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Meade X-Wedge or LX200 and LX600 Telescopes Review

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Meade X-Wedge or LX200 and LX600 Telescopes

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  • Material: Ultra-rigid aircraft grade aluminum
  • Compatibility: Meade LX200 & LX600 Telescopes

The Meade x Aluminum Wedge is designed for long exposure astrophotography and imaging with Meade LX200 and LX600 models. This extremely heavy duty wedge allows for secure and stable mounting with exceptional vibration damping of larger Meade SC and ACF telescopes. This precision CNC machined wedge is constructed from ultra-rigid aircraft grade aluminum with smooth, accurate altitude and azimuth adjustments. Thirty percent more stable than competing equatorial wedges, the x-Wedge sets a new standard for equatorial stability while allowing for tracking from horizon to horizon without need of any meridian flip such as required by German Equatorial Mounts. For use with the Meade field tripods as supplied with all compatible models including 10 through 14″ diameter LX200 and LX600 telescopes. Also compatible with LX90 models and discontinued models LX50, LX200 Classic and RCX400. Wedge can also be pier mounted (hardware not included). Equatorial mounting is required for astrophotography and imaging exposures longer than about 5 minutes. The Meade x-Wedge is mounted between a telescope and the tripod to accomplish the tilt of an equatorial type mount that matches the observer’s latitude and permits precise polar alignment of your telescope. The wedge allows the astrophotographer to align the telescope’s axis of rotation with the Earth’s axis of rotation. This alignment eliminates stars in your long exposure photograph from appearing as a long arc, trail or s

SkyWatcher S11510 Maksutov-Cassegrain 102mm (Black) Review

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SkyWatcher S11510 Maksutov-Cassegrain 102mm (Black)

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  • 102 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain
  • 1300 mm (f/12.7)
  • Fully multi-coated
  • Red Dot finder & 1.25” 90 degree Star diagonal
  • Black V-style dovetail plate

Style:102mm Mak-Cass

The Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrains are the ultimate take-anywhere telescopes. Despite their small dimensions they pack a powerful punch. Their high-resolution, diffraction-limited optical systems are multi-coated to maximize contrast and image sharpness.

Celestron NexStar 4 SE Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope – with Accessory Kit (Night Vision Flash Light, Sky Maps, Moon Filter, Optical Cleaning Kit) Review

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Celestron NexStar 4 SE Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - with Accessory Kit (Night Vision Flash Light, Sky Maps, Moon Filter, Optical Cleaning Kit)

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  • NexStar 4 SE Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope – 25mm E-Lux (53x) Eyepiece – StarPointer Finderscope – Internal Flip Mirror Diagonal for Straight Thru or 90° Viewing Angle – Pre-assembled Steel Tripod with Built-in Wedge – Software: NexRemote & The Sky L1 – Celestron Warranty – Bundle includes: – – Night Vision Flash Light – Sky Maps – Moon Filter – Optical Cleaning Kit
  • Celestrons iconic orange tube design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.
  • 4-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. Youll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
  • Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
  • SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if youre unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.

Astronomy made simple…Let a NeXStar SE help you find thousands of stars, planets galaxies and more at the touch of a button! In the tradition of Celestron’s famous orange optical tubes, the new NeXStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control, superior coatings, the revolutionary SkyAlign telescope alignment software and much more. With the NeXStar SE, you are in the driver’s seat. Simply choose an object from the menu and the telescope will find it for you. Using the patented NeXStar technology, the SE scopes have the ability to locate nearly 40,000 objects. All you have to do is look through the eyepiece and enjoy the view! Don’t know what object to choose? Let the intelligent NeXStar SE give you a guided tour of the night sky! The Tour feature offers a customized list of the best objects in the sky to view for your exact time and location anywhere in the world! Not only can your NeXStar SE find objects, it can teach you about them as well. Information on the most popular objects can be viewed in the LCD screen of your hand control. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NeXStar SE will help you take a closer look. Celestron’s

Celestron 91027XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain C9.25″- A XLT (CGE) Optical Tube Assembly Review

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Celestron 91027XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain C9.25

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  • 25mm 1.25″ Eyepiece – 6x30mm Finderscope – 1.25″ Star Diagonal and Visual Back – Dovetail Slide Bar – 2-Year Warranty
  • Celestron C9-1/4-A Optical Tube Assembly 9 1/4″ with Starbright XLT Coating with Dovetail slide bar to fit CGE Mount

