Things You Should Know Before Buying the ZWO AM5!
In this video, I unbox the ZWO AM5 mount, along with the ZWO carbon fiber tripod and pier extension — breaking down what’s included, what’s not, and key details you need to know before you buy.
I cover:
The quality and feel of the mount
What accessories come in the case
Important omissions like power cables and mounting plates
Compatibility notes with tripods and counterweights
Polar alignment adjustments and practical setup tips
Power management and hand controller features
If you’re considering the AM5 for your astrophotography setup, this video will give you a solid, honest overview to help you decide.
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Agena Astro
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Highpoint Scientific
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• ZWO AM5 Mount with TC40 Tripod https://bit.ly/45wnX7R
• William Optics Fluorostar 91 https://bit.ly/3Pmhhn3
• ZWO 2600MM-Pro https://bit.ly/3taSSZ9
• ZWO 7x 36mm EFW https://bit.ly/3Pkfhf2
• Antlia Filters https://bit.ly/3HAFQYw
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• ZWO 30 f/4 Mini Guide Scope https://bit.ly/42dO9TE
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🌟 What's Inside the Box?
Let's dive into the heart of this unboxing experience. From the game-changing AM5 mount to the meticulously designed carbon fibre tripod and the versatile pier extension, I'll walk you through each element, showcasing their functionalities and how might elevate your astrophotography game.
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0:00 Intro
0:20 The ZWO AM5 mount
1:40 What the AM5 mount DOESN’T come with
4:00 Polar alignment adjustments
5:36 AM5 connections
6:18 ZWO AM5 power management
7:15 AM5 hand controller
8:14 The AM5 mount headplate
9:56 The side mount bracket
10:55 Counterweight mounting point
11:58 Tell me that you like me
12:21 ZWO TC40 Tripod Carbon Fibre
15:52 How loud is the AM5 mount?
17:59 ZWO Tripod height
18:59 ZWO Pier Extension
21:10 Why do you need the pier extension?
23:47 Overall stability of the AM5
25:58 Outro