{"product_id":"onstep-v5-pro-goto-upgrade-kit-sky-watcher-eq5","title":"Terrans Industry OnStep V5 Pro GoTo Upgrade Kit for Sky-Watcher EQ5","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.dcs-onstep{max-width:940px;margin:0 auto;color:#28394e;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;overflow-wrap:break-word}\n.dcs-onstep *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.dcs-onstep p{font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 16px}\n.dcs-onstep h2{color:#10243d;font-size:27px;line-height:1.25;letter-spacing:-.3px;margin:0 0 16px;text-transform:none}\n.dcs-onstep h3{color:#10243d;font-size:18px;line-height:1.4;margin:0 0 10px;text-transform:none}\n.dcs-onstep a{color:#1c5579;text-underline-offset:3px}\n.dcs-onstep a:focus-visible,.dcs-onstep summary:focus-visible{outline:3px solid #ce941f;outline-offset:4px}\n.dcs-onstep .dcs-hero{background:#10243d;color:#fff;border-top:5px solid #e8b641;border-radius:14px;padding:30px 28px;margin:0 0 18px}\n.dcs-onstep 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#34516c}\n@media(max-width:600px){.dcs-onstep{font-size:15px}.dcs-onstep p{font-size:15px}.dcs-onstep .dcs-hero{padding:23px 20px}.dcs-onstep .dcs-stats{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr))}.dcs-onstep h2{font-size:24px}.dcs-onstep .dcs-two\u003e*{flex-basis:100%}.dcs-onstep th,.dcs-onstep td{padding:10px;font-size:13px}.dcs-onstep .dcs-cta{padding:23px 20px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-onstep\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcs-eyebrow\"\u003eDark Clear Skies · Terrans Industry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGive your EQ5 GoTo control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcs-subtitle\"\u003eOnStep V5 Pro · Sky-Watcher EQ5 upgrade kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring computer-controlled pointing and tracking to your Sky-Watcher EQ5 with the Terrans Industry OnStep V5 Pro retrofit kit. The controller, two motor assemblies and belt-drive components provide the hardware for a GoTo conversion while keeping your existing mount at the centre of the setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-stats\" aria-label=\"Kit at a glance\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eV5 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnStep controller\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEQ5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMount-specific version\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRA + DEC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-axis motor drive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 V DC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended supply\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"dcs-kit-photo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-photo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/O1CN01CFRB872BQ77jhkYcq__3333748332_png_de1d43f9-8fbc-477a-8d6d-f9713440125b.webp?v=1794297991\" alt=\"Terrans Industry OnStep V5 Pro upgrade kit with controller, two motor assemblies, belts, pulleys, cables and fitting hardware\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eManufacturer's V5 Pro kit photograph, shared across the EXOS-2, CG5 and EQ5 versions. This listing supplies the \u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher EQ5 version\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dcs-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFind targets through GoTo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the mount is installed, configured and aligned, use compatible control software to select and slew to objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl both axes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RA and DEC motor assemblies connect to the mount through the supplied pulley and belt components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose a suitable control device.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB provide connection options for supported phone, tablet and computer software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"dcs-heading\"\u003eA GoTo conversion for your existing mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit suits an owner who wants to keep a compatible EQ5 and add OnStep control. It is a hardware retrofit: fitting the drive components, adjusting belt tension and configuring the system are part of the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSidereal, solar and lunar tracking rates let you select the rate appropriate to the target. For imaging, the controller can form part of a wider computer-controlled setup. Exposure length and guiding results still depend on the mount's mechanical condition, balance, polar alignment and the rest of the equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-note dcs-note-gold\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the correct mount version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher EQ5 version\u003c\/strong\u003e. An EQ5 is a different mount from an HEQ5, EQM-35 or AZ-EQ5. Please check the exact model on your mount and ask us before ordering for a modified mount or another model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"dcs-heading\"\u003eConnect the way you observe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApp or computer control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerrans lists support for OnStep-compatible mobile control and computer use through ASCOM or INDI. Choose software and drivers that support your operating system and the connection you intend to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a computer-led imaging setup, this provides a route to integrate mount control with compatible acquisition, planetarium and guiding software. A guide camera, guide optics and imaging camera are separate parts of that setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan the power supply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a suitable \u003cstrong\u003e12 V DC supply rated for at least 3 A\u003c\/strong\u003e for the kit alone, with the specified \u003cstrong\u003e5.5 × 2.1mm connector\u003c\/strong\u003e. Check the controller markings and manufacturer instructions before connecting power; additional powered equipment needs its own power budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-photo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/O1CN01bgvDON2BQ77iXs0zu__3333748332.webp?v=1794297991\" alt=\"Manufacturer's OnStep V5 Pro controller diagram identifying the control, USB and power connections\" width=\"800\" height=\"1099\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eThe manufacturer's V5 Pro connection guide. Use the instructions for your controller revision when connecting cables or setting up software.