Az eq6 backlash book

The azeq6gt is a dual purpose, fully functional computerised heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. Eq6, atlas eqg, azeq6, atlas pro azeq6g plus adapter plate. Even latest darkframe generation tuned eq6neq6az eq6 gt mounts. Although you would think i had burned a holy book the way some people react. The az eq6 gt does improve on many of the shortcomings of the eq6 in this regard but there are still things that need improvement. Skywatcher az eq6gt evolutionary development of successful neq6 pro. However, when reversing direction in ra, the gap may introduce a perceived delay before the mount appears to respond this is backlash. It is a hybrid mount with altazimuth capability for general terrestrial use and equatorial capability for astrophotography use, also able to to carry heavy duty photographic equipments for professional shooting and video recording. The skywatcher az eq5 pro mount is based on the bigger model az eq6 with respect to which offers better portability and lower weight. For an equatorialaltazimuth dualmode mount, such as the azeq6 gt mount, the synscan hand control will require the user to choose the mounts operating mode. Skywatcher az eq6gt telescope equatorial mount optical. These reduce the endfloat, and provide a very solid feel to the mount, which in turn virtually eliminates the well known rocking motion in both radec. Hi everyone, some very exciting times ahead for astrophotographers, for those that dont know it was sky watcher or synta to be more precise that brought us affordable mass produced astrophotography mounts with the release of the eq5 and eq6 pro, forever changing the understanding of value for money mounts. A tuned eq6 will match it though and is few hundred cheaper.

Primalucelab eq6, atlas eqg, azeq6, atlas pro azeq6g. Azeq6 pro goto mount product group budapest telescope. Deep space products, telescopes, telescope accessories. In eq mode, az eq5 pro is designed for either visual use or astroimaging.

The mount is running fairly well except for recurrent dec backlashes that happen at random or after dithers. See featured authors answering questions learn more. It is a hybrid mount with altazimuth capability for general use, equatorial capability for. Gps connects to the synscan hand controler picture 3. The equatorial mode is ideal for astrophotography while the altazimuth configuration is. No backlash or hesitation was visible at any of the slew speeds, including moving. That said, i adjusted my azeq6 dec backlash to improve guiding, im. Sky watcher esprit ed apo 120mm f7 refractor telescope and.

Skywatcher azeq5 multipurpose goto mount free shipping. This guide needs to be read in conjunction with the main strip down guide and shows how to get better tuning with the ra and dec worm gears by using. The skywatcher azeq5 gives optimal stability and pointing accuracy for a wide variety of professional photo and video equipment. Skywatcher azeq6 pro mount with steel tripod sidereal trading.

Book your mount in advance or during bad weather, as we get busy out of season. Page 4 of 4 skywatcher azeq6 gt experiences posted in mounts. Skywatcher az eq6 gt eq and altaz goto mount the skywatcher azeq6 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. Sky watcher azeq5 pro is essentially smaller, lighter version of highly successful az eq6gt. Made by an astrophotographer, for the astrophotographers. If the issues are severe enough, even autoguiding wont help. Backlash is an effect caused by the small gap between the gears that allow the mount to move. Part az mount, part equatorial, the azeq5 is skywatchers most versatile mount, capable of aligning in either altaz, equatorial or dualota mode.

Hi all i have recently started using eqmod to control my eq5 pro mount. Both mounts also support usage in either alt az useful for visual and outreach activities and eq modes for astrophotography. Troubleshooting and analysis calibration and mount control problems if you are just starting to use phd2 or are connecting to new equipment for the first time, you may have trouble getting calibration done. For an equatorialaltazimuth dualmode mount, such as the az eq6 gt mount, the synscan hand control will require the user to choose the mounts operating mode. In addition to the dual altaz and eq modes, the atlas pro az eqg boasts some other key enhancements, including a smooth yet very robust latitude adjustment for accurate polar alignment, beefier right ascension ra and declination dec clutch adjustments, a thicker retractable counterweight shaft 1 in diameter and a threadon shaft.

