{"title":"GoTo Telescopes","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"nexstar-102-slt-102mm-achromatic-go-to-altazimuth-refractor","title":"Celestron NexStar 102 SLT 102mm Achromatic Go-To Altazimuth Refractor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis product has been discontinued and is no longer available for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 102 SLT (Star Locating Telescope) is a big aperture fast focal ratio refractor that shows you bright wide-angle deep space views for a surprisingly small price. If you want a scope that will automatically find the faint fuzzies outside the solar system, this Celestron go-to may be just what you are looking for . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to see the faint fuzzies that populate the skies - the deep space nebulas, galaxies, and open star clusters - but don't know Altair from Zubenelgenubi and wouldn't know which way up to hold a star chart anyway, look no further than this Celestron 102 SLT 4\" go-to refractor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts new SkyAlign easy alignment technology and Star Pointer red dot LED finder make lining up on the sky a breeze. Once aligned, the scope's computer hand control will find more than 4,000 celestial objects for you and will track them unerringly while you observe at your leisure. With its pre-assembled adjustable height steel tripod and easy no-tool assembly, the NexStar 102 SLT can be up and ready to take you on a tour of the Universe in a matter of minutes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 102mm NexStar 102 SLT is almost 60% brighter than an 80mm scope, with 25% higher resolution, for images that are bright and crisp. The huge 1.73° field of its standard eyepiece is superb for scanning wide deep space vistas. It will hold the full Pleiades open star cluster within its field. Put in an optional 40mm eyepiece and you get a 2.5° field wide enough to nearly encompass the great galaxy M31 in Andromeda in its entirety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the excellent resolution of its 4\" optics, views of the Moon and planets within the solar system (as well as close-ups of birds in your back yard) are sharp and detailed. \u003cbr\u003eWhether an entry-level scope for the beginning astronomer, or a second scope for the more-than-casual backyard astronomer, the NexStar 102 SLT has the features and optical performance that will keep any skywatcher happily observing for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAchromatic refractor optical system:\u003c\/strong\u003e 102mm aperture (660mm focal length f\/6.5) aluminum tube. Multicoated optics for high light transmission and good contrast. A no-tool quick release dovetail connects the tube to the mount for fast set-up and take-down. A good-sized lens shade is provided to shield the lens from ambient light for improved contrast and retard the formation of dew for the maximum uninterrupted observing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star Pointer non-magnifying variable brightness red dot finder on a quick-release dovetail mounting bracket. The Star Pointer is a quick and easy way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. There's no need to worry about the inverted images you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen in the Star Pointer with the desired star in the sky and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" rack and pinion with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 90° prism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo eyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first is a 1.25\" 25mm fully coated Kellner (26x). The eyepiece field of view is 1.73° across, almost three and a half times wider than the diameter of the full Moon for expansive views of nebulas, galaxies, open star clusters and terrestrial observing. The second is a 1.25\" 9mm fully coated Kellner (73x) with a 0.61° field for more close-up views of the Moon, planets, and globular star clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single fork arm altazimuth design with pre-installed dual DC servo motor drives. A compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the telescope. Selectable lunar, solar, or sidereal (star) tracking rates, with nine different slewing and centering speeds for locating objects (4°\/sec, 2°\/sec, 1°\/sec, 0.5°\/sec, and 32x\/16x\/8x\/4x\/2x the sidereal rates). For more details, click on the \"SLT mount\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied computer hand control has an illuminated numeric keypad and a two-line 16-character LCD display. It has a database of 4,033 stars and objects, including the complete Messier and Caldwell catalogs of famous deep space objects; a selection of the brightest and best deep space objects from the Revised New General Catalog (NGC); selected SAO stars, including the best variable stars and multiple star systems; the planets; the Moon; and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few keystrokes on the NexStar hand control automatically slews the 102 SLT to any of those 4,033 objects, including over 600 galaxies, 300 star clusters, and dozens of beautiful binary stars. The computer's software can be flash upgraded via the internet so you will always have the most up-to-date software version available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkyAlign Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e With new patent-pending Celestron SkyAlign technology, you don't have to know Altair from Zubenelgenubi or know how to read a star chart to line up your telescope on the sky. Simply input the date, time, and your location into the computer hand control. The computer will normally default to your last observing site automatically, but can remember up to ten different favorite observing locations for you to choose from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you've entered the date, time, and location, use the Star Pointer red dot finder to align the telescope on any three bright stars, or to two stars and a bright planet or the Moon. The NexStar computer system will automatically determine which objects were chosen and then generate an internal map of the sky that lets it move automatically to any star or object you select for the rest of the night.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the scope has aligned itself with the sky, it takes only a few keystrokes on the computer hand control to have the scope move automatically to your night's first observing target and start tracking it so you can observe at your leisure. You can find hundreds of fascinating deep space objects your first night out, even if you have never used a telescope before. No matter what level of experience you start from, your NexStar SLT scope will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. 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If you want a go-to scope that will automatically take you to thousands of interesting sights both inside the solar system and out, this Celestron may be just the one you are looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the many wonders of deep space fascinate you - nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters - but you don't know how to find those fascinating sights, why not let this Celestron telescope do the finding for you? The new SkyAlign easy alignment technology and Star Pointer red dot LED finder of the Celesctron NexStar 130 SLT 5.1\" go-to reflector make lining up on the sky a breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce aligned, the scope's computer hand control will find more than 4,000 celestial objects for you and will track them unerringly while you observe at your leisure. With its pre-assembled adjustable height steel tripod and easy no-tool assembly, the NexStar 130 SLT can be up and ready to take you on a tour of the Universe in a matter of minutes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 130mm aperture of the NexStar 130 SLT gathers well over two and a half times as much light as even an advanced 80mm refractor, for not much more money, giving you deep space images that are bright and well defined. But the solar system is not slighted in this Celestron telescope. With the appropriate high power eyepiece and a resolution 62% higher than an 80mm scope, it will give you lunar\/planetary images that are crisp and detailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe big 1.73° field of its standard eyepiece is superb for scanning wide deep space vistas. It will more than hold the full Pleiades open star cluster within its field. Put in an optional 32mm eyepiece and you get a huge 2.5° field wide enough to nearly encompass the great galaxy M31 in Andromeda in its entirety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether an advanced entry-level scope for the beginning astronomer, or a second scope for the more-than-casual backyard astronomer, the NexStar 130 SLT has the features and optical performance that will keep any sky watcher happily observing for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonian reflector optical system:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130mm (5.1\") aperture 650mm focal length f\/5 reflector with all-glass mirrors. Each mirror is coated with highly reflective aluminum and overcoated with quartz for long life. No plastic mirrors. The optical tube is made of aluminum, for fast cooldown in the field. The tube's lower end is sealed to reduce image-degrading thermal currents in the optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube is connected to the mount by a no-tool quick-release dovetail system for fast set-up and take-down. You can collimate (align) the mirrors for the sharpest images, although this will rarely have to be done, thanks to the push-pull collimation system that locks in the optical alignment for minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe f\/5 focal ratio can provide both low power wide-angle views and high power close-ups. The reflector design of the scope is free of the purple haze of spurious color visible around the Moon and planets in lesser refractor scopes. Images are sharp and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star Pointer non-magnifying variable brightness red dot finder on a quick-release dovetail mounting bracket. The Star Pointer is a quick and easy way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. There's no need to worry about the inverted images you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen in the Star Pointer with the desired star in the sky and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" rack and pinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo eyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first is a 1.25\" 25mm fully coated Kellner (26x). The eyepiece field of view is 1.73° across, more than three times as wide as the full Moon for expansive views of nebulas, galaxies, and open star clusters. The second is a 1.25\" 9mm fully coated Kellner (72x) with a 0.63° field for more close-up views of the Moon, planets, and globular star clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single fork arm altazimuth design with pre-installed dual DC servo motor drives. A compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the telescope. Selectable lunar, solar, or sidereal (star) tracking rates, with nine different slewing and centering speeds for locating objects (4°\/sec, 2°\/sec, 1°\/sec, 0.5°\/sec, and 32x\/16x\/8x\/4x\/2x the sidereal rates). For more details, click on the \"SLT mount\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied computer hand control has an illuminated numeric keypad and a two-line 16-character LCD display. It has a database of 4,033 stars and objects, including the complete Messier and Caldwell catalogs of famous deep space objects; a selection of the brightest and best deep space objects from the Revised New General Catalog (NGC); selected SAO stars, including the best variable stars and multiple star systems; the planets; the Moon; and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA few keystrokes on the NexStar hand control automatically slews the NexStar 130 SLT to any of those 4,033 objects, including over 600 galaxies, 300 star clusters, and dozens of beautiful binary stars. The computer's software can be flash upgraded via the internet so you will always have the most up-to-date software version available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkyAlign Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e With new patent-pending Celestron SkyAlign technology, you don't have to know Altair from Zubenelgenubi or know how to read a star chart to line up your telescope on the sky. Simply input the date, time, and your location into the computer hand control. The computer will normally default to your last observing site automatically, but can remember up to ten different favorite observing locations for you to choose from.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you've entered the date, time, and location, use the Star Pointer red dot finder to align the telescope on any three bright stars, or to two stars and a bright planet or the Moon. The NexStar computer system will automatically determine which objects were chosen and then generate an internal map of the sky that lets it move automatically to any star or object you select for the rest of the night.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the scope has aligned itself with the sky, it takes only a few keystrokes on the computer hand control to have the scope move automatically to your night's first observing target and start tracking it so you can observe at your leisure. You can find hundreds of fascinating deep space objects your first night out, even if you have never used a telescope before. No matter what level of experience you start from, your NexStar SLT scope will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For more details, click on the \"SLT computer\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The preassembled tripod has stainless steel legs to damp vibrations quickly. 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The innovative engineers at Celestron, who developed the first computerized go-to telescope for amateur astronomers in 1986 (six years before the competition), once again led the industry by bringing out the first GPS-based telescope, the NexStar 11 GPS, in June of 2001. The CPC 8 XLT is the newest innovation from Celestron, once again leading the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPC 8 XLT is the most advanced, quickest to set up, and easiest to use telescope that Celestron has ever designed. It is perhaps the ultimate portable personal telescope, ideal not only for lunar, planetary, and deep sky visual observing, but for DSLR astrophotography and CCD imaging as well. 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Just point at three bright stars - \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e three! - and this talented go-to XLT-multicoated Schmidt-Cassegrain will do the finding for you . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can see three bright stars, or two bright stars and a planet (you don't even have to know which stars and planet you're looking at), the Celestron CPC 9¼ XLT with state-of-the-art XLT multicoatings will line itself up on the sky and show you over 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects - all automatically! The CPC 9¼ XLT is an easily-portable fully computerized go-to Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with a built-in 16-channel GPS (satellite-based Global Positioning System) receiver. The GPS system and Celestron's revolutionary new SkyAlign technology take the guesswork and effort out of aligning the scope on the sky to find deep space and solar system objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany observers consider Celestron's 9.25\" optics to be the best currently available in a Schmidt-Cassegrain design. Contrast is above average for its optical type, and its resolution is 15% better than an 8\" scope, for more detailed lunar, planetary, and globular cluster images. With a light grasp about 1127 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye (a third greater than an 8\" scope), the CPC 9¼ XLT can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail. The CPC 9¼ XLT is a significant step up from an 8\" scope in performance, without any significant penalty in cost, size, or weight. Its light weight, easy assembly, and intuitive computer control make using it a pleasure - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 9.25\" aperture gathers 33% more light than an 8\" scope, providing brighter images of faint deep space objects. The CPC 9¼ XLT has an optimized baffle system that improves astrophotography by minimizing vignetting at the corners of a 35mm negative. Its longer primary focal length and lower magnification secondary mirror produce a flatter field of view at the focal plane. This helps to reduce optical aberrations during photography and when using wide field long focal length 2\" eyepieces. 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The 5.625\" diameter 180-tooth hard-anodized altitude and azimuth drive gears are driven by brass worms to provide smooth slewing and tracking, with 9 user-selectable speeds from 3° per second slewing down to a precise 0.5x sidereal rate for photographic drive correction. The drives work in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. If long exposure deep space photography is planned, the scope can be converted to equatorial operation by adding an optional wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope includes three preprogrammed drive speeds - sidereal, solar, and lunar. It operates in an altazimuth mode, as well as northern hemisphere equatorial and southern hemisphere equatorial (using an optional equatorial wedge).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is powered by external 12 Volt 1.5 Amp DC power (a car battery or optional rechargeable 12V battery #4512V or #4517V). 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The GPS system and Celestron's revolutionary new SkyAlign technology take the guesswork and effort out of aligning the scope on the sky to find faint and hidden deep space and solar system objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPC 11 XLT is surprisingly portable for an 11\" scope. Taking it to the dark sky observing site it needs to get the most out of its large aperture optics is easy, even for a single individual. With high transmission XLT multicoatings and a light grasp almost 1600 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, the CPC 11 XLT can reveal to you faint star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPC 11 XLT is perhaps the ultimate large aperture fork mounted portable personal telescope, ideal not only for lunar, planetary, and deep sky visual observing, but for DSLR astrophotography and CCD imaging as well. With Celestron's decades of telescope innovation to look back on, including the first computer-controlled go-to Compustar scopes back in 1986, that's saying a lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\" aperture (2800mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. Aluminum tube construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This state-of-the-art coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirror coatings, plus a unique combination of high transmission antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. Starbright XLT multicoatings give you higher light transmission for brighter visual deep space images and shorter exposure times during photography. 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The eyepiece field of view is 0.6° wide, 20% larger than the diameter of the full moon, for bright and wide-angle deep space views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFork mount\/drive system: The heavy-duty die-cast aluminum dual fork arms are rigid and damp vibrations quickly. Carrying handles are built into the fork arms. There's a convenient detachable mounting bracket for the NexStar computer hand control that lets you use the hand control and view information on the two-line display hands-free while using the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes slewing\/tracking motors in both altitude and azimuth. A large 9.8\" azimuth bearing provides ultra-stable and smooth polar axis motion. The 5.625\" diameter 180-tooth hard-anodized altitude and azimuth drive gears are driven by brass worms to provide smooth slewing and tracking, with 9 user-selectable speeds from 3° per second slewing down to a precise 0.5x sidereal rate for photographic drive correction. The drives work in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. If long exposure deep space photography is planned, the scope can be converted to equatorial operation by adding an optional wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope includes three preprogrammed drive speeds - sidereal, solar, and lunar. It operates in an altazimuth mode, as well as northern hemisphere equatorial and southern hemisphere equatorial (using an optional equatorial wedge).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is powered by external 12 Volt 1.5 Amp DC power (a car battery or optional rechargeable 12V battery #4512V or #4517V). The scope cannot be powered by short-lived flashlight batteries. The standard equipment car battery cord and optional AC adapter plug into the drive base. Power and command signals to the declination motor are routed through cordless internal slip ring signal paths. There's no separate external declination cable to connect the drive base to the dec motor as with other scopes, so you don't have to worry about losing a cable or breaking it by tangling the cable around the scope inadvertently while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStarComputer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The scope's NexStar computer can show you the planets and thousands of deep space objects the very first night you use your scope - even if you've never used a telescope before! 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Simply point the scope at any three bright stars, or at two bright stars and a planet or the Moon (you don't even have to know which stars and planet you're looking at). The telescope will then know how the sky is laid out that night and will be ready to find and track over 45,000 objects for you at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar 8 SE has all the features and optical performance you need to keep you happily observing for years to come - and a classic color scheme that will draw admiring glances wherever you take your scope. It may well be all the telescope you'll ever need!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" aperture (2032mm focal length f\/10) aluminum tube, 17\" long, weighing 13 lbs. One-knob quick-release attachment to fork arm for fast assembly in the field. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. Celestron orange finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated:\u003c\/strong\u003e This state-of-the-art coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirrors enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. Starbright XLT multicoatings give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during photography. They also visibly increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with standard coatings or multicoatings. For more information on the XLT multicoatings, click on the \"8\" Starbright XLT optics\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star Pointer non-magnifying variable brightness red dot-type. The Star Pointer is the quickest and easiest way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. It's like having a laser pointer that appears to shine directly onto the night sky. No need to worry about the inverted images that you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen through the Star Pointer with the desired star in the sky. It's that easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-loaded ball-bearings support the focuser mechanism, rather than the bushings used on some competitive scopes. This minimizes image shift during focusing so no external rear cell electric focuser is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual and photographic accessories such as a star diagonal, tele-extender, off-axis guider, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" multicoated prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (81x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.61° across, 20% wider than the diameter of the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty single fork arm is made of die-cast aluminum, so it is rigid and damps vibrations quickly. The optical tube is offset slightly so that its center of mass is over the axis of rotation of the mount, keeping the optical tube properly balanced in all planes. Built-in friction clutches in altitude and azimuth keep the optical tube fixed in place when eyepieces or accessory loads are changed. No mechanical locking levers or knobs are required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 11 lb. mount includes slewing\/tracking motors in both altitude and azimuth. There are nine user-selectable slewing\/centering\/guiding speeds - 6°\/second; 3°\/second; 1.5°\/second; and 128, 64, 16, 8, 2, and 1x sidereal. There are also three selectable drive rates - sidereal, solar, and lunar. The drives normally operate in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. A compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron Power Tank Lithium (#PTL12V) is a highly recommended optional 7 amp-hour capacity multi-purpose rechargeable 12V DC battery that can provide several nights worth of observing from a single charge. To conserve battery life, an optional 2.5 Amp AC adapter (#2338N) is available to operate the scope from household current during backyard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar computer hand control has a 45,000+ object database of stars and objects that it can locate and track for you. The database includes the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars (including the best variable stars and multiple star systems); the planets; the Moon; and more. 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Once it knows what the sky looks like, it's ready to find and track over 45,000 objects for you at your command. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope can be operated with its ergonomically designed hand control conveniently docked in its fork arm storage compartment.  You can also remove the control and its coiled connecting cord from the fork arm for hand-held use. There's no need to worry about wrapping the cord around the mount as you walk around the scope to observe different parts of the sky. The hand control plugs into the fork arm rather than the base, so it always moves with the scope.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. If you are new to astronomy, you may wish to start by using the computer's built-in Sky Tour feature. This program commands the NexStar 8 to find the most interesting objects in the sky and automatically slews to them one at a time for you to observe at your leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter what level of experience you start from, however, the NexStar 8 will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For much more information on the NexStar computer and the unique SkyAlign software, click on the \"NexStar computer with SkyAlign\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height altazimuth tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs, with a center leg brace for added rigidity, and damps vibrations quickly. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. A locating pin on the top of the tripod automatically centers the scope on the 9 lb. tripod for easy assembly in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203.2mm (8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2032mm (80\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e81x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.69 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e843x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64mm (2.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.77%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarbright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e432mm (17\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e232mm (9.1\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lbs (5.4 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lbs (5.44 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e965.2mm - 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Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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And it's priced less than competitive 6\" Maks that don't have the clear optical advantage of Celestron's state-of-the-art XLT multicoatings. Across the full photo\/visual spectrum from 400nm to 750nm, independent laboratory tests show the new Starbright XLT coatings are 16% brighter than even Celestron's legendary original Starbright multicoatings - long the industry standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar 6 SE comes with a red dot finder, tripod, 25mm Plössl eyepiece, flashlight battery-operated dual-axis motor drives, and a go-to computerized hand control that will find over 45,000 stars and deep space objects for you automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew SkyAlign technology makes it easy to line up this Celestron telescope on the sky so it can find celestial objects for you. You don't have to level the scope or point it north, or know which stars are which. 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Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. Celestron orange finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated:\u003c\/strong\u003e This state-of-the-art coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirrors enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. Starbright XLT multicoatings give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during photography. They also visibly increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with standard coatings or multicoatings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA review of the 6\" Celestron XLT optics in \u003cem\u003eSky \u0026amp; Telescope\u003c\/em\u003e said of the XLT multicoating, \"its effectiveness is readily apparent under certain lighting angles where the corrector virtually disappears, leaving the secondary seemingly suspended in midair.\" Of the optical quality, the review said \"excellent optics . . . Saturn and its system of faint moons proved to be a good test of the C6's light grasp, resolution, and image contrast. With an 8mm eyepiece, the planet's crisp globe revealed delicate cloud banding rendered in faithful color, while the Cassini Division in the rings was obvious for its entire visible extent. Despite the moonlight and heavy local light pollution, 10th-magnitude Tethys, just 7 arcseconds from Saturn's northern limb, was easily seen with direct vision. Intra- and extra-focal image of stars revealed the C6 to smooth and very well corrected optics. For more information on the XLT multicoatings, click on the \"6\" Starbright XLT multicoatings\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star Pointer non-magnifying variable brightness red dot-type. The Star Pointer is the quickest and easiest way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. It's like having a laser pointer that appears to shine directly onto the night sky. No need to worry about the inverted images that you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen through the Star Pointer with the desired star in the sky. It's that easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-loaded ball-bearings support the focuser mechanism, rather than the bushings used on some competitive scopes. This minimizes image shift during focusing so no external rear cell electric focuser is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual and photographic accessories such as a star diagonal, tele-extender, off-axis guider, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" multicoated prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (60x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.83° across, well over 50% wider than the diameter of the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty single fork arm is made of die-cast aluminum, so it is rigid and damps vibrations quickly. The optical tube is offset slightly so that its center of mass is over the axis of rotation of the mount, keeping the optical tube properly balanced in all planes. Built-in friction clutches in altitude and azimuth keep the optical tube fixed in place when eyepieces or accessory loads are changed. No mechanical locking levers or knobs are required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 11 lb. mount includes slewing\/tracking motors in both altitude and azimuth. There are nine user-selectable slewing\/centering\/guiding speeds - 6°\/second; 3°\/second; 1.5°\/second; and 128, 64, 16, 8, 2, and 1x sidereal. There are also three selectable drive rates - sidereal, solar, and lunar. The drives normally operate in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. A compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the scope in the field. The Celestron Power Tank Lithium (#PTL12V) is a highly recommended optional 7 amp-hour capacity multi-purpose rechargeable 12V DC battery that can provide several nights worth of observing from a single charge. To conserve battery life, an optional 2.5 Amp AC adapter (#2338N) is available to operate the scope from household current during backyard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar computer hand control has a 45,000+ object database of stars and objects that it can locate and track for you. The database includes the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars (including the best variable stars and multiple star systems); the planets; the Moon; and more. You can also store and edit the right ascension and declination coordinates of 400 objects of your own choosing, such as favorite deep space objects or the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou have several ways to have the NexStar computer find celestial objects for you. The most popular and easiest to use is Celestron's exclusive SkyAlign no-guesswork technology. After turning on the scope, simply enter the date and time and your location, then point the scope at any three bright stars, or at two bright stars and a planet or the Moon (you don't even have to know which stars and planet you're looking at, and you don't have to know and locate specific stars as you do with other alignment programs). The NexStar computer will use the stars you've pointed at to model the sky overhead. Once it knows what the sky looks like, it's ready to find and track over 45,000 objects for you at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe computer hand control includes a built-in RS-232 communication port allowing you to use a CCD autoguider for deep space photography. It also lets you use popular astronomy software to control the NexStar from a lap top or personal computer for remote control point-and-click slewing. The hand control software can now be flash-upgraded from the Celestron website. You can always have the most up-to-date control program, database, and software features simply by downloading the new programs as they are posted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope can be operated with its ergonomically designed hand control conveniently docked in its fork arm storage compartment. You can also remove the control and its coiled connecting cord from the fork arm for hand-held use. There's no need to worry about wrapping the cord around the mount as you walk around the scope to observe different parts of the sky. The hand control plugs into the fork arm rather than the base, so it always moves with the scope.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. If you are new to astronomy, you may wish to start by using the computer's built-in Sky Tour feature. This program commands the NexStar 6 SE to find the most interesting objects in the sky and automatically slews to them one at a time for you to observe at your leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter what level of experience you start from, however, the NexStar 6 SE will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For much more information on the NexStar computer and the unique SkyAlign software, click on the \"NexStar computer with SkyAlign\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height altazimuth tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs, with a center leg brace for added rigidity, and damps vibrations quickly. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. A locating pin on the top of the tripod automatically centers the scope on the 9 lb. tripod for easy assembly in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Kz_MJQF37lY\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm (5.91\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500mm (59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e354x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.93 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.77 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e459x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56mm (2.2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e406mm (16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e181mm (7.1\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 lbs (3.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lbs (5.44 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e965.2mm - 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Enhanced information on over 200 objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 lbs (12.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eStar Pointer Finderscope\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalifornia Residents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cali-prop65-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"prop65-warning-content\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cali-warning\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/warning.png?10476927669983959391\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cali-warning-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCancer and Reproductive Harm -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40221659856969,"sku":"NX6SE","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/12175_1.jpg?v=1662967586"},{"product_id":"nexstar-5-se-5-go-to-sct","title":"Celestron NexStar 5 SE 5\" Go-To SCT  11036","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany people consider the original 5\" Celestron SCT to be the finest affordable personal scope ever made. The NexStar 5 SE combines legendary 5\" Celestron optics with 21st century computerized go-to technology at a most affordable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1982, we sold the original Celestron C5 and tripod for $954.90 - without a go-to computer, without multicoated optics, and without a drive that can run off flashlight batteries all night long. Adjusting for inflation, that equals greater than $3100 in todays dollars! How times have changed. This 5\" Celestron NexStar 5 SE has all those features - and more – for less than 1982's C5 cost!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 5 SE is a great alternative to costly competitive 5\" Maksutovs. While it has the same light-gathering capacity as a 5\" Mak, its faster focal ratio means a wider field and brighter images with any given eyepiece than a Mak. And it's priced far less than competitive 5\" Maks that don't have the clear optical advantage of Celestron's state-of-the-art XLT multicoatings. Across the full photo\/visual spectrum from 400nm to 750nm, independent laboratory tests show the new Starbright XLT coatings are 16% brighter than even Celestron's legendary original Starbright multicoatings - long the industry standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar 5 SE comes with a red dot finder, tripod, 25mm Plössl eyepiece, flashlight battery-operated dual-axis motor drives, and a go-to computerized hand control that will find over 45,000 stars and deep space objects for you automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew SkyAlign technology makes it easy to line up this Celestron telescope on the sky so it can find celestial objects for you. You don't have to level the scope or point it north, or know which stars are which. Simply point the scope at any three bright stars, or at two bright stars and a planet or the Moon (you don't even have to know which stars and planet you're looking at). The telescope will then know how the sky is laid out that night and will be ready to find and track nearly 40,000 objects for you at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar 5 SE has all the features and optical performance you need to keep you happily observing for years to come - and a classic color scheme that will draw admiring glances wherever you take your scope. It may well be all the telescope you'll ever need!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" aperture (1250mm focal length f\/10) aluminum tube, 11\" long, weighing less than 7 lbs. One-knob quick-release attachment to fork arm for fast assembly in the field. