The new HEQ5-R PRO Synscan™ Computerised Go-To mounting is an exciting evolutionary progression of the highly esteemed HEQ5 PRO. The modern optimised design of the HEQ5-R PRO incorporates features that serious imagers will immediately appreciate, such as;
► Increased Stability & Payload capacity of 15kg for Astro-Photography due to larger Worm Wheel axis diameter
► Increased Accuracy for Tracking & Guiding with more teeth on R.A. & DEC Worm Wheels
► Synchronous Belt Driven, resulting in minimal backlash - Even quieter, smoother operation with higher torque and better results when guiding.
► Easier Connectivity with external power and USB Ports
► Superior Latitude adjustment controls with greater range of latitudes possible
► Built-in SNAP camera control port
► PPEC worm gear and worm periodic error correction function (avoids having to constantly re-train)
► Built-in carrying handle for convenient transportation
| Mount Type | German Equatorial |
| Latitude adjustment range | 5º to 72º |
| Tracking Rates | Sidereal rate, solar rate, lunar rate |
| Payload | 15kg |
| Power Requirement | DC9~12.6V 3A |
| Transmission | 160 teeth for RA worm wheel & 144 teeth for DEC worm wheel + 36:12 Timing Belt Drive + 64 Micro-step/1.8º Stepper Motor Drive |
| Mount Weight (Tripod excluded) | 12 kg |
| Azimuth Adjustment Range | About ±15 º |
| Counterweights Supplied | 2 x 5.3kg |
| Tripod Supplied | 1.75-inch stainless steel, 5.2kg Weight |
| Counterweight Rod | 20mm Diameter, Length 310mm + 200mm |
| Motors | 1.8 º Hybrid Stepper Motors |
| Gear Ratio | 480 for RA axis, 432 for DEC axis |
| R.A. Resolution | RA Resolution: 6144000 Rev. 0.21 arc-second |
| DEC Resolution | 5529600 Rev. 0.23 arc-second |
| Maximum Slewing Speed | 3.2 degrees/second |
| Tracking Mode | Equatorial mode |
