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by Jim McGill
Thu Mar 14, 2024 1:38 pm
Forum: Vendors corner
Topic: [Updated as on 24 Mar 2024] Seestar S50 Singapore Promotion
Replies: 3
Views: 10513

Re: [Updated as on 22 Nov 2023] Seestar S50 Singapore Promotion

mySG_jy wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 11:11 pm anyone has taken the photo with S50 yet?
let's share them here.
Hi mySG_jy,

You can download the free Seestar app and click the Nearby icon at bottom of the screen to see pictures taken by Seestar users in Singapore, cheers.
by Jim McGill
Wed Nov 22, 2023 5:46 pm
Forum: Equipment Discussions
Topic: Skywatcher EQ-AL55 Mount
Replies: 6
Views: 4825

Re: Skywatcher EQ-AL55 Mount

I own this mount. I bought it from McGill back in March 2023 and when I bought it the listing said that a computerized/GOTO upgrade is available but when I inquired about it today they told me that such an option is not supported by Skywatcher and they edited their listing to remove the claim. Hi A...
by Jim McGill
Wed Oct 18, 2023 2:25 pm
Forum: Equipment Discussions
Topic: Skywatcher EQ-AL55 Mount
Replies: 6
Views: 4825

Re: Skywatcher EQ-AL55 Mount

I agree with frqaf_bfds, now most mount manufacturers provide a low altitude option. Ioptron has number of mounts that can be used at equator. Likewise most of the newer strain wave mounts like zwo also support low latitude ooerations Ioptron has been quite resistant to provide zero latitude option...
by Jim McGill
Thu Oct 12, 2023 3:02 pm
Forum: Vendors corner
Topic: [Updated as on 24 Mar 2024] Seestar S50 Singapore Promotion
Replies: 3
Views: 10513

Re: Seestar S50 Singapore Promotion

Hi All, more Seestar S50 are coming to Singapore in the next 1-2 weeks! Hurry now to get this telescope and start taking and enjoying pictures of the night sky with ease! A wonderful gift to anyone who is interested in the stars. :) You may whatsapp our hotline 8118-4893 for queries. Available stock...
by Jim McGill
Thu Oct 12, 2023 2:57 pm
Forum: Equipment Discussions
Topic: Skywatcher EQ-AL55 Mount
Replies: 6
Views: 4825

Re: Skywatcher EQ-AL55 Mount

Hello TS, Happened to read this thread. :) We still have the EQ-AL55 mount in stock. It is meant for visual use with heavy telescopes. Currently we do not know if Sky-Watcher will offer a GOTO upgrade for it. You may check out the details at our website: https://mcgill.com.sg/product/sky-watcher-eq-...
by Jim McGill
Mon Sep 25, 2023 5:37 pm
Forum: Vendors corner
Topic: [Updated as on 24 Mar 2024] Seestar S50 Singapore Promotion
Replies: 3
Views: 10513

[Updated as on 24 Mar 2024] Seestar S50 Singapore Promotion

NOTE: Limited stock is available! Get it now to avoid any disappointment! Popular accessories for the Seestar S50 are also available as bundles. Just select the suitable option on our McGill Seestar S50 webpage, cheers! ----- The Seestar S50 has arrived in Singapore! THE all-in-one smart telescope w...
by Jim McGill
Mon Aug 14, 2023 7:41 pm
Forum: Vendors corner
Topic: Vixen Astronomical Equipment Promotion
Replies: 0
Views: 12664

Vixen Astronomical Equipment Promotion

Hello All, We are pleased to offer the Porta II Deluxe to fellow stargazers. Details as below: https://mcgill.com.sg/vixen-porta-ii-fantastic-altazimuth-mount-for-stargazing/ More Vixen products will be on sales. Stay tuned or visit our website www.mcgill.com.sg for timely updates. For fast response...
by Jim McGill
Thu Aug 10, 2023 6:24 pm
Forum: Astronomy Events & Observation Sessions
Topic: 11-13/8/23 August 2023 Perseids Meteor Shower Trip to Segamat
Replies: 1
Views: 4957

Re: 11-13/8/23 August 2023 Perseids Meteor Shower Trip to Segamat

Hi All,

Thanks for the interest shown. Registration closed. :)

Please Whatsapp to McGill Hotline 8118-4893 for details of future trips, cheers.
by Jim McGill
Thu Aug 10, 2023 11:43 am
Forum: Astronomy Events & Observation Sessions
Topic: 11-13/8/23 August 2023 Perseids Meteor Shower Trip to Segamat
Replies: 1
Views: 4957

11-13/8/23 August 2023 Perseids Meteor Shower Trip to Segamat

Hi All, we still have some slots available for trip to view the Perseids Meteor Shower from tomorrow to Sunday (11-13/08/23) in a dark sky site (Bortle Class 4) in Segamat district in Johor, Malaysia. Please contact us for trip details by tonight 6pm if you are interested. Paid accommodation with ai...
by Jim McGill
Tue May 09, 2023 12:57 pm
Forum: Buy and Sell
Topic: 100mm APO Refractor for $380 - House Reno Sale
Replies: 6
Views: 7988

Re: 100mm APO Refractor for $380 - House Reno Sale

We need more people like TS! :)