Telescope-Equatorial Mounts-Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi Mount Kit

Excellent Tracking Performance
Control this Sky-Watcher GoTo mount from your phone or tablet! All you need is the SynScan app (available for iOS and Android through their respective app stores). Or, you can also use a SynScan hand controller (sold separately) to access and set the tracking modes for your mount. The Star Adventurer GTi mount comes with pre-programmed tracking rates including sidereal, solar, and lunar tracking modes. Sky-Watcher has designed this Star Adventurer GTi mount with all-metal gearing. The right ascension (RA) gear comes with 180 teeth to ensure smooth tracking performance.

Several Ports for Expanded Functionality
Near the removable RA cap, you will find a panel with all of the included Star Adventurer GTi mount ports. These interfaces include a standard ST4 guiding port, a 2.1 mm power port, a SNAP port, a USB-B port for interfacing with your computer, and a port for DSLR shutter control. The DSLR shutter control is programmable through the free SynScan Pro app that you can download to your Android or iOS devices. In addition to the on/off switch, there is also a port for the optional SynScan hand controller (sold separately).

Versatile Power Options
The Star Adventurer GTi mount gives you a couple of options to power the unit. Hidden under the RA cap are two battery compartments to accept eight AA batteries (we recommend rechargeables). This helps protect the batteries from the elements. Alternatively, you can power the GTi externally with a 12V power source via the 2.1 mm female power port.

Tripod and Pier Extension Included
For those looking for the complete mounting setup in one box, this Star Adventurer GTi mount kit comes with a sturdy tripod and pier extension. With legs made of steel and an adjustable height of 26.75″ to 44.5″, this tripod will securely hold your Star Adventurer mount and camera equipment during your imaging sessions. Also included is an 8.5″ pier extension, providing extra height and reducing the chance of your gear making contact with the tripod legs.

Two Counterweights and Counterweight Shaft Included
Whether you are in low or high latitudes, this GoTo Star Adventurer mount has you covered. On the body of the mount, there are two counterweight positions. Simply attach the included 20 mm counterweight shaft and either or both of the included counterweights to the applicable counterweight position and you can access a true 0° to 70° latitude range. With a 20 mm diameter shaft, the counterweight bar is also compatible with other standard, and possibly larger, counterweights.

Optimized for Portability
This high performance star tracker is designed specifically for astrophotographers on the go! Effortlessly pack this 5.7 lb mount away for Milky Way imaging trips under dark skies. Also, take advantage of the 11 lb payload capacity and included counterweights for use with small portable refractors. Increasing portability even further is the option to power this mount with AA batteries, and built-in WiFi allows operation from your smartphone or tablet through the SynScan app. With features like these, the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi Mount earns our High Point Scientific Classification Badge of Portable Grab & Go!