Product Description
Skywatcher Skymax-127 Virtuoso GTi Wi-Fi Go-To Tabletop Telescope
The Sky-Watcher Skymax-127 (Virtuoso GTi) is a portable, high-resolution Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope designed for ease of use and powerful performance. Featuring wireless Go-To control through the SynScan App for iOS and Android, this compact tabletop telescope allows you to explore over 10,000 celestial objects with just a few taps on your smartphone or tablet. Ideal for observing double stars, the Moon, and bright planets, the Skymax-127 offers a versatile viewing experience in a highly portable design.
Key Features & Benefits
- Wireless Control via SynScan App: The built-in Wi-Fi module allows you to control the telescope wirelessly without needing any external Wi-Fi or mobile network. Simply connect through the SynScan App, enter your location coordinates, and align to start exploring.
- Comprehensive Go-To Database: With Go-To control, the Skymax-127 can automatically locate and track any of the 10,000+ celestial objects stored in the SynScan App’s database, providing seamless access to the night sky.
- Freedom-Find™ Dual Encoder Technology: Move the telescope manually without losing alignment, thanks to Sky-Watcher’s patented dual-encoder technology. This feature enables freedom of movement and flexibility during observation sessions without needing to realign.
- High-Resolution Maksutov-Cassegrain Optics: The 127mm multi-coated optical system is optimised for high-resolution, long focal length viewing, delivering crisp, high-contrast images perfect for detailed views of lunar craters, planetary surfaces, and double stars.
- Compact and Portable Design: Lightweight and easy to transport, the Skymax-127 is designed for tabletop use but can also be mounted on a standard tripod with a 3/8" thread, enhancing versatility for a range of observing setups.
Specifications
- Optical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
- Aperture: 127mm
- Mount Type: Virtuoso GTi Go-To with Wi-Fi control
- Go-To Database: Over 10,000 celestial objects
- App Compatibility: SynScan App (iOS/Android)
- Freedom-Find™ Dual Encoders: Yes
- Tripod Compatibility: Standard 3/8" thread (AZ5 Stainless Steel Tripod recommended)
Whether you’re a beginner looking for an easy-to-use Go-To telescope or an experienced observer wanting portable, powerful optics, the Skymax-127 Virtuoso GTi is an excellent choice for your astronomical adventures.
| Magnifications (with optics supplied) | x60 & x150 |
| Highest Practical Power (Potential) | x254 |
| Diameter of Primary Mirror | 127mm |
| Telescope Focal Length | 1500mm (f/11.8) |
| Eyepieces Supplied (1.25") | 10mm & 25mm |
| Red Dot Finder | Yes |
| 90° Star Diagonal (1.25”) | Yes |
| VIRTUOSO GTi WiFi Go-To Tabletop Alt-Azimuth Mount (with 3/8" screw thread on base for tripod mounting) | |
| 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 | 1-star Alignment , 3-star Alignment, 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) |
| Resolution | 1.5 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, 600x, Max |
| Tracking Mode | Dual Axis Tracking |
| Motor | DC Servo Motor |
| 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, Luminos, Stellarium, more are coming). |
| Maximum Height of Telescope (OTA pointing vertically) | 580mm |
| Base diameter | 330mm |
| Total Weight | 10kg |
| Power Requirement | 8 AA Size Batteries (not supplied) or External Power Supply (DC 7.5~14V, 1A) Tip Positive. |
| Sky-Watcher 7Ah or 17Ah Power Tank Recommended. |
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