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. Celestron orange finish. Rear cell uses the standard SCT thread, so all SCT photo and visual accessories can be used without having to add a special adapter, as is the case with many Maksutovs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated:\u003c\/strong\u003e This state-of-the-art coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirrors enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. Starbright XLT multicoatings give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during photography. They also visibly increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with standard coatings or multicoatings. For more information on the XLT multicoatings, click on the \"5\" Starbright XLT optics\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star Pointer non-magnifying variable brightness red dot-type. The Star Pointer is the quickest and easiest way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. It's like having a laser pointer that appears to shine directly onto the night sky. No need to worry about the inverted images that you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen through the Star Pointer with the desired star in the sky. It's that easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-loaded ball-bearings support the focuser mechanism, rather than the bushings used on some competitive scopes. This minimizes image shift during focusing so no external electric focuser is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual and photographic accessories such as a star diagonal, tele-extender, off-axis guider, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" multicoated prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (50x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.91° across, nearly twice the diameter of the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty single fork arm is made of die-cast aluminum, so it is rigid and damps vibrations quickly. The optical tube is offset slightly so that its center of mass is over the axis of rotation of the mount, keeping the optical tube properly balanced in all planes. Built-in friction clutches in altitude and azimuth keep the optical tube fixed in place when eyepieces or accessory loads are changed. No mechanical locking levers or knobs are required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 11 lb. mount includes slewing\/tracking motors in both altitude and azimuth. There are nine user-selectable slewing\/centering\/guiding speeds - 6°\/second; 3°\/second; 1.5°\/second; and 128, 64, 16, 8, 2, and 1x sidereal. There are also three selectable drive rates - sidereal, solar, and lunar. The drives normally operate in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. If long exposure deep space photography is planned, the tripod includes a built-in wedge that quickly converts the scope to equatorial operation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the scope in the field. The Celestron Power Tank Lithium (#PTL12V) is a highly recommended optional 7 amp-hour capacity multi-purpose rechargeable 12V DC battery that can provide several nights worth of observing from a single charge. To conserve battery life, an optional 2.5 Amp AC adapter (#2338N) is available to operate the scope from household current during backyard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar computer hand control has a nearly 40,000 object database of stars and objects that it can locate and track for you. The database includes the complete RNGC, Messier, and Caldwell catalogs; selected SAO stars (including the best variable stars and multiple star systems); the planets; the Moon; and more. You can also store and edit the right ascension and declination coordinates of 200 objects of your own choosing, such as favorite deep space objects or the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in \u003cem\u003eAstronomy\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSky \u0026amp; Telescope\u003c\/em\u003e magazines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou have several ways to have the NexStar computer find celestial objects for you. The most popular and easiest to use is Celestron's exclusive SkyAlign no-guesswork technology. After turning on the scope, simply enter the date and time and your location, then point the scope at any three bright stars, or at two bright stars and a planet or the Moon (you don't even have to know which stars and planet you're looking at, and you don't have to know and locate specific stars as you do with other alignment programs). The NexStar computer will use the stars you've pointed at to model the sky overhead. Once it knows what the sky looks like, it's ready to find and track nearly 40,000 objects for you at your command.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe computer hand control includes a built-in RS-232 communication port allowing you to use a CCD autoguider for deep space photography. It also lets you use popular astronomy software to control the NexStar from a lap top or personal computer for remote control point-and-click slewing. The hand control software can now be flash-upgraded from the Celestron website. You can always have the most up-to-date control program, database, and software features simply by downloading the new programs as they are posted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope can be operated with its ergonomically designed hand control conveniently docked in its fork arm storage compartment. You can also remove the control and its coiled connecting cord from the fork arm for hand-held use. There's no need to worry about wrapping the cord around the mount as you walk around the scope to observe different parts of the sky. The hand control plugs into the fork arm rather than the base, so it always moves with the scope.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe computer includes a camera control software program and a camera shutter cable. These let you remotely take a series of timed exposures using your digital SLR camera (connected to the scope by an appropriate camera adapter). 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For much more information on the NexStar computer and the unique SkyAlign software, click on the \"NexStar 4\/5 computer with SkyAlign \" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height altazimuth\/equatorial tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 10 lb. adjustable height altazimuth tripod has tubular chromed steel legs for stability, and a combined die-cast spreader bar\/accessory tray that is cut out to hold two 2\" eyepieces and four 1.25\" eyepieces. The spreader bar is spring loaded, so that it can't accidentally detach from the tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring loaded attachment bolts, that also can't be lost in the dark, hold the telescope to the no-tool adjustable wedge tilt plate that allows equatorial tracking for astrophotography. The tilt plate has a built-in latitude scale and can be operated from 0° to 90°, allowing both polar and altazimuth operation without having to buy a separate wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125mm (4.92\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1250mm (49\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.11 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.93 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e329x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51mm (2.0\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% %\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.6% %\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330mm (13\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e152mm (6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 lbs (2.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lbs (4.54 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e939.8mm - 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Enhanced information on over 200 objects.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.6 lbs (8 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eStar Pointer Finderscope\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-In Wedge\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). 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It may well be all the telescope you'll ever need!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\" aperture (1325mm focal length f\/13) aluminum tube, 13.5\" long, weighing less than 2 lbs. One-knob quick-release attachment to fork arm for fast assembly in the field. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. Celestron orange finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated:\u003c\/strong\u003e This state-of-the-art coatings package includes a high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirror enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Maksutov corrector lens. Starbright XLT multicoatings give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images. They also increase the contrast of subtle lunar and planetary details when compared with a scope with standard coatings or multicoatings. For more information on the XLT multicoatings, click on the \"4\" Starbright XLT optics\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Star Pointer non-magnifying variable brightness red dot-type. The Star Pointer is the quickest and easiest way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. It's like having a laser pointer that appears to shine directly onto the night sky. No need to worry about the inverted images that you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen through the Star Pointer with the desired star in the sky. It's that easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal focuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focuses by moving the primary mirror fore and aft in the optical tube by means of a large focusing knob on the rear cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal flip mirror system:\u003c\/strong\u003e An internal first surface flip mirror, operated by a knob on the rear cell, directs the incoming light either to a 90° viewing angle 1.25\" eyepiece holder at the top of the rear cell for astronomical observing (or mirror-image terrestrial observing), or to the Cassegrain focus at the center of the rear cell. \u003cbr\u003eThe Cassegrain focus is threaded to accept either an optional NexStar 4SE-specific 45° viewing angle erect image 1.25\" diagonal for right-reading (correctly oriented) terrestrial observing or an optional NexStar 4SE-specific camera adapter for terrestrial and astronomical photography. Standard SCT rear cell 5\"\/8\"\/9¼\"\/11\"\/14\" photographic and visual accessories will not work with this scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (53x). The eyepiece field of view is 1° across, twice the diameter of the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty single fork arm is made of die-cast aluminum, so it is rigid and damps vibrations quickly. The optical tube is offset slightly so that its center of mass is over the axis of rotation of the mount, keeping the optical tube properly balanced in all planes. Built-in friction clutches in altitude and azimuth keep the optical tube fixed in place when eyepieces or accessory loads are changed. No mechanical locking levers or knobs are required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 11 lb. mount includes slewing\/tracking motors in both altitude and azimuth. There are nine user-selectable slewing\/centering\/guiding speeds - 6°\/second; 3°\/second; 1.5°\/second; and 128, 64, 16, 8, 2, and 1x sidereal. There are also three selectable drive rates - sidereal, solar, and lunar. The drives normally operate in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf long exposure deep space photography is planned, the tripod includes a built-in wedge that quickly converts the scope to equatorial operation, although deep space imaging will realistically be limited by the scope's relatively small aperture and long focal ratio.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the scope in the field. The Celestron Power Tank Lithium (#PTL12V) is a highly recommended optional 7 amp-hour capacity multi-purpose rechargeable 12V DC battery that can provide several nights worth of observing from a single charge. To conserve battery life, an optional 2.5 Amp AC adapter (#2338N) is available to operate the scope from household current during backyard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar computer hand control has a nearly 40,000 object database of stars and objects that it can locate and track for you. The database includes the complete RNGC, Messier, and Caldwell catalogs; selected SAO stars (including the best variable stars and multiple star systems); the planets; the Moon; and more. You can also store and edit the right ascension and declination coordinates of 200 objects of your own choosing, such as favorite deep space objects or the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in \u003cem\u003eAstronomy\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSky \u0026amp; Telescope\u003c\/em\u003e magazines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou have several ways to have the NexStar computer find celestial objects for you. The most popular and easiest to use is Celestron's exclusive SkyAlign no-guesswork technology. After turning on the scope, simply enter the date and time and your location, then point the scope at any three bright stars, or at two bright stars and a planet or the Moon (you don't even have to know which stars and planet you're looking at, and you don't have to know and locate specific stars as you do with other alignment programs). The NexStar computer will use the stars you've pointed at to model the sky overhead. Once it knows what the sky looks like, it's ready to find and track nearly 40,000 objects for you at your command. Not all of the objects may be easily visible, however, due to the scope's limited aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe computer hand control includes a built-in RS-232 communication port allowing you to use a CCD autoguider for deep space photography. It also lets you use popular astronomy software to control the NexStar from a lap top or personal computer for remote control point-and-click slewing. The hand control software can now be flash-upgraded from the Celestron website. You can always have the most up-to-date control program, database, and software features simply by downloading the new programs as they are posted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope can be operated with its ergonomically designed hand control conveniently docked in its fork arm storage compartment. You can also remove the control and its coiled connecting cord from the fork arm for hand-held use. There's no need to worry about wrapping the cord around the mount as you walk around the scope to observe different parts of the sky. The hand control plugs into the fork arm rather than the base, so it always moves with the scope.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe computer includes a camera control software program and a camera shutter cable. These let you remotely take a series of timed exposures using your digital SLR camera (connected to the scope by an appropriate camera adapter). This can be very useful during lunar or solar eclipses and during occultation events, since you won't have to miss any of the sights while worrying about the operation of your camera.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. If you are new to astronomy, you may wish to start by using the computer's built-in Sky Tour feature. This program commands the NexStar 4 SE to find the most interesting objects in the sky and automatically slews to them one at a time for you to observe at your leisure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo matter what level of experience you start from, however, the NexStar 4 SE will unfold many of the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For much more information on the NexStar computer and the unique SkyAlign software, click on the \"NexStar 4\/5 computer with SkyAlign\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height altazimuth\/equatorial tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 10 lb. adjustable height altazimuth tripod has tubular chromed steel legs for stability, and a combined die-cast spreader bar\/accessory tray that is cut out to hold two 2\" eyepieces and four 1.25\" eyepieces. The spreader bar is spring loaded, so that it can't accidentally detach from the tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring loaded attachment bolts, that also can't be lost in the dark, hold the telescope to the no-tool adjustable wedge tilt plate that allows equatorial tracking for astrophotography. The tilt plate has a built-in latitude scale and can be operated from 0° to 90°, allowing both polar and altazimuth operation without having to buy a separate wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Kz_MJQF37lY\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102mm (4.02\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1325mm (52\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Flip mirror for straight thru or 90° viewing angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e241x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.37 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.14 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e212x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35mm (0.38\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e343mm (13.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125mm (4.9\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 lbs (2.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lbs (4.54 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e939.8mm - 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Enhanced information on over 200 objects.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 lbs (10.4 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eStar Pointer Finderscope\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-In Wedge\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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The observatory grade CGX-L mount is capable of carrying payloads of up to 75 pounds, more than three times the weight of this system's 21 pound 9.25\" optical tube, making this mount\/OTA combination ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGX-L 925 optical tube has state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings. Its light grasp is approximately 1125 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, revealing to your eye and camera star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe advanced NexStar computer hand control makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9.25\" aperture f\/10 CGX-L 925 optical tube uses the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The computerized CGX-L 925 makes today's astronomy easier than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 22\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 21 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. 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The field of view of the fully multi-coated eyepiece is 0.53 degrees, just big enough to hold the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German equatorial mount has long been the favored choice of astronomy buffs and astrophotographers because of its stability and portability. It is more stable because the center of gravity is directly over the center of its base, and more portable because it can be broken down into smaller component parts than a fork-mount telescope for easy storage and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German equatorial mount offers easier balancing; unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a long camera equipment train that can't bump into the drive base, as is the case with many fork-mounted scopes; and whole sky access that many fork-mounted scopes can't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron has looked to update the way that people interact with their equipment. This quest has brought out a new EQ Mount Series, the CGX. This particular model in the series is the CGX-L and boasts a 75 pound payload capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Celestron CGX-L is a newly-designed high payload capacity\/high precision go-to German equatorial mount that epitomizes all of these German equatorial mount virtues. With its full 75 pound payload capacity it will carry Celestron SCT\/HD optical tubes up to 14\" in aperture, as well as virtually any other optical tube and accessory payload weighing up to 75 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew features are everywhere in the mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Ergonomic handles help you move the 47 pound head with ease. That's right; the head weighs 47 pounds and will carry 75. It is an incredible load to weight ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Additional accessory ports built into the dovetail saddle plate of the equatorial head. There are two auxillary ports as well as an autoguider port. The internal cabling of the CGX-L mount works hand in hand with these new ports on the saddle helping the imager in all of us manage our cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The dovetail saddle plate is longer for added stability and will also accept both Vixen\/AVX and Losmandy\/Celestron D Style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. There are built in home and limit sensors. The home sensor will take the scope back to its home position at any time and the limit sensor will prevent the mount from slewing past a certain point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. There are also built-in mechanical hard stops to prevent an instrument from damage should you forget to lock the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount head contains 144mm worm wheels in both Right Ascension and Declination. The improved drive system uses a belt-driven worm gear that is spring loaded. The significance of this is it allows the drive to maintain optimum gear mesh for smoother tracking and less backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires 2.5 amp 12 VDC power to operate. The maximum 2.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally considerably less than half the maximum draw. The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed power management electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motor so that it is capable of driving the mount even when your scope not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX-L to have the payload capacity of that of much larger (and expensive) mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual no-tool polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. If serious long exposure astrophotography is in your plans, the special All-Star Polar Alignment software described below allows you to choose any bright alignment star for a software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis, even if you can't see the North Star. The mount also has upgraded adjustments for Latitude and Azimuth. Large one hand knobs make moving a full loaded mount head a dream with a simple twist of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount comes with one 22 pound counterweight. The counterweight locks in place on the 5 pound steel counterweight shaft with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance your scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount's adjustable height Super HD tripod has 2.75\" diameter stainless steel legs. The height adjustment leg locks are on the inside of the tripod legs to keep them from snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity, with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension. The upper leg brace forms a convenient tray that holds eyepieces and accessories, as well as a slot to hold your smart phone or tablet, to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. This tray is a new design that will allow you to keep it attached while you fold the legs up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting an optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical tubes are installed on the CGX-L mount using a slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style\/Losmandy D-plate dovetail or a Celestron AVX\/CG5\/Vixen slide bar. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount in declination, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, with large hand-tighten knobs holding the optical tube in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NexStar computer hand control of the CGX-L mount has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects it can locate for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms. It contains enough fascinating objects to keep you busy observing for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can quickly find any of those objects at your command, and track them with high accuracy for visual observing or astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. This display leads you through the steps necessary to line up the scope on the sky, locate objects, control scope functions like the brightness of the hand control display, and much more. It shows you basic information about the object being viewed (such as the object's name, catalog designation, type, magnitude, and so forth). In addition to this basic information, there is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects. The display can also show you the right ascension and declination coordinates at which the scope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment on the sky and go-to accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e No polar alignment finderscope is available for the CGX-L mount, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise polar alignment in mere minutes for long exposure astrophotography. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accurately polar align your scope, first do a reasonably-accurate mechanical alignment of the mount on the celestial pole by eye. To make this initial alignment quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. Next, use the mount's standard two-star alignment method to align your scope on the sky. Select a suitable bright star from the NexStar hand control's data base and slew your telescope to the star. A star near the meridian and close to the celestial equator will give the most accurate alignment results. Then, press the Align button on the hand control and select Polar Align: Align Mount from the hand control menu. Your telescope will re-slew to the alignment star and ask you to center it in the eyepiece in order to \"Sync\" on the star. After you sync on the star, your telescope will automatically slew to the position that the star should be at if your mount was accurately polar aligned. Use the mount's altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to place the star in the center of the eyepiece and press the Align button. That's all there is to it! Your CGE Pro mount is now accurately aligned on the celestial pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the telescope's tracking may be very good after alignment, pointing accuracy may need to be improved (particularly if you are trying to located small objects on a CCD chip), depending on how close your initial mechanical alignment was on the pole, and by much the mount had to be moved during polar alignment. If that's the case, you can easily update your telescope's star alignment in a minute or two if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce polar aligned, several different sky alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer to line up the scope on the celestial sphere, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. These include 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, and 1-Star Align,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a standard hand control alignment, the CGX-L computer has the ability to center a star in your telescope's eyepiece or on a CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using the NexStar computer's advanced pointing features (such as Calibration Stars, Sync, and Precise Go-To) further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky. The high precision pointing subroutine (Precise Go-To) in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope. Other software features include: database filter limits, a mount hibernate mode, and user-defined slew limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2350mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e45 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e470x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputer GoTo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.49 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40mm 1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6x30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated 9.25\" f\/10 optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to fully computerized CGE Pro German equatorial mount with one 22 lb. counterweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty adjustable height metal tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40,000+ object computer hand control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePPEC (Permanent Periodic Error Compensation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS-232 port for connection to a PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexRemote remote telescope control software with RS-232 cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCD autoguider port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x 30mm finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" star diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" 25mm Plössl eyepiece (94x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V DC car battery cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust covers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40221665493065,"sku":"CGXL9","price":5399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/17055.jpg?v=1662967761"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgx-l-1100-11-sct-computerized-go-to-telescope-12071","title":"Celestron CGX-L 1100 11\" SCT Computerized Go-To Telescope 12071","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX-L 1100 puts the big light-gathering capacity of 11\" Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain optics on a newly-designed rock-solid 75 pound payload capacity CGX-L go-to German equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron CGX-L 1100 telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• 75 pound payload capacity high precision CGX-L German equatorial mount \u003cbr\u003e• NexStar go-to computer hand control with 40,000+ object database \u003cbr\u003e• 11\" Schmidt-Cassegrain optics \u003cbr\u003e• StarBright XLT optical multicoatings for the highest possible light transmission\u003cbr\u003e• 9 x 50mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX-L 1100 puts the light-gathering power of an 11\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube - 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The observatory-grade CGX-L mount is capable of carrying payloads of up to 75 pounds, making this mount\/OTA combination ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGX-L 11 optical tube combines its immense light-gathering capability with state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings to reveal to your eye and camera star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe advanced NexStar computer hand control makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 11\" aperture f\/10 CGX-L 1100 optical tube uses the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. 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It is more stable because the center of gravity is directly over the center of its base, and more portable because it can be broken down into smaller component parts than a fork-mount telescope for easy storage and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German equatorial mount offers easier balancing; unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a long camera equipment train that can't bump into the drive base, as is the case with many fork-mounted scopes; and whole sky access that many fork-mounted scopes can't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron has looked to update the way that people interact with their equipment. This quest has brought out a new EQ Mount Series, the CGX. This particular model in the series is the CGX-L and boasts a 75 pound payload capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Celestron CGX-L is a newly-designed high payload capacity\/high precision go-to German equatorial mount that epitomizes all of these German equatorial mount virtues. With its full 75 pound payload capacity it will carry Celestron SCT\/HD optical tubes up to 14\" in aperture, as well as virtually any other optical tube and accessory payload weighing up to 75 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew features are everywhere in the mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Ergonomic handles help you move the 47 pound head with ease. That's right; the head weighs 47 pounds and will carry 75. It is an incredible load to weight ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Additional accessory ports built into the dovetail saddle plate of the equatorial head. There are two auxillary ports as well as an autoguider port. The internal cabling of the CGX-L mount works hand in hand with these new ports on the saddle helping the imager in all of us manage our cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The dovetail saddle plate is longer for added stability and will also accept both Vixen\/AVX and Losmandy\/Celestron D Style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. There are built in home and limit sensors. The home sensor will take the scope back to its home position at any time and the limit sensor will prevent the mount from slewing past a certain point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. There are also built-in mechanical hard stops to prevent an instrument from damage should you forget to lock the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount head contains 144mm worm wheels in both Right Ascension and Declination. The improved drive system uses a belt-driven worm gear that is spring loaded. The significance of this is it allows the drive to maintain optimum gear mesh for smoother tracking and less backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires 2.5 amp 12 VDC power to operate. The maximum 2.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally considerably less than half the maximum draw. The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed power management electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motor so that it is capable of driving the mount even when your scope not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX-L to have the payload capacity of that of much larger (and expensive) mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual no-tool polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. If serious long exposure astrophotography is in your plans, the special All-Star Polar Alignment software described below allows you to choose any bright alignment star for a software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis, even if you can't see the North Star. The mount also has upgraded adjustments for Latitude and Azimuth. Large one hand knobs make moving a full loaded mount head a dream with a simple twist of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L comes with two 22 pound counterweights. The counterweights each lock in place on the 5 pound steel counterweight shaft with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance your scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount's adjustable height Super HD tripod has 2.75\" diameter stainless steel legs. The height adjustment leg locks are on the inside of the tripod legs to keep them from snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity, with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension. The upper leg brace forms a convenient tray that holds eyepieces and accessories, as well as a slot to hold your smart phone or tablet, to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. This tray is a new design that will allow you to keep it attached while you fold the legs up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting an optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical tubes are installed on the CGX-L mount using a slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style\/Losmandy D-plate dovetail or a Celestron AVX\/CG5\/Vixen slide bar. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount in declination, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, with large hand-tighten knobs holding the optical tube in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NexStar computer hand control of the CGX-L mount has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects it can locate for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms. It contains enough fascinating objects to keep you busy observing for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can quickly find any of those objects at your command, and track them with high accuracy for visual observing or astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. This display leads you through the steps necessary to line up the scope on the sky, locate objects, control scope functions like the brightness of the hand control display, and much more. It shows you basic information about the object being viewed (such as the object's name, catalog designation, type, magnitude, and so forth). In addition to this basic information, there is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects. The display can also show you the right ascension and declination coordinates at which the scope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment on the sky and go-to accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e  A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise polar alignment in mere minutes for long exposure astrophotography. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres.  You may however also use the optional Polar Axis finder scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accurately polar align your scope, first do a reasonably-accurate mechanical alignment of the mount on the celestial pole by eye. To make this initial alignment quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. Next, use the mount's standard two-star alignment method to align your scope on the sky. Select a suitable bright star from the NexStar hand control's data base and slew your telescope to the star. A star near the meridian and close to the celestial equator will give the most accurate alignment results. Then, press the Align button on the hand control and select Polar Align: Align Mount from the hand control menu. Your telescope will re-slew to the alignment star and ask you to center it in the eyepiece in order to \"Sync\" on the star. After you sync on the star, your telescope will automatically slew to the position that the star should be at if your mount was accurately polar aligned. Use the mount's altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to place the star in the center of the eyepiece and press the Align button. That's all there is to it! Your CGX-L mount is now accurately aligned on the celestial pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the telescope's tracking may be very good after alignment, pointing accuracy may need to be improved (particularly if you are trying to located small objects on a CCD chip), depending on how close your initial mechanical alignment was on the pole, and by much the mount had to be moved during polar alignment. If that's the case, you can easily update your telescope's star alignment in a minute or two if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce polar aligned, several different sky alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer to line up the scope on the celestial sphere, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. These include 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, and 1-Star Align,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a standard hand control alignment, the CGX-L computer has the ability to center a star in your telescope's eyepiece or on a CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using the NexStar computer's advanced pointing features (such as Calibration Stars, Sync, and Precise Go-To) further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky. The high precision pointing subroutine (Precise Go-To) in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope. Other software features include: database filter limits, a mount hibernate mode, and user-defined slew limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd 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1400 Fastar adds the option to image at an incredibly fast f\/1.9 focal ratio to the immense light-gathering capacity of 14\" Schmidt-Cassegrain optics and puts it on a newly-designed CGX-L go-to German equatorial mount for an observatory class telescope you can be happy with for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron CGX-L 1400 Fastar telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• 75 pound payload capacity high precision CGX-L German equatorial mount \u003cbr\u003e• NexStar go-to computer hand control with 40,000+ object database \u003cbr\u003e• 14\" Fastar-compatible Schmidt-Cassegrain optics for optional f\/1.9 imaging\u003cbr\u003e• StarBright XLT optical multicoatings for the highest possible light transmission\u003cbr\u003e• 9 x 50mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e• 2-year 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With the effective light-gathering power of that many eyes, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optics of the CGX-L 1400 Fastar can reveal to you faint deep space objects in amazing and intricate detail. The unique Fastar-compatible optics allow very short exposure CCD imaging at a phenomenally-fast f\/1.9 focal ratio by adding an optional accessory lens, making quick work of recording wide-field images of faint deep space objects. Put that immense light-gathering power and super-fast focal ratio on the newly-designed and rock-solid observatory grade Celestron CGX-L go-to German equatorial mount and you have a mount\/OTA combination that is ideal for very serious imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGX-L 1400 Fastar optical tube combines its immense light-gathering capability with state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings to reveal to your eye and camera the Moon, planets, and faint star clusters, nebulas, and galaxies in subtle and amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe advanced NexStar computer hand control makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14\" aperture f\/11 CGX-L 1400 Fastar optical tube uses the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. Today, the computerized CGX-L 1400 Fastar makes premium big-aperture astronomy and fast focal ratio imaging easier than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\" aperture (3910mm focal length f\/11). