Astronomy: Telescopes - Skyscout - Accessories

ASTRONOMY 2007
TELESCOPES SKYSCOUT ACCESSORIES
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M 101 Pinwheel Galaxy C 14 Photo by Frederic_Caron
Telescopes 2007
M 42 Orion Nebula Onyx 80EDF Photo by Andre Paquette
WELCOME TO
THE WORLD OF CELESTRON!
IC 443 Supernova Remnant CGE 925 Photo by Filippo Ciferri
Contents
THE SKY
WILL NEVER LOOK THE SAME

History of Celestron ...................................................4-5 Celestron LIfe ............................................................6-7 SkyScout....................................................................8-9 Telescope Innovation..................................................10 Telescope Table of Contents .......................................11 Intro to Telescopes .....................................................12 Celestron Technologies...............................................13 AstroMaster Series..................................................14-15 Omni XLT Series.....................................................16-17 NexStar SLT Series..................................................18-19 NexStar SE Series ...................................................20-21 Astrophotography .................................................22-23 Advanced Series ....................................................24-25 CPC Series .............................................................26-27 CGE Series ............................................................28-29 StarHopper Series.......................................................30 Onyx 80EDF ..............................................................31 Optical Tube Assemblies .............................................31 Mounts ......................................................................32 Accessory Table of Contents .......................................33 Accessories............................................................34-35 Mount & Telescope Descriptions ............................36-37 Detailed Specifications ...........................................38-43
NGC 104 Globular Star Cluster C14 Photo by Sebatian Voltmer
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FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON ALL OF OUR PRODUCTS.
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History of Celestron
SINCE 1609, when the great Italian scientist Galileo first introduced a rudimentary telescope to astronomy that gave a glimpse of the mysteries lying within the night sky, a fascination to further explore the vast Universe became a constant lure to the curious at heart. By today's standard, that telescope was not much more than ordinary opera glasses. However, that fascination with the mysteries of night skies continued through the ensuing four centuries and triggered immense optic discoveries, culminating in the 21st century, in an ever-growing market not only of professionals but also of serious amateur astronomers and space enthusiasts, young and old alike.
CELESTRON,
OVER
40 YEARS
OF TELESCOPE
HISTORY.
Today, Southern California-based Celestron has captured the enviable worldwide reputation as a leader in designing, manufacturing and importing high-quality optical products, including computerized and non-computerized telescopes and related accessories, binoculars, spotting scopes and microscopes. The Celestron brand is recognized for its superior optics, outstanding design and innovative technology by serious amateur astronomers.
Celestron has been manufacturing telescopes and high quality optics since 1960. Originally founded by Tom Johnson, who, while searching for a suitable telescope for his two young sons, decided to build a telescope from scratch. Starting with a 6-inch reflector, he progressed to building increasingly larger and more sophisticated designs. Tom's hobby soon grew into a full-time business, offering Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes in 4-inch to 22-inch models. His immediate challenge was to find a way to efficiently produce the Schmidt corrector plate used in the top-of-the-line catadioptric telescopes (hybrid of reflector and refractor telescope design). Although a corrector plate appears flat, it has a wavy surface that is difficult to mass-produce using standard equipment and procedures. By 1970 Celestron designers and engineers announced a revolutionary method of producing Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes at reasonable cost and in volume. This optical breakthrough was incorporated in the first Celestron C8. The popularity of the C8 in the consumer marketplace led to the C5 and then to larger versions including an 11-inch and 14-inch telescope. Today the Celestron product line still features these models and other quality optical products.
History of Celestron
Celestron has experienced impressive growth over the years, since Tom Johnson sold the company in 1980. Between 1980 and 2002 there were a couple of changes in ownership of the company. In 2002, three of Celestron's senior management team purchased the assets of Celestron and initiated a whole new era for Celestron. Under their ownership the company expanded distribution channels and product offerings, and launched the observatory-class CGE Series of computerized equatorial telescopes.
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NexStar
In April of 2005 the SW Technology Corporation acquired the company and provided Celestron access to a supply chain network with state of the art technology and many years of technical and manufacturing experience. Backed with these competitive advantages, Celestron is now able to concentrate its resources towards offering an unprecedented level of customer satisfaction and a wide range of products to the market place.
Throughout the world, Celestron telescopes have become the telescope of choice for the consumer that can differentiate between brands. Major colleges and universities worldwide use Celestron telescopes in their astronomy programs. Moreover, its solid and esteemed reputation in the scientific community has reached NASA, who selected Celestron's C5 telescope as the telescope to be taken on several space shuttle research missions. Celestron's newest innovative product, SkyScout, was introduced at the 2006 International Consumer Electronics Show in January. It is a handheld, portable celestial viewing device that can identify and/or locate over 6,000 celestial objects, transforming the night sky into your own personal planetarium. It has recently been named the Best of Innovations in the personal electronics category for the annual showcase of new products at the Consumer Electronics Show.
COMMITTED
TO
DEVELOPING
INNOVATIVE
PRODUCTS!
Today Celestron sells and markets its products worldwide through a variety of specialty retail outlets and international distributors. A privately held company with corporate offices and manufacturing facilities in Torrance, CA, Celestron provides efficient and effective logistical support to large retailers. For a list of dealers that carry our products please visit us at www.celestron.com.
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Sebastian Voltmer setting up at Gornergrat, Switzerland. Check out the Matterhorn in the background. Could this be astronomys Disneyland?
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Celestron Life
Astronomy can help bridge the gap between fun and education. Just ask these students from Slovakia.
Jeff Phillips captures his view of Mars from Oregon.
Backyard set-up featuring our C 9.25 carbon fiber tube with XLT coatings, permanent pier, goto mount and self-made dew-cap.
Fabrice Charnays Image of M51. Job well done!
Advanced 8SGT ready for action.
Celestron Life
Transit of Mercury. Photo by Mike Connelley.
Somewhere in the Mojave Desert the Roweville crew is hard at play under the Orionids meteor showers.
Astronomy Hawaiian style, on the summit of Mauna Kea.
When in Los Angeles dont forget to stop by the remodeled Griffith Observatory for an incredible experience.
A young astronomer learning the ropes from one of the best.
The Celestron Team in action at our Mercury Transit event.
Waiting for darkness to fall over LA.
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SkyScout
Personal Planetarium
Comet Neat Photo by Sebatian Voltmer
Identify: Simply point the SkyScout at any star in the sky and click the "target" button. The SkyScout will tell you what object you are looking at. Locate: To locate a star or planet, select the object's name from the menu and follow the directional arrows through the viewfinder. SkyScout tells you when you are on target. It's that easy! Learn: Once you have targeted an object, the real fun begins. The SkyScout provides entertaining and educational audio and text information, including facts, trivia, history and mythology about our most popular celestial objects. A fun learning tool for all ages, the SkyScout personal planetarium puts the knowledge of an expert astronomer in the palm of your hand. SKYSCOUT FEATURES: Uses GPS technology to identify over 6,000 celestial objects with the click of a button Locate stars, planets, constellations and more Simple enough for all ages just turn it on and its ready to use Includes Tonight's Highlights, a customized list of the 20 best objects to view for your exact date, time and location anywhere in the world Audio and in-depth text descriptions provide history, mythology and other information for the most popular objects Take a guided tour through all 88 constellations and even see on-screen constellation maps Built-in Field Guide includes a six part audio lesson on astronomy, bios about history's greatest astronomers, glossary of popular astronomy terms, information on comets, man-made space objects, extra-solar planets and much more Bring it anywhere durable, compact and light design makes it easy
THE SKY
WILL NEVER LOOK THE SAME
The SkyScout is a revolutionary handheld device that uses advanced GPS technology with point and click
Database can be updated with new objects, comets, etc. Includes: vinyl carrying case, earphones, battery sleeves, USB cable and CD-ROM w/ user manual and tutorial
convenience to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations and more.
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SkyScout
NEW
Personal Planetarium
Includes: vinyl carrying case, earphones, battery sleeves, USB cable and CD-ROM with user manual and tutorial
GET THE EXPERIENCE OF
AN EXPERT ASTRONOMER
AT THE PRESS OF A BUTTON.
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Easy to follow menu options appear in the red back-lit LCD display. Audio and in-depth text descriptions provide history, mythology and other information for the most popular objects
MODEL # 93970
DESCRIPTION SkyScout Personal Planetarium
BATTERIES 2 AA (user supplied)
WARRANTY 2-Year
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Telescope Innovation
Celestron takes pride in its reputation for innovation and how we have changed the landscape of amateur astronomy. It all began with the first commercially available Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope over 40 years ago. Below are some of the notable innovations Celestron has introduced over the years.
1966 Introduced the first commercially available Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. 1969 First to have an entire line of Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes; the now famous C6, C8, C10, C12, C16, and C22. First to offer commercially available Observatory Class Telescopes, the C16 and C22. First to offer commercially available Schmidt Cameras in the late 1960s. Popularized the Cold Camera in the early 1970s. Popularized piggyback photography. 1979 Popularized the Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design in astronomy with the introduction of the C90 Astro for $495. 1979 Popularized Maksutov-Cassegrains as spotting scopes with the introduction of the C90 Spotter. Popularized eyepiece projection with the introduction of tele-extenders for Celestrons line of Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. Popularized off-axis guiders for long exposure photography. 1983 First to offer enhanced reflectivity and transmission coatings with the introduction of StarBright coatings. First to offer a telescope drive system that utilized 9V batteries. 1987 First to introduce the Compustar 14, a mass-produced fully-integrated computerized GoTo observatory class telescope. 1996 First to offer the Ultima 2000, a computerized telescope that utilized AA batteries as a power source. First to introduce a commercially available reducer/corrector for Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. First and currently the only commercial telescope manufacturer to offer true hand-figured and matched optics in Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. First to offer a commercially available 8 fork mounted Schmidt-Cassegrain for under $1,000 with the introduction of the Celestar. 1997 First to offer a commercially available Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope capable of f/2 CCD imaging with the introduction of the Fastar System. 2001 Introduced the first commercially available Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with carbon fiber optical tube, the NexStar 11 GPS. 2001 First to offer a commercially available fully computerized GoTo telescope with integrated GPS and compass with the introduction of the NexStar 11GPS. 2002 Introduced the NexStar 5i and 8i, the first commercially available telescopes to be GPS compatible. 2002 Introduced the CN16 GPS, a commercially available GPS accessory with an integrated compass that provides GPS functions to Celestron GPS-compatible computerized telescopes. 2003 Celestron reinvents their StarBright coating by introducing its improved maximum throughput StarBright XLT Coating. 2005 Celestron takes the guesswork out of aligning its computer automated telescopes with the invention of the SkyAlign three-object alignment process. 2006 Introduces SkyScout, the first handheld device that uses advanced GPS technology to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations at a click of a button.
Telescope Table of Contents
A S T R O M A S T E R
SERIES
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Our freshly redesigned entry level telescope line. Refractor & Newtonian Reflector scope designs available on a Altazimuth or German Equatorial mount.
O M N I
X LT
SERIES
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A premium optical system with StarBright XLT coatings mounted on the new CG-4 German Equatorial mount.
N E X S TA R
S L T
SERIES
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Our entry to mid-level computerized telescope. Features SkyAlign Alignment Technology and other design innovations for an easy, enjoyable observing experience.
N E X S T A R
SE
SERIES
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With the introduction of the SE Series we continue on our mission to make astronomy as simple as possible. The computerized SE Series feature Schmidt-Cassegrain and Maksutov optical designs.
A D VA N C E D
SERIES
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A variety of optical designs sit on our Advanced GT mount. Precision engineered for stability the Advanced GT mount has all the features you need to view the latest celestial event or take some astro photos.
C P C
GPS
SERIES
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Designed from the ground up the CPC Series features our famous Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tubes, StarBright XLT coatings and an extremely stable double fork arm mount.
CGE
SERIES
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Now were getting serious! The CGE series is an observatory class optical system featuring our Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tubes, StarBright XLT coatings and the super beefy CGE mount.
S T A R H O P P E R
SERIES
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If you want large aperture but dont want to break the bank the the StarHopper is for you.
ONYX
8 0 E D F
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A small aperture refractor thats perfect for wide angle astro photos. Optics feature Fluoro-ED glass and StarBright XLT coatings for crisp, clear images.
O TA S
These are the same Schmidt-Cassegrain tubes we feature on our high-end scopes.
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MOUNTS
Want to upgrade your mount & tripod? Here are a couple of winners for your consideration.
ACCESSORIES
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Saturn Photo by Daniel Gasparri
Accessories to enhance your next adventure under the stars. Please visit our web site for the complete line of Celestron accessories. www.celestron.com
www.celestron.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL CELESTRON TELESCOPES.
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Intro To Telescopes
objective lens
What Is A Telescope?
A telescope is a light collector. Its main task is to form the brightest possible optical image of the object on which it is focused. This task is accomplished by the primary optical element, called the primary or objective inside the telescopes optical tube. Primary usually refers to the mirror in a reflecting telescope while objective refers to the main lens of a refracting telescope. The image formed by the primary is then magnified by a removable component called an eyepiece. By using different eyepieces, you can change the magnification and the field of view of what you see through the telescope. When comparing telescopes, there are a number of characteristics that can help identify their differences. The most common ones are: Light Gathering Power, Limiting Magnitude, Resolution, and Magnification. No matter what types of optical designs you compare, these characteristics provide valuable information that will help you determine what you can expect to see through a telescope. Light Gathering Power The most important characteristic of a telescope is its light gathering ability. The light gathering capability of a telescope is determined by the diameter of its aperture. The larger the aperture, the more light it collects. When looking at a star, nebula, or galaxy its especially important that as much light be gathered as possible. Fainter celestial objects may be invisible to smaller aperture telescopes. Without enough light, dim objects cannot be seen, no matter how much they might be magnified! The relationship between a telescopes light gathering power and the diameter of its lens or mirror is not directly proportional. As the diameter gets larger, the amount of light gathered increases by the square of the diameter. So if you double the diameter of the primary lens, its light gathering ability increases by four times!
Refractor Telescope
primary mirror Newtonian Reflector Telescope
Limiting Magnitude Astronomers use a system of magnitudes to indicate the brightness of a stellar object. An object is said to have a certain numerical magnitude with 0 (the star Vega ) as the baseline. The larger the magnitude number, the fainter the object. Each magnitude is a difference in brightness by a factor of 2.51 times. For example, a star that is considered 5th magnitude is 100 times fainter than Vega, a zero magnitude star (2.515). The faintest star you can see with your unaided eye is about sixth magnitude (from dark skies) whereas the brightest stars are magnitude zero (or even a negative number). The faintest star you can see with a telescope (under excellent seeing conditions) is referred to as the limiting magnitude. The limiting magnitude of a telescope is directly related to aperture. Larger apertures allow you to see fainter objects. Atmospheric conditions and the visual acuity of the observer will often reduce limiting magnitude. Resolution The ability of a telescope to render fine detail. Higher resolution lets you see more detail on the surface of a planet or separate stars that are close together. Resolution is measured in terms of degrees of arc (called degrees), minutes of arc (called arcminutes), and seconds of arc (called arcseconds). Thus, something that spans one degree of arc is also 60 arcminutes, or 3600 arcseconds (60 x 60). So, something that is one arcsecond is very small only 1/3600th of a degree. Magnification Frequently referred to as power and is a function of the focal lengths of both the primary and the eyepiece. The focal length is the distance from the primary lens or mirror to the point where an image is formed. The eyepiece magnifies the image formed by the primary. The highest magnification you can reasonably achieve with your telescope is once again determined by the size and light gathering ability of the primary. The practical limit is about 60 times the diameter of the primary in inches. So, an 8 telescope should not be expected to produce reasonable images if the telescope/eyepiece combination produces a magnification greater than 480x. In practice, the amount of magnification that can be used will often be reduced by atmospheric conditions. Since many astronomical objects are relatively large but faint, moderate magnification and a larger diameter primary to gather light is the best combination for viewing most celestial objects. When looking at stars, high power is of little use since they always look like pinpoints (stars are so far away they can not be resolved as anything other than a pinpoint). To calculate magnification: Magnification = Focal Length of Primary in mm / Focal Length of Eyepiece in mm So, for a 8 telescope using a 25mm eyepiece: Magnification = 2000/25 = 80 times the power of the unaided eye.
Celestron Technologies
Celestrons Revolutionary SkyAlign

