{"id":13358,"date":"2026-02-01T18:32:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T17:32:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&p=13358"},"modified":"2026-02-01T18:32:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T17:32:27","slug":"sky-watcher-skymax-127-az-gti-wifi","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/sky-watcher-skymax-127-az-gti-wifi\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher SKYMAX 127 AZ-GTi WiFi"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sky-Watcher SKYMAX 127 AZ-GTi WiFi - Maksutov-Cassegrain GoTo with Freedom-Find\u2122 dual encoder<\/h3>\n

\u00abThis is a fun system to use. Although there is an option to connect a SynScan hand controller, to get the most of this setup it's worth downloading the SynScan app for your smartphone. The SkyMax-127 feels like the future of telescope control, certainly for anyone that likes technology and is just beginning their exploration of the sky \u00bb<\/p>\n

BBC Sky at Night Magazine<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Visit Sky-Watcher SKYMAX-127 (AZ-GTi)<\/strong> is a telescope Maksutov-Cassegrain<\/strong> compact and powerful,
\ndesigned to be wirelessly controlled<\/strong> from a smartphone<\/strong> or a tablet<\/strong> via the free application
\nSynScan<\/strong> (iOS \/ Android). The frame AZ-GTi<\/strong> integrates a Wi-Fi module<\/strong> who creates his
\nown network<\/strong>, This means you can use the system completely independently, without having to rely on an external Wi-Fi network.
\nor a mobile connection.<\/p>\n

After entering your contact details in the application and completing a quick and easy alignment,
\nan intuitive touch interface to explore the sky. The AZ-GTi + SynScan<\/strong>
\noffers a fully computerized Go-To control<\/strong>, allowing the telescope to point automatically
\none of 10,000+ celestial objects<\/strong> from the extensive SynScan database.<\/p>\n

The AZ-GTi mount incorporates patented technology Freedom-Find\u2122 Dual-Encoder<\/strong>, a major asset:
\nyou can manually move the telescope on both axes<\/strong> at any time,
\nwithout losing alignment or position information<\/strong>. This freedom brings exceptional comfort,
\ngreat flexibility and fluidity during observation sessions, especially for beginners
\nas for experienced observers.<\/p>\n

With its 127 mm primary mirror<\/strong> and its 1500 mm long focal length<\/strong> (f\/11,8<\/strong>),
\nthe SKYMAX-127 is perfectly suited to high magnifications<\/strong>. He excels at observing
\nMoon surface details<\/strong>and bright planets<\/strong> (Jupiter, Saturn, Mars)
\nand double stars<\/strong>. Its high resolution<\/strong> is entirely
\nmulti-processed<\/strong> to maximize image contrast and sharpness.<\/p>\n

The primary and secondary mirrors are treated Radiant\u2122 Aluminum Quartz (RAQ\u2122)<\/strong>,
\nensuring up to 94 % reflectivity<\/strong>, excellent durability and consistent performance
\nin time. A universal smartphone photo adapter<\/strong> is included for easy capture
\nimages of the Moon and planets with your phone.<\/p>\n

