HEQ5 SynScan is designed for observers looking for the convenience of a computerized mount but want a less physically demanding unit than the EQ6 SynScan (formerly known as SkyScan). The HEQ5 SynScan is designed with the novice user in mind. With the user friendly pushbutton hand control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park. The hand control allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 13,400 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The HEQ5 SynScan also comes with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate:

Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
AutoGuider Interface for astro-photography.
Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
Object database containing complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues.
Polarscope illuminator for easy use of the polarscope.
Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography.

Specifications
Power Supply: 12 VDC 2Amp (Tip positive)
Motor Type: Microstep driven 1.8° stepper motors
Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9,024,000 steps/rev.)
Slew Speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X Gear Ratio: 705
Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Tracking Modes: R.A. Tracking
Alignment Methods: One-star Alignment, Two-star Alignment, Three-star Alignment
Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues. Total 13,436 objects.

Mount Specifications
Mount Type: German Equatorial
Telescope Mounting: Tube Rings
Slow-motion Control: R.A. & Dec (motor controlled)
Tripod: 1.5"" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
Tripod Height: 97-121cm
Tripod Weight: 4.5 Kgs
Counterweight Shaft Daimeter: 1.8cm
Counterweight Shaft Material: Stainless Steel
Mount Weight: 10Kgs
Mount Height: 35cm
Counterweight: Two, 5.1Kgs each
Total Weight: 14 Kgs (counterweight not included)

For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized GOTO system, the EQ6 SkyScan is your answer. The Sky-Watcher EQ6 SkyScan is designed with the novice user in mind. With the user friendly pushbutton hand control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park. The hand control allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 13,400 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The EQ6 SkyScan also comes with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate:

Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
AutoGuider Interface for astro-photography.
Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
Object database containing complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues.
Polarscope illuminator for easy use of the polarscope.
Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography.

Specifications
Power Supply: 12 VDC 2Amp (Tip positive)
Motor Type: Microstep driven 1.8° stepper motors
Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9,024,000 steps/rev.) revised!
Slew Speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X Gear Ratio: 705
Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Tracking Modes: R.A. Tracking revised!
Alignment Methods: One-star Alignment, Two-star Alignment, Three-star Alignment
Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues. Total 13,436 objects.

Mount Specifications
Mount Type: German Equatorial
Telescope Mounting: Tube Rings
Slow-motion Control: R.A. & Dec (motor controlled)
Tripod: 2" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
Tripod Height: 85-147cm
Tripod Weight: 7.5Kgs
Counterweight Shaft Daimeter: 1.8cm
Counterweight Shaft Material: Stainless Steel
Mount Weight: 16Kgs
Mount Height: 41cm
Counterweight: Two, 5.1Kgs each
Total Weight: 23.5Kgs (counterweight not included)

SkyScan Kit is available for upgrading the existing EQ6 mount. The upgrade kit includes:
Dec Motor, R.A. Motor, Control Panel/Motor Board, Hand Control Cable, Hand Control, Cable Clamp, Hand Control Holder