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 31\" long aluminum optical tube weighs a respectable (but still manageable) 45 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar Compatible Optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This special optical system allows very short exposure CCD imaging at an incredibly fast f\/1.9 focal ratio by temporarily replacing the telescope's secondary mirror assembly with an optional Hyperstar lens assembly and a CCD or DSLR camera. The Hyperstar is optimized for a CCD imaging chip having a 27mm diagonal, but will work with large format chips and DSLRs having up to a 42mm diagonal with some vignetting. The Hyperstar\/secondary mirror exchange takes only a few minutes. With an optional SBIG ST-10XME CCD camera, for example, the 14\" CGX-L 1400 Fastar will record a wide 49 x 73 arc minute field - a long axis almost one and a half times the diameter of the full moon, an immense field for a scope of this size. It will do it with a resolution of 2.01 arc seconds per pixel, almost exactly the optimum 2 arc seconds per pixel generally recommended for deep space imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm multi-coated straight-through achromatic design, with a substantial 5.8° field of view. It is mounted in a quick-release bracket for fast set-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" mirror type (with 1.25\" eyepiece adapter) threads into the rear cell of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German equatorial mount has long been the favored choice of astronomy buffs and astrophotographers because of its stability and portability. It is more stable because the center of gravity is directly over the center of its base, and more portable because it can be broken down into smaller component parts than a fork-mount telescope for easy storage and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German equatorial mount offers easier balancing; unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a long camera equipment train that can't bump into the drive base, as is the case with many fork-mounted scopes; and whole sky access that many fork-mounted scopes can't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron has looked to update the way that people interact with their equipment. This quest has brought out a new EQ Mount Series, the CGX. This particular model in the series is the CGX-L and boasts a 75 pound payload capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Celestron CGX-L is a newly-designed high payload capacity\/high precision go-to German equatorial mount that epitomizes all of these German equatorial mount virtues. With its full 75 pound payload capacity it will carry Celestron SCT\/HD optical tubes up to 14\" in aperture, as well as virtually any other optical tube and accessory payload weighing up to 75 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew features are everywhere in the mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Ergonomic handles help you move the 47 pound head with ease. That's right; the head weighs 47 pounds and will carry 75. It is an incredible load to weight ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Additional accessory ports built into the dovetail saddle plate of the equatorial head. There are two auxillary ports as well as an autoguider port. The internal cabling of the CGX-L mount works hand in hand with these new ports on the saddle helping the imager in all of us manage our cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The dovetail saddle plate is longer for added stability and will also accept both Vixen\/AVX and Losmandy\/Celestron D Style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. There are built in home and limit sensors. The home sensor will take the scope back to its home position at any time and the limit sensor will prevent the mount from slewing past a certain point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. There are also built-in mechanical hard stops to prevent an instrument from damage should you forget to lock the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount head contains 144mm worm wheels in both Right Ascension and Declination. The improved drive system uses a belt-driven worm gear that is spring loaded. The significance of this is it allows the drive to maintain optimum gear mesh for smoother tracking and less backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires 2.5 amp 12 VDC power to operate. The maximum 2.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally considerably less than half the maximum draw. The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed power management electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motor so that it is capable of driving the mount even when your scope not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX-L to have the payload capacity of that of much larger (and expensive) mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual no-tool polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. If serious long exposure astrophotography is in your plans, the special All-Star Polar Alignment software described below allows you to choose any bright alignment star for a software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis, even if you can't see the North Star. The mount also has upgraded adjustments for Latitude and Azimuth. Large one hand knobs make moving a full loaded mount head a dream with a simple twist of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L 1400 comes with three 22 pound counterweights.  Each counterweight locks in place on the 5 pound steel counterweight shaft with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance your scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount's adjustable height Super HD tripod has 2.75\" diameter stainless steel legs. The height adjustment leg locks are on the inside of the tripod legs to keep them from snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity, with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension. The upper leg brace forms a convenient tray that holds eyepieces and accessories, as well as a slot to hold your smart phone or tablet, to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. This tray is a new design that will allow you to keep it attached while you fold the legs up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting an optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical tubes are installed on the CGX-L mount using a slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style\/Losmandy D-plate dovetail or a Celestron AVX\/CG5\/Vixen slide bar. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount in declination, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, with large hand-tighten knobs holding the optical tube in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NexStar computer hand control of the CGX-L mount has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects it can locate for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms. It contains enough fascinating objects to keep you busy observing for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can quickly find any of those objects at your command, and track them with high accuracy for visual observing or astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. This display leads you through the steps necessary to line up the scope on the sky, locate objects, control scope functions like the brightness of the hand control display, and much more. It shows you basic information about the object being viewed (such as the object's name, catalog designation, type, magnitude, and so forth). In addition to this basic information, there is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects. The display can also show you the right ascension and declination coordinates at which the scope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlignment on the sky and go-to accuracy: No polar alignment finderscope is available for the CGX-L mount, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise polar alignment in mere minutes for long exposure astrophotography. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accurately polar align your scope, first do a reasonably-accurate mechanical alignment of the mount on the celestial pole by eye. To make this initial alignment quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. Next, use the mount's standard two-star alignment method to align your scope on the sky. Select a suitable bright star from the NexStar hand control's data base and slew your telescope to the star. A star near the meridian and close to the celestial equator will give the most accurate alignment results. Then, press the Align button on the hand control and select Polar Align: Align Mount from the hand control menu. Your telescope will re-slew to the alignment star and ask you to center it in the eyepiece in order to \"Sync\" on the star. After you sync on the star, your telescope will automatically slew to the position that the star should be at if your mount was accurately polar aligned. Use the mount's altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to place the star in the center of the eyepiece and press the Align button. That's all there is to it! Your CGE Pro mount is now accurately aligned on the celestial pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the telescope's tracking may be very good after alignment, pointing accuracy may need to be improved (particularly if you are trying to located small objects on a CCD chip), depending on how close your initial mechanical alignment was on the pole, and by much the mount had to be moved during polar alignment. If that's the case, you can easily update your telescope's star alignment in a minute or two if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce polar aligned, several different sky alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer to line up the scope on the celestial sphere, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. These include 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, and 1-Star Align,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a standard hand control alignment, the CGX-L computer has the ability to center a star in your telescope's eyepiece or on a CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using the NexStar computer's advanced pointing features (such as Calibration Stars, Sync, and Precise Go-To) further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky. The high precision pointing subroutine (Precise Go-To) in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope. Other software features include: database filter limits, a mount hibernate mode, and user-defined slew limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e3910mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd 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The advanced EdgeHD optical system uses a dedicated dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube to reduce off-axis coma and produce aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optics deliver an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than standard Schmidt-Cassegrains and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. You see sharp and point-like stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGEX-L 925HD optical tube has state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings. Its light grasp is approximately 1125 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, revealing to your eye and camera star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube even allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX-L 925HD's CGX-Lmount can carry payloads of up to 75 pounds, more than three times the weight of the scope's 21 pound 9.25\" optical tube. This makes this mount\/OTA combination rock-steady, no matter how many heavy visual and imaging accessories you add to the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's advanced NexStar computer hand control makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGranted, many people might feel that a 126 pound mount with a 75 pound payload capacity is a case of overkill for a 21 pound optical tube. For those who must travel to a dark sky site to use their scope, that might indeed be the case. That's why Celestron also puts the same 9.25\" EdgeHD optical tube on the lighter CGEMII mount (#CGEMII9HD), to make travel easier. However, for those who have a permanent observatory site and are looking to grow their system in stages, the CGX-L 925HD makes a sensible choice as the heart of a bigger scope array to come. You can add virtually any size or weight optical tube you like later on, without having to upgrade your mount. And while you are waiting for your aperture fever to become affordable, the superb flat-field reduced-coma optics of the 9.25\" CGX-L 925HD are big enough, and good enough, to keep you happily observing and imaging for years to come, and even for years after you get the \"big\" optical tube to put on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The 22\" long aluminum optical tube has a large handle on the rear cell and weighs only 21 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" icon in teh support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two cooling vents on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio. An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the scope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension locks hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (when moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8 degree field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German equatorial mount has long been the favored choice of astronomy buffs and astrophotographers because of its stability and portability. It is more stable because the center of gravity is directly over the center of its base, and more portable because it can be broken down into smaller component parts than a fork-mount telescope for easy storage and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German equatorial mount offers easier balancing; unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a long camera equipment train that can't bump into the drive base, as is the case with many fork-mounted scopes; and whole sky access that many fork-mounted scopes can't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron has looked to update the way that people interact with their equipment. This quest has brought out a new EQ Mount Series, the CGX. This particular model in the series is the CGX-L and boasts a 75 pound payload capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Celestron CGX-L is a newly-designed high payload capacity\/high precision go-to German equatorial mount that epitomizes all of these German equatorial mount virtues. With its full 75 pound payload capacity it will carry Celestron SCT\/HD optical tubes up to 14\" in aperture, as well as virtually any other optical tube and accessory payload weighing up to 75 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew features are everywhere in the mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Ergonomic handles help you move the 47 pound head with ease. That's right; the head weighs 47 pounds and will carry 75. It is an incredible load to weight ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Additional accessory ports built into the dovetail saddle plate of the equatorial head. There are two auxiliary ports as well as an autoguider port. The internal cabling of the CGX-L mount works hand in hand with these new ports on the saddle helping the imager in all of us manage our cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The dovetail saddle plate is longer for added stability and will also accept both Vixen\/AVX and Losmandy\/Celestron D Style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. There are built in home and limit sensors. The home sensor will take the scope back to its home position at any time and the limit sensor will prevent the mount from slewing past a certain point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. There are also built-in mechanical hard stops to prevent an instrument from damage should you forget to lock the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount head contains 144mm worm wheels in both Right Ascension and Declination. The improved drive system uses a belt-driven worm gear that is spring loaded. The significance of this is it allows the drive to maintain optimum gear mesh for smoother tracking and less backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires 2.5 amp 12 VDC power to operate. The maximum 2.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally considerably less than half the maximum draw. The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed power management electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motor so that it is capable of driving the mount even when your scope not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX-L to have the payload capacity of that of much larger (and expensive) mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual no-tool polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. If serious long exposure astrophotography is in your plans, the special All-Star Polar Alignment software described below allows you to choose any bright alignment star for a software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis, even if you can't see the North Star. The mount also has upgraded adjustments for Latitude and Azimuth. Large one hand knobs make moving a full loaded mount head a dream with a simple twist of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount comes with one 22 pound counterweight. The counterweight locks in place on the 5 pound steel counterweight shaft with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance your scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount's adjustable height Super HD tripod has 2.75\" diameter stainless steel legs. The height adjustment leg locks are on the inside of the tripod legs to keep them from snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity, with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension. The upper leg brace forms a convenient tray that holds eyepieces and accessories, as well as a slot to hold your smart phone or tablet, to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. This tray is a new design that will allow you to keep it attached while you fold the legs up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting an optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical tubes are installed on the CGX-L mount using a slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style\/Losmandy D-plate dovetail or a Celestron AVX\/CG5\/Vixen slide bar. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount in declination, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, with large hand-tighten knobs holding the optical tube in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NexStar computer hand control of the CGX-L mount has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects it can locate for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms. It contains enough fascinating objects to keep you busy observing for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can quickly find any of those objects at your command, and track them with high accuracy for visual observing or astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. This display leads you through the steps necessary to line up the scope on the sky, locate objects, control scope functions like the brightness of the hand control display, and much more. It shows you basic information about the object being viewed (such as the object's name, catalog designation, type, magnitude, and so forth). In addition to this basic information, there is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects. The display can also show you the right ascension and declination coordinates at which the scope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment on the sky and go-to accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e No polar alignment finderscope is available for the CGX-L mount, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise polar alignment in mere minutes for long exposure astrophotography. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accurately polar align your scope, first do a reasonably-accurate mechanical alignment of the mount on the celestial pole by eye. To make this initial alignment quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. Next, use the mount's standard two-star alignment method to align your scope on the sky. Select a suitable bright star from the NexStar hand control's data base and slew your telescope to the star. A star near the meridian and close to the celestial equator will give the most accurate alignment results. Then, press the Align button on the hand control and select Polar Align: Align Mount from the hand control menu. Your telescope will re-slew to the alignment star and ask you to center it in the eyepiece in order to \"Sync\" on the star. After you sync on the star, your telescope will automatically slew to the position that the star should be at if your mount was accurately polar aligned. Use the mount's altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to place the star in the center of the eyepiece and press the Align button. That's all there is to it! Your CGE Pro mount is now accurately aligned on the celestial pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the telescope's tracking may be very good after alignment, pointing accuracy may need to be improved (particularly if you are trying to located small objects on a CCD chip), depending on how close your initial mechanical alignment was on the pole, and by much the mount had to be moved during polar alignment. If that's the case, you can easily update your telescope's star alignment in a minute or two if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce polar aligned, several different sky alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer to line up the scope on the celestial sphere, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. These include 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, and 1-Star Align,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a standard hand control alignment, the CGX-L computer has the ability to center a star in your telescope's eyepiece or on a CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using the NexStar computer's advanced pointing features (such as Calibration Stars, Sync, and Precise Go-To) further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky. The high precision pointing subroutine (Precise Go-To) in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope. Other software features include: database filter limits, a mount hibernate mode, and user-defined slew limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2350mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd 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The advanced EdgeHD optical system uses a dedicated dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube to reduce off-axis coma and produce aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography). Even better, those EdgeHD optics are mounted on an observatory-grade Celestron CGX-L go-to German equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optics deliver an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than standard Schmidt-Cassegrains and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. You see sharp point-like stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGX-L 1100HD optical tube has state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings. Its light grasp is almost 1600 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, revealing to your eye and camera star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube even allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX-L 1100HD's CGX-L mount can carry payloads of up to 75 pounds, just under three times the weight of the scope's 27.5 pound 11\" optical tube. This makes this mount\/OTA combination rock-steady, no matter how many heavy visual and imaging accessories you add to the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's advanced NexStar computer hand control makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\" aperture (2800mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The 24\" long aluminum optical tube has a large handle on the rear cell and weighs only 27.5 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents\u003c\/strong\u003e: Two cooling vents on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio. An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the scope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the Fastar system and a sub-$1500 Orion Star Shoot Deep Space Imager Pro CCD camera, the 11\" CGE Pro 1100HD will record a wide 141 x 94 arc minute field - a long axis almost five times the diameter of the full moon, an immense field for a scope of this size. To assure repeatability when you switch between Fastar and conventional imaging, the scope's optical tube is opto-mechanically aligned on a laser bench during manufacture so that all components are axially symmetric in any configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension locks hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (when moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8 degree field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEyepiece: premium 2\" 23mm 82° field Axiom (122x), a much higher quality eyepiece than those supplied with competitive scopes. The eyepiece field of view is 0.67° wide, over a third larger than the full moon, and an exceptionally wide field for the 122x magnification.\u003cbr\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German equatorial mount has long been the favored choice of astronomy buffs and astrophotographers because of its stability and portability. It is more stable because the center of gravity is directly over the center of its base, and more portable because it can be broken down into smaller component parts than a fork-mount telescope for easy storage and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German equatorial mount offers easier balancing; unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a long camera equipment train that can't bump into the drive base, as is the case with many fork-mounted scopes; and whole sky access that many fork-mounted scopes can't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron has looked to update the way that people interact with their equipment. This quest has brought out a new EQ Mount Series, the CGX. This particular model in the series is the CGX-L and boasts a 75 pound payload capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Celestron CGX-L is a newly-designed high payload capacity\/high precision go-to German equatorial mount that epitomizes all of these German equatorial mount virtues. With its full 75 pound payload capacity it will carry Celestron SCT\/HD optical tubes up to 14\" in aperture, as well as virtually any other optical tube and accessory payload weighing up to 75 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew features are everywhere in the mount head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Ergonomic handles help you move the 47 pound head with ease. That's right; the head weighs 47 pounds and will carry 75. It is an incredible load to weight ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Additional accessory ports built into the dovetail saddle plate of the equatorial head. There are two auxillary ports as well as an autoguider port. The internal cabling of the CGX-L mount works hand in hand with these new ports on the saddle helping the imager in all of us manage our cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The dovetail saddle plate is longer for added stability and will also accept both Vixen\/AVX and Losmandy\/Celestron D Style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. There are built in home and limit sensors. The home sensor will take the scope back to its home position at any time and the limit sensor will prevent the mount from slewing past a certain point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. There are also built-in mechanical hard stops to prevent an instrument from damage should you forget to lock the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount head contains 144mm worm wheels in both Right Ascension and Declination. The improved drive system uses a belt-driven worm gear that is spring loaded. The significance of this is it allows the drive to maintain optimum gear mesh for smoother tracking and less backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires 2.5 amp 12 VDC power to operate. The maximum 2.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally considerably less than half the maximum draw. The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed power management electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motor so that it is capable of driving the mount even when your scope not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX-L to have the payload capacity of that of much larger (and expensive) mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual no-tool polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. If serious long exposure astrophotography is in your plans, the special All-Star Polar Alignment software described below allows you to choose any bright alignment star for a software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis, even if you can't see the North Star. The mount also has upgraded adjustments for Latitude and Azimuth. Large one hand knobs make moving a full loaded mount head a dream with a simple twist of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L 1100HD comes with two 22 pound counterweights. Each counterweight locks in place on the 5 pound steel counterweight shaft with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance your scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount's adjustable height Super HD tripod has 2.75\" diameter stainless steel legs. The height adjustment leg locks are on the inside of the tripod legs to keep them from snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity, with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension. The upper leg brace forms a convenient tray that holds eyepieces and accessories, as well as a slot to hold your smart phone or tablet, to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. This tray is a new design that will allow you to keep it attached while you fold the legs up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting an optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical tubes are installed on the CGX-L mount using a slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style\/Losmandy D-plate dovetail or a Celestron AVX\/CG5\/Vixen slide bar. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount in declination, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, with large hand-tighten knobs holding the optical tube in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NexStar computer hand control of the CGX-L mount has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects it can locate for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms. It contains enough fascinating objects to keep you busy observing for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can quickly find any of those objects at your command, and track them with high accuracy for visual observing or astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. This display leads you through the steps necessary to line up the scope on the sky, locate objects, control scope functions like the brightness of the hand control display, and much more. It shows you basic information about the object being viewed (such as the object's name, catalog designation, type, magnitude, and so forth). In addition to this basic information, there is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects. The display can also show you the right ascension and declination coordinates at which the scope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlignment on the sky and go-to accuracy: No polar alignment finderscope is available for the CGX-L mount, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise polar alignment in mere minutes for long exposure astrophotography. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accurately polar align your scope, first do a reasonably-accurate mechanical alignment of the mount on the celestial pole by eye. To make this initial alignment quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. Next, use the mount's standard two-star alignment method to align your scope on the sky. Select a suitable bright star from the NexStar hand control's data base and slew your telescope to the star. A star near the meridian and close to the celestial equator will give the most accurate alignment results. Then, press the Align button on the hand control and select Polar Align: Align Mount from the hand control menu. Your telescope will re-slew to the alignment star and ask you to center it in the eyepiece in order to \"Sync\" on the star. After you sync on the star, your telescope will automatically slew to the position that the star should be at if your mount was accurately polar aligned. Use the mount's altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to place the star in the center of the eyepiece and press the Align button. That's all there is to it! Your CGX-L mount is now accurately aligned on the celestial pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the telescope's tracking may be very good after alignment, pointing accuracy may need to be improved (particularly if you are trying to located small objects on a CCD chip), depending on how close your initial mechanical alignment was on the pole, and by much the mount had to be moved during polar alignment. If that's the case, you can easily update your telescope's star alignment in a minute or two if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce polar aligned, several different sky alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer to line up the scope on the celestial sphere, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. These include 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, and 1-Star Align,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a standard hand control alignment, the CGX-L computer has the ability to center a star in your telescope's eyepiece or on a CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using the NexStar computer's advanced pointing features (such as Calibration Stars, Sync, and Precise Go-To) further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky. The high precision pointing subroutine (Precise Go-To) in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope. Other software features include: database filter limits, a mount hibernate mode, and user-defined slew limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd 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The advanced Fastar-compatible EdgeHD optical system uses a dedicated dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube to reduce off-axis coma and produce aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography). Even better, those EdgeHD optics are mounted on a rock-solid Celestron CGX-L go-to German equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optics deliver an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than standard Schmidt-Cassegrains and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. 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Simply adding an optional accessory lens to the unique Fastar-compatible EdgeHD optics lets you make quick work of recording wide-field images of faint deep space objects by cutting the scope's focal ratio to a phenomenally-fast f\/2. Combine that immense light-gathering power and super-fast focal ratio with the newly-designed Celestron CGX-L go-to German equatorial mount and you have a mount\/OTA combination that is ideal for very serious imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's advanced NexStar computer hand control makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\" aperture (3910mm focal length f\/11). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. The 31\" long aluminum optical tube has a large handle on the rear cell and weighs 45 pounds, making it a reasonable task to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" icon in the support tab above above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two cooling vents on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio. An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the scope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/11 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension locks hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (when moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. 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It is more stable because the center of gravity is directly over the center of its base, and more portable because it can be broken down into smaller component parts than a fork-mount telescope for easy storage and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German equatorial mount offers easier balancing; unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a long camera equipment train that can't bump into the drive base, as is the case with many fork-mounted scopes; and whole sky access that many fork-mounted scopes can't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron has looked to update the way that people interact with their equipment. This quest has brought out a new EQ Mount Series, the CGX. 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There are two auxillary ports as well as an autoguider port. The internal cabling of the CGX-L mount works hand in hand with these new ports on the saddle helping the imager in all of us manage our cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The dovetail saddle plate is longer for added stability and will also accept both Vixen\/AVX and Losmandy\/Celestron D Style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. There are built in home and limit sensors. The home sensor will take the scope back to its home position at any time and the limit sensor will prevent the mount from slewing past a certain point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. There are also built-in mechanical hard stops to prevent an instrument from damage should you forget to lock the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount head contains 144mm worm wheels in both Right Ascension and Declination. The improved drive system uses a belt-driven worm gear that is spring loaded. The significance of this is it allows the drive to maintain optimum gear mesh for smoother tracking and less backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires 2.5 amp 12 VDC power to operate. The maximum 2.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally considerably less than half the maximum draw. The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed power management electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motor so that it is capable of driving the mount even when your scope not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX-L to have the payload capacity of that of much larger (and expensive) mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual no-tool polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. If serious long exposure astrophotography is in your plans, the special All-Star Polar Alignment software described below allows you to choose any bright alignment star for a software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis, even if you can't see the North Star. The mount also has upgraded adjustments for Latitude and Azimuth. Large one hand knobs make moving a full loaded mount head a dream with a simple twist of the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount comes with one 22 pound counterweight. The counterweight locks in place on the 5 pound steel counterweight shaft with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance your scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGX-L mount's adjustable height Super HD tripod has 2.75\" diameter stainless steel legs. The height adjustment leg locks are on the inside of the tripod legs to keep them from snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity, with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension. The upper leg brace forms a convenient tray that holds eyepieces and accessories, as well as a slot to hold your smart phone or tablet, to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. This tray is a new design that will allow you to keep it attached while you fold the legs up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting an optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical tubes are installed on the CGX-L mount using a slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style\/Losmandy D-plate dovetail or a Celestron AVX\/CG5\/Vixen slide bar. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount in declination, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, with large hand-tighten knobs holding the optical tube in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NexStar computer hand control of the CGX-L mount has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars, deep space objects, and solar system objects it can locate for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms. It contains enough fascinating objects to keep you busy observing for the rest of your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can quickly find any of those objects at your command, and track them with high accuracy for visual observing or astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. This display leads you through the steps necessary to line up the scope on the sky, locate objects, control scope functions like the brightness of the hand control display, and much more. It shows you basic information about the object being viewed (such as the object's name, catalog designation, type, magnitude, and so forth). In addition to this basic information, there is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects. The display can also show you the right ascension and declination coordinates at which the scope is aimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment on the sky and go-to accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e  A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise polar alignment in mere minutes for long exposure astrophotography. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres.  You can however purchase the optional polar axis finder if you wish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accurately polar align your scope, first do a reasonably-accurate mechanical alignment of the mount on the celestial pole by eye. To make this initial alignment quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. Next, use the mount's standard two-star alignment method to align your scope on the sky. Select a suitable bright star from the NexStar hand control's data base and slew your telescope to the star. A star near the meridian and close to the celestial equator will give the most accurate alignment results. Then, press the Align button on the hand control and select Polar Align: Align Mount from the hand control menu. Your telescope will re-slew to the alignment star and ask you to center it in the eyepiece in order to \"Sync\" on the star. After you sync on the star, your telescope will automatically slew to the position that the star should be at if your mount was accurately polar aligned. Use the mount's altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to place the star in the center of the eyepiece and press the Align button. That's all there is to it! Your CGE Pro mount is now accurately aligned on the celestial pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the telescope's tracking may be very good after alignment, pointing accuracy may need to be improved (particularly if you are trying to located small objects on a CCD chip), depending on how close your initial mechanical alignment was on the pole, and by much the mount had to be moved during polar alignment. If that's the case, you can easily update your telescope's star alignment in a minute or two if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce polar aligned, several different sky alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer to line up the scope on the celestial sphere, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. These include 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, and 1-Star Align,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a standard hand control alignment, the CGX-L computer has the ability to center a star in your telescope's eyepiece or on a CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using the NexStar computer's advanced pointing features (such as Calibration Stars, Sync, and Precise Go-To) further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky. The high precision pointing subroutine (Precise Go-To) in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope. Other software features include: database filter limits, a mount hibernate mode, and user-defined slew limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGPS compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e3910mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e55 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e650x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputer GoTo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e243 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.32 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e23mm Luminos\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e15.