Pick three stars, any stars aligning your telescope is easier and faster than ever. Simply input the date, time and your location (GPS models obtain all this information automatically) and then point the telescope at three bright stars of your choosing. You do not need to know the names of the stars you could even pick the moon or bright planets! The NexStar computer system will figure out which stars were chosen and then align the telescope. SkyAlign is standard with NexStar SLT, NexStar SE and CPC computerized telescopes. There is no need to point the telescope north or to level the optical tube. The initial position of the telescope is irrelevant. This makes for a fast and very easy method for aligning the telescope. How does it work? The NexStar software with SkyAlign calculates the angles measured between the objects and then compares them to the known angles between objects. Using this method, the telescope determines what objects were chosen. The display will tell you which three objects you aligned to for confirmation.
StarBright XLT An Optical System Breakthrough!

One of the most important factors in the evaluation of a Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes optical system performance is its transmission the percentage of incoming light that reaches the focal plane. The design of the XLT System accomplishes two crucial objectives 1. To develop a coating system that is optimized for visual use and, 2. To optimize the coating system and optics for CCD/Photographic imaging. The StarBright XLT High Performance Optical System design consists of: 1. Unique enhanced multi-layer mirror coatings Our mirror coatings are made from precise layers of Aluminum (Al), SiO2 (Quartz), TiO2 (Titanium Dioxide), and Si02. Reflectivity is fairly flat across the spectrum, optimizing it for both CCD imaging and visual use. 2. Multi-layer anti-reflective coatings Made from precise layers of MgF2 (Magnesium Fluoride), and HfO2 (Hafnium Dioxide), which costs nearly $2000 per kilogram, Hafnium results in a wider band pass than Titanium, used in competitive coatings. 3. High Transmission Water White glass Our Schmidt-Cassegrain optical systems with StarBright XLT coatings use Water White glass instead of Soda Lime glass for the corrector lens. Water White glass transmits about 90.5% without anti-reflective coatings. That is 3.5% better transmission than uncoated Soda Lime glass. When Water White glass is used in conjunction with StarBright XLT's anti-reflective coatings, the average transmission reaches 97.4% an 8% improvement! These three components of our StarBright XLT coatings result in one of the finest coatings available. The peak transmission for the systems is 89% at 520 nm. The overall system transmission is 83.5% averaged over the spectrum from 400 to 750 nm.
StarBright XLT COATINGS
NexRemote Remote Control Software

Celestron has been in the forefront of computerized telescope technology for over two decades. We have taken this expertise one step further by introducing the NexRemote Telescope Remote Control Software. NexRemote allows the user to control their Celestron computerized telescope from a personal computer. Every function that can be done using the telescopes hand control can now be duplicated remotely from a PC or laptop. This software was developed for Celestrons telescopes that use the NexStar control system. These include the NexStar SLT Series, Advanced Series, CPC Series and CGE Series (NexRemote ships standard with CPC and CGE Series models). NexRemote provides full emulation of every aspect of the Celestron Computerized Hand Control plus these additional powerful features: NexRemote voice output - Allows you to keep your eyes on the stars instead of the LCD by enabling speech support. Select the objects you want to see and the order that you want to see them. Create and save custom tours using the NexTour feature. Reduce the effect of the laptop screen illumination on your eyes using Night Vision Mode. Wireless control of the telescope with optional game pad support. Use your personal GPS device to interface with NexRemote using NexGPS. Download the latest NexRemote updates online.
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AstroMaster
NEW
Lunar Eclipse Advanced C8 Photo by Bruce Potter
Which AstroMaster model best fits your needs? If youre looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky. The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors. If your interest is strictly watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature, or checking out your favorite star or planet the altazimuth-mounted models are ideal. Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. Models featuring the German Equatorial mount are a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. Built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects. When used for astronomical viewing, AstroMasters yield breathtaking views of the Moon, Saturn with its ring structure, Jupiter and its belts and moons, nebulae and star clusters. Every instrument features all glass optical elements as well as smooth operating steel tripod mountings featuring manual motion controls. All models feature coated optics for enhanced image brightness and clarity. ASTROMASTER FEATURES: Quick and easy no-tool setup Permanently mounted StarPointer Erect image optics Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use Quick release dovetail attachment no tool setup Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch for smooth and accurate pointing (21061, 21063 & 31043) German Equatorial Mount with Setting circles to accurately locate and track sky objects (21062, 31035, 21064, 31042 & 31045)
Series
DESIGNED FOR THE
Rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25" steel tube legs Provides a rigid and stable platform
FIRST TIME BUYER
Offering exceptional value, the AstroMaster
All coated glass optics for clear, crisp images Deluxe accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories The Sky Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images 2 year warranty
series features a compact and portable design with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.
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AstroMaster
AstroMaster 90EQ
AstroMaster 130EQ
AstroMaster 90AZ
Series
ENGINEERED FOR
EASY SET-UP AND GREAT VALUE,

