Sky-Watcher K100 Mini VIRTUOSO GTi Telescope (10263)

Sky-Watcher K100 Mini Virtuoso GTi Telescope – Compact, Wireless, and Powerful

A Smart, Portable Telescope with Wi-Fi GO-TO Control

The Sky-Watcher K100 Mini Virtuoso GTi is a highly portable 100mm f/10 Klevtsov-Cassegrain telescope designed for wireless control via your smartphone or tablet. With its built-in Wi-Fi module, this versatile telescope creates its own network, allowing it to be used anywhere without external Wi-Fi or mobile networks. Simply connect to the free SynScan™ App (iOS/Android), follow an easy alignment process, and start exploring the universe with full GO-TO automation and tracking.

Key Features

• 100mm (4") Klevtsov-Cassegrain Optical System: Provides sharp, high-contrast views with compact dimensions.
• Full GO-TO Functionality: Automatically slews to over 10,000 celestial objects in the SynScan™ App database.
• Wireless Control via SynScan™ App: No need for cables or external Wi-Fi connections.
• Freedom to Move: Dual-axis tracking ensures smooth and precise movement.
• Radiant™ Aluminium Quartz (RAQ™) Coatings: Enhances reflectivity up to 94% for brighter, clearer images.
• Tabletop & Extendable Tripod Mounting: Offers versatility and portability for different observing conditions.
• Universal Smartphone Adaptor: Capture stunning celestial images with your smartphone.
• USB-C & DSLR Shutter Release Port: Expand functionality with optional accessories.
• Lightweight & Portable: OTA weighs just 1.68kg, making it ideal for travel and quick setup.

Explore the Moon, Planets & Deep-Sky Objects

The Sky-Watcher K100 is a compact yet powerful telescope, designed for crisp planetary and deep-sky viewing. Enjoy spectacular details of:

• The Moon’s surface features, craters, and ridges
• Jupiter’s cloud bands and its four largest moons
• Saturn’s rings and Cassini Division
• Bright nebulae and galaxies, including the Orion Nebula & Andromeda Galaxy
• Double stars and clusters for a rich observing experience

Advanced GO-TO & Tracking Technology

With multiple alignment methods and slewing speeds, the Mini Virtuoso GTi ensures effortless navigation and tracking:

• 1-Star, 3-Star, Brightest Star, & North-Level Alignment
• Point & Go via mobile device for instant object location
• Dual-Axis Tracking: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar, and Alignment-Free Solar Tracking
• Slewing Speeds: From 0.5X to Max, for smooth and precise positioning

Smart Connectivity & Control

• SynScan™ App Compatibility: Works with SkySafari Plus/Pro, Luminos, Stellarium, and more.
• ASCOM Support: Connect to Windows PC for advanced planetarium software control.
• Built-in Wi-Fi Module: No reliance on external networks for complete mobility.

What’s Included?

• 100mm (f/10) Klevtsov-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly (OTA)
• 10mm & 20mm Eyepieces (1.25") for different magnifications
• 5x24 Finder for easy object location
• 90° Star Diagonal (1.25") for comfortable viewing angles
• Tabletop Mount & Extendable Aluminium Tripod with accessory tray
• Universal Smartphone Adaptor for astrophotography

Power & Portability

• Power Options: 8x AA batteries (not included) or external DC power (11-13V, 1A, tip positive).
• Ultra-Lightweight: Just 3.3kg (with tabletop mount) or 4.4kg (with tripod).
• Compact Design: OTA length: 363mm, perfect for travel and storage.

Why Choose the Sky-Watcher K100 Mini Virtuoso GTi?

✔ Smartphone-controlled GO-TO functionality for effortless navigation
✔ Compact, lightweight, and highly portable for on-the-go stargazing
✔ High-contrast optics with Klevtsov-Cassegrain design & RAQ™ mirror coatings
✔ Dual mounting options – use on a tabletop or full-height tripod
✔ Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts looking for a powerful, smart-controlled telescope

Discover the beauty of the cosmos with the Sky-Watcher K100 Mini Virtuoso GTi—a powerful, portable, and smart-controlled telescope that makes stargazing simple and exciting!