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated Fastar-compatible EdgeHD high definition 14\" f\/11 optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to fully computerized CGE Pro German equatorial mount with three 22 lb. counterweights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty adjustable height metal tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40,000+ object computer hand control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePPEC (Permanent Periodic Error Compensation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS-232 port for connection to a PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexRemote remote telescope control software with RS-232 cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCD autoguider port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 x 50mm finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" star diagonal with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" 23mm Axiom 82° field eyepiece (170x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V DC car battery cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust covers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40221668278345,"sku":"CGXL14HD","price":8999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/17731.jpg?v=1662967845"},{"product_id":"celestron-80lcm-80mm-f-11-achromatic-go-to-altazimuth-refractor","title":"Celestron 80 LCM 80mm f\/11 Achromatic Go-To Altazimuth Refractor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Product Has Been Discontinued And This Is Here for Informational Purposes Only. It Is No Longer For  Sale.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron 80LCM is a substantial, yet very affordable and very portable, 80mm refractor on a battery-operated computerized go-to mount that will get you and the whole family up close and personal with the sky by night and nature by day . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron 80LCM telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• 80mm f\/11.25 fully-coated achromatic refractor optics \u003cbr\u003e• computerized go-to altazimuth mount \u003cbr\u003e• pre-assembled aluminum tripod\u003cbr\u003e• StarPointer red dot finder \u003cbr\u003e• 25mm (36x) and 9mm (100x) 1.25\" eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e• 1.25\" 90° star diagonal \u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't have to know anything about right ascension and declination or how to find the north celestial pole or how to read a star chart to find your way around the sky with the Celestron 80LCM 80mm go-to refractor. Its easy SkyAlign alignment technology and StarPointer red dot LED finder make lining up on the sky a breeze. Once aligned, the scope's NexStar-technology computer hand control will find more than 4,000 celestial objects for you and will track them unerringly while you observe at your leisure. With its pre-assembled adjustable height aluminum tripod and easy no-tool assembly, the Celestron 80LCM can be up and ready to take you on a tour of the Universe in a matter of minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron 80LCM is a good choice for a beginning astronomer who wants to do some more-than-casual looking at the heavens, but at a surprisingly inexpensive price. This Celestron 80LCM has 80mm achromatic refractor optics with 77% more light gathering capacity than a 60mm scope. That means visibly brighter deep space images and the ability to see many more faint objects than a 60mm scope could ever hope to show. It has a third higher resolution than a 60mm scope as well, to let you see more sharper and detailed views of the Moon, planets, binary stars, and star clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron 80LCM has all the features and optical performance needed to keep a casual backyard astronomer happily observing for years to come. And it can be used for terrestrial observing, too - birdwatching, scanning the scenery from the home with a view, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAchromatic refractor optical system:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80mm aperture (900mm focal length f\/11.25) aluminum tube. The tube is connected to the mount by a no-tool quick release dovetail for fast assembly. Fully coated optics for high light transmission and good contrast. A good-sized lens shade is provided to shield the lens from ambient light for improved contrast and retard the formation of dew for maximum uninterrupted observing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e StarPointer non-magnifying variable brightness illuminated red dot finder on a quick-release dovetail mounting bracket. The StarPointer is a quick and easy way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. There's no need to worry about the inverted images you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen in the StarPointer with the desired star in the sky and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" rack and pinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 90° erect image prism that shows you celestial and terrestrial sights oriented the same way you see them with your bare eye. 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An optional AC adapter and rechargeable battery pack are available to conserve battery life. For more details, click on the \"mount\" icon above.Usable day or night, this LCM scope can be used to observe wildlife and sights on the ground during the day, as well as the Moon, planets, star clusters and more in the sky at night. Light enough for a youngster to take out on their own, this is a scope that will get more family use than you might expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLCM computer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar-technology computer hand control has an illuminated numeric keypad and a two-line 16-character LCD display. It has a database of 4,033 stars and objects it can find and track for you, including the complete Messier and Caldwell catalogs of famous deep space objects; a selection of the brightest and best deep space objects from the Revised New General Catalog (NGC); selected SAO stars, including the best variable stars and multiple star systems; the planets; the Moon; the Sun; and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are ready to observe, simply input the date, time, and your location into the LCM computer hand control and use the StarPointer red dot finder to point the telescope at any three bright stars, or to two stars and a bright planet or the Moon. The LCM computer system will automatically align itself on the sky. Then, a few keystrokes on the LCM hand control and the computer automatically will slew your scope to any of the 4,033 objects in its memory you choose and track it so you can observe at your leisure. You can find hundreds of fascinating deep space objects your first night out, even if you have never used a telescope before. No matter what level of experience you start from, your LCM scope will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For more details, click on the \"computer\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The preassembled tripod has aluminum legs to damp vibrations quickly. The center leg brace holds a convenient no-tool quick-release accessory tray to keep your eyepieces and accessories up and out of the dew-soaked grass. 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It has a database of 4,033 stars and objects, including the complete Messier and Caldwell catalogs of famous deep space objects; a selection of the brightest and best deep space objects from the Revised New General Catalog (NGC); selected SAO stars, including the best variable stars and multiple star systems; the planets; the Moon; and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the built-in SkyAlign technology, lining up your 90SLT on the sky each night takes only minutes. Simply input the date, time, and your location into the computer hand control, then use the StarPointer red dot finder to align the telescope on any three bright stars, or to two stars and a bright planet or the Moon. The NexStar computer will automatically align itself with the sky. Then, it takes only a few keystrokes on the computer hand control to have the scope move automatically to your night's first observing target and start tracking it so you can observe at your leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find hundreds of fascinating deep space objects your first night out, even if you have never used a telescope before. No matter what level of experience you start from, your NexStar SLT scope will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For more details, click on the \"SLT computer\" icon above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The preassembled tripod has stainless steel legs to damp vibrations quickly. The center leg brace holds a convenient no-tool quick-release accessory tray to keep your eyepieces and accessories up and out of the dew-soaked grass. 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With its pre-assembled adjustable height steel tripod and easy no-tool assembly, the NexStar 127SLT can be up and ready to take you on a tour of the Universe in a matter of minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 127mm (5\") aperture Maksutov-Cassegrain folded catadioptric optical system of the NexStar 127SLT provides exceptional high contrast\/high resolution solar system images - the phases of Mercury; lunar rilles and craters less than three miles across; Martian polar caps and major dark surface features; cloud belts on Jupiter, with some detail in the belts, plus the shadows of Jupiter's moons on the planet during transits; Cassini's division in Saturn's rings on a regular basis, plus four or five of its moons; Uranus and Neptune visible as very small discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutside the solar system, the high resolution Celestron 127SLT will show you dozens of globular clusters, emission nebulas, planetary nebulas, and galaxies; all of the Messier objects and many of the brighter NGC objects from a dark sky site (with some internal detail visible in many nebulas, although most galaxies will remain relatively featureless hazy patches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 127SLT has all the features and optical performance needed to keep a casual backyard astronomer happily observing for years. 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There's no need to worry about the inverted images you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen in the StarPointer with the desired star in the sky and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal focuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focuses by moving the primary mirror fore and aft in the optical tube by means of a focusing knob on the rear cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 90° prism type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo 1.25\" eyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first is a 25mm providing 60x. The eyepiece field of view is 0.83° across, more than one and a half times the diameter of the full Moon for expansive views of the Moon, star clusters, and terrestrial observing. The second is a 9mm providing 197x for close-up views of the Moon and planets, globular star clusters, binary stars and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single fork arm altazimuth design with pre-installed internal dual DC servo motor drives. A compartment in the drive base accepts eight user-supplied AA batteries for powering the telescope. Selectable lunar, solar, or sidereal (star) tracking rates, with nine different slewing and centering speeds for locating objects (3°\/sec, 2°\/sec, 1°\/sec, and 64x\/32x\/16x\/8x\/4x\/2x the sidereal rates). For more details, click on the \"SLT mount\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied computer hand control has an illuminated numeric keypad and a two-line 16-character LCD display. It has a database of 4,033 stars and objects, including the complete Messier and Caldwell catalogs of famous deep space objects; a selection of the brightest and best deep space objects from the Revised New General Catalog (NGC); selected SAO stars, including the best variable stars and multiple star systems; the planets; the Moon; and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the built-in SkyAlign technology, lining up your 127SLT on the sky each night takes only minutes. Simply input the date, time, and your location into the computer hand control, then use the StarPointer red dot finder to align the telescope on any three bright stars, or to two stars and a bright planet or the Moon. The NexStar computer will automatically align itself with the sky. Then, it takes only a few keystrokes on the computer hand control to have the scope move automatically to your night's first observing target and start tracking it so you can observe at your leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find hundreds of fascinating deep space objects your first night out, even if you have never used a telescope before. No matter what level of experience you start from, your NexStar SLT scope will unfold all the wonders of the Universe for you, your family, and your friends. For more details, click on the \"SLT computer\" icon in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The preassembled tripod has stainless steel legs to damp vibrations quickly. The center leg brace holds a convenient no-tool quick-release accessory tray to keep your eyepieces and accessories up and out of the dew-soaked grass. The height adjustment lock levers are on the inside of the legs to avoid snagging your clothing on them in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127mm (5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500mm (59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9mm (0.35\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e167x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.1 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.91 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e329x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e381mm (15\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e146.05mm (5.75\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.7 lbs (3.95 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 lbs (3.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e762mm - 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Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two knobs spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or on the CCD chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm straight-through achromatic design, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" multicoated prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 40mm Plössl (51x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.8 degrees, over one and a half times the diameter of the full moon, for bright wide-angle deep space views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty die-cast aluminum dual fork arms are rigid and damp vibrations quickly. Carrying handles are built into the fork arms. There's a convenient detachable mounting bracket for the NexStar computer hand control that lets you use the hand control and view information on the two-line display hands-free while using the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe redesigned and re-engineered drive train of the CPC Deluxe mount includes DC slewing\/tracking motors with encoders in both altitude and azimuth. Motor resolution is 0.14 arc seconds. The redesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope smoothly, even when it is not perfectly balanced, and without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new larger 6\" diameter 180-tooth brass altitude and azimuth drive gears are driven by new 0.75\" stainless steel worms in spring-loaded worm blocks to provide smooth slewing and tracking. There are 9 user-selectable speeds from 3° per second slewing down to a precise 0.5x sidereal rate for photographic drive correction. The drives work in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. If long exposure deep space photography is planned, the scope can be converted to equatorial operation by adding an optional wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fork arms and optical tube are supported by a unique roller bearing system that uses both steel and nylon ball bearings rotating around a large 9.8\" azimuth bearing track designed to provide an ultra-stable and smooth polar axis motion and smoother tracking accuracy for long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope includes three preprogrammed drive speeds - sidereal, solar, and lunar. It operates in an altazimuth mode, as well as northern hemisphere equatorial and southern hemisphere equatorial (using an optional equatorial wedge).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is powered by external 12 Volt 2.5 Amp DC power (a car battery or optional rechargeable 12V battery #4517V). The scope cannot be powered by short-lived flashlight batteries. The standard equipment car battery cord and optional AC adapter plug into the drive base. Power and command signals to the declination motor are routed through cordless internal slip ring signal paths. There's no separate external declination cable to connect the drive base to the dec motor as with other scopes, so you don't have to worry about losing a cable or breaking it by tangling the cable around the scope inadvertently while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar Computer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The scope's NexStar computer can show you the planets and thousands of deep space objects at the touch of a button or two the very first night you use your scope - even if you've never used a telescope before! The Celestron CPC's built-in GPS system and easy-to-use SkyAlign software will have you lined up on the sky and observing in minutes. For information on many of the features and capabilities of the NexStar computer and the unique SkyAlign software, click on the \"NexStar computer\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexRemote software:\u003c\/strong\u003e NexRemote telescope control software allows you to control the CPC Deluxe 800 HD from your personal computer or laptop. NexRemote provides full emulation of every aspect of the Celestron computerized hand control. It lets you align in any tracking mode; go to any database object; setup user objects; put the scope in hibernation; connect to popular planetarium programs; etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to emulating the NexStar hand control, NexRemote adds powerful new features that let you keep your eyes on the stars instead of the LCD by enabling talking computer speech support using your computer's built-in speaker. You can control the objects you want to see and the order that you see them; create and save custom tours by launching NexTour; take wireless control of the telescope with optional gamepad support; connect your personal GPS device to NexRemote using NexGPS; download NexRemote updates online to add the latest features; and more. The NexRemote software includes an RS-232 cable to connect the CPC Deluxe 800 HD to a PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The new heavy duty tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs. It has a metal lower tensioning spider and an upgraded aluminum upper center leg brace for rigidity and rapid vibration dampening. The leg brace also doubles as an accessory tray with holes to safely hold eyepieces up out of the dew-soaked grass and close at hand. A locating pin on the top of the tripod automatically centers the scope on the tripod for easy assembly in the dark. A single hand-tighten lever per leg locks in the tripod height adjustment. The levers are on the insides of the legs, to avoid snagging on clothing in the dark. The tripod adjusts in height over a 30\" to 45\" range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2032mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e43 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e406x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized GoTo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e70 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40mm 1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" f\/10 Starbright XLT multicoated EdgeHD flat field optics in aluminum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMirror locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube vents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to fully computerized go-to dual fork arm mount with carrying handles, supported by a steel and nylon roller bearing on a 9.8\" diameter track, dual axis worm gear DC motor drive with spring-loaded worm blocks and a 6\" brass gear and a 0.75\" stainless steel worm gear in each axis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty adjustable height metal tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar 40,000+ object computer hand control with SkyAlign three-star alignment, plus auto two-star align, one-star align, EQ align, and solar system align\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne star polar alignment using unique built-in All-Star software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePPEC (Permanent Periodic Error Compensation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS-232 port for connection to a PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate CCD autoguider and auxiliary ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50mm finderscope in spring-loaded quick release bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" star diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" 40mm Plössl eyepiece (51x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V DC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust covers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40221673521225,"sku":"CPC8HD","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/19439.jpg?v=1662968006"},{"product_id":"celestron-cpc-deluxe-925-hd-9-25-go-to-altazimuth-sct-with-edgehd-optics","title":"Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD 9.25\" Go-To Altazimuth SCT with EdgeHD Optics 11008","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor the many observers who feel 9.25\" is the sweet spot in Celestron's optical lineup, we have a treat - award-winning 9.25\" Celestron \u003cem\u003eEdgeHD \u003c\/em\u003eoptics, mounted on a newly re-engineered and upgraded Celestron CPC fork mount, for a brilliant blend of high performance optics and mechanics that many people will find irresistible . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• 9.25\" EdgeHD high definition aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain optics \u003cbr\u003e• StarBright XLT optical multicoatings for the highest possible light transmission\u003cbr\u003e• Fastar compatible optical system for optional f\/2 imaging\u003cbr\u003e• 2\" 23mm 82° field Luminos eyepiece (102x) \u003cbr\u003e• mirror locks to reduce image shift during imaging \u003cbr\u003e• tube vents for faster cooldown and greater temperature stability\u003cbr\u003e• re-engineered drive train and roller bearing design for greater drive accuracy \u003cbr\u003e• NexStar go-to computer hand control with 40,000+ object database \u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty \u003cbr\u003e• and much more\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD telescope has the most talked-about improvement in optics in years - Celestron's EdgeHD flat field optical system - a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Celestron's renowned Starbright XLT multicoatings on every optical surface, the EdgeHD optics give you maximum light throughput across the widest possible visual and photographic spectrum. The CPC Deluxe 925 HD's immense light grasp, over 1100 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose award-winning 9.25\" EdgeHD optics are mounted on a newly-upgraded Celestron CPC go-to mount with SkyAlign and GPS that makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensible price of the CPC Deluxe 925 HD with EdgeHD optics and Starbright XLT coatings puts true astrographic-quality imaging and tack-sharp visual astronomy within the grasp of almost everyone. While its two components are not exactly feather light at 85 pounds total, and with a heaviest single component weight of 58 pounds, the CPC Deluxe 925 HD is still a scope that many dedicated individuals can set up on their own - either in their back yard or at a distant dark sky site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of the 9.25\" optical system, subtly different in the focal ratios of the primary and secondary mirrors from other Celestron SCTs, produces high contrast images that many advanced observers feel are the best in the Celestron line-up. The new EdgeHD CPC Deluxe 925 HD is a scope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can enjoy for years and years to come, without ever running out of things to see and photograph through its superb flat field 9.25\" EdgeHD optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Dual-element Schott glass field flattener lens permanently mounted in the central baffle tube. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multicoatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. They also increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two cooling vents located on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak optical performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio. An optional Fastar\/Hyperstar lens assembly replaces the telescope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror support knobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror support knobs hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (while moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two knobs spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or on the CCD chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm straight-through achromatic design, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" multicoated first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" 23mm 82° Luminos (102x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.8° across, over one and a half times wider than the the diameter of the full moon, for bright wide-angle deep space views. The Luminos eyepiece is optimized to deliver pinpoint images when used with a flat field telescope such as this EdgeHD model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFork mount\/drive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty die-cast aluminum dual fork arms are rigid and damp vibrations quickly. Carrying handles are built into the fork arms. There's a convenient detachable mounting bracket for the NexStar computer hand control that lets you use the hand control and view information on the two-line display hands-free while using the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe redesigned and re-engineered drive train of the CPC Deluxe mount includes DC slewing\/tracking motors with encoders in both altitude and azimuth. Motor resolution is 0.14 arc seconds. The redesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope smoothly, even when it is not perfectly balanced, and without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new larger 6\" diameter 180-tooth brass altitude and azimuth drive gears are driven by new 0.75\" stainless steel worms in spring-loaded worm blocks to provide smooth slewing and tracking. There are 9 user-selectable speeds from 3° per second slewing down to a precise 0.5x sidereal rate for photographic drive correction. The drives work in the altazimuth mode (right\/left up\/down) to locate and track objects for visual use and casual solar system photography. If long exposure deep space photography is planned, the scope can be converted to equatorial operation by adding an optional wedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fork arms and optical tube are supported by a unique roller bearing system that uses both steel and nylon ball bearings rotating around a large 9.8\" azimuth bearing track designed to provide an ultra-stable and smooth polar axis motion and smoother tracking accuracy for long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope includes three preprogrammed drive speeds - sidereal, solar, and lunar. It operates in an altazimuth mode, as well as northern hemisphere equatorial and southern hemisphere equatorial (using an optional equatorial wedge).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is powered by external 12 Volt 2.5 Amp DC power (a car battery or optional rechargeable 12V battery #4517V). The scope cannot be powered by short-lived flashlight batteries. The standard equipment car battery cord and optional AC adapter plug into the drive base. Power and command signals to the declination motor are routed through cordless internal slip ring signal paths. There's no separate external declination cable to connect the drive base to the dec motor as with other scopes, so you don't have to worry about losing a cable or breaking it by tangling the cable around the scope inadvertently while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar Computer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The scope's NexStar computer can show you the planets and thousands of deep space objects at the touch of a button or two the very first night you use your scope - even if you've never used a telescope before! The Celestron CPC's built-in GPS system and easy-to-use SkyAlign software will have you lined up on the sky and observing in minutes. For information on many of the features and capabilities of the NexStar computer and the unique SkyAlign software, click on the \"NexStar computer\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexRemote software:\u003c\/strong\u003e NexRemote telescope control software allows you to control the CPC Deluxe 925 HD from your personal computer or laptop. NexRemote provides full emulation of every aspect of the Celestron computerized hand control. It lets you align in any tracking mode; go to any database object; setup user objects; put the scope in hibernation; connect to popular planetarium programs; etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to emulating the NexStar hand control, NexRemote adds powerful new features that let you keep your eyes on the stars instead of the LCD by enabling talking computer speech support using your computer's built-in speaker. You can control the objects you want to see and the order that you see them; create and save custom tours by launching NexTour; take wireless control of the telescope with optional gamepad support; connect your personal GPS device to NexRemote using NexGPS; download NexRemote updates online to add the latest features; and more. The NexRemote software includes an RS-232 cable to connect the CPC Deluxe 925 HD to a PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The new heavy duty tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs. It has a metal lower tensioning spider and an upgraded aluminum upper center leg brace for rigidity and rapid vibration dampening. The leg brace also doubles as an accessory tray with holes to safely hold eyepieces up out of the dew-soaked grass and close at hand. A locating pin on the top of the tripod automatically centers the scope on the tripod for easy assembly in the dark. A single hand-tighten lever per leg locks in the tripod height adjustment. The levers are on the insides of the legs, to avoid snagging on clothing in the dark. 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The CPC Deluxe 1100 HD's immense light grasp, almost 1600 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose award-winning 11\" EdgeHD optics are mounted on a newly-upgraded Celestron CPC go-to mount with SkyAlign and GPS that makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensible price of the CPC Deluxe 1100 HD with EdgeHD optics and Starbright XLT coatings puts true astrographic-quality imaging and tack-sharp visual astronomy within the grasp of almost everyone. While its two components are not exactly feather light at 93 pounds total, and with a heaviest single component weight of 66 pounds, the CPC Deluxe 1100 HD is still a scope that many dedicated individuals can set up on their own - either in their back yard or at a distant dark sky site. The new EdgeHD CPC Deluxe 1100 HD is a scope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can enjoy for years and years to come, without ever running out of things to see and photograph through its superb flat field 11\" EdgeHD optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\" aperture (2800mm focal length f\/10). Dual-element Schott glass field flattener lens permanently mounted in the central baffle tube. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multicoatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. They also increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. 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This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror support knobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror support knobs hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (while moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two knobs spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or on the CCD chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm straight-through achromatic design, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" multicoated first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" 23mm 82° Luminos (122x). 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The standard equipment car battery cord and optional AC adapter plug into the drive base. Power and command signals to the declination motor are routed through cordless internal slip ring signal paths. There's no separate external declination cable to connect the drive base to the dec motor as with other scopes, so you don't have to worry about losing a cable or breaking it by tangling the cable around the scope inadvertently while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar Computer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The scope's NexStar computer can show you the planets and thousands of deep space objects at the touch of a button or two the very first night you use your scope - even if you've never used a telescope before! The Celestron CPC's built-in GPS system and easy-to-use SkyAlign software will have you lined up on the sky and observing in minutes. 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The substantial 6\" aperture of this Celestron reflector makes it an excellent scope for all-around solar system and deep space observing alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Advanced VX 6\" Newtonian telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• fast focal ratio 6\" f\/5 Newtonian reflector optics\u003cbr\u003e• heavy-duty Advanced Series computerized go-to equatorial mount and tripod\u003cbr\u003e• 6 x 30mm finderscope\u003cbr\u003e• 20mm Plössl eyepiece (38x) for a wide 1.3° field of view\u003cbr\u003e• bright wide angle deep space views, plus high-contrast performance inside the solar system\u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron AVX6N is a 6\" fast focal ratio\/wide field reflector optical tube on a robust go-to computerized German equatorial mount. The substantial 6\" aperture of this Celestron reflector makes it an excellent scope for all-around solar system and deep space observing alike. It has 459x the light-gathering capacity of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, allowing you to see faint deep space wonders that would be otherwise invisible. The go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those objects easy and automatic, so you spend more of your time looking at celestial wonders, and less time looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron reflector works well visually from many city and suburban sites, as its f\/5 focal ratio keeps moderately light-polluted sky backgrounds reasonably dark to avoid washing out faint nebula detail. As with any scope, however, transporting the Celestron AVX6N to a dark sky observing site will markedly improve its performance on broad, faint deep sky objects at low powers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the 750mm focal length of this Celestron makes it easy to achieve the high powers needed for detailed lunar and planetary observing. Simply add an optional Barlow lens, and\/or additional optional higher power eyepieces, and this Celestron telescope will provide you with crisp and sharply detailed close-up views of the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's lightweight optical tube and easily assembled go-to mount make it quick to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and reasonable price for a go-to scope make it an excellent buy for the beginning and advanced astronomer alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonian reflector optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\" aperture (750mm focal length f\/5 parabolic primary mirror), guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. The optical tube is black-finished aluminum, to allow the mirrors to cool to ambient temperature more quickly. Also, the lower end of the tube is sealed to reduce image-degrading thermal currents within the optical tube. These features extend your undisturbed viewing time by minimizing the time you have to wait for the images to stabilize after you take your C6N outside in the cold air of late fall or winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's tube end rings are sturdy die cast aluminum, to protect the tube during transport and provide exceptionally rigid support for the optics. The mirror cell's six-screw push\/pull locking collimation system keeps the primary mirror aligned far longer than conventional mirror cells - so you spend more time observing, and less time adjusting the optics. The lightweight optical tube rotates in its felt-lined die cast cradle rings to bring the focuser and finder to the most comfortable viewing position. The mounting rings even include a built-in piggyback mount for wide field astrophotography. The 27\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 10 lbs., making it easy to transport and assemble in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7° field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" metal rack and pinion type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 20mm Plössl (38x). The 1.3° field of the eyepiece is more than two and a half times the diameter of the Moon, for exciting views of large objects such as the Pleiades and the Lagoon Nebula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e This scope's new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes (30 lbs and under). It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 17 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus two 11 lb counterweights), as it provides all the performance of their larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12Vbattery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17amp hour capacity Power Tank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe  sliding 11 pound counterweight is locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Snap-on covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The scope includes Celestron's unique All-Star computerized polar alignment that lets you do an accurate polar alignment even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has an internal clock and a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC,and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing,such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp;amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. The NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. There are two AUX ports, an autoguider port, and an RS-232 communication port on the hand control that allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. You can choose two-star align, quick align, one-star align, last alignment, or solar system align. Each of these computer-guided alignment methods is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitive scope can do. With the Advanced VX Series go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning the scope on the sky becomes almost as easy as simply turning the scope on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs with a center leg brace for rigidity, with excellent damping characteristics. