Product Description
Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 AZ-GTi Wi-Fi Go-To Maksutov Telescope (10265)
A Compact, High-Resolution Telescope with Wireless Go-To Tracking
The Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 AZ-GTi is a powerful and highly portable Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope, offering exceptional planetary, lunar, and double-star observations. With a 127mm aperture and a long 1500mm focal length (f/11.8), this telescope excels in high-contrast, high-resolution viewing, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced astronomers.
Featuring fully computerised Go-To functionality via Wi-Fi, the AZ-GTi mount allows for wireless control through the free SynScan™ App (iOS/Android). This mount automatically locates and tracks over 10,000 celestial objects, ensuring effortless navigation of the night sky.
Key Features
- 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Optical System: Offers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration.
- 1500mm Focal Length (f/11.8): Provides detailed views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects.
- Wireless Go-To Control: Connect via Wi-Fi and control the telescope using the SynScan™ App on your smartphone or tablet.
- Freedom-Find™ Dual Encoder Technology: Move the telescope manually without losing alignment, giving you greater flexibility.
- AZ-GTi Go-To Alt-Azimuth Mount: Automatically tracks celestial objects for steady and prolonged viewing.
- Red Dot Finder: Aids in quickly locating objects.
- 90° Star Diagonal (1.25") for comfortable viewing angles.
High-Resolution Planetary & Deep-Sky Viewing
The SkyMax 127 is designed to provide crisp, high-magnification views of:
- The Moon’s craters, ridges, and mountain ranges
- Jupiter’s cloud bands and its four largest moons
- Saturn’s rings and Cassini Division
- Mars’ surface features and polar ice caps
- Venus’ phases
- Double stars and bright deep-sky objects, including globular clusters and nebulae
Computerised Go-To Technology
- 10,000+ Object Database: Explore deep-sky objects, planets, stars, and galaxies with ease.
- Guided Night Sky Tours: The SynScan™ App suggests the best objects to view each night.
- Precise Automatic Tracking: Keeps objects centred for extended observation.
Included Accessories
- Two Eyepieces (1.25") – 10mm & 25mm, providing magnifications of x60 & x150
- 90° Star Diagonal (1.25") for comfortable viewing angles
- Red Dot Finder for easy object location
- AZ-GTi Wi-Fi Go-To Alt-Azimuth Mount (3/8" Screw Thread)
Compact, Portable & Easy to Use
- Lightweight & Travel-Friendly: Ideal for astronomers who need a powerful yet portable telescope.
- No External Wi-Fi Required: The built-in Wi-Fi network allows you to control the telescope anywhere, even in remote locations.
- Mount Power Requirements: Operates on AA batteries or an external 12V power supply.
Why Choose the Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 AZ-GTi?
✔ Sharp, high-contrast Maksutov-Cassegrain optics
✔ Wireless Go-To control for effortless navigation
✔ Manually movable without losing alignment
✔ Perfect for planetary, lunar, and double-star observations
✔ Highly portable—ideal for travel and backyard astronomy
The Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 AZ-GTi Wi-Fi Go-To Maksutov Telescope is the ultimate compact, high-resolution instrument for astronomers who demand precision, convenience, and portability!
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Via Wi-Fi using free SynScan App for iOS and Android devices or SynScan Hand Controller (available separately)
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| SynScan App Database | Total 10,000+ objects. Deep Sky Objects |
| 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)
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| Tracking rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Scope |
Built in polar scope with illuminator
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Dual counterweight positions for use at low latitudes
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| Latitude Adjustment | 0 to 70° |
| Interfaces |
USB, ST4 Auto-guiding, SynScan Hand Control Port (SynScan handset available separately), DSLR Shutter Release Port, Built-in Wi-Fi Module
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Compatible with 3/8" tripod thread
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| 45mm Dovetail Saddle | 45mm |
| Firmware upgrades | Free |
| Supplied with | 2.3kg Counterweight |
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Adjustable Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray and extension pier
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| Counterweight Bar | 20mm diameter, steel |
| R.A. worm gear |
180 teeth, 92.5mm diameter. R.A. wheel gear 15.8mm diameter
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| Dec worm gear |
144 teeth, 73.6mm diameter. Dec wheel gear 10.8mm diameter
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| DC Servo Motors | |
| Resolution RA |
0.35 arc-second; Dec 0.44 arc-second
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| Power Supply |
8 x AA internal battery pack (batteries not included) or external 12v DC source
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| Payload Capacity | 5kg (11 lb) |
| Tripod Length | 74cm to 114cm |
| Total height with tripod extended | 135.5cm |
| Mount head weight | 2.6Kg |
| Tripod weight | 2.6Kg |
| Net Weight | 9.1kg |
| Box Weight | 12.3kg |
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