PERFECT FOR THE FIRST TIME USER!
Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. This style of mount is great for viewing nature and celestial objects.
The German Equatorial mount is a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. A built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects.
Locate and identify thousands of celestial objects on your laptop or PC with The Sky Level 1 software included FREE with every AstroMaster model.
Model AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster
70AZ 70EQ 76EQ 90AZ 90EQ 114EQ 114AZ 130EQ
Item # 21061 21062 31035 21063 21064 31042 31043 31045
Aperture 70mm (2.8) 70mm (2.8) 76mm (3) 90mm (3.5) 90mm (3.5) 114mm (4.5) 114mm (4.5) 130mm (5)
Type Refractor Refractor Reflector Refractor Refractor Reflector Reflector Reflector
Focal Length 900mm f/13 900mm f/13 700mm f/9 1000mm f/11 1000mm f/11 1000mm f/9 1000mm f/9 650mm f/5
Eyepieces 20mm (45x), 20mm (45x), 20mm (35x), 20mm (50x), 20mm (50x), 20mm (50x), 20mm (50x), 20mm (33x),
10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm
(90x) (90x) (70x) (100x) (100x) (100x) (100x) (65x)
Mount Altazimuth CG-2 Equatorial CG-2 Equatorial Altazimuth CG-3 Equatorial CG-2 Equatorial Altazimuth CG-3 Equatorial
Coating Fully Coated Fully Coated Aluminum Multi-coated Multi-coated Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Weight 18 lbs 18 lbs 16 lbs 20 lbs 23 lbs 17 lbs 17 lbs 24 lbs
For complete specifications and product information, visit: www.celestron.com
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Omni
NEW
XLT Series
Saturn C11 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer
The new Omni XLT Series features refractor, reflector and Schmidt-Cassegrain optical designs coupled with our new Omni CG-4 heavy-duty German Equatorial mount and sturdy tripod featuring 1.75" stainless steel legs and center tray for superior rigidity and vibration dampening. Along with the stable platform of the CG-4 mount the Omni XLT series features high quality optics. Using aspheric shaping technology in conjunction with hand-figuring the optics the Omni XLT presents an image with virtually no spherical abberation. We also added our famous StarBright XLT coating system to further enhance light transmission. With superior optics and a stable platform the Omni XLT series is a great choice for astrophotography. Use the optional dual-axis motor drive (#93522) and polar axis finder (#94221) to track objects for long exposure photography. OMNI XLT FEATURES: High quality optics start with each lens and/or mirror being hand selected so only the finest grade of optical glass is used StarBright XLT coatings provide maximized light transmission 25mm multi-coated eyepiece 20mm eye relief, 50o FOV 1.25 star diagonal (except #31057)
A PREMIUM
CG-4 German Equatorial Mount with setting circles and slow motion controls to accurately locate and track sky objects
OPTICAL SYSTEM
TO EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE
can appreciate.
The Omni XLT family of telescopes was designed to offer a selection of
Ball bearings in both axis of the mount for smooth performance Heavy-duty pre-assembled stainless steel tripod featuring 1.75 legs, accessory tray and bubble level Easy no-tool setup The Sky Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images 2 year warranty
models with the quality optics and stable platform that serious amateurs
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Omni
Omni XLT 102
Omni XLT 120
Omni XLT 127
Omni XLT 150
XLT Series
FOUR APERTURES AVAILABLE 102MM 120MM 127MM 150MM WITH STARBRIGHT XLT COATINGS
Locate and identify thousands of celestial objects on your laptop or PC with The Sky Level 1 software included FREE with every Omni XLT model.
Tall finderscope mount for easier viewing through finderscope. Machined focus knobs for fine tuning focus.
The CG-4 German Equatorial mount has a refined style and provides the stability you would expect from our CG mounts.
Model Omni XLT102 Omni XLT120 Omni XLT127 Omni XLT150
Item # 21088 21090 11084 31057
Aperture 102mm (4) 120mm (4.7) 127mm (5) 150mm (6)
Type Refractor Refractor Schmidt-Cassegrain Newtonian Reflector
Focal Length 1000mm f/10 1000mm f/8.3 1250mm f/10 750mm f/5
Eyepieces 25mm (40x) 25mm (40x) 25mm (50x) 25mm (30x)
Finderscope 6x30 6x30 6x30 6x30
Coating StarBright StarBright StarBright StarBright
XLT XLT XLT XLT
Weight 43 lbs 46 lbs 40 lbs 46 lbs
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NexStar SLT
Jupiter C11 Photo by Damian Peach
NexStar SLT telescopes can be set up in a matter of minutes with no tools required! Each model comes with a pre-assembled, adjustable stainless steel tripod, a quick release fork arm mount and an optical tube. You can see details of the lunar surface, Venus and its phases, Mars resolved as an orange disc, Jupiter and its four moons, Saturn with its rings plainly visible and much more! Most NexStar SLT's can also be used as a land-based spotting telescope.
Intelligent Design
Powered by 8 AA user supplied batteries or an optional AC adapter (#18776) these NexStar GoTo's love to travel. High precision servo motors provide rigid low-vibration performance. With the NexStar's ergonomically-designed hand control, the user is free to remove the hand control from its holder for remote use or leave it cradled for hands-free operation. With a touch of a button you can select the object catalog, change the slew speed, view fascinating information about an object, or simply know if a desired object is visible in the sky.
Series
NexStar 130 SLT
Celestron's Revolutionary SkyAlign

Using Celestron's patented SkyAlign, simply input the date, time and location into the hand control then slew the telescope to any three bright celestial objects in the sky. You do not need to know the names of the stars you could even pick the moon or bright planets! NEXSTAR SLT FEATURES: Computerized hand control with 4,000+ object database Quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for quick no tool set up SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process Comes with The Sky Level 1 planetarium software and NSOL telescope control software for controlling your telescope via computer Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use Sturdy stainless steel tripod StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment Auxiliary port for additional accessories such as GPS accessory Motorized altazimuth mount and fully computerized hand control U.S. and International city database to easily set your location Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units 2 year warranty
OUR ENTRY LEVEL
COMPUTERIZED
STAR
Designed to be an affordable entry to mid-level computerized GoTo telescope, the NexStar SLT refractors and reflectors are available in the most popular
LOCATING TELESCOPE
sizes and are loaded with valuable design features.
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NexStar SLT
NexStar 60 SLT
NexStar 80 SLT
NexStar 102 SLT
NexStar 114 SLT
NexStar 130 SLT
Series
REVOLUTION AND EVOLUTION,
THE STAR LOCATING TELESCOPE

FEATURES STYLISH DESIGN AND SKYALIGN TECHNOLOGY
Computerize single fork arm design with an auxiliary port for additional accessories.
NexStar SLT telescopes feature Celestrons SkyAlign technology. Simply input the date, time and your location into the hand control then point the telescope at any three bright celestial objects in the sky. SkyAlign does the rest. No guessing or knowledge of the night sky is needed.
Model NexStar NexStar NexStar NexStar NexStar
60SLT 80SLT 102SLT 114SLT 130SLT
Item # 22076 22086 22096 31143 31145
Aperture 60mm (2.4) 80mm (3.1) 102mm (4) 114mm (4.5) 130mm (5)
Type Refractor Refractor Refractor Reflector Reflector
Focal Length 700mm f/12 900mm f/11 660mm f/6.5 1000mm f/9 650mm f/5
Eyepieces 25mm (28x), 25mm (36x), 25mm (26x), 25mm (40x), 25mm (26x),
9mm 9mm 9mm 9mm 9mm
(78x) (100x) (73x) (111x) (72x)
Finderscope StarPointer StarPointer StarPointer StarPointer StarPointer
Mount Altazimuth Altazimuth Altazimuth Altazimuth Altazimuth
Weight 9.5 lbs 14 lbs 14 lbs 15 lbs 18 lbs
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NexStar SE Series
Dumbell Nebula C14 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer
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 our 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 want an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NexStar SE will help you take a closer look.
Celestron's Revolutionary SkyAlign

Using Celestron's patented SkyAlign, simply input the date, time and location into the hand control then point the telescope at any three bright celestial objects and the telescope does the rest. You do not need to know the names of the stars, you can even pick the moon or bright planets. NEXSTAR SE FEATURES: Set up in a matter of minutes with no tools required Computerized hand control with nearly 40,000 object database & motorized altazimuth mount Quick release optical tube for easy no-tool setup StarBright XLT coatings for maximum light transmission and clarity SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright objects, for a fast & easy alignment process StarPointer finderscope to aid in alignment and accurately locate objects Flash upgradeable hand control; update your telescopes operating software via the internet Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use Includes NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer "THE SKY" Planetarium software with 10,000 object database, printable sky maps & enhanced images 2 year warranty
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, our revolutionary SkyAlign alignment software and much more.
ASTRONOMY MADE SIMPLE
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NexStar SE Series
NexStar 4SE
NexStar 5SE
NexStar 6SE
NexStar 8SE
USE THE NEXSTAR SE TO FIND THOUSANDS OF
STARS, PLANETS, GALAXIES & MORE

AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON!
Exclusive Features Of The NexStar 4SE & 5SE Tripod features built-in wedge which allow them to be used for astrophotography! Includes a camera control feature that allows you to remotely take a series of timed exposures using your digital SLR camera.
NexStar 4SE with tripod wedge in use.
Align your NexStar SE telescope in minutes with our SkyAlign technology. Just point the telescope at three bright stars and let the computer do the rest. You dont even need to know the names of the stars!
Model NexStar NexStar NexStar NexStar
4SE 5SE 6SE 8SE
Item # 11049 11036 11068 11069
Aperture 4 (102mm) 5 (125mm) 6 (150mm) 8 (203mm)
Optical Design Maksutov-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain
Focal Length 1325mm f/13 1250mm f/10 1500mm f/10 2032mm f/10
Eyepieces 25mm (53x) 25mm (50x) 25mm (60x) 25mm (81x)
Finderscope StarPointer StarPointer StarPointer StarPointer
Mount Altazimuth Altazimuth Altazimuth Altazimuth
Weight 21 lbs. 28 lbs. 30 lbs. 33 lbs.
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NGC 7380 C11 Photo by Franco Sgueglia
Astrophotography
Cocoon Nebula C14 Photo by Frederic Caron
NGC 1977 CGE 925 Photo by Filippo Ciferri
Astrophotography
Veil Nebula Onyx 80EDF Photo by Andre Paquette
Flame Nebula C14 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer
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Whirlpool Galaxy CGE 925 Photo by Mike Dodd
Advanced Series
Trifid Nebula C8 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer
Advanced telescopes come on heavy-duty German Equatorial mounts with ultra-sturdy 2" stainless steel legs and center tray for superior rigidity and vibration dampening.
Advanced C11-SGT
CG-5 Mount Precision Engineered For Stability

Our new CG-5 German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth operation. The key component that makes this system the most stable in its class is the heavy-duty tripod. It features larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent damping characteristics for more stable views. The CG-5 also has a convenient latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar finderscope for the ultimate in precision alignments.
GoTo Convenience and GPS Compatibility For Precision Accuracy

We are proud to offer the Advanced Series on a computerized GoTo CG-5 mount. Couple this solidly-built mount with the included NexStar computerized control system to utilize many of the same functions and features as Celestron's most advanced GoTo telescopes. The Advanced Series is upgradeable to GPS with the optional CN16 GPS Accessory (#93966). This accessory allows your telescope to pinpoint your location on the Earth, the date and time, and makes the alignment process faster and easier than ever before! The Advanced Series also comes loaded with new software features and over 40,000 database objects. Capable of holding over 35 lbs of payload and slewing at 3 per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database. ADVANCED SERIES FEATURES: Computerized CG-5 German Equatorial Mount Ultra sturdy adjustable tripod with 2 stainless steel legs The Sky Level 1 software 40,000+ object database DC servo motors with encoders on both axes Hand control with double line, 16 character LCD display; red night vision backlighting RS-232 communication port on hand control; Auxiliary Port and Autoguider port on motor drive 2 year warranty
AFFORDABLE AND PORTABLE

that serious amateurs can appreciate.
The Advanced Series family of computerized GoTo telescopes was designed to offer the novice
or more advanced user a selection of models with the features and quality
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Advanced Series
Advanced C100ED-RGT
Advanced C130-MGT
Advanced C6-RGT
Advanced C8-NGT
Advanced C11-SGT
THE ADVANCED SERIES FEATURES
FOUR OPTICAL DESIGN CHOICES

ON ONE ULTRA STABLE VIEWING PLATFORM
CG-5 German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth operation. Additional auxiliary ports for accessories such as the CN16 GPS kit. Model C80ED-RGT C100ED-RGT C130-MGT C6-NGT C6-RGT C6-SGT (XLT) C8-NGT C8-SGT (XLT) C91/4-SGT (XLT) C10-NGT C11-SGT (XLT) Item # 21022 21027 31064 31054 21020 11079-XLT 31062 11026-XLT 11046-XLT 11048 11067-XLT Aperture 80mm (3.1) 100mm (4) 130mm (5) 150mm (6) 150mm (6) 150mm (6) 200mm (8) 203mm (8) 235mm (91/4) 254mm (10) 279mm (11) Type Refractor Refractor Maksutov Reflector Refractor Schmidt-Cassegrain Reflector Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Reflector Schmidt-Cassegrain Focal Length 600mm f/7.5 900mm f/9 2000mm f/15 750mm f/5 1200mm f/8 1500mm f/10 1000mm f/5 2032mm f/10 2350mm f/10 1200mm f/4.7 2800mm f/10 Eyepieces 20mm (30x) 20mm (45x) 32mm (63x) 20mm (38x) 20mm (60x) 25mm (60x) 20mm (50x) 25mm (81x) 25mm (94x) 20mm (60x) 40mm (70x) Finderscope 6x30 9x50 10x50 6x30 9x50 6x30 9x50 6x30 6x30 9x50 9x50 Coatings Fully Multi-coated Fully Multi-coated Multi-coated Aluminum Multi-coated StarBright XLT Aluminum StarBright XLT StarBright XLT Aluminum StarBright XLT Weight 42 lbs 50 lbs 51 lbs 54 lbs 68 lbs 54 lbs 67 lbs 54 lbs 74 lbs 93 lbs 91 lbs
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CPC GPS Series
Andromeda Galaxy C8 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer
Internal GPS automatically downloads the date and time from orbiting satellites and pinpoints its exact location on Earth. This eliminates the need for you to manually enter the date, time, longitude and latitude. Then use our revolutionary SkyAlign technology to align your telescope. Simply locate and manually point (slew) the telescope to three bright celestial objects. You do not need to know the names of the stars you may even pick the moon or bright planets! Celestron's NexStar software technology will model the night sky to determine the position of every star, planet and celestial object above the horizon. Once aligned, the computerized hand control allows direct access to each of the celestial catalogs in its user-friendly database. With the CPC Series, Celestron has gone back to the drawing board and re-designed, re-engineered, and re-invented a telescope family that provides superior quality, unsurpassed ease of use, and incomparable value. All CPC models ship standard with our NexRemote telescope control software and StarBright XLT High Performance Optical Coatings. CPC GPS FEATURES: Re-designed drive base and drive mechanics quiet operation; large drive gears, quick release clutch; Auxiliary ports for AutoGuider, PC; easily mounts to tripod SkyAlign Alignment Technology simply choose three bright celestial objects, the telescope does the rest Convenient hand control holder allows you to view information handsfree while using the scope 40,000+ object database Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units Easy to locate over-sized clutching knobs on both axes for manual use All metal quick release finderscope bracket with spring loaded pivot and easy to use x-y adjustment screws Ultra-wide 9.8 bearing track drive base provides smooth stable tracking at any rate Ergonomic design comfortably lift and move the telescope from location to location Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) NexRemote Included Heavy-duty steel leg tripod with accessory tray/center leg support bracket for rock solid stability; spring-loaded mounting screws and recessed mounting platform for quick setup 2 year warranty
THE TELESCOPES OF
SkyAlign technology, advanced engineering, and a bold new design at a price that is out of this world! Celestron's CPC Series with revolu-
TOMORROW ARE HERE TODAY!
tionary SkyAlign Alignment Technology re-defines everything that amateur astronomers are looking for quick and simple alignment, GPS, unsurpassed optical quality, ease of set-up and use, ergonomics, enhanced computerization and, most important, affordability.
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The CPC Series is ergonomically designed for easy one person transport and assembly.
CPC GPS Series
THREE APERTURES AVAILABLE
8.00INCH 9.25INCH 11.00INCH
Drive base and drive mechanics feature quiet operation, large drive gears, quick release clutch, auxiliary ports for expandablility and easy attachment to tripod
Model CPC 800 (XLT) CPC 925 (XLT) CPC 1100 (XLT)
Item # 11073-XLT 11074-XLT 11075-XLT
Aperture 203mm (8) 235mm (9.25) 279mm (11)
Type Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain
Focal Length 2032mm f/10 2350mm f/10 2800mm f/10
Eyepieces 40mm (51x) 40mm (59x) 40mm (70x)
Finderscope 8x50 8x50 8x50
Coating StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT
Weight 61 lbs 77 lbs 84 lbs
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CGE Series
The CGE Series features the precision optics of Celestrons famous SchmidtCassegrain design and StarBright XLT coating for improved light transmission.
CGE Mount Design Advantages

Designed For Portability Set up and transportation of the CGE telescopes is made easy by separating the CGE instruments into individual, easy-to-carry components. The CGEs optical tube can be quickly removed from its mount, making even the CGE 1400 easily assembled by one person. Recognized For Superior Stability German Equatorial mounts place the center of gravity directly over the tripod legs making the system extremely stable and virtually eliminates all vibration. An improved Super HD Tripod supports the CGE mount. The tripod is made from the finest cold rolled carbon steel and can be raised to a height of 50". 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. Easy To Balance Balancing the weight of camera equipment and other visual accessories is accomplished by simply sliding the counterweight for Right Ascension and moving the optical tube along its dovetail mounting for Declination. No additional weight is needed. Clearance For Accessories CGE mounts support their tubes at a single contact point allowing the tube to move freely around its polar axis without making contact with the mount. This is useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescope. GPS Compatible All CGE mounted telescopes are compatible with Celestrons CN16 GPS accessory (Item #93967). CGE SERIES FEATURES: Carbon Fiber Tube Strong and lightweight (CGE 925 and 1400 feature aluminum optical tubes) Autoguide port, PC port and auxiliary ports located on the electronic pier Drive Motors offer smooth, quiet operation and long life Precision Bronze Worm Gear, which minimizes total composite error and backlash Bearing and Shaft Stainless steel worm shaft has 0.4375 pitch diameter and is preloaded with two ball bearings; the single piece steel worm is made to minimize run-out, which is a source of periodic error No-slip clutch system for pointing precision Primary mirror focusing mechanism is supported by two preloaded ball bearings, minimizing the "mirror flop" typical of bushing focusing mechanisms GoTo system is precision accurate to 1.5 arcminutes 40,000+ object database with 400 user-defined objects Hibernate maintains alignment even while powered down Polar alignment routines for northern and southern hemispheres Displays only objects above the horizon, also allows for user-defined limits Permanent programmable periodic error correction (PEC) corrects for periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives NexRemote Included #11064-XLT is Fastar compatible to reduce astrophotography exposure time 2 year warranty
CGE 1400
AN OBSERVATORY CLASS
TELESCOPE
WITH A ROCK SOLID
REPUTATION.
The CGE series is Celestrons line of observatory class Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. Offered in 8", 91/4", 11" and 14" apertures, all are mounted on the state of the art CGE GoTo German Equatorial mount. The German Equatorial mount has long been the favored choice of astronomy buffs and astrophotographers because of its stability and portability.
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CGE Series
CGE 800
CGE 925
CGE 1100
CGE 1400
THE CGE MOUNT PROVIDES
A ROCK SOLID BASE

