Upgrade kits are available for the original nongoto eq6 and atlas mounts. Assuming i want to use a pc to control the mount, it looks like i can operate the eq6 r either via pcto synscan tomount, or directly pctomount. The heq5 is a good sturdy mount from skywatcher which uses quartz crystal drive motors. The skywatcher synscan az goto range irrespective of the alignment mode chosen, you do need to know the name of at least one bright star in the currently visible sky. Mar 19, 2020 eq6 pro manual pdf manual operated telescope and mount synscan to use this new function. Skywatcher eq6 pro synscan computerised goto equatorial mount. The eq5 synscan mount is the eq5 mount with the inclusion of goto facility. Ertl elektronics eqdirrs232 adapter for skywatcher eq 358heq5azeq6eq6r mount. Things started off great, setup the mount as per the manual. For astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized goto system, the skywatcher neq6 pro synscan is your answer. The eq3 pro synscantm mounts use the same goto system found in the heq5 and eq6 pro synscantm.
I think this might be a repost, but right now, im tying out of frustration, which is a nono im looking at different resources on the net and am seeing references to the eq6 mount of 3 levels. With the eq6 r, amateur astronomers now have an excellent mount for astrophotography with mediumheavy telescopes up to 20 kg weight at their disposal. A synscan hand controller and its interfaces are shown in fig. But the eq6 r is way beyond the capabilities of the lx70. Update the firmware of your skywatcher eq6 r pro synscan skywatcher website the complete user manual skywatcher synscan pdf do you use the skywatcher eq6 r pro for astrophotography. Placed polaris within the little circle using the altaz controls. The xxxx indicates the version number of the firmware. The skywatcher eq6 r pro is available with free shipping at high point scientific.
Dob collapsible, or newtonian reflector telescope tube ota on a synscan dob goto upgrade kit. The andromeda galaxy captured using the skywatcher heq5 mount. As i understand it, kstars can use indi to drive the mount but what id like to know is whether i can connect pc to mount using serial port and hand controller if so, would it need to be in pc direct mode or not or do i need some other means. The solar track mode is a new fuction to track the sun and does not need an alignment. Skywatcher azeq6 gt instruction manual pdf download. The heq5 continues to get lots of use in my backyard, even though i upgraded to the larger skywatcher eq6 r pro in late 2018. Its builtin st4 autoguider port gives you the freedom to use most of todays best autoguiders. Dec 30, 2008 spent all evening trying to get my new eq6 pro synscan to work. The skywatcher eq6 pro synscan tm is designed with the novice.
The synscan v4 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 skyscan is with the gotobut i have no idea what. Communication to the hand control is 9600 bitssec, no parity and one stop bit via the rs232 port on the base of the hand control. Skywatcher synscan instruction manual pdf download. It can detect the model of the mount it is connected to and select the appropriate operation mode. The skywatcher eq6r equatorial goto mount has a 44 lb weight capacity and excels as an astrophotography mount. Im reading the manuals for the mount and synscan, but i also have an initial question about how i should learn to operate the eq6 r. This information applies to the synscan v3, synscan v4 series goto mounts.
Nov 11, 2009 ive recently taken delivery of a synscan heq5 pro, and have found that the synscan software now provides a very easy way to do polar alignment. Designed for beginner to intermediate astronomers and astrophotographers. Create a folder for all synscan related files on your computer and name it synscan. Once the date, time and location are entered the latter is saved between sessions you start the alignment process by pointing the telescope to the named reference star. The modern optimised design of the eq6 r pro incorporates features that serious imagers will immediately appreciate, such as. The synscan hand controller, combined with the optical encoders and electronic drive motors of your goto. Synscan and skyscan are 2 different names for the same thing. Upgrade kit 2 pages summary of contents for skywatcher eq6. In this gps menu, you can read the gps information. Aug 19, 2019 eq6 pro manual pdf manual operated telescope and mount synscan to use this new function. Buy skywatcher eq6 r 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 dual saddle, stainless steel.
It can be fixed by adding a column extension for the eq6, or using a column instead of tripod. Some new windows computers have pdf writers installed on them such as microsoft print to pdf. This is largely irrelevant to my post, except that i hope to convey that im not a. The eq6 pro synscan goto mount this is the largest and most capable mount made by skywatcher. The new eq6r pro synscan computerised goto mounting is an exciting evolutionary progression of the continuing legend that is the eq6 pro. A synscan hand controller with a firmware version 3. It will be in the folder where your downloads go to by default, or wherever you chose earlier. This latest model skywatcher neq6 pro synscan includes a counterweight extension bar and dualsaddle to suit skywatcher 75mm and skywatcher 45mm losmandystyle and vixenstyle dovetails. It has been specially developed to be able to support heavy telescope otas of up to 18kg, stably and vibrationfree. The non pro no skyscan eq6 has a higher pe then the pro mounts but if you upgrade it with goto it will have virtually the same preformance as the pro mount. You can check for this in eq by going to file print setup and in the print setup dialog box, click the dropdown menu for the printer name.
The pro mounts come with goto and have quite low pe for the mony atleast the recent models. View and download skywatcher az eq6 gt instruction manual online. The very sturdy eq5 equatorial mount provides excellent precision and stability and a host of other useful features for the serious astronomer. Jan 09, 2020 eq6 pro manual pdf posted on january 9, 2020 by admin manual operated telescope and mount synscan to use this new function. Place the synscan into pcdirect mode done by hitting enter on the pcdirect option on the controller. How to polar align with heq5 and eq6 mounts, and synscan 3.
