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”I have used a great number of telescopes; some are good, some mediocre and some bad. To me the Sky-Watcher range of instruments are very good indeed, and suited to amateurs of all kinds – and they are not priced out of the market! Excellent value.
Use them and enjoy them.“
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS
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Ade Ashford Says...
"Having tested and reviewed a wide range of astronomical telescopes over the last couple of decades, for me there's one manufacturer that's risen above the rest in terms of delivering a coherent range of uncompromising, well-conceived designs, embodying consistently good optics and sensibly engineered mounts at very competitive prices — that's Sky-Watcher!!"
Ade Ashford BSc
Ade Ashford has tested and reviewed astronomical equipment in a professional capacity for several publications, including Sky & Telescope, Astronomy Now & BBC Sky At Night Magazine. He is currently living in New Zealand and is an astronomer at Mt John Observatory, Lake Tekapo.
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FANTASTIC ACCESSORY SET OFFER!!
Buy ANY Sky-Watcher or TAL telescope from ANY UK dealer & buy this superb
Sky-Watcher Eyepiece, Filter, Night Vision Torch & User Guide Set for just £69.00 (SRP £149.00) directly from OVL!!
Kit Comprises: 2mm, 5mm, 15mm & 20mm Long Eye Relief Eyepieces, Four Threaded Light Filters (Amber, Blue, Neutral Grey & Moon Filter) Dual - Beam LED Night Vision Torch, Astronomical Telescope User Guide, in lockable, foam-padded Aluminium Case
Terms of Offer
Just send a photocopy of your receipt with a cheque (payable to OVL) and covering note to us at the address below. Order must be placed within FOUR MONTHS of telescope purchase. Please provide a daytime telephone number and an address, for guaranteed acceptance of delivery, between 9am-5pm Mon-Fri as the goods will be delivered by carrier. FREE delivery to any UK address!!
Offer commences 25th June 2007.
Telescope purchased 25/02/07 onwards qualify for offer.
Post to: Accessory Set Offer, Optical Vision Ltd, Unit 3 Woolpit Business Park, Woolpit, Bury St.Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9UP
(Please note: We reserve the right to discontinue this offer at any time without prior notice)
The compact Sky-Watcher STARTRAVEL series are two-element, air-spaced, multi-coated objective, achromatic refractors, and are well proven performers for ‘Rich-Field’ views of star fields, clusters, nebulae, bright galaxies, planets, the Moon and, the Sun (with correct safety filtering!), as well as giving excellent terrestrial views. These wide-field, short-tube telescopes are also highly portable. They also are popular for use as guide scopes on larger telescopes. All models excel as fixed aperture lenses for both Astrophotography and terrestrial photography. Their “fast" focal ratios combined with today’s high-speed films make them useful for capturing lunar and solar eclipses as well as nature photographs. Tube material: Aluminium.
Introduction
The Auto-Tracking telescope is an evolutionary alt-azimuth mount that allows automatic tracking of celestial objects without complicated add-ons. It can be used not only for astronomy but for terrestrial applications as well. It is fast to set-up and very simple and easy to use. Highly recommended for the first-time buyer.
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Ade Ashford Says...
"For the ultimate in rugged travel 'scopes, a short focal ratio refractor is hard to beat. They hold collimation (optical alignment) well even under harsh treatment. The Sky-Watcher STARTRAVEL range offers good value for money and specifications that lend themselves well to terrestrial bird watching and wide-angle, deep-sky celestial viewing as well as terrestrial and astrophotography."
Ade Ashford BSc
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80mm (3.1") f/400 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x16, x32, x40, x80
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x160
- Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 400mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25" (with camera adaptor)
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- 6x30 Finderscope
- 1.25"/31.7mm Star Diagonal
- Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- EQ1 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 60mm
| STARTRAVEL-80 (EQ1) |
731 |
SRP £ 119.00 |
Gallery Images
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| Photo courtesy of: William Ronald, Vancouver, BC, Canada. |
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| Photo courtesy of: David Shen, West Vancouver, BC, Canada |
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| Photo courtesy of: William Ronald, Vancouver, BC, Canada. |
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| Photo courtesy of: William Ronald, Vancouver, BC, Canada. |
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| Photo courtesy of: Peter Roth, Toronto, ON, Canada |
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80mm (3.1") f/400 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
Specification and optics same as Startravel-80 but comes with 45º Erect Image Diagonal, and supplied without Equatorial Mount and Tripod. Complete with tube rings.
“Its design is that of a traditional astronomical telescope…but its also suitable for watching wildlife. Focusing was with the traditional rack and pinion assembly, which was smooth to use. The lowest power eyepiece (25mm) provided a x16 magnification, which gave an estimated field of view of 2.5 degrees. Stars remained sharp across 75% of the view. With this eyepiece, widefield views were particularly good; open cluster M44 was a delight. These wide views did seem to make the background sky lighter, but we could still make out the brighter Messier objects and even spotted the galaxy NGC 2903 in Leo. At higher magnifications the galaxy group of M65/M66 and NGC 3628 could be seen, and by adding the Barlow lens to the 10mm eyepiece we split Algieba and Castor… Saturn was also clear, with Tian and Rhea visible. Overall score 87%”
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
| STARTRAVEL-80T (Tube Assembly) |
734 |
SRP £ 89.99 |
Gallery Images
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102mm (4") f/500 cOMPUTERISED REFRACTOR
An ideal instrument for the wide-field observation of Deep-Sky objects, such as Nebulae, Star Fields & Clusters and Galaxies. A useful telescope for astrophotography and also for daytime terrestrial use.