FOR THE SCHMIDT-CASSEGRAIN OPTICAL DESIGN.
Mars Rotation C14 Photos by Sebastian Voltmer
The CGE Mount features CNC machined components and expandablility with the Autoguide port, PC port and auxiliary ports located on the electronic pier. Type Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Focal Length 2032mm f/10 2350mm f/10 2800mm f/10 3910mm f/11 3910mm f/11 Eyepieces 25mm (81x) 25mm (94x) 40mm (70x) 40mm (90x) 40mm (90x) Finderscope 6x30 6x30 9x50 9x50 9x50 Coating StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT Weight 113 lbs 134 lbs 142 lbs 184 lbs 184 lbs
Model CGE 800 (XLT) CGE 925 (XLT) CGE 1100 (XLT) CGE 1400 (XLT) CGE 1400 Fastar
Item # 11058-XLT 11059-XLT 11061-XLT 11063-XLT 11064-XLT
Aperture 200mm (8) 235mm (91/4) 279mm (11) 355mm (14) 355mm (14)
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StarHopper Series
Moon with Saturn C8 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer
StarHopper 10
This optical system is characterized by a large primary mirror at the bottom of the tube which collects light and concentrates it onto a small secondary mirror. The light is then reflected out the side of the tube and into the eyepiece. Best of all, StarHopper Dobsonians are easy to observe with. The user navigates through the night sky by simply moving the tube up or down, or side to side, by hand. Celestron StarHoppers use optical quality BK-7 glass. The same high-quality glass used in most binocular prisms and refractor telescope lenses. All StarHoppers use a roller track bearing on the azimuth surface providing dozens of support points for smooth swivel motion. They also use a variable tension clutch system for proper balance and control in both altitude and azimuth. The 10" & 12" StarHoppers have cooling fans built into the rear cell to decrease cooling times. STARHOPPER FEATURES: Adjustable roller track bearing on the azimuth surface provides a smooth motion Variable tension clutch system for proper balance and control in both altitude and azimuth Optical quality BK7 annealed glass provides better thermal expansion properties than standard plate glass mirrors Built-in cooling fan improves mirror cooling time and reduces damaging tube currents (for StarHopper 10" and 12" models) 9-point flotation mirror cell gives equal support of the primary mirror to minimize mirror deflection (for StarHopper 12" model) Quick release finder bracket with spring loaded pivot and x-y adjustments Carrying handle and eyepiece holder for convenience 2 year warranty
10" & 12" StarHoppers have cooling fans built-in to the rear cell to decrease cooling times.
LARGE
Celestrons StarHopper series of Dobsonian telescopes are available in 6", 8", 10" and 12" apertures. Dobsonian telescopes are recognized by amateur astronomers as an
APERTURE
LOW
PRICE
Item # 10600 10800 10110 10112
excellent value for the aperture size, and our StarHopper line is as rich in features as it is in value. Model StarHopper StarHopper StarHopper StarHopper Primary Mirror 6 8 10 12 Type Dobsonian Dobsonian Dobsonian Dobsonian Focal Length 48 48 50 60
6 8 10 12
Eyepieces 25mm-1.25 25mm-1.25 32mm E-Lux 2 32mm E-Lux 2
Finderscope 6x30 9x50 9x50 9x50
Focuser 11/4 2 with 11/4 adapter 2 with 11/4 adapter 2 with 11/4 adapter
For complete specifications visit: www.celestron.com
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Onyx 80EDF / OTA
Introducing Celestron's Onyx 80EDF Premium Refractor. With Fluoro-ED glass and Celestron's StarBright XLT Coatings, the choice couldn't be more clear.
Premium 80mm refractor with StarBright XLT high transmission coatings Made from Fluoro-ED glass to deliver razor-sharp images Celestron combines a Fluorite based, low dispersion glass with high density crown glass for virtually color-free images across the visible spectrum 2" Crayford style focuser minimizes image shift Rotatable focuser for easy framing of objects for photography Extendable lens shade reduces glare and protects lens from moisture Built-in sighting scope to help accurately locate objects Integrated dovetail compatible with Celestron Computerized GoTo Advanced CG-5 Mount (#91518) Aluminum case for convenient storage and protection
80EDF
Onyx 80EDF Shown With Optional XLT Diagonal
Model Onyx 80EDF
Item # 52285
Aperture 80mm
Focal Length 500mm
COATING StarBright XLT
LENGTH 16 in.
WEIGHT 6.1 lb.
Celestron Optical Tube Assemblies

Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assemblies (OTA) are available individually for use with your favorite mount. Each OTA is made to the same exacting standards as those used on all our high quality telescopes. All optical surfaces are coated with Celestrons high efficiency StarBright multi-layered coating group. These tube assemblies are equipped with the same dovetail mounting bar used on the CGE and Advanced Series for easy attachment to a variety of popular mounts. Every tube assembly is quality control tested at our manufacturing facility in Torrance, California. OTA FEATURES: Carbon fiber or aluminum tube available on 8 through 11 tubes 14 models available only in aluminum Optional StarBright XLT coating is available on all models Item #s 91023 and 91038 are FASTAR compatible
Model C6-A (XLT) C8-A (XLT) C8-A (XLT) C8-CF (XLT) C91/4-A (XLT) C91/4-A (XLT) C91/4-CF (XLT) C11-A (XLT) C11-CF (XLT) C11-A (XLT) C14-A (XLT) C14-A (XLT)
Item # 91010-XLT 91024-XLT 91020-XLT 91023-XLT 91027-XLT 91025-XLT 91026-XLT 91036-XLT 91035-XLT 91067-XLT 91037-XLT 91038-XLT
Aperture 150mm (6) 200mm (8) 200mm (8) 200mm (8) 235mm (9.25) 235mm (9.25) 235mm (9.25) 279mm (11) 279mm (11) 279mm (11) 355mm (14) 355mm (14)
Type Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Carbon Fiber Aluminum Aluminum Carbon Fiber Aluminum Carbon Fiber Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Focal Length 1500mm f/10 2032mm f/10 2032mm f/10 2032mm f/10 2350mm f/10 2350mm f/10 2350mm f/10 2800mm f/10 2800mm f/10 2800mm f/10 3910mm f/11 3910mm f/11
Eyepieces 25mm (60x) 25mm (81x) 25mm (81x) 25mm (81x) 25mm (94x) 25mm (94x) 25mm (94x) 40mm (70x) 40mm (70x) 40mm (70x) 40mm (98x) 40mm (98x)
Finderscope 6x30 6x30 6x30 6x30 6x30 6x30 6x30 9x50 9x50 9x50 9x50 9x50
Dovetail CG-5 CGE CG-5 CGE CGE CG-5 CGE CGE CGE CG-5 CGE CGE
Coatings StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT StarBright XLT
Weight 10 lbs 12 lbs 12 lbs 12 lbs 20 lbs 20 lbs 20 lbs 27 lbs 27 lbs 27 lbs 45 lbs 45 lbs
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Mounts
Model CG-5 Computerized Mount CGE Computerized Mount Item # 91518 91524
CG-5 Computerized Mount
CGE Mount
CG-5 COMPUTERIZED MOUNT FEATURES

The CG-5 Computerized German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth operation. The key element that makes this system the most stable in its class is the heavy-duty tripod with larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent damping characteristics for more stable views. CG-5 Computerized GoTo convenience and GPS compatibility for precision accuracy Couple this solid mount with the included computerized control system to utilize many of the same functions and features like the NexStar computer control system and an Autoguider port for long exposure deep sky astrophotography as Celestron's most advanced GoTo telescopes. GoTo models are also upgradeable to GPS with the optional CN16 GPS Accessory (#93966) allowing your telescope to pinpoint your position on the earth, the date and time, making the alignment process faster and easier than ever before!
CGE MOUNT FEATURES

Recognized For Superior Stability An improved Super HD Tripod supports the CGE mount. This fully extendable tripod is made from the finest cold rolled carbon steel and can be raised to a height of 50". 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. CGE Equatorial Mounts Can Easily be Balanced on Both Axes Balancing the weight of camera equipment and other visual accessories is accomplished by simply sliding the counterweight for Right Ascension and moving the optical tube along its dovetail mounting for Declination. This means that no additional weight needs to be added to balance the telescope when additional accessories are added. Clearance For Accessories CGE mounts support their tubes at a single contact point allowing the tube to move freely around its polar axis without making contact with the telescopes mount. This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes. GPS Compatible All CGE mounts are compatible with Celestrons CN16 GPS accessory (Item #93967). Combine the GPS and built-in Hibernate mode and these mounts will keep track and remember their exact location and time without the need to re-enter the information into the computerized hand control.
Description With dual-axis slew motors and computerized hand control w/ 40,000+ object database German Equatorial Mount and Tripod. Includes one 25lb. weight
Weight 42 lbs 114 lbs
Telescope Accessories
POWER
SUPPLIES
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Power your telescope anywhere with our PowerTank portable power supply.
CN16
GPS
ACCESSORY
34
Convert select Celestron telescopes to the convenience and accuracy of GPS.
SOLAR
SYSTEM
IMAGER
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Take images of the solar system with our NexImage CCD imager.
H E AV Y
DUTY
WEDGE
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Use this wedge to increase stability and astrophotography on our CPC GPS Series telescopes.
EYEPIECES
Adjust the magnification and increase the image quality of your telescope with a variety of eyepiece options from Celestron.
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EYEPIECE
F I LT E R S
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Enhance your view of many celestial objects with our eyepiece filters. We also offer popular filters in a variety of sets for your convenience.
X LT
DIAGONALS
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A new high-end 2 diagonal for refractor and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope.
BINOCULAR
VIEWER
35
Lessen eye fatigue and enhance your views with these bino viewers.
VISIT US AT
Photo by Richard Hedrick
www.celestron.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL CELESTRON ACCESSORIES.
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18777
Focal Reducer/ Field Corrector Lens F6.3

