{"product_id":"skywatcher-esprit-150edx-on-eq8-rh-refractor-telescope-with-pier-tripod","title":"SkyWatcher Esprit 150EDX on EQ8-RH Refractor Telescope with Pier Tripod","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSkyWatcher Esprit 150EDX on EQ8-RH Refractor Telescope with Pier Tripod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with the discerning astrophotographer in mind, Sky-Watcher's top-of-the-line Esprit refractors deliver the kind of imaging performance one would expect from telescopes costing thousands of dollars more. With the Esprit's three-element, air spaced objective lens design, false colour is virtually eliminated, yielding exceptional contrast and sharpness. Each element is fully multi-coated with Sky-Watcher's proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC), producing a transmission rate that rivals any refractor on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to superb optics, all Esprits feature exclusive dual-speed, Helinear track focusers, which provide smooth, rock-solid focusing with zero image shift. Using a captain's wheel design all focusers can be rotated, giving astrophotographers flexibility when framing their image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is customary, Sky-Watcher supplies everything you need to get out under the stars, including a 2-element field corrector, which guarantees a flat field across the entire imaging plane. All Esprit refractors also come with an 8x50 right angle finderscope, 2-inch Star diagonal, M48 camera adapter, mounting hardware, and padded case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EQ8-Rh provides the next generation of Sky-Watcher's popular high capacity mount, the EQ8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R models offer a refined design to allow for better balance and more modern features to cater to today's high end imagers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-in Cable Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB hub (4 ports)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.1mm Power port (3 ports)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 serial ports on the back of the saddle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EQ8-Rh features built-in cable management. This removes cable drag from hanging cables and reduces the risk of cables getting caught during imaging session. This capability also improves the mounts capabilities for remote use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in USB hub allows you to simply plug in your camera, guider, filter wheel and other USB accessories into the hub below the saddle plate and connect them using a single USB cable plugged into the rear of the mount. No more tangled mess of cabled hanging or need for multiple cables running around the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother addition to the cable management system is the three built-in 2.1mm ports situated next to the USB hub. This allows your accessories to also be powered through the mount. This reduces the need for multiple power adapters and other accessories. The ports can be run off of a single power source providing a cleaner set up and less cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the gear of the saddle are three serial ports for various accessories such as ST4 guide cables and other serial based accessories. Like the rest of the cable management this reduces the hanging cables and provide a neat connection to the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotor Positioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEQ8-Rh feature improved balance from their predecessor with redeposited motor housings. This improve the mount's balance over all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBelt Drive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth mounts feature belt drive on both the RA and Dec axis. This allows for smoother guiding and reduced backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuto-Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEQ8-Rh feature built-in homing sensors. This allows the mount to know its positioning more accurately from its start positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImproved Clutches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EQ8-Rh models feature improved clutches allowing for sturdier lock under heavy loads. Simply use the large levers to engage or disengage the axis of choice. The clutch lever are larger than the original EQ8 making it easier to adjust with gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePC Direct Connect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEQ8-Rh also feature the new PC direct connect feature. Now you can easily connect your mount to your computer without the need of a hand controller. When paired with the SynScan Pro app. for Windows the mount can be aligned and controlled direct from a PC. This makes imaging refined and easier, especially for those with permanent set ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEQ8-Rh On-Axis Encoder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EQ8-Rh takes a step further with all the listed features above but adds a higher level of precision. The Rh (h for High Res.) features an on-Axis Renishaw TONic incremental, 11.8 million tick, encoder on the RA axis. This allows the mount to have extremely precise tracking and guiding for long exposure imaging. With the encoder built onto the RA axis this removes periodic error to nearly zero in RA with an accuracy of 0.11 arc-seconds! The EQ8-Rh offers a pro level mount for the series astro imager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkyWatcher Esprit 150EDX on EQ8-RH Refractor Telescope with Pier Tripod\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SkyWatcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47296541032615,"sku":"GC39-SWEQ8RH-ESPR15","price":24498.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/4083\/0375\/files\/GC39-SWEQ8RH-ESPR15.jpg?v=1763530309","url":"https:\/\/www.georges.com.au\/products\/skywatcher-esprit-150edx-on-eq8-rh-refractor-telescope-with-pier-tripod","provider":"Georges Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}