Skywatcher az eq6 gt evolutionary development of successful neq6 pro. Vixen axd2 equatorial mount with starbook ten controller. New and improved version of the robust and precise old eq6 pro mount. Page 1 of 2 atlas eq6 dec backlash adjustment will this work. Skip to content buy now, pay later explore financing options. Skywatcher az eq6gt goto computerized equatorial mount. Counterweights were onput scope onbalancing in both directions. Skywatcher the worlds largest telescope manufacturer.

Combining the best functions of the atlux series of mounts and of the star book controller, vixen has created an easy to use and technically exceptional mount for all level of astronomers. I have tried various suggestions to adjust dec backlash gear mesh and it is still huge, to that point that guiding assistant of phd2 suggests guiding in one direction only. The az eq is a dual purpose, fully functional computerised heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. The lcd screen will display operating mode in the first line. Parrot project parrot is a cloud friendly operating system designed for pentesting, computer forensic, reverse engi. When i use the mount with the synscan hand controller i have noticed the usual backlash in the declination axis when reversing the direction from north to south or vice versa. Both mounts also support usage in either altaz useful for visual and outreach activities and eq modes for astrophotography. Giant fish, students will learn about what makes these gentle giants so special, including what they look like, where they live, and how they grow. This was first introduced in the larger skywatcher azeq6 mount, which in the us is marketed by orion as the orion atlas pro azeqg. Then you wont miss news about our sales, new products, or our popular monthly whats in. For an equatorialaltazimuth dualmode mount, such as the az eq6 gt mount, the synscan hand control will request the user to choose the mounts operating mode. I recently received from delta optical company for tests new sky watcher eq6 r equatorial mount.

Sky watchers new mounts eq8 and eq6 alt az anthonys. Skywatcher azeq6 gt manuals manuals and user guides for skywatcher azeq6 gt. Using our proprietary synscan hand controller, the eq6r pro provides a userfriendly interface with. Long exposure astrophotography brings the rewarding pursuit of stellar imaging to your bedside table. Skywatcher azeq5 pro goto telescope mount optical universe. The detailed illustrations and repetitive text will support emergent readers. With the eqmod ascom driver, the user will be able to control the modded eq mount using any ascom based astronomy software at 0. Loosen the counterweights thumb screw and slide the counterweight onto the counter. Using the azeq6 gt mount 90 degree altaz mode locking bolt fork thumb knob. Skywatcher azeq5 equatorial altaz motorized goto mount. Az eq6gt dual purpose, fully functional computerized heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. Skywatcher embraced this combined approach with the azeq6gt, and followed it with midrange azeq5gt.

Skywatcher az eq6gt ra backlash issues discussions. Use the jack handle to lower the elevation to the desired angle. Some info for those that have an eq6r that has developed. German equatorial skywatcher azeq6 pro synscan computerized mount with synscan handpad, with dualaxis motor drive, tripod and telescope polar scope, double. Align the metal dowel on the tripod top with the gap between the two azimuth adjustment knobs. Versatile, lightweight and astonishingly accurate our azeq5 hybrid mount epitomizes skywatchers commitment to innovation. Autoguiding a telescope for deep sky astrophotography basic. A short video showing the neq6 gear backlash, the final part of video is with the rowan belt modification carried out.

Azeq6 driving off on its own while guiding equipment. Sky watcher esprit ed apo 120mm f7 refractor telescope and az eq6 r pro goto syncscan equatorial mount. The skywatcher heq5 and neq6 have been proved time and again to respond to tuning and rebuilds of this kind. Apr 09, 20 the new skywatcher az eq6 gt has had a successful launch and has been well received. Eq6, atlas eqg, azeq6, atlas pro azeq6 g plus adapter plate. Sky watcher az eq5 pro is essentially smaller, lighter version of highly successful az eq6 gt. Designed and built to provide a versatile platform for astronomers and astrophotographers of all levels, the skywatcher azeq5 equatorial altaz motorized goto mount is outfitted with precision motors, a quiet lowbacklash belt drive, a computer controller, and a sturdy tripod to provide an ideal platform for observation and imaging. In eq mode, azeq5 pro is designed for either visual use or astroimaging.

Book your mount in advance or during bad weather, as we get busy out of. If you dont need the az feature then yes, and in the uk market it is a lower price than the azeq6gt. Jun 26, 2015 this was first introduced in the larger skywatcher az eq6 mount, which in the us is marketed by orion as the orion atlas pro az eqg. Sw azeq6 panel promised to minimize gear backlash and periodic error. The skywatcher heq5 and n eq6 have been proved time and again to respond to tuning and rebuilds of this kind. There were somethings i had experienced during polar aligning the mount.

