Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK Telescope

Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK is a powerful, yet compact, Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope that yields detailed, high-quality views of the lunar surface, planetary disks, binary stars and compact nebulae. With a relatively large aperture and standard 1.25" eyepieces of this telescope, you will be able to observe nebulae and star clusters, while the GoTo mount with computerized drive systems will allow you to capture breathtaking images of Solar System planets and the Moon with ease. This practical instrument is a perfect choice for amateur stargazers, as it navigates to any celestial object automatically, yet it still is a powerful telescope that allows experienced stargazers to try their hand at astrophotography.

The azimuth GoTo mount with a SynScan AZ hand controller is extremely easy to use. Navigating to the most interesting celestial objects does not require any experience or knowledge, as the telescope will do everything by itself. The database of SynScan AZ includes over 42,000 objects, so you will never run out of things to observe. To make things even easier, the mount may be connected to a PC and controlled by any planetarium software.

Focusing the view is achieved by adjusting the primary mirror with a precise focus knob.

Levenhuk SkyMatic series includes reflectors and Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes with GoTo. The computerized drive systems on both axes of the mount and intuitive controls of SynScan AZ significantly reduce the time it takes to find the hidden jewels of the celestial sphere, allowing you to observe the most interesting objects without having to spend precious time on checking astronomical charts. Levenhuk SkyMatic telescopes with GoTo mounts are smart telescopes that find stars themselves. SkyMatic GoTo mounts are compatible with an external 12V battery pack.

The kit includes:

• Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK Telescope
• Eyepieces: 10mm and 25mm
• Diagonal prism
• 2x Barlow lens with a camera adapter
• Lunar filter
• Optical finder scope
• GoTo mount with the SynScan AZ system
• Tripod with an accessory tray
• Hand controller
• Battery compartment
• Set of connecting cables
• Tools for assembly
• Compass
• User manual and lifetime warranty

You can find a review on Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK here.

Please note that the Levenhuk SkyMatic user manual is also available in Spanish.

Read a useful article "How to choose a telescope" here.

Find some interesting information on what you can see with a telescope here.

Here you can find a list of celestial objects you can see with this telescope.

Find out the names of the most interesting celestial objects to observe here and here.

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Scott (2019-06-08 01:10):
I am looking for a telescope for both sky and terrestrial viewing. For terrestrial viewing how do you/can you get the image to be right-side up/not flipped? Levenhuk Customer Service:
Dear Scott, thank you for interest in Levenhuk products. Refractor and MAK telescopes will produce an image that is upside down when used without a diagonal. When a diagonal (comes in the kit with all models) is used the image will be corrected right side up, but backwards from left to right. It will look like trying to read a sign in a mirror. There are special diagonals called Erect Image Prism diagonals that can correct the backwards image for land use. Are you interested in the telescope with Go To function? The Go TO function will work for celestial objects. The Levenhuk Skymatic 127 GT MAK telescope is very powerful model so you be able to observe objects at great detail.

Lindsey (2017-09-10 11:21):
Hello. Can I observe ground objects using this telescope? If not, how can I find a multipurpose one? Levenhuk Customer Service:
You can use Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK telescope for observing ground objects.

MIKE (2016-09-24 02:41):
ADMIN, IVE HEARD THAT IF YOU BUY a 99% diagonal like the 1.25" Orion Dielectric Mirror Star Diagonal it will boost this telescope aperture so you can see enhanced image and contrasty of items viewed......Want to know if its real.. Thanks Levenhuk Customer Service:
Dear Mike, thank you for interest in Levenhuk products. The dielectric coating of the mirrors boasts a 99% reflectivity that yields sharp and bright views of observed objects. Please let us know if you need any further assistance.