"A compact and versatile photo-visual refractor equally at home delivering wide-field, deep-sky views or exploring terrestrial vistas"
Ade Ashford, www.scopetest.com
"We quickly set up and aligned the scope with the help of the instructions....The SynScan Go-To computer efficiently located all the objects we set it to, putting them close to the centre of the wide-field view. The quality of the view was good and the light-grasp of the 4-inch main objective lens gave us good views of all types of object, from galaxies such as M31 to nebulae such as the Dumbell Nebula and star clusters like the Pleiades. Overall, this is a nice package that does the job."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine (Nov 2009)
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x25 & x50
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x204
- Objective Lens Diameter: 102mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 500mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 20mm
- 6x30 Finderscope
- Fully Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- 45° Erect Image Diagonal (1.25”)
- SynScan™ AZ GoTo Computerised Alt-Azimuth HD Go-To Mount
- Power Requirement: 12v DC Power Supply (Tip Positive) or AA Batteries (not supplied)
- Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray
View the full details of the SynScan AZ GO-TO range here
Related Manuals
| STARTRAVEL-102 SynScan™ AZ GOTO |
207 |
SRP £ 299.00 |
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Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
- Multi-purpose Rechargeable Power Supply ideal for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
- Built-in 12V 7 Ah Sealed Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery with Diagostic LED Display, Protective Fuse.
- Built-in Multi-angle 500,000 cp Halogen Spotlight
- 2 x DC 12V output car jack
- DC 3, 6, 9V output jack
- Booster Terminal on real side
- Built-in flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
- Built-in Circuit Breaker for safety operation
- DC cord with car plug is included
- Light diffuser for flashlight is included
- Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs
| Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank |
153 |
SRP £ 54.99 |
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102mm (4") f/500 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x20, x40, x50, x100
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x204
- Objective Lens Diameter: 102mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 500mm (f/4.9)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- Red Dot Finder
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- 1.25"/31.7mm Star Diagonal
- Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- EQ1 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 62.5% more Light Gathering than 80mm
| STARTRAVEL-102 (EQ1) |
733 |
SRP £ 199.00 |
Gallery Images
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102mm (4") f/500 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
Specification and optics same as Startravel-102 (AZ3) but supplied without Equatorial Mount and Tripod. Complete with tube rings.
| STARTRAVEL-102T (Tube Assembly) |
735 |
SRP £ 169.00 |
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Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
- Multi-function rechargeable power supply for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
- 250A Cranking Amp, Jump Start System – 5 sec
- Radio – AM/FM/SIREN
- Built-in Spotlight/Flashlight
- Angle adjustable Halogen Spotlight – said to be 800,000cp
- Built-in Circuit Breaker and fuse to Ensure Safe Operation
- Diagnostics L.E.D. shows Battery Status
- Multi-Voltage D.C. Output – 12V/9V/6V/3V
- Cord Storage Compartment
- Built-in booster cable set in a well protected compartment
- Detachable flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
- Built-in 12V 17Ah Sealed Lead-Acid rechargeable battery
- DC Cord with car plug is included
- Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs
| Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank |
154 |
SRP £ 99.99 |
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120mm (4.75") f/600 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x24 & x60
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
- Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- Red Dot Finder
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- 45º Erect Image Diagonal 1.25"/31.7mm
- Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- AZ3 Deluxe Alt-Azimuth Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 38% more Light Gathering than 102mm
| STARTRAVEL-120 (AZ3) |
736 |
SRP £ 249.00 |
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120mm (4.75") f/600 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x24, x48, x60, x120
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
- Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25" (with camera adaptor)
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- Red Dot Finder
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- 1.25"/31.7mm Star Diagonal
- Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- EQ3-2 Deluxe Equatorial Mount
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 38% more Light Gathering than 102mm
| STARTRAVEL-120 (EQ3-2) |
737 |
SRP £ 329.00 |
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150mm (6") f/750 MOTORISED ACHROMATIC REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
Please note SYNTREK mount colour supplied is WHITE
- Magnifications (with Eyepieces supplied): x30 & x75
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
- Objective Lens Diameter: 150mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 750mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- 2"/1.25" Eyepiece Adaptor
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- 2"/50.8mm Star Diagonal
- Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- HEQ5 SYNTREKTM Super Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
- Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drives
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder and Polarscope
- 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 56% more Light Gathering than 120mm
Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drive - Easily Upgreadeable to Go-To!!
| STARTRAVEL-150 (HEQ5 SYNTREKTM) |
926/850 |
SRP £ 1098.00 |
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STARTRAVEL-150 (OTA)
150mm (6") f/750 ACHROMATIC REFRACTOR
Tube assembly available separately. Supplied complete with 10mm and 25mm eyepieces, 9x50 finderscope, tube rings and dovetail mounting bar.
Product Code 926
SRP £449.00
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150mm (6") f/750 REFRACTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x30, x60, x75, x150
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
- Objective Lens Diameter: 150mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 750mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- 6x30 Finderscope
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- 1.25"/31.7mm Star Diagonal
- Multi-Coated Objective Lens
- EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
| STARTRAVEL-150 (EQ5) |
926/464 |
SRP £ 678.00 |
Gallery Images
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| Photo courtesy of: Peter Roth, Toronto, ON, Canada |
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