Skywatcher HEQ5 PRO Synscan GOTO mount Setup Tutorial

A detailed step-by-step demonstration of how to set up a Skywatcher HEQ5 PRO Synscan GOTO mount for astrophotography, including the mechanical steps and the controller steps involved. (Note that the polar alignment steps are covered by a separate tutorial). ----------- Chapters --------------- 00:00 - Tripod Setup 00:51 - Fit Mount Head 01:35 - Set Latitude 02:08 - Fit Counterweight(s) 02:46 - Fit Controller 02:56 - Fit Telescope 03:13 - Fit Cables etc... 03:46 - Balancing 05:23 - Polar Alignment 06:01 - Set Home Position 07:14 - Power-Up / Hand Controller Setup #skywatcher