Maude Kent (2016-07-24 04:00):
Hello! Could you please answer a few questions: 1. How can I connect MacBook Air? 2. Does it work with Bresser SA 5x Barlow lens? 3. Bought rechargeable AA batteries (1.2V). They last about 2 hours... What might the problem be? 4. Can I turn the telescope on and off using the hand controller? without unplugging it and loosing all settings (each time I need to re-enter longitude, width, time, and make polar alignment). 5. What kind of eyepieces are best for deep sky? Levenhuk Customer Service:
Hello! 1. Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK is not compatible with MacBook Air. 2. We don't recommend using Bresser Barlow lens SA-5x. It will cause significant deterioration in the image quality. To get more powerful magnification, it's better to use a short focal length eyepiece. 3. There is not enough voltage, you need 12V. You can also buy an AC adapter. 4. You must save the settings before unplugging the instrument. Please refer to the user manual where this procedure is thoroughly described. 5. For deep-sky observations wide angle eyepieces are the best. Please also check this article - https://www.levenhuk.com/reviews/a-short-guide-to-choosing-eyepieces/

Helen Weaver (2016-05-08 10:45):
Hello! Does the kit include a case or bag? Is it possible to control the telescope manually?And what about optical coatings? Levenhuk Customer Service:
1. No, the case is not included with Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK Telescope. Take a look at Levenhuk Zongo 80 Telescope Case; Large, Blue - https://www.levenhuk.com/catalogue/accessories/levenhuk-zongo-80-telescope-case/. 2. You can control the telescope with the hand controller (arrow buttons). 3. The optics are fully multi-coated.

Jose Herrera (2015-12-12 04:01):
Can I use Meade USB/RS-232 adapter with this telescope (win 10)? What drivers will I need? Levenhuk Customer Service:
The telescope's system requirements: Windows 95/98/2000/XP/Vista/7/8/10. USB adapter is connected through the serial port (RS-232). Necessary drivers can be found on the product description page in the 'References and Downloads' section.

Jose Herrera (2015-12-12 09:13):
where can I find instructions on how to connect this telescope to PC? Levenhuk Customer Service:
The detailed user guide can be found on the product description page in the 'References and Downloads' section.

Carlos (2015-10-17 04:46):
for experts?? with an autoguiding system? )) you sure? Levenhuk Customer Service:
The Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK telescope is suitable for both professional and beginning users.

Harry Cross (2015-09-03 12:14):
Hello! What is the lowest ambient temperature for this telescope? The telescope is so good so far. The whole family enjoys using it! But is it ok if we use it in winter time outside the house? Or at least can we observe from the balcony? Levenhuk Customer Service:
The lowest operating temperature of the Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK telescope is -4 °F (- 20 °C).

Carl Barker (2015-08-24 08:51):
Hello! What software will I need to control the telescope from my laptop? Levenhuk Customer Service:
The required software can be found in the 'References and Downloads' section on the product page.

Chloe (2015-03-27 02:38):
Recently we bought Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK telescope with an autoguider. We would like to do astrophotography (including long exposure shots). The description says that for this purpose we have to install the scope on an equatorial wedge. So here comes our question... Where to find suitable equatorial wedge for this telescope? Thank you in advance! Levenhuk Customer Service:
Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK Telescope comes with the azimuth GoTo mount. In order to install this telescope model on an equatorial wedge you will need an equatorial mount.

John Leasure (2014-06-02 01:39):
What is the best eyepiece for observing star clusters and galaxies or deep sky objects? Levenhuk Customer Service:
Dear John, thank you for interest in Levenhuk products! With the help of this telescope you will be able to observe: * Binary stars from 1"" and more, faint stars up to 13 stellar magnitude; * Details of the Lunar mountains and craters with the size of 2-2.5 miles; * With a blue filter you can try to distinguish the spots in the clouds on Venus; * Numerous details on Mars during the oppositions; * Details in the belts of Jupiter; * Cloud bands of Saturn; * A lot of faint asteroids and comets; * Hundreds of star clusters, nebulae and galaxies; * Traces of spiral structure of the brightest galaxies ( M33 , M51). In order to get the highest practical power, I'd recommend to consider buying a 6-6.5 mm eyepiece, for example Levenhuk Plossl 6.3 mm Eyepiece (http://www.levenhuk.com/products/ocular-levenhuk-p63/). Is there any additional information you might need? Looking forward to your reply.