For Celestron 5", 8", 9.25", 11" and 14" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes Possible to have a dual focal ratio instrument, without sacrificing image quality Wide fields of view, reduces astrophotography exposure time by a factor of 3
94178 93712
Item # 12.5mm Micro Guide Eyepiece 1.25
94175
NexImage Solar System Imager
PowerTank 17
17 amp hour, 12V D.C. 18774 2 x 12V DC output car jack socket DC 3, 6, 9V output jacks Built-in AM/FM radio and siren with removable red filtered flashlight Multi-angle 800,000cp halogen spotlight Jump-start system - 250 cranking AMPS (5 sec.) Switchable 110v-220v AC adapter
Item # PowerTank 7
7 amp hour, 12V D.C. 2 x 12V DC output car jack socket DC 3, 6, 9V output jacks Built-in flashlight with red filter cap
18777
Complete CCD solar system imager View and capture live video with your computer Software automatically filters out poor video frames, leaving the sharpest frames to be stacked and aligned into one quality image Easy to follow quick start guide and tutorial Camera control software allows you to adjust the gain, contrast, exposure time, frame rate and color saturation manually on your PC Compatibility 1.25" adapter barrel makes NexImage compatible with most any telescope Versatility 1.25 adapter is threaded for standard eyepiece filters and can be removed and replaced with optional focal reducer lens
Item # NexImage Reducer Lens
93712
Multi-function guiding eyepiece features a laser-etched reticle with a built-in battery illuminator Multi-coated 12.5mm Abbe (4-element) Orthoscopic Use for direct guiding on stars outside the center of the field of view; greatly improved off-axis guiding to capture much fainter, sharply focused guide stars without reducing limiting magnitude; and measuring position angles and separation of double stars Includes: eyepiece, built-in cordless illuminator with brightness control, batteries and instructions
Item #
93967
18774
Increase your field of view by over two times for wide field lunar and filtered solar imaging Replaces the 1.25" barrel and threads directly into the NexImage housing
Item #
94171
Item # CN16 GPS Kit

Improves the accuracy of your initial star alignments The CN16 will link up and automatically download the exact time, date longitude and latitude from one of many global positioning satellites. Kit contains the CN16 GPS Accessory and appropriate mount hardware for each application
94178
Radial Guider
For use in prime focus, deep-sky imaging or astrophotography with Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes Simultaneously photograph and guide through the optical tube assembly of your telescope Guiding eyepiece, camera T-Ring and drive corrector (dual axis preferred) required
Digital Camera Adapter

Allows you to attach a digital camera to most telescopes and spotting scopes Compatible with 1.25" or even 2" eyepieces. Dual axis fine adjustments
Item # 94176 VSP (Vibration Suppression Pads)

Set of three Vibration Suppression Pads will reduce vibration time by almost 100% and decrease vibration amplitude Place between the bottom of the tripod legs and the ground, a simple and functional solution to the problem of image disturbance
93626
Item #
93963 93966 93967
Description
For use with NexStar 5i and 8i telescopes For use with Advanced GT computerized mount For use with CGE series mount
Item #
Item # Heavy Duty Wedge

For All CPC Series (and Nexstar GPS or Ultima 2000) telescopes, this heavy-duty wedge is available for the astrophotographer Increases the rigidity of the telescope while giving a 0 to 90 range of operation An upgrade kit with a deluxe latitude adjuster and azimuth controls for easy polar alignment is available (#93662)
93503
Celestron Sky Maps

The ideal teaching guide for learning the night sky More than a thousand stars and deep-sky objects are listed and charted
Focus Motor
Focus Motor w/ separate hand control for all 8" & 11" SCT Optical Tubes
Item #
94142
Item #
93655
Item #
93722
Omni Series Eyepieces

4-element premium symmetrical Plssl optical design Blackened lens edges to minimize internal reflection and maximize contrast Multi-layer coating group on each lens Two-step anodizing process to prevent reflection from the top eyepiece barrel Threaded barrels accept 11/4" thread-in filters
2" Eyepiece and Filter Kit

94119-10
Item #
93316 93317 93318 93319 93320 93321 93322 93323 93325 93326 4mm; 11/4 6mm; 11/4 9mm; 11/4 12mm; 11/4 15mm; 11/4 20mm; 11/4 25mm; 11/4 32mm; 11/4 40mm; 11/4
Description
angular FOV 52 angular FOV 52o angular FOV 52o angular FOV 52o angular FOV 52o angular FOV 52o angular FOV 52o angular FOV 52o angular FOV 43o 2x Barlow Lens
o
94119-20
94119-30
94119-40
Three E-Lux 2" Eyepieces; 3-element fully multi-coated in 26, 32 and 40mm focal lengths 2" Barlow Lens 2x; fully multi-coated. Five colored eyepiece (Lunar & Planetary) filters 2" mirror diagonal fits Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and includes an adapter to use with refractor telescopes Aluminum carrying case die-cut foam interior
1.25 Eyepiece Filter Sets

Cells of each filter are double-threaded, so they can be stacked (piggybacked) in various combinations An invaluable aid in lunar and planetary observing Reduce glare and light scattering, increase contrast through selective filtration, increase definition and resolution, reduce irradiation and lessen eye fatigue Anti-reflection coating prevents glaring and ghosting Threaded to fit Celestron's, and most other manufacturer's, 1.25" eyepieces, and offer a full 26mm clear aperture
Item #
94305
1.25" Eyepiece and Filter Kit

Five Superior Grade Plssl Eyepieces 4-element design in 4mm,6mm, 9mm, 15mm, and 32mm sizes. Barlow Lens - 2x; fully multi-coated Six Colored Eyepiece (Lunar & Planetary) Filters Moon Filter Aluminum Carrying Case with die-cut foam interior and has room for additional accessories.
X-Cel Series Eyepieces

Great for planetary viewing 6-element fully multi-coated optical design with extra low dispersion (ED) glass on its most highly curved surfaces Wide 55 apparent field of view, and a large 25mm clear aperture Comes with soft rubber eyecups 20mm eye relief Threaded barrels accept 11/4" thread-in filters
Item #
Description
filters filters filters filters
94119-10 Kit includes: #21, #80A, #15 and polarizing 94119-20 Kit includes: #12, #25, #56, ND-25 94119-30 Kit includes: #23A, #38A, #58, ND-50 94119-40 Kit includes: #8, #47, #82A, ND-13
Item #
93386 93387 93388 93389 93390 93391 93392 93393 93327 2.3mm; 11/4 5mm; 11/4 8mm; 11/4 10mm; 11/4 12.5mm; 11/4 18mm; 11/4 21mm; 11/4
Description
angular FOV 55 angular FOV 55o angular FOV 55o angular FOV 55o angular FOV 55o angular FOV 55o angular FOV 55o 11/4 25mm 2x Barlow Lens
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Item #
93623
94303
94123 93608
93526
93527
Eyepiece Filters
An invaluable aid in lunar, planetary and deep sky observing Reduce glare and light scattering, increase contrast through selective filtration, increase definition and resolution, reduce irradiation and lessen eye fatigue OIII narrowband filter (#93623) isolates just the two doubly-ionized oxygen lines emitted by planetary and emission nebulae, while blocking the rest of the overall spectrum of light Light Pollution Reduction (LPR) Filters (#94123) are designed to selectively reduce the transmission of certain wavelengths of light, specifically those produced by artificial light Filters are double-threaded, so they can be stacked
2 XLT Diagonal
2" Diagonal for Schmidt-Cassegrain or refractor telescopes Celestron's high performance XLT coating for maximum reflectivity >96% Interferometer tested 1/10th wave flat mirror All machined housings for accurate optical alignment Aluminum case for storage and protections
Ultima-LX Series Eyepieces

Extendable twist-up cups Every Ultima eyepiece is parfocal with each other, meaning little or no focusing is needed when changing from low to high power Threaded barrels accept 1-1/4" Celestron thread-in filters Shock resistant rubber covering No slip grip designed for secure handling even in moist conditions Ergonomic contours prevent eyepiece from rolling off flat surfaces
Item #
93526 93527
Description
2 XLT diagonal for refractor 2 XLT diagonal for Schmidt-Cassegrain
Item #
70o 70o 70o 70o 70o 70o 93608 93623 93624 94121 94123 94124 94125 94119-A
Description
Polarizing Filter Set OIII Filter 11/4 OIII Filter 2 V Refractor Filter 11/4 UCH/LPR Filter 11/4 UCH/LPR Filter 2 UV/IR Cutoff Filter 11/4 Moon Filter 11/4
Stereo Binocular Viewer

Allows you to adapt two eyepieces to your telescope and view with both eyes simultaneously Eliminates eye fatigue and provides a 3-D effect while viewing certain celestial objects Fully Multi-Coated BAK-4 prisms Foam lined aluminum storage case Eyepiece diopter scales for sharp focus
Item #
93366 93367 93368 93369 93375 93376 11/4-2 5mm; 11/4-2 8mm; 11/4-2 13mm; 11/4-2 17mm; 2 22mm; 2 32mm;
Description
angular angular angular angular angular angular FOV FOV FOV FOV FOV FOV
Item #
93691
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Mount & Telescope Descriptions
The Mount and Tripod

