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SKY-WATCHER

®

 STAR ADVENTURER GTi

Foreword

As technology changes in the world, so does the way we do things. Here at Sky-Watcher® we recognize the changes and implement the new technologies into 
our products to improve the experience you have. Our products serve a purpose, and we intend to continue to create new and exciting ways to help you reach the 
stars and beyond. You’ll be amazed with what is out there!

About the Mount

The Star Adventurer GTi is a portable, lightweight, and practical tracking mount that has the ability to both track the apparent movement of the stars as well as 
find celestial and deep space objects. The mount utilizes the SynScan GoTo system to find and track various astronomical objects.

The Star Adventurer GTi is equipped with a V-style mounting saddle and supports upto 11 pound payload capacity and is designed to work with AA batteries or 
12v power supply. The Star Adventurer GTi also has Wi-Fi connectivity to truly go wireless allowing for a safe environment, avoid trip hazards, and potential snag 
issues associated with wires. The mount itself also supports full computer connectivity as well as autoguiding via ST-4 connection.

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Sky-Watcher product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions entirely before using this equipment. Keep 
these safety instructions available to all users of the product.

By default, all mounts are shipped with the clutches unlocked to avoid any damage to the internal components during transit. 

To prevent possible injury, pay special attention to all warnings before using this Sky-Watcher product. We also suggest reading through this guide 
before attempting to use or assemble the mount.

WARNING

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Do not look at the Sun through the polar scope. Viewing the Sun or other strong light sources through the polar scope could cause 
permanent eye damage.

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Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

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Keep out of reach of children. Failure to do so could result in injury. Moreover, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. 
Consult a physician immediately when a child swallows any part of this equipment.

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Do not disassemble. Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury and/or void the warranty. In the event of malfunction, 
remove the batteries and contact a Sky-Watcher authorized service center.

Notice

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Sky-Watcher reserves the right to change the specification of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and 
without prior notice.

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Sky-Watcher cannot be held liable for any damage resulting from inappropriate use of this product.

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Страница 3: ...ety precautions entirely before using this equipment Keep these safety instructions available to all users of the product By default all mounts are shipped with the clutches unlocked to avoid any damage to the internal components during transit To prevent possible injury pay special attention to all warnings before using this Sky Watcher product We also suggest reading through this guide before at...

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Страница 5: ...is secured to the tripod The mount head should not rotate on the base of the tripod NOTE Before moving on check to ensure that the mount head is firmly attached and that the system does not wiggle or rock back and forth To ensure that the system is correctly attached lift the mount head up to make sure that it does not come apart from the tripod SETTING UP THE STAR ADVENTURER GTi 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9...

Страница 6: ...to hold down the telescope camera Ensure that the telescope camera is attached firmly before letting go NOTE Never attach your telescope camera to the mount before adding the counterweight It is important not to exceed the total weight payload of the mount Doing so will result in damage to the equipment Do not add any additional counterweight to the shaft as this will overload the mount By orienti...

Страница 7: ...the counterweight before you begin Once balancing is completed the mount should be able to be placed in any position with the clutches disengaged and not have the system move or fall in any direction All accessories must be attached when balancing the optical systems If you are using a refractor telescope set the focus to be as close to focus as possible A general rule is to extend the focuser out...

Страница 8: ...orresponding orientation of Polaris in the polar scope by simply entering the date time longitude and latitude of your observing location The polar scope utility can be found under Utility and then Advanced Move Polaris to that corresponding position in the polar scope by using the fine tuning movements of the equatorial wedge Fig 3d If you cannot acquire the application tool to find the orientati...

Страница 9: ...e the mount on the RA axis Make sure that the DEC axis is in the left to right position Within the SynScan Pro app select Advanced and then polar scope If using a smart device the app will automatically calculate and insert your time and location if not you will be prompted to insert for location When the location is acquired by your device the polar reticle will display the location of where Pola...

Страница 10: ...C power transformer if you want to plug into a wall outlet Make sure that the power supply used has an output of 12V at 2 amps and 2 1mm center pin positive 5 5mm length You can also connect the Star Adventurer GTi to a battery pack using a DC cigarette connector to a 2 1mm center pin positive 5 5mm length Ensure that the battery pack provides a 12 volt current Sky Watcher does not recommend conne...

Страница 11: ... that the mount is broadcasting The Wi Fi name will have the following format SynScan_ Once selected your smart device will be tethered to the mount Open the SynScan Pro app and select Connect Your device will display the SynScan device within range Click the device and the app will connect USB via Computer Download the SynScan app and save it to a location where you can find it Plug the mount in ...

Страница 12: ...tware synscan app Step 2 Connect your guide camera to your PC refer to user manuals for connection on specific camera Connect the mount via USB to your PC using a USB 2 0 cable If you a have an ST 4 port on the camera connect the ST 4 cable to the camera and mount ST 4 uses a 6P6C RJ12 data cable sold separately Connect the power to the mount and turn the Star Adventurer GTi on Step 3 Launch the S...

Страница 13: ...y cleaning devices into any of the electronics ports on the Star Adventurer GTi This may result in damage to the pins and or connectors BATTERY COMPARTMENT Never leave batteries stored inside of the battery compartments for extended periods of time Doing so may result in batteries leaking causing corrosion If you plan on not using the Star Adventurer GTi for extended periods of time remove the bat...

Страница 14: ...d tripod To prevent loss and damage of the thumb screws do not leave them on the column extension Parts list 1 Star Adventurer GTi mount head 2 Column lock 3 Column extension 4 Thumb screws Step 3 Stand the tripod upright and place the mount head with the column lock into the column extension and tighten the thumb screws to hold the mount head in place Step 1 Attach the mount column lock onto the ...

Страница 15: ...o the Sky Watcher website and check under Global Distributer for your specific region http www skywatcher com where to buy Tracking mode Astrophotography EQ mode Max payload 5kg 11 pounds Wheel gear Copper Diameter 15 8mm Worm gear Aluminum alloy Diameter 92mm Motor drive Miniature DC servo motor Built in accessory Illuminated polar scope Polar scope Approximately 8 5 field of view Working voltage...

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