amp (Tip positive)- not supplied.
* Recommended maximum loading rate: approx. 13.5kg
* Accessory Tray
* 200mm Dovetail Bar
* SynScan Hand Control V3 upgradable.
++++Skywatcher GPS for Synscan++++
his NEW accessory from Skywatcher allows easier, more accurate alignment through GPS signals.
The unit will work with HEQ5 and EQ6 mounts using V3.10 or later.
Can be plugged directly to handsets to automatically update position, date and time of the mount.
Supplied with all cables for handset and PC connection. Can be used as a stand alone with PC or V3.10 handset
$1,900 AUD + S&H