- TRAVEL-SIZED GOTO MOUNT: Weighing just 8. 6 pounds, this computerized Alt-Az tracking mount is perfect for portable, on-the-go, mobile astronomy.
- 11-POUND PAYLOAD CAPACITY: With a payload capacity of 11 pounds, the AZ-GTi can support most available telescope tubes, as well as most DSLR cameras.
- WIFI-ENABLED, APP CONTROLLED: Generating its own proprietary WiFi signal, the AZ-GTi blends 21st century technology with Sky-Watcher’s innovative astronomy equipment, allowing users to control their telescope from a smartphone or tablet.
- FREEDOM FIND DUAL ENCODERS: Utilizing Sky-Watcher’s patented dual-encoder technology, Freedom Find allows for accurate tracking as well as manual slewing without losing alignment.
- TIME-LAPSE AND PANORAMA READY: Using Sky-Watcher SynScan Pro app, create breathtaking time-lapse video and panoramas with the AZ-GTi’s photography mode. With the mount’s built-in SNAP port, shooting is fully automated.
- RUGGED BRASS AND ALUMINUM GEARS: Using durable brass and aluminum all-metal gearing provides smooth, motorized, precise night sky tracking while observing or imaging.
- INCLUDED TRIPOD WITH PIER EXTENSION: Included with the AZ-GTi is an adjustable aluminum tripod with an included pier extension, bringing the AZ-GTi from 28 inches, up to 53 inches when fully extended, giving users a comfortable height for viewing.
- MULTIPLE POWER OPTIONS: The built-in AA battery compartment provides reliable mobile power. Also included is a 12v input, allowing for an external power source using a cell phone charger or other device.
Sky-Watcher’s AZ-GTi is the perfect tracking platform for those seeking a compact travel Alt-Az Go-To mount. Boasting a payload capacity of 11 pounds, this compact computerized GoTo AZ mount can support anything from a small telescope tube to a mid-sized DSLR for panoramic or timelapse photography. Weighing just 8.6 lbs., the AZ-GTi is the ideal travel mount, easily fitting in carry-on luggage and perfect for grab-and-go situations. The AZ-GTi generates its own WiFi signal, allowing users to control the telescope directly from their iOS or Android devices. Once connected to the mount, Sky-Watcher’s SynScan Pro app can be used for celestial, planetary, lunar and solar observing. For those interested in photographing panoramas or time-lapse video, connect the SynScan Pro app and start shooting. The AZ-GTi includes an adjustable aluminum tripod with built-in pier extension. However, the AZ-GTi can also attach to nearly any photographic tripod using a standard 3. 8 thread. No need for an intervelometer timer with the AZ-GTi! With a 60-second preset exposure setting, the AZ-GTi can trigger a DSLR using the optional shutter release cable. Once the camera is plugged into the mount and a shot is fired, it will continually shoot 60 second exposures until the cable is removed.
