New Gadget from ZWO is latest Harmonic Drive Mount – ZWO AM5 EQ/Alt-Azimuth Mount Head. This mount, created especially for astrophotographers, is the perfect addition to your astrophotography setup if you’re searching for a lightweight yet reliable mount arrangement for your astrophotography excursions. Not only will you be able to utilize an equatorial mount with a large load capacity that doesn’t require counterweights, but you’ll also have a mount that you can take with you to star parties or your preferred celestial imaging spot. SPECIFICATIONS Model Number: ZWO-AM5 Mount Type: Dual Alt-Az/Equatorial Type of Mount Electronics: Computerized – GoTo Weight Capacity: 13kg w/out counterweight, 20kg w/ counterweight Mount Includes Tripod or Pier?: Yes Power Requirements: 12V – 3A Power Failure Protection Included: Yes Includes Manual Slow Motion Controls: No Mount Slew Speeds: 6°/S Motor Type: Harmonic Drive and Synchronous belt (Reduction Ratio: 300:1) Stepper Motor Resolution: 0.17″ Mount Latitude Range (°): 0° – 90° Azimuth Angle Adjustment Range: ±10° Drivers Available: ASCOM Includes Integrated WiFi?: Yes Included Accessory Ports:USB, ST4 Includes GPS: No Periodic Error Correction: Yes Periodic Error Duration: 432 s Saddle Type: Dual – Vixen or Losmandy Hand Controller Included: Yes Polar Scope Included: No Mount Weight (lb.): 11.0231 lb. Warranty: ZWO – 2 Years Tripod Weight (lb.): 5.07 lb. Tripod Leg Diameter (in.): 1.5″ Tripod Height Range (in.): 18.5″ to 31.49″ Tripod Leg Material: Carbon Fiber What’s in the box Case AM5 Mount Body 2m USB2.0 Cable Performance Sheet Quick Guide Brochure Hand Controller 2m Hand Controller Cable M6 Allen key M4 Allen key Quick Summary Load capacity Without Counter Weight : 13Kg With Counter Weight : 20Kg Multi Function Equatorial Mount Azimuth Mount Hand Controller App For Control Wifi Connection Live Star Database Precision Control Strain Wave Gear Reducer Synchronous Belt Design No Counter Weight Required Support : ASCOMINDISkySafari Compatible : LX200 Wireless Control Rocker-style Hand Controller Astronomy Dedicated Strain Wave Gear ZWO jointly developed the strain wave gearing system with well-known domestic manufacturers based on the actual needs of astrophotographers. It comes with very low periodic errors, smooth gearing and high torque. The guiding accuracy is 0.5 -0.8 arc seconds, which makes the AM5 mount extremely suitable for astrophotography. Power Failure Protection ZWO’s AM5 EQ/Alt-Az mount head features a power brake system. If there is a power outage while using your telescope, the AM5 mount power failure protection design will keep it from falling and being damaged. This feature is critical when it comes to the safety of your imaging equipment. You can keep your equipment balanced and safe by activating the brake system to stop the mount’s movements. PE Curve Performance Guaranteed The strain wave gearing system designed by ZWO is the result of collaboration with well-known manufacturers, and it was created with astrophotographers in mind. The very low periodic errors, smooth gearing, and high torque are just a few of the amazing features of the ZWO AM5 mount that make it a must-have addition to astrophotography setups. This ZWO mount has a guiding accuracy of 0.5 – 0.8 arc seconds. Performance is guaranteed by ZWO before each mount leaves the factory by measuring it and applying the unique PE curve! All-round 0°- 90° Pitch Angle Gear 1: Allow you to adjust the pitch angle grip to achieve a degree between 0 and 60. Gear 2: You can loosen the hex-head screw and then adjust the pitch angel grip to achieve a degree between 30 and 90. Video Installation Guide