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast,as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"max-width: 500px;\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e750mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25 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VX Series computerized go-to equatorial mount and tripod\u003cbr\u003e• 9 x 50mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e• 2\" rack and pinion focuser with 1.25\" adapter \u003cbr\u003e• 20mm Plössl eyepiece (60x) with a wide 1.3° field of view \u003cbr\u003e• full multicoatings for high-contrast images of both solar system and deep space objects \u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron AVX6R telescope is a 6\" aperture achromatic refractor optical tube on a robust go-to computerized German equatorial mount. The optics are sharp and well suited to serious deep space observing of binary stars, star clusters, and the brighter nebulas and galaxies . . . as well as the excellent high contrast planetary and lunar images for which refractors are famous. The new VX Series go-to mount makes finding and following over 40,000 of those objects easy and automatic, so you spend more of your time looking at celestial wonders, and less time looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome chromatic aberration is visible on stars and objects brighter than 2nd or 3rd magnitude, as you would expect in an achromatic refractor with such a large aperture and fast focal ratio. However, the spurious color is well-controlled and not unreasonable, thanks to careful optical design, and has little effect on deep space observing of nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters. Most observers feel the relatively limited amount of chromatic aberration visible on the Moon and planets is a small price to pay for the scope's many other virtues of sharpness, contrast, and optical clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's lightweight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it quick to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and reasonable price for a go-to scope make it an excellent buy for the beginning and advanced astronomer alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAchromatic refractor optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\" aperture precision ground and polished crown and flint glass doublet (1200mm focal length f\/8), guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. The 51\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 19 lb (8.6 kg), making it easy to transport and assemble in the field. An aluminum dew shield reduces dewing to extend your observing time and blocks ambient light to improve your contrast. The f\/8 focal ratio pairs well with Celestron Nightscape CCD cameras for imaging the brighter deep space objects, and with the Celestron NexImage 5 Solar System Imager for lunar and planetary imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulticoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e High light transmission anti-reflection multicoatings are standard equipment on all air to glass surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6x30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8° field of view. Focuses by loosening the trim ring behind the objective lens cell, screwing the lens cell in or out to focus, and tightening the trim ring to lock in the correct focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" rack and pinion type, with removable 1.25\" accessory adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type. For peak performance, some observers have found that upgrading the supplied star diagonal to a premium version, such as the 99% reflectivity dielectric multicoated Astro-Tech 1.25\" AT1D and 2\" AT2D, pays visible dividends in sharpness and contrast during high magnification observing. A set of optional vibration suppression pads under the tripod feet will likewise improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 20mm Plössl (60x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.83 degrees, two-thirds larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e This scope's new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes (30 lbs and under). It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 17 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus two 11 lb counterweights), as it provides all the performance of their larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity Power Tank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two sliding 11 pound counterweights are locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Snap-on covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads #4525 under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The scope includes Celestron's unique All-Star computerized polar alignment that lets you do an accurate polar alignment even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has an internal clock and a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. The NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. There are two AUX ports, an autoguider port, and an RS-232 communication port on the hand control that allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. You can choose two-star align, quick align, one-star align, last alignment, or solar system align. Each of these computer-guided alignment methods is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitive scope can do. With the Advanced VX Series go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning the scope on the sky becomes almost as easy as simply turning the scope on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs with a center leg brace for rigidity, with excellent damping characteristics. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"max-width: 500px;\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e19 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e300x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e76 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eFully multicoated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.76 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e20mm Plossl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eRefractor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6x30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e13.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481974157385,"sku":"AVX6R","price":1899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20047.jpg?v=1675378960"},{"product_id":"celestron-6-advanced-vx-series-go-to-equatorial-schmidt-cassegrain","title":"Celestron 6\" Advanced VX Series Go-To Equatorial Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThis Celestron AVX6SC telescope is a quality 6\" Schmidt-Cassegrain on a robust go-to computerized German equatorial mount with features optimized for astrophotography. Big enough and good enough to do some serious imaging, but light enough to quickly set up and use anytime the urge to observe hits you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Advanced VX 6\" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• compact diffraction-limited Schmidt-Cassegrain optics\u003cbr\u003e• Starbright XLT full multicoatings\u003cbr\u003e• heavy-duty Advanced VX computerized go-to equatorial mount and tripod\u003cbr\u003e• 6 x 30mm finderscope\u003cbr\u003e• 20mm Plössl eyepiece (75x) \u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6\" Celestron AVX6SC Advanced Series Schmidt-Cassegrain is a great alternative to costly competitive 6\" Maksutovs. It is priced $500 less than a competitive 6\" go-to Mak that doesn't have the clear optical advantage of Celestron's state-of-the-art XLT multicoatings. Across the full photo\/visual spectrum from 400nm to 750nm, independent laboratory tests show the new Starbright XLT coatings are 16% brighter than even Celestron's legendary original Starbright multicoatings - long the industry standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe go-to mount of this Celestron AVX6SC Advanced Series Schmidt-Cassegrain makes finding over 40,000 celestial objects easy and automatic, so you spend more of your time looking at and photographing celestial wonders, and less time looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope works well visually from city and suburban sites, as its 6\" aperture and f\/10 focal ratio keeps moderately light-polluted sky backgrounds reasonably dark to avoid washing out faint nebula detail. As with any scope, however, transporting the Celestron AVX6S to a dark sky observing site will markedly improve its performance on broad, faint deep sky objects at low powers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1500mm focal length of this Celestron makes it easy to achieve the high powers needed for detailed lunar and planetary observing. Simply add an optional Barlow lens, and\/or additional optional higher power eyepieces, and this Celestron telescope will provide you with crisp and sharply detailed close-up views of the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's lightweight optical tube and easily assembled go-to mount make it quick to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and reasonable price for a go-to scope make it an excellent buy for the beginning and advanced astronomer alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\" aperture (1500mm focal length f\/10) aluminum tube, 16\" long, weighing 10 lbs. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. Celestron orange finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT full-multicoatings:\u003c\/strong\u003e This state-of-the-art coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirrors enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. Starbright XLT multicoatings give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during photography. They also visibly increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with standard coatings or multicoatings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA review of the 6\" Celestron XLT optics in Sky \u0026amp; Telescope said of the XLT multicoating, \"its effectiveness is readily apparent under certain lighting angles where the corrector virtually disappears, leaving the secondary seemingly suspended in midair.\" Of the optical quality, the review said \"excellent optics . . . Saturn and its system of faint moons proved to be a good test of the C6's light grasp, resolution, and image contrast. With an 8mm eyepiece, the planet's crisp globe revealed delicate cloud banding rendered in faithful color, while the Cassini Division in the rings was obvious for its entire visible extent. Despite the moonlight and heavy local light pollution, 10th-magnitude Tethys, just 7 arcseconds from Saturn's northern limb, was easily seen with direct vision. Intra- and extra-focal image of stars revealed the C6 to smooth and very well corrected optics. For some additional information on the 6\" XLT multicoatings, click on the link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7° field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e internal moving mirror focusing. Pre-loaded ball-bearings support the focuser mechanism, rather than the bushings used on some competitive scopes. This minimizes image shift during focusing so no external rear cell electric focuser is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual and photographic accessories such as a star diagonal, tele-extender, off-axis guider, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" multicoated prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 20mm Plössl (75x). The 0.66° field of the eyepiece is almost a third larger than the full Moon, for exciting views of globular star clusters and the smaller nebulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount: This scope's new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes (30 lbs and under). It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 17 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus one 11 lb counterweight), as it provides all the performance of Celestron's larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity Power Tank (#4517V) is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. A Celestron AC adapter (#2338PRO) is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sliding 11 pound counterweight is locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Snap-on covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads (#4525) under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The scope includes Celestron's unique All-Star computerized polar alignment that lets you do an accurate polar alignment even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has an internal clock and a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC,and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing,such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp;amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. The NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. There are two AUX ports, an autoguider port, and anRS-232 communication port on the hand control that allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. You can choose two-star align, quick align, one-star align, last alignment, or solar system align. Each of these computer-guided alignment methods is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitive scope can do. 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The advanced EdgeHD optical design has a dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube that reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Sky \u0026amp; Telescope said in their Hot Product for 2010 citation for the EdgeHD optics, \"the EdgeHD series represents the first major redesign of the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system that Celestron introduced in the 1960s. The addition of a two-element field flattener and coma corrector in the scope's main baffle tube produces pinpoint star images across the whole field of today's large-format CCD cameras. And the new mirror-support system reduces the image shift that was often the bane of the earlier Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optical system delivers an astrograph-quality focal plane that is more than three times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than other competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. This guarantees you visibly sharp stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Celestron's renowned Starbright XLT multicoatings on every optical surface, and the EdgeHD optic design gives you maximum light throughput across the widest possible visual and photographic spectrum. The CGEM 800HD's light grasp of almost 850 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth and precise Celestron AVX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, rather than looking for them. The AVX mount combines portability and premium-level performance with a payload capacity of 30 pounds. This makes for rock-steady imaging and visual observing with the light weight 8\" Celestron EdgeHD optical system, whole keeping the system very portable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensible price of the AVX8HD with Starbright XLT coatings makes true astrographic-quality imaging and visual astronomy available at a reasonable price for almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb flat-field reduced-coma optics and very reasonable price for afull-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that willmake advanced backyard astronomer very happy for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" aperture (2032mm focal length f\/10). Built-in dual-element field flattener lens in the central baffle tube. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. The 17\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 14 pounds and has a large handle on the rear cell, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multicoatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. 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An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the telescope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo assure repeatability when you switch between Fastar and conventional imaging, the scope's optical tube is opto-mechanically aligned on a laser bench during manufacture so that all components are axially symmetric in any configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. 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Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8° field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 40mm Plössl (51x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.84 degrees, almost 70% larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e This scope's Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for telescopes 30 lbs and under. It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 26 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus one 11 lb counterweight), as it provides all the performance of their larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity Power Tank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sliding 11 pound counterweight is locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads #4525 under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The scope includes Celestron's unique All-Star computerized polar alignment that lets you do an accurate polar alignment even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs with a center leg brace for rigidity, with excellent damping characteristics. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. The tripod can be adjusted to put the mount height anywhere from 44\" to 64\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The Vixen-style dovetail on the mount allows you to use other optical tubes on the Advanced VX mount, adding to the scope's versatility.second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control, which has user-selectable multiple language display (English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. An RS-232 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Both two-star and more-accurate three-star computer guided alignment methods are easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitive scope can do. With the Advanced Series go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning the scope on the sky becomes almost as easy as simply turning the scope on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2032mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e18 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e405x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40mm 1.25\" Plossl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9 x 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated 8\" f\/10 Fastar-compatible EdgeHD optics; 9 x 50mm finderscope; 1.25\" star diagonal with 1.25\" visual back; 1.25\" 40mm Plössl eyepiece (51x); dust covers; CG-5 (Vixen-style) dovetail mounting rail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481974222921,"sku":"AVX8HD","price":2339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20049.jpg?v=1675378964"},{"product_id":"celestron-8-advanced-vx-series-go-to-equatorial-newtonian","title":"Celestron 8\" Advanced VX Series Go-To Equatorial Newtonian","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron AVX8N telescope is an 8\" fast focal ratio f\/5 wide field reflector optical tube on a heavy-duty go-to computerized German equatorial mount. 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The big 8\" aperture of this Celestron reflector makes it an excellent scope for all-around solar system and deep space observing alike. It has a whopping 843x the light-gathering capacity of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, allowing you to see faint deep space wonders that would be otherwise invisible. The go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those objects easy and automatic, so you spend more of your time looking at celestial wonders, and less time looking for them. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Celestron telescope works well visually from many suburban sites, as its f\/5 focal ratio keeps moderately light-polluted sky backgrounds reasonably dark to avoid washing out faint nebula detail. As with any scope, however, transporting the Celestron AVX8N to a dark sky observing site will markedly improve its performance on broad, faint deep sky objects at low powers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the 1000mm focal length of this Celestron makes it easy to achieve the high powers needed for detailed lunar and planetary observing. Simply add an optional Barlow lens, and\/or additional optional higher power eyepieces, and this Celestron telescope will provide you with crisp and sharply detailed close-upviews of the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's lightweight optical tube and easily assembled go-to mount make it quick to set up and enjoy- either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and reasonable price for a go-to scope make it an excellent buy for the beginning and advanced astronomer alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonian reflector optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\"aperture (1000mm focal length f\/5 parabolic primary mirror), guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. The optical tube is black-finished aluminum, to allow the mirrors to cool to ambient temperature more quickly. Also, the lower end of the tube is sealed to reduce image-degrading thermal currents within the optical tube. These features extend your undisturbed viewing time by minimizing the time you have to wait for the images to stabilize after you take your AVX8N outside in the cold air of late fall or winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope's tube end rings are sturdy die cast aluminum, to protect the tube during transport and provide exceptionally rigid support for the optics. The mirror cell's six-screw push\/pull locking collimation system keeps the primary mirror aligned far longer than conventional mirror cells - so you spend more time observing, and less time adjusting the optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightweight optical tube rotates in its felt-lined die cast cradle rings to bring the focuser and finder to the most comfortable viewing position.The mounting rings even include a built-in piggyback mount for wide field astrophotography. The 37\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 20 lbs., making it easy to transport and assemble in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8°field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" metal rack and pinion type with 1.25\" eyepiece adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 20mm Plössl (50x). 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It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 17 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus an 11 lb counterweight), as it provides all the performance of Celestron's larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity PowerTank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged many times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sliding 11 pound counterweights are locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Snap-on covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads #4525 under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. 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The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer,allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. You can choose two-star align, quick align,one-star align, last alignment, or solar system align. Each of these computer-guided alignment methods is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitive scope can do. With the Advanced VX Series go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning the scope on the sky becomes almost as easy as simply turning the scope on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs with a center leg brace for rigidity, with excellent damping characteristics.The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and take down times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e: All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1000mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e400x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputer Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e67 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e20mm 1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" f\/5 1000mm focal length parabolic mirror Newtonian optics in aluminum optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eheavy duty Advanced VX German equatorial mount with setting circles, and adjustable height steel leg tripod with combined spreader bar\/accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edual-axis slewing\/tracking motors and go-to computerized hand control with 40,000+ star and object database\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9x50mm straight-through finder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20mm 1.25\" Plössl eyepiece (50x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" rack and pinion focuser with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheSkyX First Light Edition planetarium and sky-charting CD-ROM software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481974255689,"sku":"AVX8N","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20050.jpg?v=1675378966"},{"product_id":"celestron-8-advanced-vx-series-go-to-equatorial-schmidt-cassegrain","title":"Celestron 8\" Advanced VX Series Go-To Equatorial Schmidt-Cassegrain","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor decades, the iconic 8\" aperture Celestron C8 Schmidt-Cassegrain was (and very often still is) the dream telescope of most amateur astronomers. The new Celestron AVX8SC with StarBright XLT coatings puts Celestron's decades of telescope-making experience to work to produce the latest version of that dream telescope - an affordable big scope that will make visual observers and astrophotographers alike very happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Advanced VX 8\" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• 8\" f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube\u003cbr\u003e• Starbright XLT optical multicoatings\u003cbr\u003e• heavy-duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to equatorial mount and tripod \u003cbr\u003e• 6 x 30mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e• 20mm Plössl eyepiece (102x)\u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron AVX8SC Advanced VX Series telescope with Starbright XLT coatings is an 8\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube on a newly-designed and refined AVX computerized go-to German equatorial mount. For the ultimate in optical performance from a standard 8\" Schmidt-Cassegrain, it has new Starbright XLT multicoatings that are 16% brighter than original Starbright multicoatings across the entire photo\/visual spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the purely visual observer, its light grasp of almost 850 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail. The go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, not looking for them. Its high-precision AVX mount, with its many features that optimize it for astrophotography, makes serious deep space and solar system imaging a very real possibility for amateur and advanced astrophotographers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron 8\" SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron AVX8SC with Starbright XLT multicoatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" aperture (2032mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. High light transmission Starbright XLT optical multicoatings. The 17\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 13 lbs., making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7 degree field of view. Focuses by loosening the trim ring behind the objective lens cell, screwing the lens cell in or out to focus, and tightening the trim ring to lock in the correct focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 20mm Plössl (102x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.47 degrees, nearly the width of the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount: This scope's new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for telescopes 30 lbs and under. It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 26 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus one 11 lb counterweight), as it provides all the performance of their larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity Power Tank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sliding 11 pound counterweight is locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads #4525 under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The scope includes Celestron's unique All-Star computerized polar alignment that lets you do an accurate polar alignment even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs with a center leg brace for rigidity, with excellent damping characteristics. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. The tripod can be adjusted to put the mount height anywhere from 44\" to 64\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The Vixen-style dovetail on the mount allows you to use other optical tubes on the Advanced VX mount, adding to the scope's versatility.second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control, which has user-selectable multiple language display (English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. An RS-232 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Both two-star and more-accurate three-star computer guided alignment methods are easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. 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The result? A telescope with big, bright, high contrast images for viewing or imaging - a scope that one person can easily transport unaided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Celestron Advanced VX 9.25\" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• 9.25\" f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube\u003cbr\u003e• Starbright XLT optical multicoatings\u003cbr\u003e• heavy-duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to equatorial mount and tripod \u003cbr\u003e• 6 x 30mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e• 25mm Plössl eyepiece (94x)\u003cbr\u003e• 2-year warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron AVX9SC with Starbright XLT coatings is a big 9.25\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube on a robust, but highly transportable, Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a light grasp about 1127 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye (a third greater than an 8\" scope), the AVX9SC with Starbright XLT multicoatings can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail. The new high-precision AVX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those objects easy and automatic, so you can spend your time looking at them (and photographing them), not looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany observers consider the Celestron 9.25\" optics to be the best currently available in a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain design. Contrast is above average for its optical type, and its resolution is 15% better than an 8\" scope, for more detailed lunar, planetary, and globular cluster images. The scope's light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it quick to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and reasonable price for a go-to scope make it an excellent buy for the beginning and advanced astronomer alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the ultimate in optical performance from a scope of its aperture, the Celestron AVX9SC has special Starbright XLT full multicoatings that are 16% brighter than even the original legendary Celestron Starbright multicoatings - long considered to be the industry standard. The optical tube is a larger version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron 8\" SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now, the 9.25\" AVX9SC Advanced VX go-to is priced to make high resolution big aperture automatic astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Superb optical quality, a solid and accurate mount, and a very reasonable price make it a scope that many beginning and advanced astronomers can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube: 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10), guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. High light transmission Starbright XLT optical multicoatings. The 9.25\" aperture gathers 33% more light than an 8\" scope, providing brighter images of faint deep space objects. The 22\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 20 lbs., making it easy to transport and assemble in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9.25\" optical tube was specifically designed for visual infinity focus when using 2\" eyepieces. It has an optimized baffle system that improves astrophotography by minimizing vignetting at the corners of a DSLR image. Its longer primary focal length and lower magnification secondary mirror produce a flatter field of view at the focal plane. This helps to reduce optical aberrations during photography and when using wide field long focal length 2\" eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7 degree field of view. Focuses by loosening the trim ring behind the objective lens cell, screwing the lens cell in or out to focus, and tightening the trim ring to lock in the correct focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (94x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.51 degrees, a little larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e This scope's new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for telescopes 30 lbs and under. It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 26 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus two 11 lb counterweights), as it provides all the performance of their larger observatory mounts in a portable package. If you're new to imaging, the Advanced VX mount will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking low-cog DC servo motors with positioning encoders on each axis for go-to computer control. The new motors provide improved tracking performance and more power to handle an unbalanced load than previous Advanced Series drives. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation and permanent user-programmed periodic error correction (PPEC) permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity Power Tank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two sliding 11 pound counterweights are locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Snap-on covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads #4525 under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. The scope includes Celestron's unique All-Star computerized polar alignment that lets you do an accurate polar alignment even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter steel legs with a center leg brace for rigidity, with excellent damping characteristics. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass. The tripod can be adjusted to put the mount height anywhere from 44\" to 64\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The Vixen-style dovetail on the mount allows you to use other optical tubes on the Advanced VX mount, adding to the scope's versatility. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control, which has user-selectable multiple language display (English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. An RS-232 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Both two-star and more-accurate three-star computer guided alignment methods are easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. 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With the Advanced Series go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning the scope on the sky becomes almost as easy as simply turning the scope on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2350mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e26 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e470x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e86 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.49 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm 1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6x30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481974321225,"sku":"AVX9SC","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20052.jpg?v=1675378971"},{"product_id":"celestron-11-advanced-vx-series-go-to-equatorial-schmidt-cassegrain","title":"Celestron 11\" Advanced VX Series Go-To Equatorial Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis big 11\" aperture Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain has the latest Advanced VX Series computerized go-to mount, plus state-of-the-art Starbright XLT optical multicoatings. 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It has a light grasp 1593 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye. With that much light-gathering power, the AVX11SC can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing and intricate detail. The new Advanced VX Series go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those objects easy and automatic, so you can spend your time looking at them, not looking for them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eFor the ultimate in optical performance from a scope of its aperture, it has special Starbright XLT full multicoatings that are 16% brighter than even the legendary Celestron Starbright multicoatings - long considered to be the industry standard. The optical tube is a larger version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron 8\" SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eAnd now, the 11\" AVX11SC Advanced VX go-to is priced to make high resolution big aperture automatic astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Superb optical quality, a solid and accurate mount, and a very reasonable price make it a scope that many beginning and advanced astronomers can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"742\" width=\"1493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aZ0h7oIsgxo\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube: 11\" aperture (2800mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. High light transmission Starbright XLT multicoatings. The 11\" aperture gathers 21% more light than a 10\" telescope and almost twice that of an 8\" scope, providing bright images of faint deep space objects. The 11\" aperture also provides a very sharp 0.42 arc second resolution, to resolve star clusters and show lunar and planetary features is sharp detail. The 24\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 26 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble in the field. There is a handle on the rear of the tube for easier carrying and positioning of the optical tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8 degree field of view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 40mm Plössl (70x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.61°, 20% wider than the full moon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty Advanced VX Series computerized go-to German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e This scope's new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for telescopes 30 lbs and under. It has the imaging-friendly features of Celestron's larger telescope mounts, such as permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) and the ability to image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of the night sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eExperienced imagers will love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site (the head weighs only 26 lbs, the tripod only 18 lbs, plus two 12 lb counterweights), as it provides all the performance of their larger observatory mounts in a portable package. 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The maximum slewing speed is a fast 4° per second.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe scope is supplied with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The mount requires a 12VDC 3.5A power source, so the Celestron 17 amp hour capacity Power Tank #4517V is recommended for extended use in the field. The Power Tank can be recharged hundreds of times and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power. Celestron AC adapter #2338PRO is also available to operate the scope from household AC in your back yard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe two sliding 12 pound counterweights are locked in place with a single hand-tighten thumbscrew each, making it easy to rebalance the scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. The mount is easily capable of handling the scope and any reasonable combination of photographic accessories you might want to use. Snap-on covers keep the motor drives free from dust and debris. A set of optional vibration suppression pads #4525 under the tripod feet will improve the telescope damping time for steadier high power observing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale and fine adjustment controls in both altitude and azimuth. The scope can be used over a wide 7° to 77° latitude range in both the northern and southern hemispheres. 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The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail slide bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e An adjustable Vixen-style dovetail slide bar allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The Vixen-style dovetail on the mount allows you to use other optical tubes on the Advanced VX mount, adding to the scope's versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar+ computerized hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and deep space\/solar system objects it can find for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars, such as variables and multiple star systems; the planets, the Moon, and more. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with at your command, and accurately track them for visual or photographic application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eAll of the database and telescope operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control, which has user-selectable multiple language display (English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish). There are 19 fiber optic back-lit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark adapted vision. An RS-232 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer. The computer hand control software can be upgraded over the Internet from Celestron's website, assuring that you always have the most current software version at your command.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eSeveral different alignment methods are built into the NexStar+ computer, allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Both two-star and more-accurate three-star computer guided alignment methods are easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your scope outdoors, including telescope assembly time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eIn addition, the NexStar+ computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitive scope can do. With the Advanced Series go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning the scope on the sky becomes almost as easy as simply turning the scope on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" style=\"max-width: 500px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e2800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e27 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e440x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized GoTo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e95 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e0.42 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e40mm 1.25\" Plossl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e14.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481974353993,"sku":"AVX11SC","price":3599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20066.jpg?v=1675378973"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-evolution-6-6-f-10-wifi-go-to-sct","title":"Celestron Nexstar Evolution 6 6\" F\/10 Wifi Go-To SCT 12090","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelestron's new NexStar Evolution 6 6\" f\/10 go-to Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope brings amateur astronomy into the wireless 21st century of smart phones, iPads, and tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar Evolution telescopes, including this advanced 6\" f\/10, are the first Schmidt-Cassegrain go-to telescopes with integrated WiFi so you are not tethered to your scope by a hand control on a coiled cord. You can slew to all of the best celestial objects with a simple tap on your smart phone or tablet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply connect your smart phone or tablet to your NexStar Evolution's built-in wireless network, and you can explore the universe with Celestron's mobile app for iOS and Android. The app has a database of over 120,000 celestial objects for you to explore, including a specially selected list of 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects that you will come back to enjoy again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use the app's planetarium interface to view the night sky in real time or to display a list of the best celestial objects that are visible to you based on your time and location. You can then have your Evolution 6 slew to the object of your choice at speeds of up to four degrees per second, center it precisely in the eyepiece field, and then track it flawlessly while you observe and enjoy at your leisure. In addition, Celestron's proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure is built right into the Celestron mobile app, so you can have your scope set up and ready to observe within minutes. (If you don't have a wireless device, or your smart phone or tablet runs out of juice in the field, a conventional hand control is included so you can still enjoy your scope.