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Multi Purpose Programmable Mount inc. Alloy Tripod and Star Tracking

SKU# SKY-SWMULTI-MNT

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- Electronic multi-purpose mount
- Automatically track astronomical objects
- Very easy to use with the included hand control unit
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent for astro-imaging and recording
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The Sky-Watcher Multi Purpose Programmable Mount inc. Alloy Tripod and Star Tracking is a revolutionary single arm, alt-azimuth mount that performs several functions due to its unique encoder and DC servo motor with software control design. The Sky-Watcher multi-function mount is a sophisticated instrument with simple-to-use versatility.

The Sky-Watcher multi-function mount can be used for astronomical electronic direction movement and tracking, or use it terrestrially with its cruising function for imaging or recording of stored positions.

Amateur astronomers can use their optical tube assembly with this mount to automatically track astronomical objects and slew at a fast rate for directional movement. The hand control unit (included) makes it easy and fun to use.

Optional Go-To capability - with the revolutionary SynScan computer controller and a telescope, the Sky-Watcher multi-function mount responds instantly to keypad commands to locate astronomical objects at the touch of a finger!

Features:
- Patented design
- Quick 3-step setup for celestial object tracking
- No polar alignment required for solar tracking
- Latitude input by axis dial on the arm
- State-of-the-art engineered mount
- Light weight and portable
- Hand Control to command the motor
- Slewing speed up to 800X
- DC servo motor assembly
- IR encoder with optical wheel
- Single fork arm with quick mounting tube ring
- Optical tube or spotting scope (user supplied) up to 4Kg (8.8 pounds)

Multi Purpose Programmable Mount inc. Alloy Tripod and Star Tracking Features
- Electronic multi-purpose mount
- Automatically track astronomical objects
- Very easy to use with the included hand control unit
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent for astro-imaging and recording
Specifications
Specifications - Patented design
- Quick 3-step setup for celestial object tracking
- No polar alignment required for solar tracking
- Latitude input by axis dial on the arm
- State-of-the-art engineered mount
- Light weight and portable
- Hand Control to command the motor
- Slewing speed up to 800X
- DC servo motor assembly
- IR encoder with optical wheel
- Single fork arm with quick mounting tube ring
- Optical tube or spotting scope (user supplied) up to 4Kg (8.8 pounds)
Manufacturer Skywatcher

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:
Is this mount capable of mounting a 1200mm long 6" Dobsonian?
A:
The Multipurpose programmable mount is primarily for Cameras and will not be very suitable for your 6" Dobsonian as the length of the tube is too long.

I would recommend a Saxon EQ5 Mount for your 6" Dobsonian. We have one available from Saxon here http://www.ozscopes.com.au/saxon-eq5-mount-w-steel-tripod.html
Q:
I'm interested in this mount to use for panoramic photography. Do you have a PDF manual for the unit so I can see if I can interface to it to control what I need.
A:
Yes, you can download it from this link:
http://www.skywatchertelescope.net/swtsupport/Instruction_Manuals/Multi-function%20mount.pdf

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