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Skywatcher 10-inch Dobsonian GOTO Upgrade Kit
Convert your 10" Dobsonian into a fully computerised telescope with the Sky-Watcher GOTO Upgrade Kit. Enjoy automated tracking, 42,900-object database, and efficient deep-sky navigation.
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Upgrade your manual Dobsonian telescope into a fully computerised tracking system with the Sky-Watcher 10" Dobsonian GOTO Upgrade Kit. Specifically designed for Sky-Watcher 10-inch solid tube Dobsonian telescopes, this GOTO upgrade brings automated object location and tracking allowing you to spend less time setting up your telescope and more time observing. The set up is also incredibly easy - you will be ready to go in no time!
Transform Your Telescope with GOTO Functionality
This Dobsonian upgrade replaces the manual base with a motorised system featuring dual-axis DC servo motors and high-resolution encoders. Once installed, the mount enables automated slewing to any of 42,900 celestial objects via the included SynScan V5 hand controller, which contains extensive astronomical catalogues including Messier, NGC, IC, planets, named stars, and custom objects.
Advanced Motorised Control
The GOTO upgrade kit incorporates a low-backlash, high-resolution motor drive system to ensure accurate tracking and smooth slewing. Tracking rates include sidereal, lunar, and solar, with multiple alignment methods such as 1-star, 2-star, and Brightest Star Alignment for flexibility and accuracy. The system supports tracking in both northern and southern hemispheres and includes a mechanical zero-position reset.
Easy Installation
Designed for convenience, the Sky-Watcher 10" GOTO Upgrade Kit includes everything needed to convert your standard Dobsonian mount into a computerised one. The upgrade fits directly to the 10-inch Sky-Watcher solid tube optical tube assembly without modifying the tube or primary components. Power is supplied via a 12V DC input (compatible with power tanks or AC/DC adapters), making it portable and field-ready.
Full Specifications
| Compatibility | Sky-Watcher 10" Classic Dobsonian Telescope |
| Hand Controller | SynScan V5 with 42,900-object database |
| Motor | Dual-axis DC servo motors with encoders |
| Tracking Modes | Sidereal, Solar, Lunar |
| Alignment Methods | 1-star, 2-star, Brightest Star |
| Motor Drive | GOTO-compatible altitude and azimuth drive system with gearboxes |
| Encoder Type | Dual encoders |
| Communication Ports | RS-232, USB (via SynScan), and auxiliary port support |
| Power Supply | 12V DC, 2A minimum (not included) |
| Firmware Upgradable | Yes, via SynScan or external connection |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +40°C |
| Warranty | 5-year limited Sky-Watcher warranty |
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About Sky-Watcher
Contemporary telescope-making has advanced the simple optical designs early scopes to revolutionary, state of the art. The Sky-Watcher company believes Telescopes of quality make should no longer be expensive, but accessible to everyone. Sky-Watcher philosophy has always been to bring the vast wonders of the skies within reasonable reach of anyone with enough curiosity and courage to look up and imagine. Sky-Watcher scopes come in a large range of observational applications - from 10"Dobsonians to spotting scopes for land use.
Product Code: SWA-DOB10GTK
Q1. What does the Sky-Watcher 10" Dobsonian GOTO Upgrade Kit do?
The Sky-Watcher 10" Dobsonian GOTO Upgrade Kit converts your manual 10-inch Dobsonian into a fully motorised, computer-controlled telescope. It enables automatic slewing, tracking, and object locating via the SynScan system.
Q2. Is this GOTO upgrade compatible with other Dobsonian models?
This specific GOTO upgrade kit is designed exclusively for the Sky-Watcher 10" Classic Dobsonian or saxon Deepsky 10" Dobsonian.
Q3. What’s included in the Sky-Watcher GOTO upgrade kit?
The upgrade kit includes motorised altitude and azimuth drives, a SynScan hand controller, encoders, mounting hardware, and installation instructions for the dobsonian upgrade.
Q4. How many celestial objects can the SynScan hand controller access?
The GOTO upgrade kit’s SynScan controller gives access to a 42,900-object database, including planets, Messier objects, NGC catalogues, and named stars.
Q5. Does the upgrade kit allow tracking for astrophotography?
While the Sky-Watcher 10" GOTO upgrade provides basic tracking for lunar and planetary astrophotography, long-exposure deep-sky imaging may require an equatorial platform for better tracking accuracy.
Q6. Is the installation process for the upgrade kit complicated?
No. The dobsonian upgrade is designed for easy installation with minimal tools. Most users can complete the setup in under an hour following the supplied manual.
Q7. Can I revert my Dobsonian telescope to manual use after upgrading?
Yes, the GOTO upgrade kit allows for manual use with encoders enabled, so you can manually reposition the scope while retaining object location tracking.
Q8. Does this GOTO upgrade require external power?
Yes. The Sky-Watcher 10" GOTO upgrade kit requires a 12V DC power source, such as a portable power tank or AC adapter (not included).
Q9. Will the upgrade kit affect the balance of my telescope?
The added motors and controller do add slight weight to the base. However, the system is designed to maintain balance and stability during operation.
Q10. Is the Sky-Watcher 10" GOTO Upgrade Kit covered under warranty?
Yes, this GOTO upgrade kit is backed by Sky-Watcher's 5-year limited Australian warranty.