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron engineers designed the NexStar Evolution 6 based on years of customer feedback. Its upgraded single fork arm design offers many thoughtful features that combine to provide you the best possible experience out under the stars. For example, forget about buying boxes of AA batteries to power the scope, or a bulky external battery pack. For the first time ever on a consumer telescope, the NexStar Evolution 6 includes its own built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. You can enjoy stargazing for up to 10 hours on a single charge, then recharge it at home using the supplied AC adapter. You can even use your NexStar Evolution's built-in USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge, ergonomic handles make setting up your NexStar Evolution 6 quick and painless. With a total weight of only 35.4 lbs, the Evolution 6 is easy to transport, whether it's out to the backyard for a quick half hour of observing or away on an all-night observing session at a distant dark sky site. The adjustable height stainless steel tripod features lines etched on the legs to help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope without guesswork. Manual clutches in both altitude and azimuth give you the flexibility to manually point the telescope when it is powered off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get two quality Plössl eyepieces to give you observing options right out of the box. If you expand your eyepiece collection, you can store up to seven eyepieces in the 2 accessory trays, one on the tripod and one on the telescope drive base. An adjustable brightness red LED in the fork arm casts a soft red glow onto the accessory tray in the base to make it easier to select a different eyepiece while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested in astroimaging, the 6\" NexStar Evolution 6 is an excellent and very affordable way to get started. It's the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers precision worm gears, along with improved motors, for precise speed control and low periodic error. With the NexStar Evolution's good tracking accuracy, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, you can add an optional wedge for longer exposures to bring out faint and hidden details in your astrophotos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's time-tested Schmidt-Cassegrain optics and industry-standard StarBright XLT optical coatings give you the bright, sharp views Celestron is famous for - making the Evolution 6 a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar Evolution 6 includes built-in wi-fi for cordless operation, a StarPointer red dot finderscope, two 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces (38x and 115x), a 1.25\" prism star diagonal, an AC adapter for powering the scope and recharging the built-in battery, a computer hand control, and a stainless steel adjustable height tripod with accessory tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm (6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500mm (59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm (1.57\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13mm (0.51\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Dot Finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e354x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.93 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.77 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e459x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56mm (2.2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e406mm (16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e184.15mm (7.25\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lbs (4.54 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 lbs (11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1193.8mm - 1752.6mm (47\" – 69\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Leg Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38.1mm (1.5\") Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Head Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 lbs (7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessory Tray:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lbs (5.44 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 slew speeds - max speed 4°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Rates:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Modes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPS:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail Compatibility:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Auxiliary Ports:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 AUX Ports (Hand Control can use any of the AUX Ports)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutoguide Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, Hand Control input and Mount output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirements:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal 9 6V, 4 5Ah lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4), charge battery with 12VDC, 5 0Amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Drive:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC servo motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlignment Procedures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North \/ EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeriodic Error Correction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Hand Control:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar+ Database:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver 40,000 including 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 lbs (17.23 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in Wifi\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated Lithium-iron battery\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e40mm and 13mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eRed dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eVisual Back\u003cbr\u003eStar Diagonal\u003cbr\u003e4 plug AC adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalifornia Residents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cali-prop65-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"prop65-warning-content\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cali-warning\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/warning.png?10476927669983959391\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cali-warning-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCancer and Reproductive Harm -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481976811593,"sku":"NXEV6","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20183.jpg?v=1675379110"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-evolution-8-8-f-10-wifi-go-to-sct","title":"Celestron Nexstar Evolution 8 8\" f\/10 WiFi Go-To SCT 12091","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCelestron NexStar Evolution 8” Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe NexStar Evolution 8” is the center of the Evolution series — the model where portability and aperture reach the most useful balance. At 203mm (8”) f\/10, it’s the same C8 optical tube that has been the most popular SCT in production for decades, now integrated into Celestron’s latest mount platform: built-in LiFePO4 battery, onboard WiFi, and the NexStar+ GoTo computer. At 40.6 pounds total kit weight, it’s a one-person setup that a serious observer can carry to a dark site, set up in under 20 minutes, and trust to track accurately through a full night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe C8 occupies a particular position in the SCT world. It has more accessories designed for it than any other telescope alive. Star diagonals, focal reducers, barlows, camera adapters, off-axis guiders, dew shields, and Hyperstar\/Fastar f\/2 imaging systems — the C8’s 2” rear cell thread and CG-5 dovetail interface are supported by more third-party products than any competing design. That ecosystem doesn’t exist for newer telescopes of comparable aperture, and it adds real value over the life of ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Evolution mount is well matched to the C8. The 13-pound optical tube is squarely in the design envelope for the single-arm fork — vibration settles quickly, zenith clearance is adequate with a 2” diagonal, and the tracking accuracy is sufficient for visual observing and short-exposure imaging. The 8” is not at the edge of the mount’s capability the way the 9.25” is. If you want the smoothest-handling Evolution scope that still offers serious aperture, the 8” is the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCelestron C8 optical tube (203mm f\/10 SCT, StarBright XLT coatings, CG-5 dovetail bar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSingle-arm fork mount with integrated LiFePO4 battery and built-in WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e2” stainless steel adjustable tripod with accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNexStar+ hand controller (40,000+ object database, backlit LCD, USB 2.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e40mm Plössl eyepiece (51x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e13mm Plössl eyepiece (156x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRed dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e1.25” star diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eVisual back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAC adapter (4-plug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e203mm (8”) StarBright XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain Optics — \u003c\/b\u003eStarBright XLT multi-layer coatings transmit up to 97.4% on the corrector lens. The C8 optical tube is Fastar compatible — the optional Hyperstar adapter converts it to f\/2 for short-exposure wide-field imaging, a configuration with an enormous following in the amateur imaging community. At the standard f\/10, the 2032mm focal length is ideal for planetary work, double stars, globular clusters, and small planetary nebulae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Most Accessory-Supported SCT in Production — \u003c\/b\u003eThe C8’s 2” rear cell thread and CG-5 dovetail have been supported by third-party manufacturers for decades. Every major accessory maker produces items explicitly designed for the C8: Starizona’s Hyperstar, Astrozap dew heaters, multiple focal reducer designs, off-axis guiders, and imaging trains. No other 8-inch telescope has this level of ecosystem support. When you buy a C8, you’re buying into 40+ years of accessory development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt-In LiFePO4 Battery — \u003c\/b\u003eA 9-cell 6V 4.5Ah lithium iron phosphate pack is integrated into the mount head. Up to 10 hours of continuous GoTo tracking on a single charge, recharging from AC adapter, 12V vehicle outlet, or USB. No external power tank to buy, carry, or forget. Cold-weather observers should plan for 20–30% reduced capacity below freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntegrated WiFi and SkyPortal App — \u003c\/b\u003eThe mount creates its own WiFi hotspot. Connect a smartphone or tablet and run the full session from the SkyPortal app with a 120,000-object catalog. The included NexStar+ hand controller works simultaneously and is always there as a backup. Either interface handles GoTo slewing, tracking control, and alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNexStar+ GoTo with Brass Worm Gears — \u003c\/b\u003eDC servo motors and brass worm gears provide nine selectable slew speeds up to 4° per second. Seven alignment procedures including SkyAlign, which finds your position from any three identifiable bright objects. The GoTo accuracy holds up over years of use; brass wears better than plastic and maintains gear mesh tolerances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlt-Az and EQ Tracking Modes — \u003c\/b\u003eThe Evolution mount operates in Alt-Az for standard visual and short-exposure imaging. Add an optional equatorial wedge and switch to EQ North or EQ South for long-exposure deep sky photography. Both modes are firmware-resident — no modification needed, just the wedge and a firmware menu change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li7\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFour Auxiliary Ports and Manual Clutch — \u003c\/b\u003eFour AUX ports on the mount accept Celestron accessories. The manual clutch lets you push the tube to a target by hand without motorized slewing. Both features are standard across the Evolution line and meaningfully speed up the workflow of a dark-site observing session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnder the Night Sky\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eThe 8” SCT at f\/10 gives you a 2032mm focal length that delivers real planetary performance. At 51x with the 40mm eyepiece, you have slightly under 1° of true field — enough to take in most deep sky objects as complete fields. At 156x with the 13mm, Saturn’s Cassini Division resolves solidly in average suburban seeing, Jupiter shows four or five distinct cloud features including the Great Red Spot when it transits, and the lunar terminator at high magnification is an exercise in geological imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eFor deep sky objects, 203mm opens up the NGC catalog in a meaningful way. M13 in Hercules begins to resolve stars across the core at 200x. The Virgo Cluster reveals NGC 4438, 4435, and the surrounding population of galaxies. Stephan’s Quintet shows faint at 200x but is definitively present. Small planetary nebulae like NGC 7662 (Blue Snowball) and NGC 7009 (Saturn Nebula) show structural detail. The magnitude limit of 14.0 reaches well into the fainter NGCs under dark skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eThe C8’s sweet spot is the observer who wants to do both: planets one night, deep sky the next. The 2032mm focal length is long enough for planetary work and, with a 0.63x focal reducer, becomes 1280mm f\/6.3 — a genuine deep sky imaging focal length with the same optical tube. That flexibility is one of the key reasons the C8 has remained the most popular telescope of its type for over 50 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Cloudy Nights Members Say\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e“I’ve owned a C8 in some form for 20 years. The Evolution version is the best integrated package it’s ever come in. The battery is a legitimate quality-of-life upgrade — I set up in my backyard without thinking about power, and I travel to star parties without a gel-cell. The tracking is the same C8 tracking I’ve always known.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e“For the intermediate observer ready to step up from a small scope, the Evolution 8 is the natural destination. You get real aperture, a usable GoTo system, and a tube that does what the community says it does. The C8 has a 50-year track record for a reason.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e“The mount is well matched to the C8. Vibrations settle in a second or two. I’ve used it with a 2-inch diagonal at all elevations without clearance problems. The 9.25 was always a little too big for this fork arm. The C8 is right where it should be.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eObserving Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eBudget 40–45 minutes for cool-down when moving the C8 from a warm interior to a cold night. The 8-inch corrector plate holds thermal mass longer than you’d expect, and planetary images will noticeably improve after the tube has equilibrated. To speed this up, remove the rear cap while cooling — air circulation through the tube from back to front reduces thermal settling time. If you’re doing a pure planetary session, use a 1.25” eyepiece path rather than a 2” diagonal to minimize the length of the back-focus train. For the best results at high magnification, wait for the image of a star to settle to a steady, sharp point before calling the seeing poor — the first 10 minutes after full cool-down often reveal significantly better seeing than the initial view suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe C8 is not a compromise. After 50 years of continuous production, its optics, its accessories, and its reputation are fully developed. The Evolution mount was designed around this optical tube — the balance is right, the stability is right, and the accessory ecosystem that grew up around the C8 over five decades is available to you immediately. If you’re comparing the Evolution 8” to something more expensive, the question worth asking is: how often will you actually observe? A scope that gets used beats a better scope that stays in the garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the C8 better than the C9.25” for visual observing? — \u003c\/b\u003eFor most observers on most nights, yes — in the sense that the C8 is a better match for the Evolution mount. The 9.25” gathers 34% more light and resolves more detail in principle, but it sits at the upper limit of what the single-arm fork handles comfortably. The C8 is comfortably within the mount’s design range, which means better stability and faster vibration damping. The net high-power observing experience — where seeing is usually the limiting factor — often favors the well-mounted 8” over the larger 9.25”. For strictly aperture-limited work (very faint objects, maximum resolution on tight doubles), the 9.25” has a real edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use the C8 for astrophotography without a wedge? — \u003c\/b\u003eFor planetary and lunar imaging — yes, no wedge needed. The Alt-Az tracking handles the short exposures that planetary cameras use. For long-exposure deep sky work, an equatorial wedge is required to enable the EQ tracking modes and prevent field rotation. With the wedge and a guiding setup, exposures of 1–2 minutes per frame are practical. The Hyperstar\/Fastar f\/2 conversion enables much shorter exposures in Alt-Az mode, which partially sidesteps the field rotation issue for wide-field targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow does the NexStar Evolution 8” compare to the NexStar 8SE? — \u003c\/b\u003eBoth use the C8 optical tube with StarBright XLT coatings. The Evolution 8 adds the built-in LiFePO4 battery (no external power needed), integrated WiFi (SkyPortal app control), and a manual clutch on the fork arm. The SE is a solid scope at a lower price point. The Evolution package is worth the upgrade if you value the battery convenience, app control, and improved stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the CG-5 dovetail on the C8 work with other mounts? — \u003c\/b\u003eYes. The CG-5 dovetail bar is a standard Celestron format compatible with CG-5, AVX, CGX, and other saddle plates that accept the CG-5 standard. The C8 optical tube can be moved to an equatorial mount later if your imaging ambitions grow beyond what the single-arm fork provides — the OTA investment is not locked to this mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #2e5da1; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; padding: 7px 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e203mm (8”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e2032mm (80”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e29x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e14.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e0.69 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e843x (vs. unaided eye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e64mm (2.5”) — 31% by diameter, 10% by area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e432mm (17”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e238mm (9.37”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e13 lbs (5.9 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e40.6 lbs (18.5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eDovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eCG-5 dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e40mm Plössl (51x) and 13mm Plössl (156x), 1.25”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eFinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eRed dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eDiagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e1.25” star diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #2e5da1; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; padding: 7px 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eMount, Tripod \u0026amp; Electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eComputerized Alt-Az Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eInstrument Load Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e25 lbs (11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eHeight Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e1244.6–1651mm (49–65”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTripod Leg Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e50.8mm (2”) stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eSlew Speeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e9 speeds — max 4°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTracking Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eSidereal, Solar, Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTracking Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North, EQ South (EQ requires optional wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eMotor Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eDC servo motors with brass worm gears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAlignment Procedures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star, 2-Star, Auto 2-Star, Solar System, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North\/South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eNexStar+ Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eOver 40,000 objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAuxiliary Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e4 AUX ports (hand control works from any port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eUSB Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eYes — hand control input and mount output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eWiFi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eBuilt-in (SkyPortal app compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eInternal 9-cell 6V 4.5Ah LiFePO4 — up to 10 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eAC adapter, 12V DC, or USB (included 4-plug AC adapter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eHand Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eNexStar+ — 2-line × 18-char backlit LCD, 19 LED buttons, USB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003ePeriodic Error Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAutoguide Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eDovetail Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eCG-5 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition + SkyPortal app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481976844361,"sku":"NXEV8","price":2399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20184.jpg?v=1675379113"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-evolution-925-9-25-f-10-wifi-goto-sct","title":"Celestron Nexstar Evolution 925 9.25\" f\/10 WiFi GoTo SCT 12092","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCelestron NexStar Evolution 9.25” Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain sits at the top of the NexStar Evolution line — 235mm of aperture, Celestron’s StarBright XLT coatings, and the same proven C9.25 optical tube design that’s been refined over decades of production. Paired with the Evolution mount’s integrated technology — a built-in lithium-iron phosphate battery, onboard WiFi, and the NexStar+ GoTo computer — it’s a capable all-in-one setup that doesn’t require an extension cord or an external power tank to work in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor visual observing, the mount handles the load without difficulty — GoTo tracking is smooth, and the brass worm gears hold their accuracy. Where the single-arm fork shows its limits is in damping time after tapping the focuser, in wind, or when a heavy 2” accessory is attached. Near zenith with a 2” star diagonal, clearance between the focuser and the mount base is tight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe step up from the 8” Evolution is real: 34% more light-collecting area, 16% more linear resolving power, a Dawes limit of 0.49 arc seconds versus 0.57, and 1,127x light-gathering advantage over the unaided eye. You see the difference on tight double stars, globular cluster resolution, the ring structure of planetary nebulae, and galaxy surface brightness. If those are your targets, the extra aperture earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron C9.25 optical tube (235mm f\/10 SCT, StarBright XLT coatings, CG-5 dovetail bar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-arm fork mount with integrated LiFePO4 battery and built-in WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2” stainless steel adjustable tripod with accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ hand controller (40,000+ object database, backlit LCD, USB 2.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40mm Plössl eyepiece (59x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13mm Plössl eyepiece (180x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25” star diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC adapter (4-plug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e235mm (9.25”) StarBright XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain Optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — Celestron’s StarBright XLT multi-layer coatings transmit up to 97.4% on the corrector lens and apply anti-reflection coatings to both mirrors, delivering maximum light throughput for this aperture. The C9.25 optical tube is Fastar compatible, meaning you can install the optional Hyperstar adapter to convert the scope to f\/2 for ultra-fast wide-field imaging — a completely different operating mode from the standard f\/10 visual configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In LiFePO4 Battery\u003c\/strong\u003e — A 9-cell 6V 4.5Ah lithium-iron phosphate pack is integrated into the mount head with no external battery tank required. Celestron rates it for up to 10 continuous hours of GoTo tracking under normal conditions. Real-world sessions at moderate temperatures confirm 8–10 hours of routine use. It recharges from the included AC adapter, from a 12V vehicle outlet, or via USB. Cold-weather observers should plan for 20–30% reduced capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated WiFi and SkyPortal App\u003c\/strong\u003e — The mount creates its own WiFi hotspot. Connect a smartphone or tablet, open the SkyPortal app, and you have GoTo control, real-time scope status, and access to a 120,000-object catalog — without pulling out the hand controller. SkyPortal is free on iOS and Android. The NexStar+ hand controller is still included and fully functional; the WiFi is additive, not a replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ GoTo with Brass Worm Gears\u003c\/strong\u003e — DC servo motors drive brass worm gears at nine selectable slew speeds up to 4° per second. Brass worms outlast plastic alternatives and maintain their accuracy over years of use. Seven alignment options are available including SkyAlign (identify any three bright objects — the scope figures out where it is), which means you can align without knowing the sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlt-Az and EQ Tracking Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e — The default operating mode is Alt-Az, which is correct for visual observing and short-exposure imaging. Install an optional equatorial wedge and switch the firmware to EQ North or EQ South for long-exposure astrophotography. Both modes are built into the NexStar+ hand controller; no additional hardware modifications are required beyond the wedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Auxiliary Ports and Manual Clutch\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four AUX ports on the mount head accept Celestron accessories: motorized focusers, dew heater controllers, StarSense AutoAlign, and more. A manual clutch lets you move the tube by hand without engaging the motors — useful during initial setup and star-hopping when you want to point quickly without waiting on the GoTo system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight-Adjustable Stainless Steel Tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 2” stainless steel tripod legs adjust from 49” to 65” height and support the full 62.6-pound kit weight without flex. The accessory tray locks the spread of the legs and holds eyepieces off the wet ground. The CG-5 saddle plate on the mount head accepts the CG-5 dovetail on the C9.25 OTA and is compatible with other CG-5-standard optical tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnder the Night Sky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 59x with the included 40mm eyepiece, the 9.25” SCT provides about 1° of true field — wide enough to frame the Orion Nebula in its full context, sweep along the Virgo galaxy chain, or show the Beehive Cluster with room to spare. The 13mm eyepiece at 180x is where planetary detail starts to emerge: Cassini’s Division in Saturn’s rings, cloud belt structure on Jupiter, polar ice on Mars at opposition, and the crescent phase of Venus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBump to 250x–350x in good seeing, and the 9.25” aperture starts to distinguish itself from the 8”. M13 in Hercules resolves to individual stars across most of the core. The Ring Nebula (M57) shows a distinct donut shape with a darker center. NGC 4565, the edge-on galaxy in Coma Berenices, shows a clean dark lane across the nucleus at 200x. Tight double stars like Porrima reach the edge of resolution, compared to the 8” which may or may not split it cleanly depending on conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2350mm focal length is excellent for planets but can feel limiting on large nebulae. For objects like the North America Nebula or M31, the 40mm eyepiece gives you the widest field this scope will produce. For strictly visual wide-field work, a shorter-focal-length instrument may complement the 9.25” more than replace it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Cloudy Nights Members Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The optics on the C9.25 are exceptional — tight stars right to the edge with the right eyepiece, and planetary detail that made me retire my 8-inch. The mount tracks well enough for high-power observing. I use it strictly visual and haven’t hit any of the clearance issues people mention, because I just never go to zenith with a 2-inch diagonal.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I had an 8SE for years and the 9.25 Evolution is a meaningful upgrade. That extra inch and a quarter makes a difference on globulars and small planetary nebulae. The built-in battery is genuinely useful — I don’t miss hauling a gel-cell to my dark site.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“For what I do — visual observing from the backyard, mostly planets and bright showpiece objects — this scope is excellent. I went in knowing the single-arm fork has limits compared to the CPC. Those limits haven’t been a problem for me. People who want to image long-exposure deep sky should look at the CPC or an EQ mount.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eObserving Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C9.25 corrector plate is larger than the C8 and holds heat longer — budget 45–60 minutes for cool-down before pushing to high powers on planets, and you’ll be rewarded with steadier images. A shroud or dew heater on the corrector prevents fogging on humid nights. If you’re using a 2” diagonal, be aware that approaching zenith puts the diagonal body close to the mount base. Keep objects at least 10–15° below zenith, or switch to a 1.25” diagonal for high-altitude targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar Evolution 9.25” is a serious instrument in a genuinely portable package. Its honest character is this: more aperture than the C8, less stability than the CPC, better portability than either. For a visual observer who wants the most aperture the Evolution fork mount can comfortably carry — and who understands the single-arm fork’s limitations going in — this is the right telescope. For everyone else, the Evolution 8” does 90% of what this scope does at less cost, less weight, and with a mount that was sized specifically for the OTA it carries. Know which observer you are before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s the practical difference between the Evolution 9.25” and the Evolution 8”? — \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 9.25” gathers 34% more light and resolves 16% more detail — the difference is visible on tight double stars, globular cluster resolution, and small planetary nebulae. The tradeoff is weight: the C9.25 OTA is 20 lbs versus the C8’s 14 lbs, which means more vibration settling time and tighter zenith clearance with a 2” diagonal. For strictly visual observing, the extra aperture is worth it. For maximum portability and stability, the 8” Evolution has the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the built-in battery actually last 10 hours? — \u003c\/strong\u003eCelestron’s 10-hour rating holds in normal temperatures with regular GoTo slewing. In practice, 8–10 hours is typical. Cold weather (below freezing) reduces that to roughly 6–8 hours. The battery charges fully in 6–8 hours from the included AC adapter, and can also charge from a 12V vehicle outlet or USB source. For multi-night star parties, a charged power bank or vehicle outlet between sessions keeps it topped off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the NexStar Evolution 9.25” good for astrophotography? — \u003c\/strong\u003eFor planetary and lunar imaging, yes — the 2350mm focal length at f\/10 is ideal for high-resolution planetary work, and the tracking is accurate enough for the short exposures a planetary camera uses. For long-exposure deep sky imaging, pair it with an equatorial wedge to enable EQ tracking mode, and plan to guide. The Fastar\/Hyperstar conversion to f\/2 enables wide-field imaging with short exposures. For very serious deep sky imaging, a dedicated EQ mount like the Advanced VX will outperform the single-arm fork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this scope without the hand controller, using just the app? — \u003c\/strong\u003eYes. The SkyPortal app connects directly to the mount’s WiFi hotspot and provides full GoTo control and a 120,000-object catalog. You’ll still need to run an alignment procedure, but you can do the entire session from the app. The hand controller is always there as a backup, and some observers prefer it for quick star-to-star slewing. Both are included; neither is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the CG-5 dovetail on the C9.25 OTA fit other mounts? — \u003c\/strong\u003eYes. The CG-5 dovetail bar is a standard Celestron format compatible with the CG-5, AVX, CGX, and other saddle plates that accept the CG-5 standard. This means the C9.25 optical tube can be moved to a different mount if you later upgrade — the OTA investment is not locked to the Evolution mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #2e5da1; color: #fff; font-weight: bold; padding: 7px 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e235mm (9.25”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e2350mm (93”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e555x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e34x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e0.59 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e0.49 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e1,127x (vs. unaided eye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e85mm (3.35”) — 36% by diameter, 13% by area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e559mm (22”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e271.78mm (10.7”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e20 lbs (9.07 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eDovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eCG-5 dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #2e5da1; color: #fff; font-weight: bold; padding: 7px 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eMount, Tripod \u0026amp; Electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eComputerized Alt-Az Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eInstrument Load Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e25 lbs (11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eHeight Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e1244.6–1651mm (49–65”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTripod Leg Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e50.8mm (2”) stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eMount Head Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e16 lbs (7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTripod Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e26.6 lbs (12.06 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e62.6 lbs (28.4 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eSlew Speeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e9 speeds — max 4°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTracking Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eSidereal, Solar, Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eTracking Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North, EQ South (EQ requires optional wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eMotor Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eDC servo motors with brass worm gears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAlignment Procedures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star, 2-Star, Auto 2-Star, Solar System, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North\/South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eNexStar+ Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eOver 40,000 objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAuxiliary Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e4 AUX ports (hand control works from any port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eUSB Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eYes — hand control input and mount output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eWiFi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eBuilt-in (SkyPortal app compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eInternal 9-cell 6V 4.5Ah LiFePO4 — up to 10 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eAC adapter, 12V DC, or USB (included 4-plug AC adapter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eHand Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eNexStar+ — 2-line × 18-char backlit LCD, 19 LED buttons, USB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003ePeriodic Error Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eAutoguide Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eDovetail Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eCG-5 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e40mm Plössl (59x) and 13mm Plössl (180x), 1.25”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eFinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eRed dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eDiagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f4fa; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e1.25” star diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold; width: 38%;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #fafbfd; padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition + SkyPortal app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481976877129,"sku":"NXEV9","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20185.jpg?v=1675379115"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-8-flextube-synscan-200p-go-to-collapsible-dobsonian-reflector","title":"Sky-Watcher 8\" Flextube Synscan 200P Go-To Collapsible Dobsonian Reflector  S11800","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 8\" Sky-Watcher go-to collapsible Dob will find and track over 42,000 celestial objects for you at the touch of a button or two. Its unique collapsible (telescoping) design makes set-up and take-down fast and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis 8\" Sky-Watcher 8\" go-to collapsible truss-tube Dobsonian has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" (203 mm) Dobsonian-style Newtonian optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuilt-in WiFi telescope control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1200 mm focal length (f\/5.9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" single-speed Crayford-style focuser with 1.25\" adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm and 10mm 1.25\" 4-element Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50 RA erect-image finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynScan hand controller with 42,000 object database\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to Dobsonian base with DC servo motors and dual encoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan is a precision engineered go-to telescope that lets you easily find and enjoy viewing over 42,000 deep sky treasures - the Moon, planets, nebulas, star clusters, multiple star systems, galaxies, and more. With its patented collapsible tube design, this compact 8\" Dobsonian sets up in minutes in your back yard as well as fit into any car for transporting to a dark sky observing site. It is truly the ultimate in portability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collapsible truss tube design combines ease of use, extreme portability, and consistent performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the 8\" Sky-Watcher collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be completely disassembled when not in use. The secondary mirror cage and trusses slide down onto the mirror box, allowing all the optics to be lifted out of the scope base as a single unit with the trusses attached. The two compact assemblies (optics and base) can then be transported separately and reassembled and ready to use in just minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Dob is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! Its patented tension control handle allows you to add or reduce tension in altitude when changing eyepieces, to compensate for the added weight of today's massive wide field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the best objects visible in the night sky, at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even if you have never used a telescope before, you can master its variety of features in only a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes - but with no need to re-align on the sky after you have moved the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized go-to telescope that takes the work out of finding your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynScan™ AZ hand control Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 V DC 1 Amp, 2.1mm plug (center positive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC servo motors,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution, Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlew speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 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Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.69\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33\"\/44\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.375\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29.5\"x20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece 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Even better, it will find and track over 42,000 celestial objects for you at the touch of a button or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis 16\" Sky-Watcher go-to collapsible truss-tube Dobsonian has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16\" (406 mm) Dobsonian-style Newtonian optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuilt-in WiFi telescope control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econical primary mirror for faster cool-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1800 mm focal length (f\/4.4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" dual-speed Crayford-style focuser with 1.25\" adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm and 10mm 1.25\" 4-element Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50 RA erect-image finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynScan hand controller with 42,000 object database\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to Dobsonian base with DC servo motors and dual encoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan is a precision engineered large aperture go-to \"light bucket\" telescope that lets you easily find and enjoy viewing over 42,000 deep sky treasures - the Moon, planets, nebulas, star clusters, multiple star systems, galaxies, and more. Despite its very large aperture, its patented collapsible tube design lets you set up this big 16\" Dobsonian in minutes in your back yard as well as fit into virtually any car for transporting to a dark sky observing site. It is truly the ultimate in portability and performance in a scope of such substantial aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collapsible truss tube design combines ease of use, extreme portability, and consistent big-scope performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the 16\" Sky-Watcher collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be completely disassembled into multiple components when not in use. There is no need to struggle with a collection of truss tubes that have to be packed and reassembled separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secondary mirror cage with its attached trusses slides down onto the mirror box, allowing all the optics to be lifted out of the scope base as a single unit with the trusses attached. The two assemblies (optics and base) can then be transported separately and reassembled and ready to use in just minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" Sky-Watcher Dob is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! Its patented tension control handle allows you to add or reduce tension in altitude when changing eyepieces, to compensate for the added weight of today's massive wide field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the best objects visible in the night sky, at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even if you have never used a telescope before, you can master its variety of features in only a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes - but with no need to re-align on the sky after you have moved the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized go-to telescope that takes the work out of finding your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynScan™ AZ Hand Control Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 V DC 1 Amp, 2.1mm plug (center positive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC servo motors,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution, Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlew speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 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Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.34\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e799\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Dual Speed Crayford\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.5\"\/66.