Large 9.25″ aperture and long focal length of 2350 mm StarBright XLT optical coatings Aluminum optical tube 25 mm eyepiece Visual back  6×30 finderscope Star diagonal Dovetail rail compatible with CGE Advanced Series mount

Coronado SolarMax II 60mm Doublestack Solar Telescope with Richview System and 15mm Blocking Filter Review

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Coronado SolarMax II 60mm Doublestack Solar Telescope with Richview System and 15mm Blocking Filter

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  • Coronado SolarMax II 60 Double Stack RichView Tuning Telescope – Mounting Rings – Cemax 25mm Eyepiece – Sol Ranger Solar Finder – Carry Case – Coronado Warranty
  • Fully integrated 60mm f/6.6 H-alpha telescope – 400mm focal length
  • 10mm blocking filter
  • RichView tuning system
  • Double Stacked for 0.5 angstrom bandpass

Coronado by Meade SolarMax II 60mm Solar Telescope with RichView system. Includes 10mm Blocking Filter. Features double stacked H-alpha etalon filters, one internal and one external, .5A bandpass, for outstanding surface detail. Used around the world by serious solar enthusiasts and professional research facilities alike for observation of surface detail and prominences on the Sun in hydrogen-alpha (Ha) light. Powerful but very portable, this high resolution Solar Telescope offers dedicated visual observation of the Sun as well as high quality imaging. The new Meade Coronado II represents a breakthrough in solar observing with the new and revolutionary RichView tuning assembly. This patented system allows direct tuning of the primary filter etalon. No other commercially available Ha telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the SolarMax II. Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of active regions, flares, filaments, and other surface detail, or quickly and easily re-tune for prominences on the solar limb. This fully integrated double stack system has the added advantage of being able to operate at a less restrictive Less Than .7A bandwidth by simply removing the external etalon. In this way image brightness is increased, enhancing the visibility of fainter limb detail. The stunning bright red views through a Coronado Ha telescope display astounding surface and limb detail especially when the Sun is in an active phase. The sun

Orion StarSeeker IV 127mm GoTo Mak-Cass Telescope Kit Review

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Orion StarSeeker IV 127mm GoTo Mak-Cass Telescope Kit

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  • Complete GoTo telescope kit includes an expanded accessory pack with everything you need for fun stargazing activities
  • This 5″ diameter GoTo Mak-Cass boasts a super-long 1540mm focal length and f/12.1 focal ratio, for powerful views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects
  • Huge GoTo database of over 42,000 objects, and handy built-in Tour mode means you’ll enjoy great views on any clear night
  • Comes with GoTo hand controller, 23mm (67x) and 10mm (154x) wide-field 60-degree eyepieces, 90-degree star diagonal, EZ Finder II sight, and more
  • Value-packed telescope kit also includes a view-enhancing Moon Filter, detailed MoonMap 260, and a handy AC-to-DC adapter

The value-packed StarSeeker IV 127mm GoTo Mak-Cass Telescope Kit is a great setup for beginning amateur astronomers since it’s loaded with so many great accessories and features a complete GoTo telescope system. The Orion StarSeeker IV 127mm GoTo telescope presents a winning combination of motorized object-location technology and great optical performance at an unbelievably low price. This smart GoTo telescope will lead you and your family on a guided tour of the stars on any clear night. Featuring a long, 900mm focal length Maksutov-Cassegrain (Mak-Cass) optical tube with an f/11.2 focal ratio, the StarSeeker IV 127mm GoTo Mak-Cass delivers detailed, high-magnification views of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. The entire telescope setup weighs just 19 lbs. for easy transportability. Following a simple two-star alignment process, the Orion StarSeeker IV 127mm telescope can guide you to interesting sights on any clear night with its GoTo database of over 42,000 objects. A handy, built-in “Tour” mode feature of the included GoTo hand controller makes it easy for anyone to explore the wonders of starry skies. The StarSeeker IV 127mm GoTo Mak-CassTelescope Kit comes with a great selection of useful accessories. The included 23mm wide-field eyepiece provides 67x magnification in the 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube, and the 10mm ocular yields very high, 154x magnification views through the telescope for closer inspections of starry skies. Use the included 90-deg star diagonal to view the night sky comfortably. The Orion EZ Finder II reflex sight makes it “EZ” to center alignment stars. Use the Moon Filter that comes with the telescope kit for great lunar views. The Orion MoonMap 260 makes it easy to learn about craters, spacecraft landing sites, and more! This complete telescope kit also includes an AC-to-DC Adapter so you can keep your StarSeeker IV telescope’s motors powered from a 110-volt wall outlet.

