Skywatcher AC 102/500 Startravel-102 AZ-Go2 Telescope

Description

Stargazers seeking fast smart-device object navigation without complex alignment steps rely on the Skywatcher AC 102/500 Startravel-102 AZ-Go2 Telescope motorized GoTo refractor system. Designed with an f/4.9 focal ratio, this 102mm (4.02 in) aperture telescope features a 500mm focal length, delivering 1.14 arcseconds Dawes resolving power and reaching magnitude 12.5 for grab-and-go deep-sky observation.

The Skywatcher AC 102/500 Startravel-102 AZ-Go2 Telescope features an air-spaced achromatic doublet objective with multi-coated crown and flint optical glass elements. Its 470mm aluminum tube has an unobstructed 0% central profile and a 1.25-inch rack-and-pinion focuser. Supported by a motorized AZ-Go2 single-arm alt-azimuth GoTo mount with built-in Wi-Fi and a stainless steel tripod, the 2.10 kg (4.63 lbs) OTA offers seamless wireless telescope control.

Key Features of Skywatcher AC 102/500 Startravel-102 AZ-Go2 Telescope

Engineered for automated smart-device astronomy and wide-field deep-sky exploration, this 102mm Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 AZ-Go2 refractor combines fast f/4.9 optics with a motorized GoTo mount. Its integrated Wi-Fi adapter and SynScan app control allow effortless target locating from iOS and Android devices.

• 102mm (4.02 in) aperture with 500mm focal length and fast f/4.9 optical speed
• Air-spaced achromatic doublet objective with multi-coated optical glass elements
• 0% secondary obstruction for clear, high-contrast unobstructed light transmission
• 1.25-inch single-speed rack-and-pinion focuser for smooth optical focusing
• AZ-Go2 single-arm motorized alt-azimuth GoTo mount with integrated Wi-Fi adapter
• Controlled wirelessly using the free SynScan mobile application for iOS and Android
• Heavy-duty tubular stainless steel tripod with integrated accessory tray
• Red dot finder, 1.25-inch diagonal, and 10mm and 25mm eyepieces included

Fast f/4.9 Achromatic Optics & Wide Sensor Field

The 102mm objective lens gathers abundant light across a short 500mm focal length, providing bright, expansive viewing fields. With an unobstructed optical path (0% obstruction), this Sky-Watcher refractor supports magnifications from 14.6x up to 204x.

Wireless AZ-Go2 Mount & Stainless Steel Tripod

Automated celestial alignment is simple with modern Wi-Fi connectivity. The AZ-Go2 mount generates its own wireless network, letting users choose thousands of night sky targets through the SynScan mobile app. Supported by a sturdy stainless steel tripod, it ensures stable, automated tracking of planets and deep-sky objects.

• Integrated Wi-Fi module for cordless GoTo tracking via the SynScan mobile application
• Rigid stainless steel tripod designed to minimize viewing vibrations
• Included 10mm and 25mm eyepieces paired with a red dot finder scope

Sky-Watcher AZ-Go2 Series Warranty

The Skywatcher AC 102/500 Startravel-102 AZ-Go2 Telescope is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the 102mm refractor OTA, AZ-Go2 motorized GoTo mount head, stainless steel tripod with accessory tray, red dot finder, 1.25-inch diagonal, and 10mm and 25mm eyepieces.