Sky-Watcher 130/650 telescope on an AZ-Go2 mount

• A first instrument to begin planetary observation
• 130mm diameter telescope for beginners in deep sky observation.
• With motorized altazimuth mount for easy observation.
• Automated tracking and scoring (GOTO)

With its 130mm primary mirror, the Sky-Watcher Newton 130 It captures 30% more light than a 114mm telescope Under dark skies, it's possible to observe in greater detail than with a smaller instrument. It promises beginners looking to invest in a bright and affordable telescope many fruitful evenings of observing. For planetary observation With the help of a Barlow lens or a short focal length eyepiece, it will reveal Numerous details of Jupiter, Saturn, and the Moon .

Its Newtonian design offers several advantages over other types of instruments (refractors and Cassegrain telescopes). First, the mirrors are cheaper to manufacture (spherical mirror) for the same diameter, and their focal ratio is generally lower. The central obstruction is also less than in Cassegrain telescopes; If the collimation (mirror alignment) is maintained correctly, the image quality is good for planetary observation. .

The SynScan Go-To automatic timing system

This version of the AZ GOTO mount (without hand controller) requires downloading the free app SynScan . You can control the mount directly from your smartphone or tablet thanks to a built-in Wi-Fi card. When the connection is active, you will be able to control the mount from the SynScan application with the same functions as your handheld controller.

For greater user convenience, Sky-Watcher has equipped part of its range of instruments with a motorized dual-axis GOTO altazimuth mount, capable of fast pointing and tracking. This eliminates the need to know the position of stars or distant deep-sky objects; the Sky-Watcher AZ-Go2 mount automatically moves the instrument to the desired target. After calibration (polar alignment), orienting the optical tube to the north, and leveling, you can select one- or two-star alignment. The database contains over 42,900 objects, including those from the main catalogs (Messier, NGC, IC, as well as the planets, the Moon, and the Sun).

For maximum convenience, the mount is moved quickly using the buttons in the SynScan app on your smartphone or tablet. Easy to use, it helps you quickly point the instrument at any galaxy, nebula, cluster, or object in the solar system. Discover in detail the famous Andromeda Galaxy, the fabulous mantles surrounding the heart of Orion, the Hercules cluster M13 and its core, rich with thousands of stars. Saturn, Jupiter, and the Moon are also wonders you can explore at your leisure.

Displaying the date, time, and observation location on the hand controller, along with the "Tour" function, allows you to point the AZ-Go2 at the most interesting objects throughout the night. Enjoy a guided tour of the sky from your observation point, based on the object presented in a drop-down list.

The ability to track (motorized) any object eliminates the need for constant manual adjustments The object remains centered in the field of view, which facilitates the discovery of details, especially on planets. Thanks to a payload capacity of approximately 5 kg The Sky-Watcher 130mm Newtonian telescope has good support and vibrations are quickly dampened despite its single-arm fork mount. The instrument is attached using a Vixen-style male dovetail; therefore, it can be easily and quickly removed from the mount. Another long-term advantage is the possibility of upgrading the mount: it can accommodate other instruments (telescopes, refractors) thanks to its Vixen-style female dovetail mount.

You can also use the "Point and Go" function: simply point your smartphone at a region of the sky and the mount will automatically move to that area using the SynScan app. Continuous updates will be developed to improve the application's functionality. It can also be controlled from a PC via Wi-Fi and is compatible with ASCOM and EQMOD.

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