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.875\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\"x34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece 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StarSense auto-align system to bring amateur astronomy into the easy set-up wireless 21st century of smart phones and tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis NexStar Evolution 8HD telescope has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003e8\" f\/10 EdgeHD high definition aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain optics \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003eStarSense AutoAlign accessory for automatic alignment on the stars\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003eWireless operation via smartphone or tablet; no hand control required \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003eStarBright XLT optical multicoatings for the highest possible light transmission\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003eStarPointer Pro red dot finder \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003e40mm 1.25\" Plössl eyepiece (51x) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003eBuilt-in rechargeable lithium battery for up to 10 hours of observing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"heading\"\u003e2-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron NexStar Evolution 8HD telescope is an advanced 8\" f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with state-of-the-art EdgeHD optics, a StarSense autoalign system, and integrated wi-fi. If you own a smart phone or tablet, that means you are not tethered to your scope by a hand control on a coiled cord. A simple tap on your phone or tablet and you have complete operational control of your Evolution 8HD - even if you are standing many feet away from the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply connect your smart phone or tablet to your NexStar Evolution's built-in wireless network, and you can explore the universe with Celestron's free SkyPortal mobile app for iOS and Android. The app has a database of over 120,000 celestial objects for you to explore, including a specially selected list of 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects that you will come back to enjoy again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use the app's planetarium interface to view the night sky in real time or to display a list of the best celestial objects that are visible to you based on your time and location. You can then have your Evolution 8HD slew to the object of your choice at speeds of up to four degrees per second, center it precisely in the eyepiece field, and then track it flawlessly while you observe and enjoy at your leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAligning on the sky when you go out is easy . . . the supplied Celestron StarSense auto alignment system does it for you. The integrated StarSense camera uses advanced multi-point mount modeling to automatically take a series of images of different parts of the sky when you turn on the NexStar Evolution 8HD. Using up to 10 stars as reference points, StarSense compares those images against its internal database of over 40,000 celestial objects. It uses these images to identify star patterns to determine your telescope's position in relation to the sky so the SkyPortal app and your smartphone can take you on your nightly sight-seeing tour of the heavens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar Evolution 8HD includes its own built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. You can enjoy stargazing for up to 10 hours on a single charge, then recharge it at home using the supplied AC adapter. You can even use your NexStar Evolution 8HD's built-in USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge, ergonomic handles make setting up your NexStar Evolution 8HD quick and painless. With a total weight of only 44 lbs, the Evolution 8HD is easy to transport, whether it's out to the backyard for a quick half hour of observing or away on an all-night observing session at a distant dark sky site. The adjustable height stainless steel tripod features lines etched on the legs to help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope without guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual clutches in both altitude and azimuth give you the flexibility to manually point the telescope when it is powered off. You can store up to seven eyepieces in the two accessory trays, one on the tripod and one on the telescope drive base. An adjustable brightness red LED in the fork arm casts a soft red glow onto the accessory tray in the base to make it easier to select a different eyepiece while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested in astroimaging, the 8\" Celestron NexStar Evolution 8HD is an excellent and very affordable way to get started. It's the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers precision worm gears, along with improved motors, for precise speed control and low periodic error. With the NexStar Evolution 8HD's good tracking accuracy, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, you can add an optional wedge for longer exposures to bring out faint and hidden details in your astrophotos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's superb flat field\/coma-free EdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optics and industry-standard StarBright XLT optical coatings give you the bright, sharp views Celestron is famous for - making the Evolution 8HD a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar Evolution 8HD includes everything you need to start observing - and includes all the auto-align and wi-fi accessibility you need to make getting started a no-fuss joy. All you need to add is a smartphone or tablet and a night sky over your head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-specs-list\" class=\"table-open\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203.2mm (8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2032mm (80\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm (1.57\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13mm (.51\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e156x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer Pro™ finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.69 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e843x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64mm (2.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.77%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e432mm (17\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e238mm (9.37\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 lbs (6.35 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 lbs (11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1193.8mm - 1752.6mm (47\" – 69\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Leg Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38.1mm (1.5\") Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Head Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 lbs (7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessory Tray:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lbs (5.44 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 slew speeds - max speed 4°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Rates:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Modes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPS:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail Compatibility:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Auxiliary Ports:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 AUX Ports (Hand Control can use any of the AUX Ports)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutoguide Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, Hand Control input and Mount output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirements:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal 9 6V, 4 5Ah lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Drive:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC servo motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlignment Procedures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North \/ EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeriodic Error Correction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Hand Control:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar+ Database:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver 40,000 including 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 lbs (19.05 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in Wifi\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated Lithium-iron battery\u003cbr\u003eStarsense Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e40mm and 13mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer Pro™ finderscope\u003cbr\u003eVisual Back\u003cbr\u003eStar Diagonal\u003cbr\u003e4 plug AC adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalifornia Residents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cali-prop65-warning\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/nexstar-evolution-8-hd-telescope-with-starsense#\"\u003eView Proposition 65 Warning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481979859017,"sku":"NXEV8HD","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/20446.jpg?v=1675379311"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgx-equatorial-800-hd-8-computerized-telescope-12055","title":"Celestron CGX Equatorial 800 EdgeHD 8\" Computerized Telescope 12055","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 800 HD 8\" telescope puts unique new 8\" aplanatic (free from coma and corrected for spherical aberration) EdgeHD high definition Schmidt optics on a precision Celestron CGX go-to German equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 800 HD telescope puts unique new 8\" aplanatic (free from coma and corrected for spherical aberration) EdgeHD high definition Schmidt optics on a precision Celestron CGX go-to German equatorial mount. The advanced EdgeHD optical design has a dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube that reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Sky \u0026amp; Telescope said in their Hot Product for 2010 citation for the EdgeHD optics, \"the EdgeHD series represents the first major redesign of the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system that Celestron introduced in the 1960s. The addition of a two-element field flattener and coma corrector in the scope's main baffle tube produces pinpoint star images across the whole field of today's large-format CCD cameras. And the new mirror-support system reduces the image shift that was often the bane of the earlier Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optical system delivers an astrograph-quality focal plane that is more than three times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than other competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. This guarantees you visibly sharp stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Celestron's renowned Starbright XLT multicoatings on every optical surface, and the EdgeHD optic design gives you maximum light throughput across the widest possible visual and photographic spectrum. The CGEM 800HD's light grasp of almost 850 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth and precise Celestron CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, rather than looking for them. The CGEM mount combines portability and premium-level performance with a payload capacity of 40 pounds. This makes for rock-steady imaging and visual observing with the light weight 8\" Celestron EdgeHD optical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensible price of the CGX8HD with Starbright XLT coatings makes true astrographic-quality imaging and visual astronomy available at a reasonable price for almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb flat-field reduced-coma optics and very reasonable price for afull-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that willmake advanced backyard astronomer very happy for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" aperture (2032mm focal length f\/10). Built-in dual-element field flattener lens in the central baffle tube. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. The 17\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 14 pounds and has a large handle on the rear cell, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multicoatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. They also increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003cbr\u003eTube vents: Two cooling vents located on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak optical performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio. An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the telescope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension clutches hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (while moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8° field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 40mm Plössl (51x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.84 degrees, almost 70% larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003eThe Celestron CGX is culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been uprated with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added a integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003cbr\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two supplied 11 pound counterweights lock in place with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. 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The advanced EdgeHD optical design - a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010 - has a dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube that reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography). And those images will look superb through the supplied ultra-premium 82° field 23mm 2\" Celestron Axiom eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optical system delivers an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. You see visibly sharp and point-like stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's renowned Starbright XLT multicoatings on every optical surface give you maximum light throughput across the widest possible visual and photographic spectrum. The high-contrast CGX925HD's light grasp, more than 1100 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, reveals star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth and precise Celestron CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, and less time looking for them. The CGX mount combines portability and premium performance with a payload capacity of 40 pounds. This makes for rock-steady imaging and visual observing with the light weight 9.25\" Celestron EdgeHD optical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX925HD is priced to make astrographic-quality imaging and visual astronomy available at a reasonable price for almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb flat-field reduced-coma optics and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that will make advanced backyard astronomer very happy for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Built-in dual-element field flattener in the central baffle tube. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. The 22\" long aluminum optical tube has a large handle on the rear cell and weighs only 20 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" link in the support tab above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multicoatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. They also increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two cooling vents located on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak optical performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio, although without the benefits of the dual-element field flattener built into the scope's baffle tube. An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the telescope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension locks hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (while moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8 degree field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e premium 2\" 23mm 82° field Axiom (102x), a much higher quality eyepiece than those supplied with competitive scopes. The eyepiece field of view is 0.8° wide, over 50% larger than the full moon, and an exceptionally wide field for the magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX is culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been uprated with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added a integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003cbr\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two supplied 11 pound counterweights lock in place with a single hand-tighten knobs, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003cbr\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2350mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e555x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e111 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.49 Arc Seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e23mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481980678217,"sku":"CGX9HD","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/12056_cgx_9.25__edgehd_kit_1.jpg?v=1675379351"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgx-equatorial-1100-hd-f-10-telescope-12057","title":"Celestron CGX Equatorial 1100 EdgeHD F\/10 Telescope 12057","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Celestron CGX Equatorial 1100 HD Telescope is a large, yet portable, astronomer's dream. The EdgeHD optics excel at astro-photography giving you the edge you have been looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 1100 HD telescope puts unique new large aperture 11\" aplanatic (free from coma and corrected for spherical aberration) EdgeHD high definition Schmidt optics on a precision Celestron CGX go-to German equatorial mount. The advanced EdgeHD optical design - a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010 - has a dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass mounted in its central baffle tube. The field flattener reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography). And those images will look superb through the supplied ultra-premium 82° field 23mm 2\" Celestron Axiom eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optical system delivers an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. You see visibly sharp and point-like stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's renowned Starbright XLT multicoatings on every optical surface give you maximum light throughput across the widest possible visual and photographic spectrum. The big aperture CGEM 1100HD's immense light grasp, almost 1600 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, reveals star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth and precise Celestron CGX go-to mount, itself a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010, makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, and less time looking for them. The CGEM mount combines portability and premium-level performance with a payload capacity of 40 pounds. This makes for very steady imaging and visual observing with the 28 pound 11\" Celestron EdgeHD optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a heaviest single component of only 44 pounds, the CGX11HD makes large-aperture astrographic-quality imaging and visual astronomy not only affordable, but highly portable. Its light weight individual components and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb flat-field reduced-coma optical quality and reasonable price for a really big full-featured computerized go-to mount make this Celestron CGX11HD a telescope that will provide years of affordable use and enjoyment for both the serious observer and the dedicated imager alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\" aperture (2800mm focal length f\/10). Built-in dual-element field flattener in the central baffle tube. Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance, free from coma and corrected for spherical aberrations (aplanatic design). The optical design is a Sky \u0026amp; Telescope Hot Product for 2010. The 24\" long aluminum optical tube has a large handle on the rear cell and weighs only 28 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field. For more details, click on the \"EdgeHD optics\" link in the support above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multicoatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. They also increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two cooling vents located on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. This shortens the amount of time needed for the optics to cool down to ambient air temperature for peak optical performance. Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the ultimate in wide-field catadioptric imaging, the EdgeHD optical tube is Fastar compatible to allow CCD imaging at a blazingly-fast f\/2 focal ratio, although without the benefits of the dual-element field flattener built into the scope's baffle tube. An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the telescope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camera is attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope. \u003cbr\u003eUsing the Fastar system and a sub-$1500 Orion Star Shoot Deep Space Imager Pro CCD camera, the 11\" CGEM 1100HD will record a wide 141 x 94 arc minute field - a long axis almost five times the diameter of the full moon, an immense field for a scope of this size. To assure repeatability when you switch between Fastar and conventional imaging, the scope's optical tube is opto-mechanically aligned on a laser bench during manufacture so that all components are axially symmetric in any configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension locks hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (while moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8 degree field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e premium 2\" 23mm 82° field Axiom (122x), a much higher quality eyepiece than those supplied with competitive scopes. The eyepiece field of view is 0.67° wide, a third wider than the full moon, and an exceptionally wide field for the 122x magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe CGX Mount...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX is a culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been uprated with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added a integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003cbr\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three supplied 11 pound counterweights lock in place with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. 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This astrograph is designed to work only with your camera.\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 1100 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) updates and improves the Celestron Schmidt camera, a premium wide-field imaging instrument of the 1970s that had a loyal following, but a difficult instrument to use that only a really hard-core 35mm film astrophotographer could love.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eToday, fast DSLR and CCD electronic imaging has taken the place of slow 35mm film. Home computers can manipulate and improve DSLR and CCD images in ways that 35mm imagers could only dream of. DSLRs and CCD cameras can have sensors as large as (and in some cases larger than) 35mm film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo compensate for these new large sensors Celestron had to push the boundaries of the Schmidt camera design and make an entirely new type of instrument, the RASA. The Celestron RASA provides an advance in the performance of deep space imaging scopes that lets today's amateur astrophotographers produce wide field results rivaling those of the best professional observatory photos of only a few short years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 11\" 620mm focal length f\/2.22 Celestron Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph imaging-only optical tube has a huge 70mm image circle that can handle full frame DSLRs and the largest sensor size CCD cameras with minimal vignetting. It combines a proven Schmidt corrector optical system with a built-in 4-element rare earth corrector lens that keeps the images free of coma, field curvature, and false color. The optical quality and spot size across the entire image circle are unprecedented for an astrograph in this price range - or even that of a much more expensive instrument.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIts fast, wide field, f\/2.22 optics give you two huge advantages over traditional f\/10 catadioptric imaging scopes (even those using an optional f\/6.3 or f\/7 focal reducer). You get better apparent tracking due to the image scale, plus shorter exposure times due to the speed of the optics. That means you can create better-looking deep space images and mosaics in a fraction of the time it used to take, even without using an autoguider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a Rayleigh Limit (photographic resolution) of 0.50 arc seconds, the Celestron 11\" RASA is capable of revealing much finer deep space detail than a similar focal length 4\" apo refractor (a scope type often used for wide field imaging), which has a Rayleigh Limit of 1.36 arc seconds. And the RASA will record those more detailed images in a fraction the time of that 4\" apo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron 11\" RASA optical tube includes a custom-engineered linear brass focuser bearing to reduce image shift It is combined with a FeatherTouch Micro Focus Knob to allow you to make the precise fine adjustments you need to capture the perfect image. Mirror locks hold your precise focus. A quiet high-output 12V internal MagLev fan on the rear cell reduces cooldown time and provides optimal airflow through the dust filtered 33\" long optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course industry leading StarBright XLT optical multicoatings are standard for the highest possible light throughput. 42mm T-thread DSLR and 48mm CCD camera adapters are standard equipment. Two Losmandy-style \"D-plate\" dovetails are standard, one on the bottom of the RASA for installing it on the CGEM DX mount, and one on top for installing accessories (such as on optional photoguide scope). The back focus from the included camera adapters is 55mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally, an astrograph as good as the RASA demands an equally good mount. The Celestron CGX is that mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX is culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been uprated with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added a integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 17 pound counterweight is locked in place with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. 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For the ultimate in optical performance from an 8\" scope, the CGX8 optical tube has state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings that are 16% brighter than original Starbright multicoatings across the entire photo\/visual spectrum. For the purely visual observer, its light grasp of almost 850 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe smooth and precise Celestron CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them. The ergonomically designed CGX mount is capable of carrying much-heavier Celestron SCT optical tubes (up to 11\" in aperture) securely and vibration free. This makes it ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing with the lighter weight 8\" Celestron optical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX8 optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron 8\" SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The computerized CGX8 makes astronomy easier than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX8 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX8 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" aperture (2032mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 17\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 13 lbs., making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirror coatings enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. The corrector lens itself is made of high transmission water white float glass instead of conventional soda lime glass (which has 3.5% lower transmission) used in other telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarbright XLT multicoatings visibly increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with standard multicoatings. They also give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. Across the total visual\/photographic spectrum from 400nm to 750nm, independent laboratory tests show the new Starbright XLT coatings are 16% brighter overall than even the original industry-standard Starbright multicoatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7 degree field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (81x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.62 degrees, over 20% larger than the full moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe CGX Mount...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX is culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been uprated with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added a integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two supplied 11 pound counterweights lock in place with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2032\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e44 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 Arc Seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6x30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481980776521,"sku":"CGX8","price":3599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/12050_cgx_8_sct_kit_1.jpg?v=1675379360"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgx-equatorial-925-schmidt-cassegrain-9-25-f-10-computerized-telescope-12051","title":"Celestron CGX Equatorial 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain 9.25\" F\/10 Computerized Telescope 12051","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain with Starbright XLT coatings puts the high contrast optics of a 9¼\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube on newly-designed Celestron CGX heavy-duty high-precision computerized go-to German equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain with Starbright XLT coatings puts the high contrast optics of a 9¼\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube on newly-designed Celestron CGX heavy-duty high-precision computerized go-to German equatorial mount. For the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGX925 optical tube has state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings that are 16% brighter than original Starbright multicoatings across the entire photo\/visual spectrum. Its light grasp is approximately 1125 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, revealing to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finely-crafted Celestron CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them. The ergonomically designed CGX mount is capable of carrying payloads more than twice the weight of this system's 21 pound 9.25\" optical tube, making this mount\/OTA combination ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9.25\" aperture f\/10 CGX925 optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The computerized CGX925 makes today's astronomy easier than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX925 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 22\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 21 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003cbr\u003eFocusing: Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7 degree field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (94x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.53 degrees, just big enough to hold the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe CGX Mount...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX is culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been uprated with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added a integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the mount all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two supplied 11 pound counterweights lock in place with a hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003cbr\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2350mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e555x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e110 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.49 Arc Seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6x30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481980809289,"sku":"CGX9","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/12051_cgx_925_sct_kit_1.jpg?v=1675379365"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgx-equatorial-1100-schmidt-cassegrain-telescope-12052","title":"Celestron CGX Equatorial 1100 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12052","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX 1100 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope is a portable package that will expand the horizons of all your astronomical endeavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX Equatorial 1100 puts the light-gathering power of an 11\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube - a light grasp almost 1600 times greater than even the sharpest dark-adapted eye - on a Celestron CGX heavy-duty computerized go-to German equatorial mount. For the ultimate in image brightness and contrast, the CGX11 optical tube has Celestron's state-of-the-art Starbright XLT optical multicoatings that are 16% brighter than original Starbright multicoatings across the entire photo\/visual spectrum. The 11\" optics and Starbright XLT coatings combination will show you faint star clusters, nebulas, galaxies in subtle and amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new and finely-crafted Celestron CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them. The ergonomically designed CGX mount is capable of carrying payloads a full 50% greater than the weight of this system's 28 pound 11\" optical tube, making this mount\/OTA combination ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 11\" aperture f\/10 CGX11 optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The computerized CGX11 makes today's astronomy easier and more satisfying than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX11 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy for one person to set up and enjoy on their own - either in a back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 24\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 28 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical coatings package gives you visibly higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. It also increases the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multicoatings. For more details, click on the \"Starbright XLT\" icon above.\u003cbr\u003eFocusing: Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. 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The eyepiece field of view is 0.61 degrees, over 20% larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe CGX Mount...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGX is culmination of years of engineering by the USA R \u0026amp; D division of Celestron. The CGX isn't just a pretty face, the mechanics and ergonomics are upgraded as well. Celestron has taken their equatorial mounts to a higher level than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new CGX looks like a cross between the CGEM II and the CGE Pro mount from Celestron. The ergonomically-designed CGX has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and easier set-up of than earlier EQ mounts. It has been upgraded with mechanical and electronic changes to a 55 pound payload capacity. The new design allows for a lower profile EQ head with a better balance point. Celestron has also added integrated handles to assist with setup and transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGX mount head contains dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. This is where the real upgrades start. The mount uses spring-loaded worm gears with belt drives. The belt drives offer smooth, quiet operation and precision slewing and tracking. The motor armatures are skewed to minimize cogging for precise jitter-free low speed tracking. The motor drives and their wiring are all internal, keeping them snag-free and free from dust and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors, making them capable of driving the telescope even when the mount is not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGX to have the payload capacity of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky. The mount of course supports the SkyPortal WiFi (for your smart devices) as well as the StarSense AutoAlign putting cutting edge control and setup at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a minimum 3.5 amp 12 VDC power supply to operate. The maximum 3.5 amp power draw happens only briefly when accelerating to the high speed slewing mode from a standing start, or decelerating from the high speed mode when approaching a computer-chosen object. Normal power draw with a well-balanced payload is generally less than half the maximum draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12V battery pack. