{"product_id":"explore-scientific-sidara-pro-goto-mount-tripod","title":"Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo Telescope Mount with Tripod","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild a telescope setup that can locate and follow night-sky targets with the Explore Scientific Sidara Pro GoTo mount. Once set up and leveled, the mount uses its SkyAssist system for alignment; the SkyAssist app lets you select an object for the mount to point toward and track.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Customers Choose This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoTo pointing and tracking help reduce manual searching during an observing session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlt-azimuth mount design supports straightforward movement and setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with compatible optical tubes using a Vixen-style dovetail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkyAssist app control for selecting targets from an astronomical catalogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod system listed with the GoTo mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplier describes AA battery or external power-source options, such as a power bank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand and model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplore Scientific Sidara Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEquipment type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoTo telescope mount and tripod system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMount design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlt-azimuth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOptical tube interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen-style dovetail, subject to compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyAssist app on a compatible smartphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA batteries or compatible external power source, per supplier listing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eObservers building a compatible telescope system who want app-assisted target selection and motorized tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a mount listing, not a complete telescope. No optical tube is listed in the included contents. The supplier does not state a payload capacity, required number of AA batteries, exact external power specification or phone compatibility in this listing; confirm those details before pairing equipment. Never point a mounted telescope toward the Sun without suitable purpose-built solar equipment and training.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs a telescope optical tube included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo optical tube is listed. The supplier lists the Sidara Pro GoTo mount and tripod system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I choose a target?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter setup and leveling, use the SkyAssist app with a compatible smartphone to select an object; the mount is described as pointing and tracking it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich telescopes fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe supplier specifies Vixen-style dovetail compatibility but does not give a payload limit here. Check tube fit, balance and weight before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm your optical tube and power setup against the mount requirements before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58543618326831,"sku":"ES-SAGT-ST10","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/8596\/4079\/files\/es7_6adc8a50-9d46-428a-8a0f-19e0bffbecc4.jpg?v=1790440637","url":"https:\/\/ridgelineoutdoorsupply.com\/products\/explore-scientific-sidara-pro-goto-mount-tripod","provider":"RidgeLine Outdoor Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}