This book can also be used to teach students how to identify problem and solution and the simple subjects in sentences. Supertuning the synta skywatcher eq6 orion atlas astrobaby. Use the scrolling keys located at the bottom left and right of the keypad to choose be. The wormgear shaft is upgraded with our lowfriction hybrid ceramic bearings. The dec backlash correction suggested by dev build of phd2 is in the order of 2000 ms. I bought my mount just over a year back and the backlash has always been there, recently i have started to use a camera and. The modifications which were carried out are shown in great detail by kari.

The azeq5 is a hybrid mount with altazimuth capability for general use, equatorial capability for astrophotography use and dualota mode perfect for outreach. The azeq6 gt mount comes with a 150mm counterweight rod extension, which can be installed at this point if necessary. Skywatcher eq5, eq6, azeq6 mount lock lever by clifton2. Primalucelab eq6, atlas eqg, azeq6, atlas pro azeq6g plus adapter plate this adapter plate from primalucelab is made to work specifically with the eq6 and azeq6 mounts from skywatcher and the atlas azeq6g mount from orion. Azeq6 ra movement discussions mounts stargazers lounge. I did not get long due to the clouds but not bad so far. Im certain they wanted to pitch the eq6r at a higher price, but again a tuned eq6 mount is a great leveller. This procedure is an addendum to the main strip down guide located here and will guide you towards supertuning the mount to get better results. Replacement lock lever for skywatcher eq5, eq6, azeq6 mount, wont be as strong as the original but useful for temporary operation if one of the originals breaks which mine did. Hi after much goggling about i have come here to ask if anyone knows how to adjust the ra backlash out of my skywatcher az eq6gt. The az eq6 gt was the greatest surprise of 2016, and led the development of our second generation mount tune. Update and correct the solar tracking speed in the solar track mode. Obviously i have not had chance to test it out yet but i have done some slewing as you do.

The azeq5 synscan features hybrid stepper motor drives on both axes for smooth slewing at up to 4. Possibly related was phd not being able to move one of the axis when calibrating, until i gave the whole. This unique mount ships configured as a german equatorial. We have 1 skywatcher azeq6 gt manual available for free pdf download. When doing astrophotography, the backlash compensation and the adjustable autoguiding speed helps a lot, and also the pec functionality. Last night i got it out and noticed a lot of play in the dec axis, which i didnt remember before. Hi jim, from my experience i have both heq5 and az eq6 you wont be able to reliably take 90120s unguided exposures with az eq6. Az eq6 gt dual purpose, fully functional computerized heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. It will be a successor of well known eq6 neq6 mounts that found their places in many astronomy amateurs setups all around the world. Astrobin is an image hosting website specifically targeted to astrophotographers. Skywatcher azeq6 is a highly successful mount from skywatcher. My azeq6 gt has a small amount of movement in the ra axis which. Phd2 does not seem capable for correcting those even when running 100% aggressiveness with dec i tried that a number of times in the past. Hypertune the hypertune service from deep space products is a service we perform on your german equatorial mount gem where we inspect the telescope mount for obvious signs of wear, tear, or defects, and then clean, lubricate and adjust it to top performance, and perform repairs as needed.

Its already a good mount, but many owners found themselves stuck between either sticking with it or moving to a. Ensure the extension is tightly secured before installing counterweights. The eq6, eq6 syntrek and eq6 pro along with the neq6 and orion atlas versions are all the same basic mount the only difference in the syntrekgoto versions is the motors, the power. The skywatcher az eq6gt is an exciting evolutionary development of the orginal neq6. Product was successfully added to your shopping cart. These can be provided to the customer upon request and at extra cost as part of a report. The az eq6 gt was the greatest surprise of 2016, and led the development of our second generation hypertune. The included tripod boasts big, 2 diameter steel legs for enhanced stability.

Orion atlas pro azeqg computerized goto telescope mount. The computercontrolled eq6r pro synscan mount is an evolutionary improvement of the legendary eq6 pro. This firmware support alt az mount and equatorial mounts. The skywatcher az eq5 gives optimal stability and pointing accuracy for a wide variety of professional photo and video equipment. In fact, the azeq6 is a hybrid mount usable in both these configurations.

