Skywatcher HEQ5-R Pro SynScan™ GoTo Mount

Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro SynScan™ GoTo Mount

The evolution of a legend – precision, stability, and astrophotography performance

The Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro SynScan™ is the modern evolution of the highly successful HEQ5 Pro mount. Designed for demanding amateur astronomers and astrophotographers, it features significantly improved mechanics, higher payload capacity, and advanced electronics for precise tracking and reliable guiding performance.

Key Features & Benefits

• Increased payload capacity up to 15 kg (astrophotography)
  Larger worm gear shafts provide improved stability and load handling.

• Enhanced tracking precision
  RA and DEC worm wheels with increased tooth counts for smoother motion and improved guiding accuracy.

• Synchronous belt drive system
  Minimal backlash, quieter operation, smoother motion, higher torque, and better guiding results.

• Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC)
  Eliminates the need for repeated PEC training.

• Improved polar altitude adjustment
  Wide adjustment range for flexible observing locations.

• Modern connectivity
  External power input, USB Type-A & Type-B ports, autoguider port, and 12-V power output.

• Integrated SNAP camera control port
  Direct shutter control for compatible cameras.

• Integrated carry handle
  Makes transport and setup easier.

SynScan™ GoTo Control System

The included SynScan™ V6 hand controller offers intuitive menu navigation and access to a database of over 42,000 celestial objects. Objects can be selected at the push of a button, with automatic tracking available at sidereal, solar, or lunar rates.

Technical Specifications

Mount

• Type: German Equatorial Mount

• Maximum payload (astrophotography): 15 kg

• Mount weight (without tripod): 12 kg

• Polar altitude adjustment range: 5° to 72°

• Azimuth adjustment range: ±15°

• Maximum slew speed: 3.2° per second

Drive & Precision

• Motors: 1.8° Hybrid stepper motors

• Drive system:

  • 160-tooth RA worm wheel

  • 144-tooth DEC worm wheel

  • 36:12 synchronous timing belt drive

  • 64 microsteps / 1.8° stepper motor

• Gear reduction:

  • RA axis: 480

  • DEC axis: 432

• Resolution:

  • RA: 0.21 arcseconds

  • DEC: 0.23 arcseconds

• PEC: 100-segment Permanent PEC (PPEC)

Tracking & Guiding

• Tracking rates: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar

• Tracking mode: Equatorial

• Autoguiding speeds: 0.125×, 0.25×, 0.5×, 0.75×, 1×

• Pointing accuracy: up to 5 arcminutes (RMS)

Power & Connectivity

• Power supply: DC 9–12.6 V / 3 A

• Ports:

  • SynScan hand controller

  • USB Type-A & Type-B

  • Autoguider

  • 12-V hub power output

  • SNAP camera control port

Tripod & Counterweights

• Tripod: 1.75″ stainless steel tripod, 5.2 kg

• Counterweights: 2 × 5.3 kg

• Counterweight shaft: 20 mm diameter, length 310 mm + 200 mm

Saddle

• Dual-fit dovetail saddle: 45 mm / 75 mm
  (Dovetail bar not included)

Included in Delivery

• Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro SynScan™ mount

• Stainless steel tripod with accessory tray

• SynScan™ V6 hand controller with cables

• 2 counterweights (5.3 kg each)

Note:
A polar scope is not included and is available as an optional accessory.