Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Mount

An Astrophotography Powerhouse

Beefy equatorial style mount
with steel tripod legs

Whisper-quiet belt drive

SynScan hand controller
with 42,000+ object database

The EQ6-R boasts a number of features to aid astrophotographers. The built in ST-4 Autoguider port turns this mount into an astrophotography powerhouse, allowing you to utilize most of today’s best autoguiders. Using the integrated RS232 port, you can control the telescope from your computer and take advantage of today’s most advanced astronomy software. With a weight capacity of 44 lbs, the EQ6-R can handily support an optical tube, imaging accessories and camera.

Silent Yet Precise Slewing

The EQ6-R Pro uses Stepper motors with a 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven. Stepper motors are quieter than servo motors, providing accuracy up to 1 arc minute without waking your neighbors from buzzing motors.

Payload capacity of 44 lbs

Compatible with D & V style
mounting plates

Illuminated polar finderscope

42,000 Object Database

Using our proprietary SynScan hand controller, the EQ6-R Pro provides a user-friendly interface with automatic slewing to over 42,000 objects in the night sky. The hand controller can also connect to a computer using the supplied RS232 cable (USB adapter available), enabling computer control with most astronomy programs. For the astrophotographers looking to reduce Periodic Error, the SynScan hand controller has built in PEC training that can be configured while in the field!

Flexible Polar Alignment

Sky-Watcher includes an illuminated polar finderscope to aid the polar alignment process. The finderscope features a circular grid reticle for the northern hemisphere, consistent with todays popular polar alignment apps. For astronomers in the southern hemisphere, the constellation Octans is built into the reticle as well. Even without a clear view of Polaris, the EQ Pro can be polar aligned using our SynScan hand controller. Simply choose one of the visible stars listed and use the latitude adjustment screws to center it in the eyepiece.

Bundle of Accessories

As customary with all Sky-Watcher products, an assortment of accessories are included with the EQ Pro mount. A retractable counterweight bar is supplied, allowing for easier transportation as well as two 11-lb counterweights are included to help balance any payload. The EQ Pro features a saddle compatible with both D and V style mounting plates, granting users the flexibility to utilize multiple optical tubes, even if the mounting plate is different.

• 44lbs payload capacity
• Belt drive
• SNAP port
• Auto guide port
• Carry handle
• D/V saddle plate
• Built in illuminated polar scope
• 42,000+ object data base
• Retractable counterweight bar

Mount Type

EQ

GoTo

Yes

Object Database

42900+

Payload Capacity (lbs)

44lbs.

Polar Alignment Assist

Yes

Auto Guide

Yes

Permanent Periodic Correction

Yes

DSLR Interface

Yes

Motor Type

Stepper

Drive System

Belt

Polar Scope

Built In

Clutch

Locking Lever

Mounting Saddle Type

D and V-style

Power Type

12V

Tripod Leg Diameter

2″

Mount Head Weight (lbs)

38lbs.

Tripod Weight (lbs)

16.5lbs.

Other Included Items

11lbs counter weights (2), Tripod spreader, Canon EOS trigger cable, thread on power cable, Synscan Hand Controller