SkyWatcher Explorer 130PS AZ-GTI Reflector Telescope

Further details

The largest aperture model in the range, the Sky-Watcher Explorer-130PS (AZ-GTi) is ideal for deep sky views whilst being very portable, it has been designed to be controlled vcia WiFi with your Smartphone or Tablet, using the free SynScan App for iOS or Android. The AZ-GTi mount, with built-in WiFi module, creates it’s very own Wi-Fi network, so the mount can be used without other WiFi or mobile networks. After following a simple alignment procedure, you are ready to explore the universe using the App’s intuitive touchscreen menu. Complete system with eyepieces, finder, mount and tripod.

WiFi GoTo & Freedom find
The AZ-GTi and SynScan App provides full computerised GO-TO control, allowing the telescope to be automatically slewed to any one of the objects in the App’s extensive database of 10,000+ celestial objects. Incorporates Sky-Watcher’s Freedom-Find™ patented Dual-Encoder Technology, which allows the telescope to be moved manually in either axis without the mount losing its positional information. This gives the user enormous freedom, convenience and flexibility during observational sessions.

Bright & Wide fields of view
With an extremely useful 130mm of light gathering aperture and a superb parabolic primary mirror, the Explorer-130PS is a highly capable all-rounder instrument for the observation of the Moon, bright planets, nebulae, galaxies and star clusters. With the 650mm focal length the ability for wider field views of larger objects is easier, more stars in the eyepiece field.

Magnifications (with optics supplied): x26 & x65
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
Telescope Focal Length: 650mm (f/5)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
Red Dot Finder
AZ-GTi WiFi Go-To Alt-Azimuth Mount

Controller
Free SynScan App for iOS and Android mobile device or Synscan Hand Controller (available separately)

SynScan App Database
Total 10,000+ Objects. Deep Sky Objects: 10759, including Messier, NGC, IC, Caldwell Catalogues, Named DSOs, Named Stars: 305, Double Stars: 55, Solar system objects: 7 planets, Sun , Moon. (Unlimited objects when working with a 3rd party planetarium software).

SynScan App Alignment Method
Brightest Star Alignment, North-Level Alignment

SynScan App's Other Features
Tonight's Best Sky Tour, Point and Go with a mobile device, Identification of Celestial Objects, Remote control over Internet, User defined objects, Pointing Accuracy Enhancement (PAE)
Pointing Accuracy: Up to 10 arc-minute (RMS)
Resolution: 2073600 Counts/Rev., 0.625 arc-second
Resolution of Aux. R.A./Dec. Axis Encoders: 1068 Counts/Rev., approx. 20 arc-minutes
Freedom-Find™ Dual-Encoder Technology
Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar, Alignment-Free Solar Tracking
Slewing Speeds: 0.5X, 1.0x, 8.0x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 800x
Tracking Mode: Dual Axis Tracking
Motor: DC Servo Motor, Gear Ratio 6480
45mm Sky-Watcher/Vixen type dovetail saddle

Interface
SynScan Hand Control Port, DSLR Shutter Release Port (optional cables available separately), Built-in Wi-Fi Module

Connectivity
ASCOM platform for Windows PC, Mobile planetarium App for iOS and Android (SkySafari Plus/Pro, more are coming).
Network Protocol: UDP, Port 11880
Adjustable Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
Height of Tripod/Mount (excl. OTA): 80.5cm - 152cm
Total Weight with Tripod: 6.65kg
Power Requirement: 8 AA Size Batteries (not supplied) or External Power Supply (DC 7.5~14V, 0.75A) Tip Positive.
SynScan APP Download link

Delivery charge £5.95

Reviews

  Everything l Needed...  Exvellent solution to my needs. I was having extreme difficulty locating the minor planets with a regilar set up. But, the 130PS Az-GTI solved the problem immediately. Nice image from the parabolic mirror. Easy set up and use. Very pleased.  (09/05/2020) Barry Cooper - South Yorkshire

  Great 1st Telescope  I'm a beginner with telescopes and after much research I decided on this model. I liked the simplicity of the Wifi mount along with the App on my phone. So far it has been brilliant and easy to look into the night sky. Easy to set up and view, just stock up on batteries!! Excellent service too.   (20/10/2018) Tania - Essex

  Great telescope with amazing "GoTo" facility  Bought this as my first telescope after a lot of internet research. Have not been disappointed. Great scope that will see me well beyond the "beginner" phase. The wi-fi "Go To" is amazing and a great help for a beginner. Simple and quick to set up. Ordered in the morning and delivered the next day.   (20/07/2018) -