To a large extent, a telescope is only as good as its tripod and mount. A telescope magnifies everything, including vibration. Thats why many telescopes with good optics are rendered useless when supplied on an inexpensively made mount. Since youll be using a mounts controls to track the slow and steady apparent movement of the stars, a suitable mounts adjustments should be smooth, yet precise. Altazimuth vs. Equatorial There are two basic types of mounts: Altazimuth (Alt-Azimuth) and Equatorial. Altazimuth mounts are the simplest type of mount with two motions: altitude (up and down/vertical) and azimuth (side-to-side/horizontal). Good Altazimuth mounts will have slow motion cable controls to make precise adjustments, which aid in keeping tracking motion smooth. These type of mounts are good for terrestrial observing and for scanning the sky at lower power but are not advised for deep sky photography. Both Altazimuth and Equatorial mounts can track the stars sufficiently for visual use, however, only equatorials can be used for long exposure astrophotography. Since Altazimuth mounts are not aligned with the Earths axis, they must use both axes to track an object. With Altazimuth mounts you will be able to accurately track an object centered in the field of view, however over time all the other stars in the field will appear to rotate around the center of the field. This is hardly noticeable in an eyepiece, but is obvious on film. Altazimuth Advantages Easy to set-up and use Least expensive type of mount Ideal for terrestrial observing Altazimuth Disadvantages Cannot be used for long exposure photography Non-computerized models cannot track stars and planets On an Equatorial mounting, the two axes are perpendicular to each other as they are on an Altazimuth mount. But on an Equatorial mounting, the left-to-right axis has been tilted so that it is parallel to the Earths axis instead of at the horizon. On an Equatorial mount, only the axis that is parallel to the Earths axis, needs to be rotated. On an Altazimuth mount, BOTH axes must be moved. If you would like to do long exposure photography, the telescope must be mounted on an equatorial mount. Some Celestron telescopes that are on Altazimuth mountings can be tilted up (with the use of an equatorial wedge) to orient the azimuth axis parallel to the Earths axis. Equatorial Advantages Best for long exposure photography Easy to use visually because only one axis movement compensates for Earths rotation Setting circles on non-computerized models help locate astronomical objects Equatorial Disadvantages Set-up is more extensive because of polar alignment requirements Not suitable for terrestrial use
Do you want a GoTo computerized telescope?

Many of Celestrons telescopes are computerized GoTo telescopes. GoTo capability is very useful for the novice who needs assistance in finding objects in the night sky. Since there is a large database of celestial objects, it is unnecessary to refer to star charts to identify objects. Once the telescope is properly aligned and an object is selected, the telescope will automatically go to the object. GoTo equipped Celestron telescopes include both altazimuth and equatorial models. Even without GoTo, many Celestron equatorial scopes have manual setting circles that allow you to find objects in the sky with the help of a good star map. There are a number of factors to consider when selecting a particular telescope. These factors will usually depend on your individual requirements including cost, portability, versatility, usability and appearance. You should also consider how you plan to use the instrument both now and in the future. Most important, consider your budget and portability requirements, and select a telescope with the largest aperture possible.
Types of Telescopes
REFRACTOR TELESCOPE A refractor telescope uses a lens as the primary. The lens at the front of the telescope bends the light passing through it until it comes to a single point called the focal plane. The long, thin tubes of refractor telescopes look much the same as those Galileo used centuries ago. High quality optical glass and multi-coatings provide todays sky watchers views Galileo never dreamed of. The refractor type of telescope is very popular with individuals who want mechanical simplicity, rugged reliability and ease of use. Because the focal length is limited by the length of the tube, refractor telescopes become quite bulky and expensive beyond a four inch aperture. This limits the light gathering properties of refractor telescopes, but it is an excellent choice for beginners and those who prefer simple operation and versatility. Refractor telescopes are also a popular choice because of their unobstructed view, high contrast and good definition. Refractor Advantages Easy to set-up and use Simple and reliable design Little or no maintenance Excellent for lunar, planetary and binary star observing especially in larger apertures Good for terrestrial viewing High contrast images with no secondary mirror or diagonal obstruction Color correction is good in achromatic designs and excellent in apochromatic and fluorite designs Sealed optical tube reduces image-degrading air currents and protects optics Objective lens is permanently mounted and aligned Refractor Disadvantages More expensive per inch of aperture than Newtonians or Catadioptrics Heavier, longer and bulkier than equivalent aperture Newtonians and Catadioptrics The cost and size factors limit the practical maximum size primary to smaller apertures Some color aberration in achromatic designs (doublet)
Mount & Telescope Descriptions
NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR TELESCOPE A Newtonian reflector uses a single concave mirror as its primary. Light enters the tube traveling to the mirror at the back end. Light is then bent forward in the tube to a single point, its focal plane. A flat mirror called a diagonal intercepts the light and points it out the side of the tube at right angles to the tube through the eyepiece. The eyepiece is placed there for easy viewing. Newtonian Reflector telescopes replace heavy lenses with mirrors to collect and focus the light, providing much more light gathering power for the money. You can have focal lengths up to 1000mm and still enjoy a telescope that is relatively compact and portable. Newtonian Reflector telescopes do require more care and maintenance because the primary mirror is exposed to air and dust. However, this small drawback does not hamper this type of telescopes popularity with those who want an economical telescope that can still resolve faint, distant objects. Newtonian reflectors produce a right-side-up image but the image will appear rotated based on the location of the eyepiece holder in relation to the ground. Newtonian reflectors are best for astronomical use where right-side-up does not matter. Newtonian Advantages Lowest cost per inch of aperture compared to Refractors and Catadioptrics since mirrors can be produced at less cost than lenses in medium to large apertures Reasonably compact and portable up to focal lengths of 1000mm Excellent for faint deep sky objects such as remote galaxies, nebulae and star clusters due to the generally fast focal ratios (f/4 to f/8) Adequate for lunar and planetary work Good for deep sky astrophotography (but not as convenient and more difficult to use than Catadioptrics) Free of color aberration due to the use of a primary mirror Newtonian Disadvantages Generally not suited for terrestrial applications Slight light loss due to secondary (diagonal) obstruction when compared with Refractors CATADIOPTRIC TELESCOPE Catadioptrics use a combination of mirrors and lenses to fold (reflect) the light path and form an image. There are two popular designs: the Schmidt-Cassegrain and the MaksutovCassegrain. In a Schmidt-Cassegrain, the light enters through a thin aspheric Schmidt correcting lens. It then strikes the spherical primary mirror. It is reflected back up the tube and intercepted by a small secondary mirror which reflects the light out an opening in the rear of the instrument where the image is formed at the eyepiece. Catadioptrics are the most popular and most modern type of telescope optical design and are marketed throughout the world in 3.5 and larger apertures. Catadioptric telescopes combine the practical advantages of lenses and mirrors while eliminating their disadvantages. They offer the clarity and contrast of refractors with the low aberration of reflectors. Catadioptrics have an average focal ratio of f/10 which is wide enough for all types of photography. They are also easier to maintain because all optical elements are solidly mounted and rigidly collimated. Catadioptric telescopes provide the best possible combination of light gathering power, long focal length, portability and affordability.
Schmidt-Cassegrain Advantages Best all-purpose telescope design Combines the optical advantages of both lenses and mirrors while eliminating their disadvantages Excellent optics and razor sharp images over a wide field Excellent for deep sky observing and astrophotography Very good for lunar, planetary and binary star observing Excellent for terrestrial viewing and photography Focal ratio generally around f/10 Closed tube design reduces image-degrading air currents Extremely compact and portable Easy to use Durable and virtually maintenance free Large apertures at reasonable cost and less expensive than equivalent aperture refractors Most versatile type of telescope More accessories available than with other types of telescopes Best near focus capability of any type of telescope Schmidt-Cassegrain Disadvantages More expensive than Newtonians of equal aperture Slight light loss due to secondary mirror obstruction compared to refractors MAKSUTOVCASSEGRAIN TELESCOPE The Maksutov-Cassegrain is similar to the Schmidt-Cassegrain with essentially the same advantages and disadvantages. It uses a thick meniscus correcting lens with a strong curvature and a secondary mirror that is usually an aluminized spot on the corrector. The Maksutov secondary mirror is typically smaller than the Schmidts which gives it slightly better resolution for planetary observing. Advantages of Maksutov-Cassegrain Compared to Schmidt-Cassegrain Smaller secondary obstruction results in a slight increase in planetary detail and contrast Less expensive to manufacture Longer focal lengths resulting in higher magnifications for planetary viewing Disadvantages of Maksutov-Cassegrain Compared to Schmidt-Cassegrain Slightly heavier because of the thick meniscus correcting lens Increased time to reach thermal stability in larger apertures over 90mm Longer focal lengths resulting in smaller field of views
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AstroMaster Item #
Model Name Optical Design Focal Length / Ratio Finderscope Tube Attachment Mount Eyepiece Eyepiece Star Diagonal Erect Image Eyepiece Tripod CD ROM Highest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View: standard eyepiece Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Secondary Mirror Obstruction Dia, Area Optical Coatings Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight
21061
AstroMaster 70AZ 70mm (2.8") refractor 900mm / f/13 Built-on StarPointer Dovetail Bar Altazimuth 20mm (45x) 10mm (90x) 1.25" diagonal 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 165x 11.7 1.98 arc seconds 1.66 arc seconds 100x unaided eye 1.1 58 ft n/a Fully-Coated 36 Inches 18 lbs
21062
AstroMaster 70EQ 70mm (2.8") refractor 900mm / f/13 Built-on StarPointer Dovetail Bar CG-2 Equatorial 20mm (45x) 10mm (90x) 1.25" diagonal 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 165x 11.7 1.98 arc seconds 1.66 arc seconds 100x unaided eye 1.1 59 ft n/a Fully-Coated 36 Inches 18 lbs
31035
AstroMaster 76EQ 76mm (3") reflector 700mm / f/9 Built-on StarPointer Dovetail Bar CG-2 Equatorial 20mm - Erect Image 10mm (70x) n/a 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 180x 11.9 1.82 arc seconds 1.53 arc seconds 118x unaided eye 1.4 75 ft. 25%, 6% Aluminum 26 Inches 16 lbs
21063
AstroMaster 90AZ 90mm (3.5") refractor 1000mm / f/11 Built-on StarPointer Dovetail Bar Altazimuth 20mm (50x) 10mm (100x) 1.25" diagonal 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 213x 12.3 1.54 arc seconds 1.29 arc seconds 165x unaided eye 1 53 ft. n/a Multi-Coated 36 Inches 20 lbs
21064
AstroMaster 90EQ 90mm (3.5") refractor 1000mm / f/11 Built-on StarPointer Dovetail Bar CG-3 Equatorial 20mm (50x) 10mm (100x) 1.25" diagonal 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 213x 12.3 1.54 arc seconds 1.29 arc seconds 165x unaided eye 1 53 ft. n/a Multi-Coated 36 Inches 23 lbs
31042
AstroMaster 114EQ 114mm (4.5") reflector 1000mm / f/9 Built-on StarPointer Tube Rings w/dovetail CG-2 Equatorial 20mm - Erect Image 10mm (100x) n/a 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 269x 12.8 1.21 arc seconds 1.02 arc seconds 265x unaided eye 1 53 ft. 31%, 10% Aluminum 20 Inches 17 lbs
31043
AstroMaster 114AZ 114mm (4.5") reflector 1000mm / f/9 Built-on StarPointer Dovetail Bar Altazimuth 20mm - Erect Image 10mm (100x) n/a 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 269x 12.8 1.21 arc seconds 1.02 arc seconds 265x unaided eye 1 53 ft. 31%, 10% Aluminum 20 Inches 17 lbs
31045
AstroMaster 130EQ 130mm (5") reflector 650mm / f/5 Built-on StarPointer Tube Rings w/dovetail CG-3 Equatorial 20mm - Erect Image 10mm (65x) n/a 1.25" steel tube legs The Sky L1 306x 13.1 1.06 arc seconds .89 arc seconds 345x unaided eye 1.5 79 ft. 31%, 10% Aluminum 24 Inches 24 lbs
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AstroMaster & Omni XLT Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Omni XLT Item #

