{"title":"Skywatcher AZ Mounts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eSky-Watcher AZ mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e at Ontario Telescope. From compact \u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eGoTo mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e to sturdy manual and dual-purpose setups, this collection offers practical solutions for astronomers who want simplicity, portability, and dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"az-gti-mount","title":"AZ-GTi Mount","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); font-family: \" roboto condensed sans-serif rgb font-weight:=\"\" font-size:=\"\" margin-top:=\"\" margin-bottom:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003ePerfect for any Situation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif rgb font-size:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eSky-Watcher’s AZ-GTi is the perfect tracking platform for those seeking a compact travel mount capable of both Alt-Az Go-To alignment and video timelapse. Boasting a payload capacity of 11lbs, this modular AZ mount can support anything from a small Maksutov or refractor, to a mid-sized DSLR for 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); font-family: \" roboto condensed sans-serif rgb font-weight:=\"\" font-size:=\"\" margin-top:=\"\" margin-bottom:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eRevolutionary WiFi Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif rgb font-size:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eThe AZ-GTi is one of the first Sky-Watcher products featuring built in WiFi control. Once connected to the mount, use Sky-Watcher’s SynScan Pro app to align the mount for celestial tracking or the SynScan PTZ app for timelapse photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); font-family: \" roboto condensed sans-serif rgb font-weight:=\"\" font-size:=\"\" margin-top:=\"\" margin-bottom:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eEasy Integration with any Tripod\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif rgb font-size:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eThe AZ-GTi includes an adjustable aluminium tripod with built in pier extension. The mount can attach to a tripod using a 3.8”-16 thread and includes an adapter for ¼”-20 thread sizes, making it capable of mounting to nearly any tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); font-family: \" roboto condensed sans-serif rgb font-weight:=\"\" font-size:=\"\" margin-top:=\"\" margin-bottom:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eAutomatic Shutter Release Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif rgb font-size:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003eNo 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 auxiliary 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skywatcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013470056559,"sku":"S21110","price":730.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/3S9A0797-copy-650x650__89829.jpg?v=1766554166"},{"product_id":"az5-mount-with-steel-tripod","title":"AZ5 Mount with Steel Tripod","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rock-solid platform for the ultimate visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher AZ5 is a lightweight, easy-to-use, grab-and-go telescope mount for visual astronomy and daytime terrestrial observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from cast aluminum and designed to attach a wide variety of OTAs and other optical equipment up to 15-pounds (6.8kg) in weight, via a regular 45mm, Vixen-style dovetail bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable 1.75-inch rolled steel tripod legs provide a sturdy platform for a smooth and enjoyable viewing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15-pound payload capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVixen-style saddle \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeared, slow motion control for precise manual tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid, all-metal construction tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded pier extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable tension clutches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable altitude fork arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.75-inch adjustable rolled steel tripod legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Skywatcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013470482543,"sku":"S20110","price":650.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/az5-hero_1800x1800__90610.jpg?v=1766554228"},{"product_id":"skywatcher-az-eq6-mount-with-tripod","title":"Skywatcher AZ-EQ6 Mount with Tripod","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eThis Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 Mount with SynScan GoTo is a hybrid mount with dual alt-azimuth and equatorial capabilities for both general use and astrophotography. It supports a wide range of heavy professional photo and video equipment by providing ideal stability and pointing accuracy. Includes SynScan hand controller with dual AZ\/EQ firmware featuring a database of more than 42,900 celestial objects that can all be automatically found and tracked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eCapable of carrying heavy-duty photographic equipment weighing up to 44 pounds for professional shooting and video recording, the AZ-EQ6 SynScan Mount, at only 33 pounds, is not only highly efficient, but highly portable as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial;\"\u003eFreedom Find - Tracking Made Easy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eSky-Watcher's Freedom Find dual-encoder technology facilitates both manual and electronic movement in either axis without alignment or positional data being lost. Once you have moved to a new object, the telescope will henceforth automatically track said object with great precision. 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No need to worry about aligning your equipment the night before or early in the morning. Using its patented HelioFind solar finder and built-in GPS, SolarQuest autolevels and calculates the azimuth and altitude of the sun, all with the single push of a button. Once self-aligned, the mount locates and tracks the sun for hours at a time. 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