Drake Wescott (2014-05-08 08:20):
Hello! Which telescope will be the best choice for making astro photos of Solar System planets and their satellites, especially the Moon? I'd really like to get quality, bright and vivid pictures of the Moon. And one more question. If I do astrophotography with a telescope with automatic navigation then the object, for example the Moon, won't be moving across the field of view and will always be at the center, right? Levenhuk Customer Service:
We recommend Levenhuk Skyline PRO 150 MAK as one of our best models for making astro photos of Solar System objects - http://www.levenhuk.com/catalogue/telescopes/levenhuk-skyline-pro-150-mak/. Object displacement is possible, to obtain high-quality sharp pictures a long exposure is required.

Ted Stuart (2014-05-03 09:53):
I bought this telescope here, assembled it according to the instructions... And I faced one problem: when managing the mount manually using the remote control the telescope's motion is only available in three directions: up-and-down (change of angular position relative to the horizon) and counterclockwise rotation. Clockwise rotation is not performed. What should be done in this situation? Levenhuk Customer Service:
To promptly solve this situation we recommend you to contact our Customer Service Department by using this form - http://www.levenhuk.com/feedback/ or by calling this number - 800-342-1706

Rebecca Molina (2014-01-05 05:01):
Tell me please why while entering current time I press Enter, and this setting continues to blink. Levenhuk Customer Service:
You should check whether all the steps of Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK telescope adjustment were completed correctly. Detailed user manual can be found in the "References and Downloads" section.

Adkins (2013-12-04 04:19):
Admin,With extra 2.5mm - 7mm eyepice with barlow will i get excellent view. Which barlow lens is good for this scope 3x or 5x or better. Magnification is also limited to 250 will eyepiece increase it above 250 to say 350.Since this scope is not all that popular cant get good information on it. Levenhuk Customer Service:
Dear Adkins, thank you for interest in Levenhuk products! To get this telescope to its highest practical power you need a 6-6.5 mm eyepiece, for example Levenhuk Pl�ssl 6.3 mm Eyepiece (http://www.levenhuk.com/products/ocular-levenhuk-p63/). It is better to buy an eyepiece not Barlow lens as the image will be more detailed. Is there any additional information you might need? Looking forward to your reply.

MICHAEL (2013-11-29 10:44):
Does this telescope views detailed image of saturn rings and jupiter's belt.Also can it really view deep sky objects and the nebulaes and deep galaxies.And with 5x barlow lens will i get more deeper sky views. Thank you. Levenhuk Customer Service:
Dear Michael, thank you for interest in Levenhuk products! You can observe: * Binary stars from 1"" and more, faint stars up to 13 stellar magnitude; * Details of the Lunar mountains and craters with the size of 2-2.5 miles; * With a blue filter you can try to distinguish the spots in the clouds on Venus; * Numerous details on Mars during the oppositions; * Details in the belts of Jupiter; * Cloud bands of Saturn; * A lot of faint asteroids and comets; * Hundreds of star clusters, nebulae and galaxies; * Traces of spiral structure of the brightest galaxies ( M33 , M51); �*A large number of NGC catalogue objects." In order to get the highest practical power, I'd recommend to consider buying a 6 mm eyepiece, for example http://www.levenhuk.com/products/eyepiece-levenhuk-ra-ler-6/ Is there any additional information you might need? Looking forward to your reply.

Deanna Steppard (2013-10-19 09:43):
How is correction due to the Earth rotation of the telescope automatic guidance system done? Levenhuk Customer Service:
So the telescope would correctly navigate to celestial objects, first of all you need to align it to two or three well-known stars. Since the Earth rotates continuously around its axis, it seems that celestial objects in the sky move in an arc. Provided with the correct data, the telescope can reproduce the model of the sky and the movement of the celestial objects. Alignment to the star can be done at any time during the observation by selecting Alignment option in the Setup Mode submenu of the main menu. You can find detailed information on this subject in the User Manual: http://www.levenhuk.com/products/materials/0/levenhuk-skymatic-web.pdf

Jennifer Shaw (2013-10-15 11:21):
Which filters are suitable for this telescope? How do I take care of it? Levenhuk Customer Service:
These filters suit the telescope: http://www.levenhuk.com/catalogue/accessories-filters-all-items/. Telescopes with such optical design are easy to take care of (the tube is closed, which prevents the pollution of inner optical components and reduces air flow formations inside the telescope).