Delivery time is about 1015 days from the order date. It is not only suitable for visual observation, but also the entrance into astrophotography. Information on how to install the eq6 synscan upgrade kit. Im interested in trying out control of my skywatcher eq5 synscan telescope mount using indi on linux mint 12 based on ubuntu 11. You will see the status of the update below the update and hc. In fact we preinstall and test all components of the radio telescope before delivery. A padded wheeled bag or box for the heavy equatorial head. Press and hold down the key 0 simultaneously, then plug. Skywatcher neq6 pro goto astronomy mount first light optics. Once the connection has been established between the computer and synscan hand control, many commercially available planetarium software programs can be used to control the eq6 r pro mounts. Synscan v4v5 hand controller for all goto mounts, version 4.
For an equatorialaltazimuth dualmode mount, such as the az eq6 gt mount, the syn. A velcro tape to hold the synscan controller on the mount is a big help. Correctly plug the power cord into the 12v dc outlet on the the mount see fig. The lower scale is used for polar alignment of the telescope to your local latitude. This new synscan hand controller firmware release is an update from the previous synscan firmware. Connects to a power supply for standalone not connect ed to a telescope mount use of the hand controller. Skywatcher synscan pro goto upgrade kit for eq6 first. View online or download skywatcher eq6 instruction manual. Pro vs non prosynscanskyscani believe the synscan is with the dual axis controller. With the eqmod ascom driver, the user will be able to control the modded eq mount using any ascom based astronomy software at 0. Skywatcher eq6r goto syncscan equatorial mount s30300 adorama. Skywatcher has constructed this mount even more precisely and more stable.
If you have an older skywatcher synscan mount, you have the option of updating the hand controller firmware using the resources on the skywatcher website. After you have successfully downloaded the file, make sure you have turned off all programs, including eq6. The new eq6 r pro synscan computerised goto mounting is an exciting evolutionary progression of the continuing legend that is the eq6 pro. As i understand it, kstars can use indi to drive the mount but what id like to know is whether i can connect pc to mount using serial port and hand controller if so, would it need to be in pc direct mode or not or do i need some other means of connecting. Press enter, and the hand control will acquire gps information within 2 seconds, assuming the synscan gps mouse successfully fixes on the gps signal. The declination scale is located near the top of the mount fig. Neq6 pro synscan tm computerised goto extra heavy duty equatorial telescope mounting system with v. For this you will need a pdf program on your computer. Dll to communicate with the stepper motor controller board via the eqdir interface allowing the user to control a skyscan synscan or syntrek heq5, n eq6 or several other mounts using any ascom compliant planetarium software or other ascom compliant software like maximdl.
Connect the syncan to the mount using the db9 to rj45 cable 3. To reach this menu, press the utility key, then press the scroll keys until gps appears on the lcd screen. The mount rests firmly on a large, adjustable stainless steel pipe tripod with accessory tray. This is the optimal requirement for successful astrophotography, which depends on very precise movement of the mount when tracking. Eq6 synscan pointing the wrong way discussions mounts. This firmware is for eq6r, azeq6 and eq8r eq8rh mounts which have a builtin usb type b port. Universal stepper motor driver with builtin usb port, version 3. Eq6 pro manual pdf manual operated telescope and mount synscan to use this new function. Skywatcher eq6 pro synscan equatorial goto mount up to 20 kg. We recommend you to check the checkbox enforce database update and then click update to start downloading the new firmware into your synscantm hand control. Synscan goto mount az eq6 instruction manual french thanks optique unterlinden for providing the french translated manuals. The more it was used, the easier it was to go straight to an object or star. Skywatcher eq6r pro equatorial goto mount ships free. Esc, setup, enter, directional, numbershortcut keys, and scroll keys.
Skywatcher eq3 pro synscan goto computerised equatorial mount. The synscan tm should be powered by 1115v dc power supply tippositive capable of producing continuous current of minimum 2 amps. The successor to the proven eq6 skyscan or synscan mount has taken over the good properties of this mount. Sep 06, 2019 eq6 pro manual pdf by admin september 6, 2019 manual operated telescope and mount synscan to use this new function.
Jan 18, 2019 eq6 pro manual pdf posted on january 18, 2019 by admin manual operated telescope and mount synscan to use this new function. If using a usbserial adapter you will need to install the drivers that came with it. It is able to detect the model of the mount to which it connects and select the appropriate operation mode accordingly. For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized goto system, the eq6 pro synscan tm is your answer. Every time we set up, it accurately placed the object we wanted in the. However, ive not really found anybody on the web talking about this, so i thought id quickly document it here i know it would have been really useful i. Creating pdf files of patterns articles electric quilt. If so, let me know your experiences with it in the. This module implements the serial commands supported by the celestron nexstar hand control hc and skywatcherorion synscan hc.
The modern optimised design of the eq6r pro incorporates features that serious imagers will immediately appreciate, such as. A detailed guide with pictures on how to install the synscan goto upgrade kit for excellent heq5 mounts. These are ok for basic tracking, but the goto upgrade kit installs more precise stepper motors and adds the goto hand controller for better alignment. Orion adopted the eq6 synscan in 2005 the atlas eqg mount with goto controller, pictured left and the syntrek in 2006 the atlas eqg mount with dualaxis controller. A guide to the skywatcher skyliner400p flextube synscan goto parabolic dobsonian telescope duration. Objects that make up the universe emit a lot of electromagnetic waves at different frequencies which are. Skywatcher here you find replacement parts and options for articles, like colour or mount connections for tripods and much more. Page pc link cable that comes with the synscan dc power supply with tip positive. This is an ongoing project, so be sure to check the site for updates.