The skywatcher az eq6 synscan mount gives optimal stability and pointing accuracy for a wide variety of heavy professional photo and video equipment. The azeq6gt is a dual purpose, fully functional computerised heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. It is a hybrid mount with altazimuth capability for general use and equatorial capability for astrophotography use. For an equatorialaltazimuth dualmode mount, such as the azeq6 gt mount, the syn. The orion atlas eqg is the same mount as the eq6 pro, the orion sirius eqg the same as the heq5.
View online or download skywatcher eq6 instruction manual. Also, is there a difference between the skywatcher azeq6 gt or the skywatcher azeq6 gt gps. The mount head is 15,4 kg and can be easily removed from the tripod for transport. Gt series azeq5 goto mount with neq5 tripod skywatcher.
Saxon azeq6 pro mount with steel tripod optics central. You can conveniently enter your search into the lower field. Skywatcher have also released a new updated hand controller instruction manual which covers the v3. For instruction manuals and a link to the firmware update please see the skywatcher az eq6 gt product description at our website. For azeq6 and eq6r mounts without builtin usb type b port. I have followed all the instructions but keep getting the following error. Page 1 of 4 skywatcher azeq6 gt experiences posted in mounts. Skywatcher strongly recommend owners of the az eq6gt mount upgrade to the v3. Update and correct the solar tracking speed in the solar track mode. The skywatcher azeq6 synscan gives optimal stability and pointing accuracy for a wide variety of heavy professional photo and video equipments. Skywatcher azeq6 pro offers a high weight load capacity to let you use also heavy telescopes but its still portable. It is a hybrid mount with altazimuth capability for general use, and equatorial capability for astrophotography use. Earlier versions of eq do not need to be installed before installing eq8 upgrade.
Skywatcher azeq5 equatorial altaz motorized goto mount. Synscan computerised handset features include ongoing firmware updated from. Difficulties in achieving communication between starry night pro plus 7 and skywatcher az eq6 gt mount richard grudzien april 18, 2018 11. Star adventurer mini camera accessories pdf manual download. Free eq6 downloads justquiltin with denise russart. Az eq6gt dual purpose, fully functional computerized heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. This latest version 2020 addresses compatibility with ascom alpaca and also makes some needed changes for soon to be released firmware stay tuned for this upcoming firmware release. Supplied with a synscan handset with dual azeq firmware, it can automatically. Telescopemount drivers ascom standards for astronomy. The skywatcher azeq6 pro goto is designed for the professional astrophotographer who wants a solid and reliable mount with a payload of up to 20kg.
In different countries the branding designations of these mounts may vary slightly if in any doubt please consult the eqmod yahoo group for advice. I bought a sw az eq6 gt yesterday and am in the process of updating the firmware. Supplied with a synscan handset with dual azeq firmware, it can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its database. Skywatcher azeq6 gt instruction manual pdf download. We strongly recommend users to update this new released firmware to the hand control for their azeq6 gt mount. It contains a set of common interfaces, engines, and tools that are used to support most ascom drivers and other components. The solar track mode is a new fuction to track the sun and does not need an alignment. Skywatcher strongly recommend owners of the az eq6 gt mount upgrade to the v3. This firmware support altaz mount and equatorial mounts. Buy skywatcher eq6r pro equatorial goto mount featuring motorized and computerguided eq mount, positioning accuracy up to 1 arcminute, snap port for astrophotography, belt drive for precise trackingpointing, illuminated polar alignment scope, 10 slew speeds from 1x to x, synscan 42,900object hand controller, one, two, threestar alignment, losmandyvixen. Remove the two knurled screws from the left sidewall of the mount.
Supplied with synscan handset with dual azeq firmware, it can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its database. Information on how to install the eq6 synscan upgrade kit. Exos2gt usb pc interface cable allows you to connect the bresser exosii goto eq handset to the usb port of a pc or laptop using the new bresser driver that is compatible with ascom to operate the mount using windows navigation software via ascom also exos2gt usb pc interface cable is designed to control your computerized telescope from a laptop or pc. Also make sure you know the difference between az altazimuth mount and eq equatorial mount.
