Offering precise control and able to support heavy OTAs, the ZWO AM7 Harmonic Equatorial GoTo Mount offers alt-az operation for observation and go-to tracking for astrophotography via a smartphone app or an ergonomic hand controller. The mount weighs just 14.3 pounds but can support payloads up to 44 pounds on its own or 66 pounds with a user-supplied counterweight and shaft. Thanks to its 90° altitude range, the AM7 can be used anywhere on earth.
Low Weight, High Payload
- Weighs 14.3 lb
- Supports 44 lb without counterweight
- Payload increases to 66 lb with optional 11 lb counterweight
- 3/8"-16 tripod mount
Strain-Wave Gear for Precision Control
- Strain-wave gearing system comes with very low ±10" periodic errors, smooth gearing, and high torque
- Reduction ratio is 300:1
- Each mount is tested and shipped with a periodic error curve report
Dual AZ/EQ Modes
- Capable of both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes
- Suitable for both visual and imaging
- Elevation angle of 0-90°
- Can be used anywhere from the equator to the polar regions
Control & Operation
- Sky Atlas mobile app for iOS and Android
- Works seamlessly with ASIAIR hub, wired or wireless
- Bluetooth connectivity (can be disabled)
- Autoguider port: ST-4
Mode Indication
- Red light is displayed for equatorial mount mode
- Green light is displayed for alt-azimuth mode
- If the mount has no synchronization, the indicator light flashes alternately red and green, and the corresponding color indicator light will be displayed according to the mode after synchronization
Joystick Handset or App Control
- Control via the included hand controller or from your phone or tablet using the ZWO app
- There is no need to connect to a computer—the mount and hand controller connect via Wi-Fi
- The mount is compatible with ASCOM, INDI, ASIAIR, and other platforms
Power-Off Braking
- In the event of power failure, brakes are instantly applied to prevent the telescope and equipment from falling and resulting in damage or injury
Ports for Cable Management
- 12 VDC input and USB-C ports on saddle reduce cable tangling
- 12 VDC output supplied from the main body power socket, this outlet can share power with devices such as ASIAIR
- The mount is powered by a user-provided 12V, 3A power supply