Jean Bailey (2013-10-15 10:10):
teell me please at what temperatures can I use the telescope? Is it suitable for winter observations? Do servomotors need any technical maintenance? Levenhuk Customer Service:
Operation temperature range is from -22 °F to +95 °F. It suits winter observations wonderfully. No special maintenance is required.

Merrill Caviston (2013-08-26 10:50):
Hi! tell me please how to connect Levenhuk skymatic 127 GT Mak (RS-232 cable and COM - USB DB9 adaptor) to the laptop (Windows 7, 64-bit, planetary software: Celestia, StarCals 5.73). Do I need any drivers? and which planetary software should I use? thank you Levenhuk Customer Service:
You can find software required for connection to PC on the References and Downloads tab of the product page.

Robert Reese (2013-08-20 05:48):
Isn't there some special filters meant to be used for observing in the city? I heard they cut all the unwanted light or something. Levenhuk Customer Service:
Yes, we have special filters for observations under urban conditions in our store. We recommend you consider this filter: http://www.levenhuk.com/products/filter-levenhuk-ra-uhc-1-25/

Robert Reese (2013-08-19 10:48):
The thing is we live in the cottage and we have a yard. Is visibility ok under such conditions? No need to go to the countryside? Levenhuk Customer Service:
The quality of the resulting image will depend on the urban illumination.

Robert Reese (2013-08-18 11:35):
Can I use the auto guidence function without connecting to the PC? And is it ok to observe in the yard? Levenhuk Customer Service:
1. You don’t need a PC to use this function. The computerized drive systems are located on both axes of the mount and allow you to find the desired object on the celestial sphere. 2. Please clarify your question.

Emi Wenger (2013-08-15 03:23):
Hi! Which telescope do you recommend Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK or Levenhuk Skyline PRO 1000 EQ? Is it possible to equip them additionally with a diagonal prism for terrestrial observations? Levenhuk Customer Service:
Optics and build quality of both models are up to the mark. Levenhuk Skyline PRO 1000 EQ has manual control while Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK is equipped with an automatic guidance system. Yes, when using diagonal prism provided images will be erect and not mirrored.

Martin Vetter (2013-05-29 02:38):
And what about contrast? I'm gonna observe galaxies, nebulae and solar system planets. Is this telescope ok for this purposes? Levenhuk Customer Service:
Yes, it is. You can observe: * Binary stars from 1" and more, faint stars up to 13 stellar magnitude; * Details of the Lunar mountains and craters with the size of 2-2.5 miles; * With a blue filter you can try to distinguish the spots in the clouds on Venus; * Numerous details on Mars during the oppositions; * Details in the belts of Jupiter; * Cloud bands of Saturn; * A lot of faint asteroids and comets; * Hundreds of star clusters, nebulae and galaxies; * Traces of spiral structure of the brightest galaxies ( M33 , M51); * A large number of NGC catalogue objects.

Katie Tuck (2013-05-28 07:17):
what should I buy to get the magnification of 250x? Levenhuk Customer Service:
To get 250x magnification you will be needing a 6 mm eyepiece, for example http://www.levenhuk.com/products/eyepiece-levenhuk-plossl-6mm/

Merrill Caviston (2013-04-08 07:39):
how do I buddy up Nikon D 5100 and Levenhuk Skymatic 127 GT MAK? Levenhuk Customer Service:
You need a T-ring, that is, unfortunately, unavailable in our store at the moment.

Sheila SANTOS (2013-03-23 12:21):
Hi! Can u pls tell me which telescope should I choose (up to $700-$900)? I need not heavy one( comfortable for transportations) with a good magnification with the possibility to observe planets and deep sky objects. Levenhuk Customer Service:
The Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK model is a great choice for you. Also, it is a good choice by quality-price ratio.

Adam Mitchell (2013-03-14 03:12):
Please help with a manual for alignment Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK. I can't find it by myself… Levenhuk Customer Service:
Adjustment is made at the factory during production; additional adjustment is not available.

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