View and download skywatcher azeq6 gt instruction manual online. Issues updating synscan firmware archive iceinspace. Versatile, lightweight and astonishingly accurate our azeq5 hybrid mount epitomizes skywatchers commitment to innovation. If you install eq8 upgrade on a new computer, simply start with the eq8 download. Az eq6 instruction manual french thanks optique unterlinden for providing the french translated manuals. With the eqmod ascom driver, the user will be able to control the modded eq mount using any ascom based astronomy software at 0. Looking at downloadssoftwaremotorcontrolfirmware there is a firmware update for the azeq6 and eq6r mount version.
Tools of the trade eq6 added 73009 this wallhanging was designed several years ago for the quilting post online quilt group to celebrate national quilting day. Skywatcher az eq6 gt hand controller instruction manual v3. Skywatcher az eq6 gt mount telescopes up to 20 kg the skywatcher azeq6 pro is the perfect solution for amateur astronomers who want the benefit of an azimutal and an equatorial goto mount but without the disadvantages of them. Part az mount, part equatorial, the azeq5 is skywatchers most versatile mount, capable of aligning in either altaz, equatorial or dualota mode. Skywatcher az eq6gt firmware update and instructions. Both are available at the skywatcher website in the. Camera accessories skywatcher azeq6 gt instruction manual 20 pages. This will help in either picking the newest download 3. The lpig advanced allows the user to experience our universe on a whole new level with meades advanced solar. Supplied with a synscan handset with dual az eq firmware, it can automatically. This firmware support alt az mount and equatorial mounts. It combines the advantages of the equatorial mount with the simplicity of the altazimuth system. I have selected the correct comm port and connected with a serial cable bought from bintel which is apparently made for the eq6.
The mini azgt mount has builtin wifi capability so just connect the mount and control your telescope wirelessley with your mobile device. This application is used to update the motor controllers firmware of a skywatcher telescope mount, which has a builtin wifi module or an external synscan wifi dongle. Shop for skywatcher instore or online jacobs digital. It is now a valuable resource for people who want to make the most of their mobile devices, from customizing the look and feel to adding new functionality. It is able to detect the model of the mount to which it connects and select the appropriate operation mode accordingly. Exos2gt rj9 usb pc interface cable 3m for bresser exos 2. This is an ongoing project, so be sure to check the site for updates.
Communication to the hand control is 9600 bitssec, no parity and one stop bit via the. Supplied with a synscan computerised handset with dual azeq firmware, it can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its database. In fact, the azeq6 is a hybrid mount usable in both these configurations. Buy skywatcher azeq5 equatorial altaz motorized goto mount featuring three mount configurations, altaz, equatorial, dual ota, motorized and computerguided mount, 10 slew speeds from 1x to x, synscan 42,900object hand controller, one, two, threestar alignment, flash upgradable via internet download, heavyduty stainless steel tripod, dual. In our download area you can find current information about our products and our company, e. It can detect the model of the mount it is connected to and select the appropriate operation mode. This page lists items that the ascom initiative has made available for download. Before installing eq8 upgrade, must i first install my previous versions. The azeq6 gt mount comes with a 150mm counterweight rod extension, which can be installed at this point if necessary. For those who have the skywatcher azeq6 gt, aside from the cordwrap issue, im curious about any other experiences opinions.
Put the shorter one into the lower screw hole, keep the longer one for later usage. The saxon azeq6 gt pro mount provides the precision and stability needed for serious observing and astro imaging this azeq6 gt pro mount includes a builtin illuminated polar scope for both southern and northern hemisphere, a latitude adjuster with micrometer scale, an azimuth polaralignment adjuster, aluminium setting circles, large manual. The azeq is a dual purpose, fully functional computerised heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. View and download skywatcher star adventurer mini user manual online. The ascom platform is required for most of the drivers and other components. Get in touch with the skywatcher usa support team or download software and manuals for your product. Skywatcher azeq6 gt experiences mounts cloudy nights. Azeq6 goto mount with steel tripod skywatcher australia. This firmware is for eq6r, azeq6 and eq8req8rh mounts which have a builtin usb type b port.
Technicalcustomer support if you have questions about your skywatcher usa product please contact our technicalcustomer support department. Remove the threaded cap from the end of the counterweight rod. A number of other enhancements and updates are included so we recommend owners of the az eq6gt mount upgrade to the v3. In eq mode, az eq6gt designed for either visual use. For instruction manuals and a link to the firmware update please see the skywatcher az eq6gt product description at our website. My pier in the obsy is level, the head isnt quite pointing north but close.
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