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"dcs-heading\"\u003eFrom installation to first target\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col class=\"dcs-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit the drive hardware.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow the mount-specific instructions for the motor brackets, pulleys and belts. Check clearance and movement before powering the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect and configure.\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect the motor cables and suitable power supply, then set up the chosen app or computer connection using the manufacturer's guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance, align and test.\u003c\/strong\u003e Balance the complete telescope setup, polar-align the mount and complete the required pointing alignment. Check slews and cable clearance before starting an observing or imaging session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.terrans-industry.com\/docs\/UtIWsT\"\u003eRead the Terrans Industry user guide and setup instructions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"dcs-heading\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSky-Watcher EQ5 kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer \/ system\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerrans Industry \/ OnStep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eController version\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV5 Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMount version\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSky-Watcher EQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDriven axes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight ascension (RA) and declination (DEC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive components\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo motor assemblies with belt-and-pulley transmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTracking rates\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSidereal, solar and lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eControl connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB; support depends on the chosen device and software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eComputer interfaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASCOM and INDI with the appropriate driver and configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRecommended supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 V DC, rated for at least 3 A when powering the kit alone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower connector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 × 2.1mm DC barrel connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical fitting and initial configuration required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"dcs-heading\"\u003eWhat's in the kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-package\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpgrade components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnStep V5 Pro controller with mounting bracket and strap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRA and DEC motor assemblies with mounting brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt and pulley components for the two drive axes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor connection cables and USB cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting hardware and installation tools shown in the kit photograph.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-package\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compatible Sky-Watcher EQ5 mount, suitable 12 V DC power supply and a supported control device with the necessary software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount, tripod, telescope, camera, guiding equipment and a separate hand controller are not part of this upgrade-kit listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"dcs-heading\"\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes this fit every Sky-Watcher equatorial mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is specifically for the EQ5 kit. Select by the actual mount model, not by the telescope fitted to it. Contact us with the model name and photographs if you are unsure which kit you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the kit include a complete telescope mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a motor and controller upgrade for an existing compatible Sky-Watcher EQ5. Your mount, tripod and telescope are required separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it for astrophotography?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can provide the mount-control part of a compatible imaging setup. Accurate polar alignment, sound mount mechanics, careful balance and suitable guiding equipment remain important. Installing a GoTo kit does not establish a new payload rating or guarantee a particular exposure length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need a separate hand controller?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA separate hand controller is not essential when using a supported app or computer connection. If you prefer a handset, check its compatibility with this V5 Pro controller before ordering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLet's check your mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend Dark Clear Skies your mount's full model name, a photograph of its drive area and the device you would like to use for control. We can help check the version and setup requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"dcs-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk DCS about fitment\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dcs-related\"\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/collections\/onstep-controllers\"\u003eOnStep controllers and mount upgrade kits\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/collections\/terrans-hub-onstep-kits\"\u003eTerrans OnStep GoTo kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-brandline\"\u003eDark Clear Skies · Passion for the Night Sky, Delivered.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Terran Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55732585922936,"sku":"ONSTEP-V5PRO-EQ5","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/O1CN01CFRB872BQ77jhkYcq__3333748332_png_de1d43f9-8fbc-477a-8d6d-f9713440125b.webp?v=1794297991","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/onstep-v5-pro-goto-upgrade-kit-sky-watcher-eq5","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}