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I'm currently using a Sky-Watcher AZ-GO2 WiFi mount with the SynScan app (no connected handset).
Whilst the 'brightest star' alignment functionality appears to work well, tonight I've been encountering a really frustrating issue that I can't seem to find any other references to on any forums/site when 'Googling'. An example of the issue is detailed below;
After aligning the mount to Rigel and Pollux (without any problems), I entered Sirius as my next star to observe. The mount started to slew towards Sirius but after a few seconds paused and then suddenly started slewing in totally the opposite direction!
I thought it was just a blip so re-aligned to two new stars (Betelgeuse and Castor). Again, the alignment worked perfectly. I then entered Alnitak for the mount to go to. The mount started to slew as expected but again, after a few seconds, it paused and then slewed in totally the wrong direction!
I disconnected the battery pack, gave it a few minutes & then reconnected. I followed the same process as above and encountered the same results!
As you can imagine, I was a little peed off as it was a beautifully clear night (albeit very cold) and would have been perfect to do some observing.
Has anyone else with a Sky-Watcher AZ-GO2 WiFi mount encountered similar issues & if so, how have you managed to resolve them? Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
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Having today taken possession of a Sky-Watcher SkyMax-127 on an AZ-GO2 mount, the SynScan app looks very basic!
I've been investigating and it appears that both Stellarium Plus & SkySafari 7 Plus can control the mount as well...firstly is this correct (newbie here)?
If so, which is the better of the two for controlling? I appreciate that people will have their favourite app, but would appreciate balanced views 😁
Or alternatively, are there any others available in Play Store that are highly recommended?
Thanks in advance for feedback/input.
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Looking to buy my first serious telescope and am considering a 'Go To' outfit.
Currently considering either the SW Explorer 130PS AZ GTi or the SW Star Discovery WiFi P150i...the difference in price being a mere £44 (the difference doesn't appear that much, but is the extra magnification/resolution worth it?).
What are the thoughts about either of these as a starter piece of kit? Or would a 'Heritage' solution be a recommended alternative/better option?
Thanks in advance for any feedback/recommendations.
Sky-Watcher AZ-GO2 mount frustrations
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Thanks for the heads up...might need to invest in a power supply unit rather than relying on batteries