Spectrum Optics SP 127 Smart Telescope (SkyPilot 127 / MirroSky Intelligent Astro System)

The Spectrum Optics SP 127 is the rare “one box does it all” setup that actually earns the claim. You get a 127mm f/15 Maksutov-Cassegrain for crisp visual observing and lunar/planetary detail, plus a 53mm ED smart guider/imager powered by the MirroSky intelligent astro system. No star alignment homework, no hand controller required—just open the app, pick a target, and let plate solving handle the pointing and stacking. It’s built for beginners who want results fast, and for experienced observers who want a grab-and-go system that still feels legit.

• Complete smart telescope system: OTA, mount, tripod, smart camera, ED guider/imager, and accessories included
• Best of both worlds
  • 127mm Mak (1900mm FL) for high-contrast visual observing, Moon, and planets
  • 53mm ED refractor (200mm FL) works as a finder/guide scope and your wide-field imaging optic
• MirroSky intelligent astro system (plate solving)
  • No manual star alignment or reference-star routine
  • Automatically knows where it’s pointing and guides you right onto targets
  • Automatically selects alignment stars for stacking without user intervention
• Smart imaging workflow
  • Automatically captures short exposures, aligns, and stacks to produce a detailed deep-sky image
  • 100,000+ object database so you’re never short on targets
  • Uses your phone/tablet GPS for location/date/time—no extra setup
• Removable intelligent color camera with Sony IMX662 sensor
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz)
  • 64GB onboard storage
  • 12-bit ADC, no amp glow
  • Ports for USB-C power, USB 2.0, and ST4
• Stable Alt-AZ mount with real gearing
  • Worm gear drive on both axes, stepper motor
  • ~9 lb (4kg) payload capacity and Vixen-style dovetail receiver
  • Max slew speed 3°/sec, plus 9 tracking speeds
• Full-size tripod with 1.5" steel legs for steadier viewing and imaging
• Includes the “actually useful” accessories: diagonal, Plössl eyepiece, Bahtinov mask, cables, and power

Specifications

• Primary OTA: 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain
  • Focal length: 1900mm
  • F/ratio: f/15
  • Coatings: Fully multi-coated
  • Dovetail: Vixen-style
  • Length: 14.6" (370mm)
  • Weight: 6.5 lb (2.95kg)
• Eyepiece: 25mm Plössl (1.25")
  • Magnification: 76x
• Diagonal: 90° (1.25")
• Limiting magnitude: 13.2
• Resolution (limiting): 0.91 arc-seconds
• Assembled weight: 26 lb (11.8kg)
• Mount payload capacity: Approx. 9 lb (4kg)

Guide/Imaging Scope

• 53mm ED refractor with helical focuser
  • Focal length: 200mm
  • F/ratio: f/4
  • Coatings: Fully multi-coated
  • Dovetail: Universal viewfinder-style
  • Field of view w/ intelligent camera: ~1.6° × 0.9°

Intelligent Camera (MS Intelligent Camera)

• Sensor: Sony IMX662 CMOS color
• Pixel size: 2.9µm
• Resolution: 1920 × 1080
• Storage: 64GB onboard
• ADC: 12-bit
• Amp glow: None
• Ports: USB-C (power), USB 2.0, ST4
• Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz & 5GHz

Mount

• Configuration: Alt/Azimuth
• Motor: Stepper motor
• Gears: Worm gear drive (Altitude + Azimuth)
• Max slew speed: 3°/sec
• Tracking modes: 9 speeds
• Compass: Built-in geomagnetic compass
• GPS: Via MirroSky app (phone/tablet)
• Power input: 12V 2A DC or 8×AA batteries

Tripod

• Adjustable full-size tripod with 1.5" diameter steel legs
• Accessory tray/holder with spots for 1.25" accessories

What’s in the box?

• SP127 Mount (Alt-AZ)
• 127mm f/15 Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA (1900mm FL)
• MS Intelligent Camera (Sony IMX662)
• 53mm ED Refractor with bracket (200mm f/4)
• 90° 1.25" diagonal
• 1.25" 25mm Plössl eyepiece
• Bahtinov focusing mask
• AC adapter
• Full-size tripod with 1.5" steel legs + accessory holder
• Two USB-C cables
• USB-C to 5.5mm adapter

Software and Docs

• MirroSky App (iOS + Android)
  • Plate solving / no-star-alignment operation
  • 100,000+ object database
  • Uses device GPS for location, date, and time
  • Controls capture, stacking, and target selection