I will wright up more later but in a nutshell it goes to object very very well from a 1 star alignment. Ive been having a few issues with my azeq6, but not sure of the cause. A stronger and larger clutch release knob that doesnt snap off like kindling is a good example theres an m6 bolt for that. The azeq5gt is supplied with a pier tripod, synscan v4 handset, power cable, dec. Strong and solid, the atlas eqg computerized goto telescope mount weighs in at 54 pounds and includes two 11pound counterweights for a total assembled weight of 76 pounds. My first light with my new c11 and skywatcher az eq6. Stepper motors are quieter than servo motors, providing accuracy up to 1 arc minute without waking your neighbors from buzzing motors.

The skywatcher azeq6 pro is the perfect solution for amateur astronomers who want the benefit of an azimutal and an. The skywatcher azeq6gt is an exciting evolutionary development of the hugely successful neq6 pro. Some info for those that have an eq6r that has developed backlash after a year of. This is an ongoing project, so be sure to check the site for updates. The skywatcher azeq5 synscan goto mount is equally useful as an eq mount or operating in az mode. Spring loading your skywatcher eq6neq6 worm makes the worm mesh quicker to set and completely eliminates backlash, which improves the tracking and. Current turnaround for darkframe stellartuned n eq6 mounts is now typically 3 weeks from receipt of mount, subject to mount condition and specification nonstandard spec. Supplied with a synscan computerised handset with dual az eq firmware, it can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its database. Just upgraded to a takahashi em mount for my toanfb before i even got to use this mount outside. It is a hybrid mount with altazimuth capability for general use and equatorial capability for astrophotography use.

Rowan astronomy zero backlash worm mount for skywatcher neq6. Skywatcher az eq5 prosynscan computerized mount with synscan hand pad, with dualaxis motor drive, tripod with integrated halfpillar and encoders on both axis. The skywatcher az eq6 synscan mount gives optimal stability and pointing accuracy for a wide variety of heavy professional photo and video equipment. Belt driven technology for ultra high accuracy, low periodic error plus minimum backlash. Hello all, i received this new kit about a week ago and as luck would have it the clouds have not shifted since anyway i thought id post some images of the set up for those who have not yet seen this mount. The mount accepts the standard st4 style autoguider input for astrophotography, and also has a dslr shutter control port. Because the gearworks are hidden in the eq6 at this stage its not possible to gauge pressure on the motors. Ensure the extension is tightly secured before installing fig. Stable, accurate, versatile and very portable weighing only 33pounds the skywatcher. The hand controller firmware can be upgraded from the. I would advise gentle pressure against the motor towards the worm gear as you replace the fixing screws for the motor. As far i know, i was already in eq mode and stayed in that mode. Ideal for a seriuos visual observer and astrophotographer.

Informational nonfiction, 255 words, level i grade 1, lexile 470l multilevel book also available in levels r and x in whale sharks. This problem usually takes one of two forms, each requiring different responses. The solar track mode is a new fuction to track the sun and does not need an alignment. On saturday because i had my skywatcher eq8 telescope mount polar alignment sorted, i decided i had to check and adjust the backlash in declination before mounting my orion vx12 12. A value can be defined in the star book one controller to compensate for this.

Orion atlas pro azeqg mount head illuminated synscan goto hand controller. Skywatcher azeq6 gt instruction manual pdf download. While guiding, it seems to want to move off in one direction on its own, with no command being sent that im aware of at the same time as ruining a good exposure, some times two or three in a row. The skywatcher azeq6 synscan mount gives optimal stability and pointing accuracy for a wide variety of heavy professional photo and video equipment.

In az mode, it is primarily intended for visual use and in this mode two telescopes can be mounted simultaneously in parallel. This astrophotography book is a primer and a fullyformed,practical guide for entering the world of long exposureastrophotography. This is after doing a polar alignment with tpoint add on to theskyx. For this reason, its always best to invest in a quality telescope mount that has been proven to be a reliable choice for deep sky astrophotography. The new skywatcher az eq6gt has had a successful launch and has been well received.