Sky-Watcher EXPLORER 130P AZ-Go2 WiFi - smartphone-controlled Newton GoTo telescope
Visit Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-130P (AZ-Go2) is a Newton telescope 130 mm compact and powerful, designed to be
wirelessly controlled from a smartphone or a tablet thanks to the free
SynScan (iOS / Android). The frame AZ-Go2 integrates a Wi-Fi module which generates its
own network, This means you can use the system completely independently, without having to rely on an external Wi-Fi network.
or mobile connection.
After entering your details in the application and completing a quick and easy alignment procedure,
you're ready to explore the sky via a clear, intuitive touchscreen interface. The AZ-Go2 + SynScan
offers a fully computerized Go-To control the telescope automatically moves to one of the
10,000+ celestial objects from the extensive SynScan database.
With its 130 mm parabolic primary mirror and its focal length of 650 mm (f/5), the EXPLORER-130P
is an excellent versatile instrument. It offers excellent brightness and resolution.
for observing the Moonand bright planetsand star clusterand
nebulae and many galaxies. Its high-performance optics make it the ideal choice for
start in earnest, while retaining plenty of room for improvement.
The primary and secondary mirrors are treated with Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™),
ensuring up to 94 % reflectivity with excellent durability and stable performance over time.
To immortalize your observations, a universal smartphone photo adapter is included,
for easy capture of the Moon, bright planets and other deep-sky objects.
Highlights
- Go-To WiFi wireless control via free app SynScan (iOS / Android).
- Integrated Wi-Fi network Stand-alone operation for use anywhere.
- 130 mm parabolic mirror with treatment RAQ™ (up to 94 % reflectivity).
- Exceptional versatility Moon, planets, clusters, nebulae and galaxies.
- Database 10,000+ objects with advanced observation assistance functions.
- Dual-axis tracking and multiple speeds for precise aiming.
- Smartphone adapter included for telephone astrophotography.
- Adjustable stainless steel tripod with accessory tray.
Optics & performance
- Type Newton telescope with parabolic mirror
- Primary mirror diameter : 130 mm
- Focal length : 650 mm
- Opening : f/5
- Optical treatment Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™), up to 94 % reflectivity
- Magnifications with supplied accessories : x32.5 and x65
- Maximum practical magnification (potential) : x260
AZ-Go2 WiFi mount & SynScan application
- Frame type : Alt-Azimuth Go-To AZ-Go2 WiFi
- Tracking mode : Dual Axis Tracking (double axis)
- Engine DC Servo Motor
- Travel speeds 1.0x, 8.0x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 800x
- Tracking speeds Sidereal, Lunar, Solar, solar tracking without alignment
- Alignment methods Brightest Star Alignment, North-Level Alignment
- SynScan functions Tonight's Best Sky Tour, Point and Go, object identification,
remote control via Internet, user-defined objects, improved pointing accuracy (PAE)
- Database :
- Total : 10,000+ items
- Deep sky objects : 10 759 (Messier, NGC, IC, Caldwell, named objects)
- Named stars : 305
- Double stars : 55
- Solar system : 7 planets + Sun + Moon
- Unlimited objects via compatible third-party planetarium software
- Control free SynScan application or SynScan snowshoe (optional)
- Connections SynScan paddle port, integrated Wi-Fi module
- Compatibility ASCOM (Windows), iOS / Android planetarium applications
(SkySafari Plus / Pro, and others to come)
- Dovetail Saddle type Sky-Watcher / Vixen 45 mm
Accessories included
- 2 eyepieces 1,25″ : 10 mm and 20 mm (photo / visual)
- Researcher red dot
- Universal smartphone photo adapter (accepted width : 54 to 90 mm)
- Tripod adjustable stainless steel with accessory tray
Power supply
- Batteries 8 × AA (not supplied)
- External power supply : 12 V / 1 A, positive tip
Technical specifications
| Optical type |
Newton parabolic |
| Diameter |
130 mm |
| Focal length |
650 mm |
| Opening |
f/5 |
| Treatment |
RAQ™ Aluminum Quartz, up to 94 % |
| Magnifications supplied |
x32.5 and x65 |
| Max. practical magnification |
x260 |
| Frame |
AZ-Go2 WiFi Go-To Alt-Az |
| Follow-up |
Dual Axis Tracking |
| Engine |
DC Servo Motor |
| Slewing speeds |
1.0x to 800x |
| Database |
10,000+ items |
| Eyepieces |
10 mm & 20 mm (1,25″) |
| Researcher |
Red dot |
| Smartphone adapter |
Universal, 54-90 mm |
| Dovetail |
Sky-Watcher / Vixen 45 mm |
| Interface |
Integrated SynScan + Wi-Fi port |
| Compatibility |
ASCOM Windows, planetarium apps iOS / Android |
| Tripod |
Adjustable stainless steel with tray |
| Power supply |
8×AA or 12 V / 1 A |