Connects Nikon D90 and D5000 cameras to Sky-Watcher mounts Enables automated, long-exposure astrophotography Controlled via the SynScan hand controller's camera port Essential for capturing deep-sky objects without manual shutter activation Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Warranty Sky-Watcher Shutter Release Cable for Nikon D90/D5000 This shutter release cable is the essential link between your Sky-Watcher computerized mount and your Nikon D90 or D5000 DSLR camera. It enables the mount's SynScan hand controller to automatically trigger your camera's shutter, allowing you to capture a sequence of long exposures without touching the camera, which is critical for serious astrophotography. Automated DSLR Control for Sky-Watcher Mounts To image faint deep-sky objects, you need to take multiple long exposures, often lasting several minutes each. This cable allows your Sky-Watcher mount to manage that entire process. Simply plug one end into the mount's designated DSLR port and the other into your camera's remote terminal to automate your imaging session and eliminate vibration from manual shutter presses. Designed for Nikon D90 and D5000 Models This cable features the specific connector required for Nikon D90 and Nikon D5000 DSLR cameras. Camera manufacturers use different remote port designs, so using the correct cable is necessary for a reliable connection. This ensures your mount and camera communicate correctly for timed, vibration-free exposures. What does the Sky-Watcher shutter release cable let me do with my Nikon D90? This cable allows your Sky-Watcher mount's SynScan hand controller to automatically control your Nikon D90 or D5000's shutter. You can program a series of exposures (e.g., 20 shots of 180 seconds each) directly from the hand controller, which will then trigger the camera for each shot without you needing to touch it. Is this cable required to do astrophotography with my Nikon D5000 and an EQ6-R Pro? While you can manually trigger your camera with a separate intervalometer, this cable is required if you want the mount itself to control the camera. This integration is simpler and allows the entire imaging sequence to be managed from the SynScan hand controller, which is the intended method for Sky-Watcher's camera control function. Will this Nikon cable work for imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)? Yes, absolutely. To capture the faint details of a galaxy like Andromeda (M31), you need to take many long exposures. This cable is the key to automating that process with your Nikon D90 or D5000, allowing your mount to capture the necessary images while you wait. Can I use this cable with a Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer and my Nikon D90? Yes. The Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i and Star Adventurer GTi have a shutter release port specifically for this purpose. This cable allows the Star Adventurer to trigger your Nikon D90 for automated wide-field imaging sessions. Is this the correct shutter cable for a Nikon D7500 or Z-series camera? No. This cable is specifically for models using the Nikon DC2-type remote port, such as the D90 and D5000. Other Nikon cameras like the D7500 or Z-series use different connectors and require a different Sky-Watcher shutter release cable. How does the shutter release cable connect to the Sky-Watcher mount? The cable has two ends. The camera-specific plug connects to the remote port on your Nikon D90/D5000. The other end, typically a 2.5mm jack, plugs into the port labeled "SNAP" or "Camera" on your Sky-Watcher mount or SynScan hand controller. Compatible Cameras Nikon D90, Nikon D5000 Mount-Side Connector 2.5mm jack (connects to Sky-Watcher SNAP port) Camera-Side Connector Nikon DC2-type connector Sky-Watcher Shutter Release Cable for Nikon D90/D5000 × 1 Sky-Watcher 2-Year Limited Warranty
