Star Adventurer GTi GoTo mount

Compact, lightweight, full GoTo set

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Since its introduction in 2014, the Star Adventurer has been at the forefront of the lightweight, portable astroimaging revolution. And now, with the Star Adventurer GTi, we take the next step with full GoTo performance in a compact package.

The all-new Star Adventurer GTi features a built-in illuminated polar scope for precision alignment in EQ mode, ports for USB, autoguider, V-style dovetail clamp, optional SynScan hand controller, and SNAP shutter control for your DSLR (programmable via Sky-Watcher’s free SynScan Pro app for iOS and Android). Star Adventurer GTi also includes a dual-position counterweight for use at low latitudes as well as full smartphone control via Wi-Fi. 

With the added GoTo feature plus multiple tracking rates including lunar, solar, and sidereal, the heavens are yours to capture and explore.

With its 11-pound payload capacity, Star Adventurer is well-equipped to handle your DLSR or mirrorless camera sporting a wide-angle or telephoto lens plus accessories, a small aperture astrograph with a dedicated astro camera, or even small OTA’s such as our Skymax series of Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes perfect for deep space objects, the Moon, and planets.

Available in two configurations (with or without tripod and pier extension), Star Adventurer GTi is the perfect mount for the astrophotographer that wants the ultimate in both performance and portability.

Features:

    • Full GoTo performance in a portable Star Adventurer mount
    • Lightweight equatorial mount for deep space, widefield, and nightscape astrophotography
    • 11-pound (5 kgs) payload capacity
    • Multiple pre-programmed tracking rates including sidereal, solar, and lunar
    • Interfaces: USB, autoguider (ST4), SynScan hand controller, and a SNAP port for DSLR shutter control programmable via free SynScan Pro app
    • Control with your smartphone via Wi-Fi or with the optional SynScan hand box
    • Built-in illuminated polar scope for precise alignment
    • Dual counterweight positions for use at low latitudes
    • Powered by eight AA batteries (not included) or external source via 2.1 DC 12v port
    • Vixen-style clamp
    • Lifetime free firmware upgrades
    • 3/8-inch tripod mount
    • Star Adventurer GTi steel tripod and pier extension included (StarAdvGTiStrp)
    • Star Adventurer lightweight aluminium tripod and pier extension included (StarAdvGTiSet2)
    • Optional shutter release cable and ball head adapter
General Mount Info


Mount TypeEquatorial
Mount instrument capacity11 lbs.
Mount head size227mm x 227mm x 125mm
Tripod mounting thread3/8
Mounting saddle typeV-style
Counterweight bar includedYes
Counterweight bar retractable?Yes, thread-on
Counterweight bar length and diameter213mm and 20mm
Type of motorMini-DC Servo
Drive typeGear
Illuminated Polarscope?Yes
Tracking ModesSidereal, Solar, Lunar
Latitude range0-70 degrees


Computer/Drive System Info:


GoToYes
Hand controller portYes
Guide portYes
SNAP portYes
PC connect USB portYes
Cable managementNo
Built-in GPSNo
Built-in WiFiYes
Hand controllerNo
Power requirements12 volt
Internal battery packYes (8x AAs)
Mount power port size and style2.1mm female


Included Accessories:


Counter weight5 lbs (2.26kg)
PolarscopeYes (installed and aligned)
TripodYes
Tripod Heights (Retracted/Extended)26.75"/44.5" (68cm/113cm)
Tripod Weights5.6 lbs (2.67kg)
Pier ExtensionYes
Pier Extension height8.5" (21.6cm)
Power cableNo
PC link cableYes
SNAP cableNo
Hand controller holderNo
ManualYes
CaseNo
Shipping weight30 lbs (13.6kg)
Shipping dimensions44"x13"x9"

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Star Adventurer Gti on NEQ2 steel tripod, with 2 axes motorized, guiding, and Goto
Star Adventurer Gti on NEQ2 steel tripod, with 2 axes motorized, guiding, and Goto

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Star Adventurer Gti on NEQ2 steel tripod, with 2 axes motorized, guiding, and Goto
Star Adventurer Gti on NEQ2 steel tripod, with 2 axes motorized, guiding, and Goto

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