Celestron 8 Inch EdgeHD OTA Optical Tube [Camera] Review

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Celestron 8 Inch EdgeHD OTA Optical Tube [Camera]

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  • 40mm 1.25″ Eyepiece – 9x50mm Finderscope – 1.25″ 90-Degree Mirror Diagonal – 2-Year Warranty
  • 8″ EdgeHD Optical Tube Assembly
  • Aluminum Optical Tube
  • Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings
  • 2032 mm focal length (f/10)

Optical Performance Aperture: 8.0 EFL: 2032 mm, f/10 Aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain system for aberration-free imaging Premium StarBright XLT coatings for enhanced light transmission Construction Details Aluminum tube Visual back accepts 1.25 accessories Mirror support knobs reduce image shift Filtered tube vents release hot air from behind the primary mirror Dovetail rail: included in package – compatible with Celestron’s CGE mount Fastar compatible: equipped with a removable secondary mirror for ccd imaging 9×50 finderscope Angle of view: 5.8 Assists in locating objects All mounting hardware is included in kit 40 mm Eyepiece Provides 51x magnification with EdgeHD 8 90 Diagonal Accepts 1.25 eyepieces Image orientation: right-side-up, laterally reversed

Celestron C-8 A StarBright XLT 8-inch Schmidt Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly Review

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Celestron C-8 A StarBright XLT 8-inch Schmidt Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly

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  • 25mm 1.25″ Eyepiece – 6x30mm Finderscope – 1.25″ Star Diagonal and Visual Back – Dovetail Slide Bar – 2-Year Warranty
  • Celestron C8-A, 8″ Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly to fit CGE Mounts – Starbright XLT Coatings

8 Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly Aluminum Optical Tube Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings 2032 mm focal length (f/10) 25 mm eyepiece included (81x) Visual back allows for use with 1.25 accessories 6×30 finderscope to help accurately find objects Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky Includes dovetail rail compatible with CGE mount

Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD Computerized Telescope Review

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Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD Computerized Telescope

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  • OTA has StarBright XLT coatings
  • Produces aberration-free images with pinpoint stars
  • Dual fork arm mount anchors the telescope
  • Weighs 43 lbs and includes rugged carrying handles
  • Helps with centering bright objects in the eyepiece

Size:925 (9.25 Inch)

OTA has StarBright XLT coatings Produces aberration-free images with pinpoint stars Dual fork arm mount anchors the telescope Weighs 43 lbs and includes rugged carrying handles Helps with centering bright objects in the eyepiece Track more than 40,000 celestial objects Stainless steel worm gear Steel and nylon ball bearings Tracks smoothly without doing a meridian flip

Celestron NexStar 5 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope Wifi Kit – with Skyportal Wifi Module Review

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Celestron NexStar 5 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope Wifi Kit - with Skyportal Wifi Module

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  • Optical Tube Assembly – 25mm 1.25″ E-Lux Eyepiece – Star Pointer Finderscope – Visual Back (1.25″) – 1.25″ 90-Degree Mirror Diagonal – Computerized Altazimuth Mount with Handset – Tripod with Accessory Tray – The Sky CD-ROM Software for Windows – NeNexRemote Telescope Control Software – RS-232 Cable – 2-Year Warranty – Celestron Skyportal Wifi Module
  • Celestrons iconic orange tube design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.
  • 5-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. Youll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
  • Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
  • SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if youre unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.

Celestrons signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the NeXStar 5SE. Its the perfect choice for your first serious telescope, offering striking views at an economical price. In the 1970s, Celestrons Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes brought the hobby of astronomy to the masses and established Celestron as the worlds premier telescope maker. Our founder, Tom Johnson, invented Celestrons proprietary method of producing Schmidt corrector plates for superior views and maximum portability. Johnson believed in creating high-quality optical instruments at an affordable price, and inspired a generation of amateur astronomers. Four decades later, weve improved upon this design by adding cutting-edge features, while staying true to our founders intent. View the Universes Most Impressive Celestial Objects The 5SEs five-inch primary mirror packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that the solar system has to offer: Saturns rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter, and geographic features on the surface of the Moon. When it comes to deep sky objects, take your 5SE to a dark-sky site and youll see hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and more. Revolutionary Single Fork Arm Mount We know the best telescope is the one you will use most often. Thats why Celestrons engineers created NeXSt

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