{"product_id":"sky-watcher-star-adventurer-gti-head-kit","title":"Star Adventurer GTi Head Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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, 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith the added GoTo feature plus multiple tracking rates including lunar, solar, and sidereal, the heavens are yours to capture and explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFull GoTo performance in a portable Star Adventurer mount\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight equatorial mount for deep space, widefield, and nightscape astrophotography\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e11-pound payload capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple pre-programmed tracking rates including sidereal, solar, and lunar\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInterfaces: USB, autoguider (ST4), SynScan hand controller, and a SNAP port for DSLR shutter control programmable via free SynScan Pro app\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eControl with your smartphone via Wi-Fi or with the optional SynScan hand box\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in illuminated polar scope for precise alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDual counterweight positions for use at low latitudes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePowered by eight AA batteries (not included) or external source via 2.1 DC 12v port\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts a V-style dovetail plate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime free firmware upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e3\/8-inch tripod mount\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eStar Adventurer GTi steel tripod and pier extension included in Mount Kit (SKU S20595)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOptional tripod pier extension, shutter release cable, ball head adapter, and Star Adventurer tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDovetail for mounting DSLR or mirrorless camera not included\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Mount Info\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eEquatorial\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMount instrument capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e11 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMount head size\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e227mm x 227mm x 125mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod mounting thread\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting saddle type\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eV-style\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCounterweight bar included\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCounterweight bar retractable?\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, thread-on\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCounterweight bar length and diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e213mm and 20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eType of motor\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMini-DC Servo\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive type\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eGear\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eIlluminated Polarscope?\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSidereal, Solar, Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eLatitude range\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e0-70 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eComputer\/Drive System Info\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eGoTo\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHand controller port\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eGuide port\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSNAP port\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePC connect USB port\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCable management\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in GPS\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in WiFi\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHand controller\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePower requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e12 volt\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal battery pack\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (8x AAs)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMount power port size and style\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1mm female\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded 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