Highlights<\/h3>\n
    \n
  • Integrated WiFi Go-To<\/strong> wireless control via free app SynScan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  • Freedom-Find\u2122 Dual-Encoder<\/strong> manual movement without loss of alignment.<\/li>\n
  • Optique Maksutov-Cassegrain<\/strong> compact high resolution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  • 127 mm diameter<\/strong> ideal for the Moon, planets and double stars.<\/li>\n
  • RAQ\u2122 treatment<\/strong> mirrors (up to 94 % reflectivity).<\/li>\n
  • Database 10,000+ objects<\/strong> with advanced assistance functions.<\/li>\n
  • Dual-axis tracking<\/strong> precise and silent.<\/li>\n
  • Smartphone adapter included<\/strong> for simple planetary imaging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Optics & performance<\/h3>\n
      \n
    • Type<\/strong> : Maksutov-Cassegrain<\/li>\n
    • Primary mirror diameter<\/strong> : 127 mm<\/li>\n
    • Focal length<\/strong> : 1500 mm<\/li>\n
    • Opening<\/strong> : f\/11,8<\/li>\n
    • Mirror treatment<\/strong> Radiant\u2122 Aluminum Quartz (RAQ\u2122), up to 94 %<\/li>\n
    • Magnifications with supplied accessories<\/strong> : x75 and x150<\/li>\n
    • Maximum practical magnification (potential)<\/strong> : x254<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      AZ-GTi WiFi mount & SynScan application<\/h3>\n
        \n
      • Frame type<\/strong> : Alt-Azimuth Go-To AZ-GTi WiFi<\/strong> (3\/8\u2033 thread)<\/li>\n
      • Technology<\/strong> : Freedom-Find\u2122 Dual-Encoder<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Pointing accuracy<\/strong> up to 10 arc-minutes (RMS)<\/li>\n
      • Resolution<\/strong> 2,073,600 steps\/revolution (0.625 arc-seconds)<\/li>\n
      • Auxiliary axis encoders<\/strong> 1068 steps\/rev (~20 arc-minutes)<\/li>\n
      • Tracking mode<\/strong> : Dual Axis Tracking<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Engine<\/strong> DC Servo Motor, gear ratio 6480<\/li>\n
      • Travel speeds<\/strong> 0.5x, 1x, 8x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 128x, 400x, 800x<\/li>\n
      • Tracking speeds<\/strong> Sidereal, Lunar, Solar, solar tracking without alignment<\/li>\n
      • Alignment methods<\/strong> Brightest Star Alignment, North-Level Alignment<\/li>\n
      • SynScan functions<\/strong> Tonight's Best Sky Tour, Point and Go, object identification,
        \nremote control via Internet, user objects, precision enhancement (PAE)<\/li>\n
      • Database<\/strong> :\n
          \n
        • Total : 10,000+ items<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Deep sky objects : 10\u00a0759<\/strong> (Messier, NGC, IC, Caldwell, named objects)<\/li>\n
        • Named stars : 305<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Double stars : 55<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Solar system : 7 planets<\/strong> + Sun + Moon<\/li>\n
        • Unlimited objects via compatible third-party planetarium software<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Control<\/strong> free SynScan application or SynScan snowshoe<\/strong> (optional)<\/li>\n
        • Connections<\/strong> SynScan paddle port, DSLR trigger port (optional cables),
          \nintegrated Wi-Fi module<\/li>\n
        • Compatibility<\/strong> ASCOM (Windows), iOS \/ Android planetarium applications
          \n(SkySafari Plus \/ Pro, others to come)<\/li>\n
        • Network protocol<\/strong> UDP, port 11880<\/li>\n
        • Dovetail<\/strong> Saddle type Sky-Watcher \/ Vixen<\/strong> 45 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Accessories included<\/h3>\n
            \n
          • 2 eyepieces 1,25\u2033<\/strong> : 10 mm<\/strong> and 20 mm<\/strong> (photo \/ visual)<\/li>\n
          • Researcher<\/strong> red dot<\/li>\n
          • 90\u00b0 angled return<\/strong> (1,25\u2033)<\/li>\n
          • Universal smartphone photo adapter<\/strong> (accepted width : 54 to 90 mm<\/strong>)<\/li>\n
          • Aluminum tripod<\/strong> adjustable with accessory tray<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Dimensions, weights & power supply<\/h3>\n
              \n
            • Tripod\/mounting height (without tube)<\/strong> 80.5 to 152 cm<\/li>\n
            • Total weight with tripod<\/strong> weight : 7.45 kg<\/li>\n
            • Power supply<\/strong> 8 \u00d7 AA batteries (not included) or external power supply
              \nDC 7.5 to 14 V \/ 0.75 A, positive tip<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Recommendation<\/strong> Sky-Watcher Power Tank 7 Ah or 17 Ah<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Technical specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
              Optical type<\/strong><\/td>\nMaksutov-Cassegrain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Diameter<\/strong><\/td>\n127 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Focal length<\/strong><\/td>\n1500 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Opening<\/strong><\/td>\nf\/11,8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Mirror treatment<\/strong><\/td>\nRAQ\u2122 Aluminum Quartz, up to 94 %<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Magnifications supplied<\/strong><\/td>\nx75 and x150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Max. practical magnification<\/strong><\/td>\nx254<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Frame<\/strong><\/td>\nAZ-GTi WiFi Go-To Alt-Az<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Technology<\/strong><\/td>\nFreedom-Find\u2122 Dual-Encoder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Follow-up<\/strong><\/td>\nDual Axis Tracking<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Engine<\/strong><\/td>\nDC Servo Motor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Slewing speeds<\/strong><\/td>\n0.5x to 800x<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Database<\/strong><\/td>\n10,000+ items<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Interface<\/strong><\/td>\nSynScan port, DSLR shutter release, integrated Wi-Fi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Compatibility<\/strong><\/td>\nASCOM Windows, planetarium apps iOS \/ Android<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
              Total weight<\/strong><\/td>\n7.45 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Sky-Watcher SKYMAX 127 AZ-GTi WiFi \u2014 Maksutov-Cassegrain GoTo avec double encodeur Freedom-Find\u2122 \u00ab This is a fun system to use. Although there is an option to connect a SynScan hand controller, to get the most of this setup it\u2019s worth downloading the SynScan app for your smartphone. The SkyMax-127 feels like the future of telescope […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":13359,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[822],"product_cat":[815,752],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-13358","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-sky-watcher","product_cat-debutants","product_cat-maksutov-cassegrain","first","on_supplier","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/13358","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13358"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13359"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13358"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=13358"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=13358"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=13358"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}