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. It works in both northern and southern hemispheres. This technology basically gets rid of the need for a polar alignment scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three supplied 11 pound counterweights lock in place with a single hand-tighten knob, making it easy to rebalance a scope if you add heavy photographic accessories. If needed, optional counterweights are available to balance very heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor observing or imaging objects near the meridian (the imaginary line passing directly overhead from North to South), the CGX is designed to track 20° past the meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 1°, 2°, and a fast 5° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar. Equatorial tracking modes are available for both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for the CGX mount is a telescope control software that has been developed in conjunction with Planewave Instruments. Planewave Instruments produces some of the most sophisticated imaging systems on the planet. The features of the included software are extremely robust. They include multi-point goto modeling, focusing, and plate solving. You will no longer need a third party advanced PC control software as this has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; selected variable stars; non-planetary solar system objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also store and edit the right ascension and declination of 100 additional user-defined objects of your own choosing, such as the comet and asteroid coordinates published monthly in Astronomy and Sky \u0026amp; Telescope magazines. The computer control can find any of those objects with only a few keystrokes, and track them with high accuracy for visual or photographic applications. There is enhanced information on over 200 of the most note-worthy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar computer control of the smooth and precise CGX go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the database and mount operation information is displayed on a double line, 16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the NexStar computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. A USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar hand control provides a constant digital r. a. and dec readout of the scope's position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software built into the NexStar hand control includes mount calibration, database filter limits, hibernate, five alignment procedures, user-defined slew limits, a new \"All-Star\" polar alignment routine that uses any bright star for a quick and accurate polar alignment, and more. Built-in adjustable backlash compensation permits precise corrections during astrophotography and when observing visually at high powers. A high precision pointing subroutine in the computer lets you point accurately at objects that you want to photograph that are too dim to be seen though the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe software includes permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) to correct for the minor periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives that might otherwise mar your long exposure photographs. The CGX mount retains the PEC recordings when it is powered down. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGX mount always at the cutting edge of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography. The autoguider port can use a six-pin RJ-12 modular jack ST-4 compatible CCD autoguider to automatically control the drive motors during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive different alignment methods are built into the Celestron mount's NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar system align. This allows you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take your CGX-mounted scope outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive SkySync GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) accuracy. Adding GPS to the computer is something no competitively-priced mount can do. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel SkySync GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope's location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the SkySync quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they're not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX go-to mount and the SkySync, orienting your scope in time and space on earth and aligning it on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning the mount on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new, 2\"diameter adjustable height tripod has graduated markings on the legs to help with quick leveling. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepieces to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tubes are installed on the CGX mount using a Dual-Slot on the mount head that accepts a Celestron CGE-style or Losmandy D-plate dovetail slide bar as well as the narrower Vixen Style dovetail. This allows the optical tube to be quickly and precisely balanced fore and aft on the mount, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and take down times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. 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For the ultimate in image brightness and contrast, the CGEM II 1100 optical tube has Celestron's state-of-the-art Starbright XLT optical multicoatings that are 16% brighter than original Starbright multicoatings across the entire photo\/visual spectrum. The 11\" optics and Starbright XLT coatings combination will show you faint star clusters, nebulas, galaxies in subtle and amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new and finely-crafted Celestron CGEM II go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them. The CGEM II mount combines the portability of an economical Celestron AVX Series German mount with the high-precision performance of a premium Celestron CGX mount and puts them in a sleek and modern-looking package you'll be proud to own and use. The ergonomically designed CGEM II mount is capable of carrying payloads a full 50% greater than the weight of this system's 28 pound 11\" optical tube, making this mount\/OTA combination ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 11\" aperture f\/10 CGEM II 1100 optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The computerized CGEM II 1100 makes today's astronomy easier and more satisfying than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II 1100 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy for one person to set up and enjoy on their own - either in a back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. 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The eyepiece field of view is 0.61 degrees, over 20% larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Heavy duty CGEM II computerized German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGEM II mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. There are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 0.5°, 2°, and a fast 4° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar for precise tracking of celestial objects inside the solar system as well as out in deep space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Powering the CGEM II 1100:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Polar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. The program works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Adjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter stainless steel legs with a metal center leg brace for rigidity, for excellent vibration damping characteristics. The tripod also includes graduated markings on the tripod legs that will assist in quickly leveling the instrument. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Mounting the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEM II mount is a dual saddle plate. The saddle plate will now accept both the CGE\/Losmandy wide dovetail plate as well as the AVX\/Vixen style dovetail plate. The dovetail slot on the top of the mount holds the long dovetail slide bar mounted under the optical tube. This allows you to slide the optical tube fore and aft in the dovetail slot to quickly and precisely balance the optical tube in declination when you add or subtract accessories, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The oversized dovetail mounting platform assures secure vibration-free tube attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Balancing the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two sliding 17 pound counterweights are locked in place on the counterweight shaft with a single large hand-tighten knob each. 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There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. The NexStar hand control provides a constant and easily-visible illuminated right ascension and declination readout of the scopes position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional (and hard to see at night) manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Some NexStar features:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEM II mount, a USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGEM II mount always at the cutting edge of technology. An autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for guided, but unattended, long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Aligning on the sky:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five different alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar align - allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take the scope outdoors. There's even a new and unique \"All-Star\" software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis using a single bright star that will have you ready for imaging before it's even dark enough to see the North Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Two-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputer Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e122 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.42 Arc. 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For the ultimate in brightness and contrast, the CGEM II 925 optical tube has state-of-the-art Starbright XLT multicoatings that are 16% brighter than original Starbright multicoatings across the entire photo\/visual spectrum. Its light grasp is approximately 1125 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, revealing to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finely-crafted Celestron CGEM II go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at those objects, rather than looking for them. The CGEM II mount combines the portability of the economical Celestron AVX Series German mount with the precision performance of a premium-level Celestron CGX mount and puts it in a sleek and modern-looking package you'll be proud to own and use. The ergonomically designed CGEM II mount is capable of carrying payloads more than twice the weight of this system's 21 pound 9.25\" optical tube, making this mount\/OTA combination ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9.25\" aperture f\/10 CGEM II 925 optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The computerized CGEM II 925 makes today's astronomy easier than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II 925 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" aperture (2350mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. 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The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. The program works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter stainless steel legs with a metal center leg brace for rigidity, for excellent vibration damping characteristics. The tripod also includes graduated markings on the tripod legs that will assist in quickly leveling the instrument. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEM II mount is a dual saddle plate. The saddle plate will now accept both the CGE\/Losmandy wide dovetail plate as well as the AVX\/Vixen style dovetail plate. The dovetail slot on the top of the mount holds the long dovetail slide bar mounted under the optical tube. 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For the purely visual observer, its light grasp of almost 850 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth and precise Celestron CGEM II go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic, so you can spend more time looking at them, rather than looking for them. The sleek and modern-looking CGEM II mount combines the portability of the economical Celestron AVX German mount with the precision performance of a premium-level Celestron CGX mount. The ergonomically designed CGEM II mount is capable of carrying much-heavier Celestron SCT optical tubes (up to 11\" in aperture) securely and vibration free. This makes it ideal for rock-steady imaging and visual observing with the lighter weight 8\" Celestron optical system. It also makes the CGEM II mount extremely useful as the heart of an expanded observing system using a variety of Celestron and non-Celestron optical tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II 800 optical tube is the latest version of the Celestron-pioneered optical system that took phenomenally expensive Schmidt-Cassegrain optics out of the hands of professional astronomers and made them available for the first time at a reasonable price to all amateur astronomers. In essence, the original Celestron 8\" SCT made modern amateur astronomy possible. The Celestron CGEM II 800 carries on that tradition by making amateur astronomy affordable and push-button easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II 800 with Starbright XLT coatings is priced to make big aperture go-to astronomy available to almost everyone. Its light weight optical tube and easily assembled mount make it easy to set up and enjoy - either in your back yard or at a distant dark sky site. Its superb optical quality and very reasonable price for a full-featured computerized go-to mount make it a telescope that virtually any beginning or advanced astronomer can afford and enjoy.The Celestron CGEM II 800 with Starbright XLT multicoatings puts a time-tested 8\" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube on a high-precision Celestron CGEM II heavy-duty computerized go-to German equatorial mount. The easy-to-use CGEM II 800 makes astronomy easier and more rewarding than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Optical System . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain optical tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" aperture (2032mm focal length f\/10). Guaranteed diffraction-limited optical performance. The 17\" long aluminum optical tube weighs only 13 lbs., making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This coatings package includes high reflectivity multilayer aluminum mirror coatings enhanced with titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, plus a unique combination of magnesium fluoride and hafnium dioxide antireflection coatings on both sides of the Schmidt corrector lens. The corrector lens itself is made of high transmission water white float glass instead of conventional soda lime glass (which has 3.5% lower transmission) used in other telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarbright XLT multicoatings visibly increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with standard multicoatings. They also give you higher light transmission for brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during CCD and 35mm photography. Across the total visual\/photographic spectrum from 400nm to 750nm, independent laboratory tests show the new Starbright XLT coatings are 16% brighter overall than even the original industry-standard Starbright multicoatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 x 30mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 7 degree field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable 1.25\" visual back holds visual accessories such as star diagonal, tele-extender, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" prism type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 25mm Plössl (81x). The eyepiece field of view is 0.62 degrees, over 20% larger than the full moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty CGEM II computerized German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGEM II mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. There are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 0.5°, 2°, and a fast 4° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar for precise tracking of celestial objects inside the solar system as well as out in deep space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowering the CGEM II 1100:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. The program works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\" diameter stainless steel legs with a metal center leg brace for rigidity, for excellent vibration damping characteristics. The tripod also includes graduated markings on the tripod legs that will assist in quickly leveling the instrument. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEM II mount is a dual saddle plate. The saddle plate will now accept both the CGE\/Losmandy wide dovetail plate as well as the AVX\/Vixen style dovetail plate. The dovetail slot on the top of the mount holds the long dovetail slide bar mounted under the optical tube. This allows you to slide the optical tube fore and aft in the dovetail slot to quickly and precisely balance the optical tube in declination when you add or subtract accessories, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The oversized dovetail mounting platform assures secure vibration-free tube attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalancing the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two sliding 17 pound counterweights are locked in place on the counterweight shaft with a single large hand-tighten knob each. 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The advanced EdgeHD optical design has a dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube that reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across awide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Sky \u0026amp; Telescope said in their Hot Product for 2010 citation for the EdgeHD optics, \"the EdgeHD series represents the first major redesign of the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system that Celestron introduced inthe 1960s. The addition of a two-element field flattener and coma corrector in the scope's main baffle tube produces pinpoint star images across the whole field of today's large-format CCD cameras. 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The eyepiece field of view is 0.84 degrees, almost 70% larger than the full Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Telescope's Mount. . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty CGEM II computerized German equatorial mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CGEM II mount includes dual-axis slewing\/tracking motors on each axis for go-to computer control. There are nine motor drive speeds: 0.5x and 1x sidereal for guiding; 4x, 8x, 16x, and 64x for centering; and 0.5°, 2°, and a fast 4° per second for slewing. Preset tracking rates include sidereal, solar, and lunar for precise tracking of celestial objects inside the solar system as well as out in deep space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowering the CGEM II 1100:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mount comes with a car battery cord to operate from the cigarette lighter plug of your car or from a rechargeable 12VDC battery pack. 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This allows you to slide the optical tube fore and aft in the dovetail slot to quickly and precisely balance the optical tube in declination when you add or subtract accessories, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The oversized dovetail mounting platform assures secure vibration-free tube attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalancing the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 17 pound counterweight is locked in place on the counterweight shaft with a single large hand-tighten knob. This makes it easy to rebalance the scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects that it can find and track for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar systems objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe NexStar display:\u003c\/strong\u003e All of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line,16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiberoptic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. The NexStar hand control provides a constant and easily-visible illuminated right ascension and declination readout of the scopes position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional (and hard to see at night) manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome NexStar features\u003c\/strong\u003e: New for the CGEM II mount, a USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGEM II mount always at the cutting edge of technology. An autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for guided, but unattended, long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2032mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e91 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481981005897,"sku":"CGEMII8HD","price":2879.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/12017_cgem_ii_800_edge_hd_02.jpg?v=1675379376"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgem-ii-925hd-computerized-9-25-edgehd-telescope-12018","title":"Celestron CGEM II 925HD Computerized 9.25\" EdgeHD Telescope 12018","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGEMII 925 HD combines 9.25\" EdgeHD high definition optics with a precision Celestron CGEMII go-to mount in an astrographic-quality telescope that any astronomer would be proud to call their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGEMII 925HD telescope puts unique new 9.25\" aperture aplanatic (free from coma and corrected for spherical aberration)EdgeHD high definition\/high contrast Schmidt optics on a precision Celestron CGEMII go-to German equatorial mount. The advanced EdgeHD optical design - a Sky and Telescope Hot Product for 2010 - has a dual-element field flattener lens made from premium Schott optical glass in its central baffle tube that reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography). And those images will look superb through the supplied ultra-premium 82° field 23mm 2\" Celestron Axiom eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optical system delivers an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. You see visibly sharp and point-like stars to the very edges of some of the largest CCD and DSLR chips available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's renowned Starbright XLT multicoatings on every optical surface give you maximum light throughput across the widest possible visual and photographic spectrum. The high-contrast CGEMII 925HD's light grasp, more than 1100 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, reveals star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. The Fastar-compatible optical tube allows imaging down to an incredibly-fast f\/2 focal ratio using optional accessories. The smooth and precise Celestron CGEMII go-to mount makes finding over 40,000 of those stars and objects easy and automatic. You spend more time looking at celestial objects, and less time looking for them. The CGEMII mount combines portability and premium performance with a payload capacity of 40 pounds. 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An optional Fastar lens assembly lens replaces the telescope's removable secondary mirror (an exchange that takes only a few minutes). Your CCD camerais attached to the Fastar lens. This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope. To assure repeatability when you switch between Fastar and conventional imaging, the scope's optical tube is opto-mechanically aligned on a laser bench during manufacture so that all components are axially symmetric in any configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. 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The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e  To make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. No polar alignment finderscope is available to aid in the precise polar alignment required for long exposure astrophotography, nor is any needed. A unique Celestron \u003cem\u003eAll-Star Polar Alignment \u003c\/em\u003eprogram built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. 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This allows you to slide the optical tube fore and aft in the dovetail slot to quickly and precisely balance the optical tube in declination when you add or subtract accessories, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Set-up and takedown times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The oversized dovetail mounting platform assures secure vibration-free tube attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalancing the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two sliding 17pound counterweights are locked in place on the counterweight shaft with a single large hand-tighten knob each. 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There are 19 fiberoptic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. The NexStar hand control provides a constant and easily-visible illuminated right ascension and declination readout of the scopes position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional (and hard to see at night) manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome NexStar features:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEMII mount, a USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGEM II mount always at the cutting edge of technology. An autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for guided, but unattended, long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAligning on the sky:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five different alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer - 2-star align, quickalign, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar align - allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take the scope outdoors. There's even a new and unique \"All-Star\" software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis using a single bright star that will have you readyfor imaging before it's even dark enough to see the North Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e235mm (9.25\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2350mm (93\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23mm (0.91\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e555x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.59 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.49 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1127x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85mm (3.35\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e559mm (22\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e271.8mm (10.7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 lbs (9.53 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGE Dovetail Bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Equatorial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 lbs (18 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1346mm - 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Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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The field flattener reduces off-axis coma and produces aberration-free images across a wide 42mm image circle (as large as the diagonal of a 35mm negative or large format CCD chip and ideal for astrophotography). And those images will look superb through the supplied ultra-premium 82° field 23mm 2\" Celestron Axiom eyepiece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to reduced off-axis coma, the EdgeHD optical system delivers an astrograph-quality focal plane more than three times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. Stars are smaller and more concentrated, creating brighter images and allowing you to see down to a fainter magnitude than other equally-sized telescopes. 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The 24\" long aluminum optical tube has a large handle on the  rear cell and weighs only 28 pounds, making it easy to transport and assemble the scope in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarbright XLT fully-multicoated optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high transmission\/high reflectivity optical multi-coatings package is applied to all optical surfaces. Starbright XLT coatings give you visibly higher light transmission for visually brighter deep space images and shorter exposure times during imaging. They also increase the contrast on subtle lunar, planetary, and nebula details when compared with a scope with ordinary coatings or multi-coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two cooling vents located on the rear cell allow warm air to be released from behind the primary mirror when the scope is taken out for a night's observing or imaging. 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This puts your camera at the f\/2 position in the center of the Schmidt corrector lens at the front of the scope, rather than in its normal f\/10 position at the Cassegrain focus at the rear of the scope.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focusing is accomplished by turning a knob at the rear of the scope body that moves the primary mirror fore and aft along a central baffle tube to adjust the focus. The Celestron focusing mechanism is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimizing the \"mirror flop\" typical of bushing focus mechanisms that causes image shift during critical focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirrorlocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible tension locks hold the mirror in place after correct focus is achieved for imaging and reduce image shift when rotating the tube around the mount (while moving past the zenith during astrophotography, for example). Unlike other designs that have only one locking knob located off to one side of the mirror, the Celestron system uses three locks equally spaced around the mirror to distribute the mirror locking force symmetrically. The focuser itself acts as one of the locks, while two flexible rods spaced 120° away in either direction act as the second and third locks. Controlled by variable tension knobs on the rear cell, these rods act in conjunction with the focuser to hold the mirror in place without putting any asymmetrical force or pressure on the mirror. This keeps the image centered in the eyepiece (or chip) no matter what the orientation of the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 x 50mm straight-through achromatic design, with a wide 5.8 degree field of view, mounted in a spring-loaded easy-adjust quick release bracket..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" first-surface mirror type, with 1.25\" adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e premium 2\" 23mm 82° field Axiom (122x), a much higher quality eyepiece than those supplied with competitive scopes. 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The 17 amp hour capacity Celestron Power Tank #4517V is recommended and will operate the scope all night long without danger of running out of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolar alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make a casual polar alignment for visual use quick and easy, there's a latitude scale with large ergonomically-friendly altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you do a very precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes, using any bright star, even when Polaris is hidden by trees or buildings. The program works in both northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable height tripod:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tripod has 2\"diameter stainless steel legs with a metal center leg brace for rigidity, for excellent vibration damping characteristics. The tripod also includes graduated markings on the tripod legs that will assist in quickly leveling the instrument. The center leg brace is drilled to form a convenient accessory tray that holds 1.25\" and 2\" eyepiece to keep them up out of the dew-soaked grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEM II mount is a dual saddle plate. The saddle plate will now accept both the CGE\/Losmandy wide dovetail plate as well as the AVX\/Vixen style dovetail plate. The dovetail slot on the top of the mount holds the long dovetail slide bar mounted under the optical tube. This allows you to slide the optical tube fore and aft in the dovetail slot to quickly and precisely balance the optical tube in declination when you add or subtract accessories, eliminating the need for an extra counterweight to balance a camera or other accessories. Setup and take down times are exceptionally fast, as a single large hand-tighten knob holds the optical tube in place. A second lock knob prevents the tube from sliding off the mount should the hand-tighten knob loosen. The oversized dovetail mounting platform assures secure vibration-free tube attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalancing the scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two sliding 17pound counterweights are locked in place on the counterweight shaft with asingle large hand-tighten knob each. This makes it easy to rebalance the scope in right ascension if you add heavy photographic accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar computer hand control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied NexStar computer hand control has a built-in database of more than 40,000 stars and objects that it can find and track for you. These include the complete RNGC, Messier, Caldwell, IC, and Abell catalogs; selected SAO stars; the planets, the Moon, and others. The custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; non-planetary solar systems objects; and asterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheNexStar display:\u003c\/strong\u003e All of the database and scope operation information is displayed on a double line,16-character, liquid crystal display on the hand control. There are 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons to make it easy for you to control the computer without affecting your dark-adapted vision. The NexStar hand control provides a constant and easily-visible illuminated right ascension and declination readout of the scopes position on the sky. This provides much greater accuracy than conventional (and hard to see at night) manual setting circles for star-hopping or locating objects by their celestial coordinates alone, should you want to observe the old-fashioned way without using the computer to find objects for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSomeNexStar features:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the CGEM II mount, a USB 2.0 communication port on the hand control allows you to operate the telescope via a personal computer using a USB cable and NexRemote software CD-ROM. The hand control and motor control software is flash-upgradeable to allow you to download the latest product updates over the Internet to keep your CGEM II mount always at the cutting edge of technology. An autoguider port is located on the electronic pier for guided, but unattended, long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAligningon the sky:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five different alignment methods are built into the NexStar computer - 2-star align, quick align, 1-star align, last alignment, and solar align - allowing you to choose a level of computer accuracy in automatically finding objects with which you are comfortable. Alignment is easily accomplished in only a few short minutes. You can be observing in less than 15 minutes after you first take the scope outdoors. There's even a new and unique \"All-Star\" software-assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis using a single bright star that will have you ready for imaging before it's even dark enough to see the North Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-year warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e40 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e660x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputerized Go-To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e122 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.42 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e23mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481981104201,"sku":"CGEMII11HD","price":4769.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/12019_cgem_ii_1000_edge_hd_02.jpg?v=1675379381"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-skymax-102-az-gti-102mm-f-13-goto-maksutov-cassegrain-telescope","title":"Sky-Watcher Skymax 102 AZ-Gti 102mm f\/13 GoTo Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope S21120","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher Skymax 102 AZ-Gti Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-selenium=\"highlightList\" class=\"top-section-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"top-section-list-item\"\u003e102mm Aperture Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"top-section-list-item\"\u003e1300mm Focal Length, f\/13 Focal Ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"top-section-list-item\"\u003eLimited-Diffraction Optical System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"top-section-list-item\"\u003eComputer GoTo AZ Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"top-section-list-item\"\u003eBuilt-In WiFi Module for Remote Control From Your Smart Device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"top-section-list-item\"\u003eTwo 1.25\" Eyepieces, 90° Diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes, such as the ultra-premium Questars, the 102mm Sky-Watcher is designed for observing anything that is small and distant and needs a lot of power to resolve clearly. Its Maksutov-Cassegrain folded optical system provides sharp, high contrast images - mountains and craters on the Moon; major surface details on Mars; multiple storm bands on Jupiter; even Cassini's Division in the rings of Saturn occasionally pops into view in good seeing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutside the solar system, the high resolution 102mm Sky-Watcher splits close binary stars, resolves open star clusters, begins to reveal the brighter nebulas and galaxies, and more. It can also be used as a very high performance terrestrial spotting scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of this 102mm Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrain . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\" (102mm) aperture, 1300mm focal length, f\/12.75 optical system. The system's Maksutov corrector lens is fully multi-coated on both sides with multiple layers of anti-reflection materials for high light transmission and good contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal focuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focuses by moving the primary mirror fore and aft in the optical tube by means of a large focusing knob on the rear cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStar diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25\" 90°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo 1.25\" eyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first is a 25mm Plössl providing 52x. The eyepiece field of view is nearly 1° across, twice the diameter of the full Moon, for expansive views of the Moon, star clusters, and terrestrial observing. The second is a 10mm Plössl providing 130x for close-up views of the Moon and planets, globular star clusters, binary stars and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e illuminated red dot finder. The red dot finder is a quick and easy way to point your telescope exactly to the desired object in the sky. There's no need to worry about the inverted images you see through traditional finders. Just align the red dot seen in the finder with the desired object and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vixen-style dovetail for installing the scope on any altazimuth or equatorial mount that uses a Vixen-style saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a loaded lightweight mount.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe free SynScan Pro app for Android and iOS devices turns this mount into a serious observation machine with 42,900 objects in its database.  The AZ-GTi also has periodic error correction, backlash compensation, tours, and a DSLR camera control.  I can not state enough just how fuil featured this mount is.  The built-in wifi connection allows you to connect without needing an additonal router or internet connection.  With a payload capacity of 11 pounds most small to medium sized instruments should be right at home. Built in clutch knobs on both axis allow for easy movement by hand. With certain mounts when you move the scope by hand you will lose your computer alignment.  Not with this one.  The dual encoders will keep exact axis aligment when you unlock the mount and move the scope manually. Once you are locked in and tracking the DC servo motors run quietly and have minimum vibration. The mount runs on eight user-supplied AA batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, you want to know what exactly the SynScan App does? One this it doesn't do is cost money.  It is free at the app store.  The app will control the mount wirelessly allowing you to align, move, control from your device.  The GPS unit will automatically update your location, day, date, time making it even easier to line up your mount.  Once you get it all aligned the SynScan has a fantastic tour abilty taking you around the night sky to the best objects that are available.  It has three tracking rates (solar, lunar, and sidereal) as well as 10 slewing speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd in closing, we can talk about the 5.3 pound tripod and pier extension.  The tripod is an adjustable height tripod with aluminum legs.  Its maximum height is 43.3\" and the extension pier will give you a few more inches making night time viewing a tad more comfortable while keeping vibration at a minimum.  The tripod legs will spread to 42.3 inches and are held in place with a spreader tray that is designed to hold personal effects or accessories while you are out observing.  The feet of the AZ-GTi are spiked to increase stability when you are on different types of terrain or soft ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e102mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1300mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/12.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eComputer GoTo Via Your Smart Device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e13 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm and 10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eRed Dot Non-Magnifying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEyepieces: 1.25\" 25mm (52x) and 10mm (130x) 1.25\" Star Diagonal Red Dot Non-Magnified Finder AZ Mount Head Pier Extension Tripod Spreader Tray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481985560649,"sku":"S21120","price":765.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/AZ-GTi102_Main_1800x1800_317f9503-9917-4f52-a53d-4b02b5299558.webp?v=1723143714"}],"url":"https:\/\/astronomics.com\/collections\/goto-telescopes.oembed?page=6","provider":"Astronomics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}