Autoguiding - the easy way. The Sky-Watcher Synguider Autoguider is a revolutionary low-cost fully integrated guiding solution which actively helps you achieve pin-point star images while taking long-exposure photos.
Dispense with clumsy laptops, imaging cables, and setup time - simply plug the Synguider into the guide scope, 12v DC, and attach the ST-4 compatible control cable, and you're ready to go.
The built-in LCD screen gives you real-time information on the guide star as the Synguider keeps your stars on-target. The wired hand control allows configuration of the autoguider settings.
Features
- Fully integrated guiding solution
- Separate PC not required
- Built-in red backlit LCD screen
- Larger chip provides more area for locating and keeping guide star on chip
- Automatic calibration of each axis
- Automatic setting of guide rate parameters
- Menu operation via convenient hand controller
- Includes a parfocalizing ring and threaded eyepiece extension - frame and rough focus using an eyepiece
Specifications
- CCD Sensor: Sony ICX404AL
- Sensor dimensions: 5.6 x 4.7mm
- Pixel size: 9.6µ x 7.5µ
- Resolution: 510 x 492
- Exposure times: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512, 1024, 2048, 4096 ms
- Real-time star image display
- Magnitude limit: 8 (assuming 80mm scope, 2048ms exposure, ideal seeing conditions)
- ST-4 compatible autoguider interface
- 1.25" and 42mm T-mount telescope interface
- Firmware upgradeable
- Power requirements: 6v-14v DC 250mA (6v recommended)(2.1mm tip-positive)
- External battery pack: 4 x D cell batteries (batteries not included)
- Optional AC adapter use: must be 12v switching regulated style
- Weight: 200g (7oz)
- Made in China
You can easily calculate the angular resolution in arc-seconds using the following formula:
- Resolution(X) = 2261/FL
- Resolution(Y) = 1962/FL
Where FL is the focal length of the guide scope in millimeters