Model Name Optical Design Optical Features Aperture Focal Length Focal Ratio Optical Coatings Optical Tube Color Focuser Finderscope Star Diagonal - 1-1/4" Eyepiece CD-ROM Mount Type Tripod w/bubble level Counterweights Highest Useful Magnification Lowest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View: standard eyepiece Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area by Diameter Optical tube length Telescope Weight
21088
Omni XLT 102 Refractor Non-Spherical Aberration 102mm (4") 1000mm f/10 StarBright XLT Dark Blue Metallic 2" w/ 1-1/4" Adapter 6x30 yes 25mm LET w/multi-coating The Sky L1 CG-4 German Equatorial 1.75" Stainless Steel Legs 3.2kg & 1.8kg 241x 15x 12.5 1.36 arc seconds 1.14 arc seconds 212x unaided eye 1 52.5 ft n/a n/a n/a 40 inches 36 lbs
21090
Omni XLT 120 Refractor Non-Spherical Aberration 120mm (4.7") 1000mm f/8.3 StarBright XLT Dark Blue Metallic 2" w/ 1-1/4" Adapter 6x30 yes 25mm LET w/multi-coating The Sky L1 CG-4 German Equatorial 1.75" Stainless Steel Legs 3.2kg & 1.8kg 284x 17x 12.9 1.15 arc seconds .97 arc seconds 294x unaided eye 1.25 66 ft n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
31057
Omni XLT 150 Newtonian Reflector Non-Spherical Aberration 150mm (6") 750mm f/5 StarBright XLT Dark Blue Metallic 1-1/4" 6x30 n/a 25mm LET w/multi-coating The Sky L1 CG-4 German Equatorial 1.75" Stainless Steel Legs 3.2kg & 1.8kg 354x 21x 13.4 .92 arc seconds .77 arc seconds 459x unaided eye 1.7 88 ft. 1.75" 8.5% 29% 27 inches 35 lbs
11084
Omni XLT 127 Schmidt-Cassegrain Non-Spherical Aberration 127mm (5") 1250mm f/10 StarBright XLT Dark Blue Metallic Standard SCT 6x30 yes 25mm LET w/multi-coating The Sky L1 CG-4 German Equatorial 1.75" Stainless Steel Legs 3.2kg & 1.8kg 300x 18x 13 1.09 arc seconds .91 arc seconds 329x unaided eye 1.0 53 ft. 1.75" 12% 35% 21 inches 18 lbs
NexStar SLT Item #

Model Name Optical Design Aperture (mm) Focal Length / Focal Ratio Finderscope Mount Eyepieces Star Diagonal Accessory Tray Tripod CD ROM Telescope Control System Database Slew Speeds Tracking Rates Tracking Modes GPS Compatible Alignment Procedures Highest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh / Dawes Limit Photographic Resolution Light Gathering Power Field of View (degrees) w/ low power eyepiece Linear FOV (ft@1000 yds) Optical Coatings Secondary Mirror Obstruction/Dia./Area Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight
22076
NexStar 60 SLT Refractor 60mm (2.4') 700mm / f/12 StarPointer Motorized Altazimuth 25mm (28x), 9mm (78x) 1.25" No Tool, Quick release Pre-assembled Steel The Sky L1 & NSOL NexStar Computer Control System 4,000 Object Database Nine slew speeds Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS Accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align,1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align 142x 11.4 2.31 arc seconds / 1.93 arc seconds 171 lines/mm 73x unaided eye 1.6 84 ft. Fully Coated n/a 28 inches 10 lbs
22086
NexStar 80 SLT Refractor 80mm (3.1") 900mm / f/11 StarPointer Motorized Altazimuth 25mm (36x), 9mm (100x) 1.25" No Tool, Quick release Pre-assembled Steel The Sky L1 & NSOL NexStar Computer Control System 4,000 Object Database Nine slew speeds Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS Accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align,1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align 189x 12 1.73 arc seconds / 1.45 arc seconds 182 lines/mm 131x unaided eye 1.3 66 ft. Fully Coated n/a 34 inches 14 lbs
22096
NexStar 102 SLT Refractor 102mm (4") 660mm / f/6.5 StarPointer Motorized Altazimuth 25mm (26x), 9mm (73x) 1.25" No Tool, Quick release Pre-assembled Steel The Sky L1 & NSOL NexStar Computer Control System 4,000 Object Database Nine slew speeds Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS Accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align,1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align 240x 12.5 1.36 arc seconds / 1.14 arc seconds 308 lines/mm 212x unaided eye 1.7 91 ft. Multi-Coated n/a 23 inches 14 lbs
31143
NexStar 114 SLT Reflector 114mm (4.5") 1000mm / f/9 StarPointer Motorized Altazimuth 25mm (40x), 9mm (111x) n/a No Tool, Quick release Pre-assembled Steel The Sky L1 & NSOL NexStar Computer Control System 4,000 Object Database Nine slew speeds Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS Accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align,1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align 269x 12.8 1.21 arc seconds / 1.02 arc seconds 228 line/mm 265x unaided eye 1.1 59 ft Aluminum 1.6"/36%/13% 19 inches 15 lbs
31145
NexStar 130 SLT Reflector 130mm (5") 650mm / f/5 StarPointer Motorized Altazimuth 25mm (26x), 9mm (72x) n/a No Tool, Quick release Pre-assembled Steel The Sky L1 & NSOL NexStar Computer Control System 4,000 Object Database Nine slew speeds Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS Accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align,1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align 306x 13.1 1.06 arc seconds / .89 arc seconds 400 line/mm 345x unaided eye 1.7 91 ft. Aluminum 1.7"/34%/12% 21 inches 18 lbs
NexStar SLT & SE Specifications
NexStar SE Item #
Model Name Optical Design Focal Length / Focal Ratio Optical Coatings Optical Tube Mount Dovetail Hand Control Eyepiece (mm) Finderscope Diagonal Tripod Included Software Software Features Camera Shutter Cable Power Supply Highest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh / Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View (degrees) Linear FOV (ft@1000 yds) Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight / Tripod Weight Database Slew Speeds Ports Tracking Rates Tracking Modes GPS Compatible Alignment Procedures
11049
NexStar 4 SE 4 (102mm) Maksutov 1325mm / F/13 StarBright XLT Aluminum, metallic orange Single fork arm, altazimuth Quick release tube clamp Computerized 25mm E-Lux (53x) StarPointer Internal flip mirror for straight or 90 viewing angle Pre-assembled steel with built-in wedge NexRemote & The Sky L1 Camera control Yes 8-AA batteries (user supplied) 240x 12.5 1.36 arc seconds / 1.14 arc seconds 212x unaided eye 1 52.5 ft. 13.5 inches 11 lbs / 10 lbs 40,000 Objects Variable rate, nine speeds RS-232, Aux, Camera Control Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
11036
NexStar 5 SE 5 (125mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain 1250mm / f/10 StarBright XLT Aluminum, metallic orange Single fork arm, altazimuth Quick release tube clamp Computerized 25mm E-Lux (50x) StarPointer Star diagonal, 1.25" Pre-assembled steel with built-in wedge NexRemote & The Sky L1 Camera control Yes 8-AA batteries (user supplied) 300x 13 1.1 arc seconds / .91 arc seconds 329x unaided eye 1 52.5 ft. 13 inches 17.6 lbs / 10 lbs 40,000 Objects Variable rate, nine speeds RS-232, Aux, Camera Control Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
11068
NexStar 6 SE 6 (150mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain 1500mm / f/10 StarBright XLT Aluminum, metallic orange Single fork arm, altazimuth Quick release tube clamp Computerized 25mm E-Lux (60x) StarPointer Star diagonal, 1.25" Pre-assembled steel NexRemote & The Sky L1 N/A No 8-AA batteries (user supplied) 354x 13.4 .92 arc seconds / .77 arc seconds 459x unaided eye .83 43.8 ft. 16 inches 21 lbs / 9 lbs 40,000+ Objects Variable rate, nine speeds RS-232, Aux Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
11069
NexStar 8 SE 8 (203mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain 2032mm / f/10 StarBright XLT Aluminum, metallic orange Single fork arm, altazimuth Quick release tube clamp Computerized 25mm E-Lux (81x) StarPointer Star diagonal, 1.25" Pre-assembled steel NexRemote & The Sky L1 N/A No 8-AA batteries (user supplied) 480x 14 .68 arc seconds / .57 arc seconds 843x unaided eye .63 33 ft. 17 inches 24 lbs / 9 lbs 40,000+ Objects Variable rate, nine speeds RS-232, Aux Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South CN-16 GPS accessory SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
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Advanced Item #
Model Name Optical Design Aperture Focal Length / Focal Ratio Eyepiece Finderscope Mount Star Diagonal Accessory Tray Tripod CD ROM Counterweights Power (GT versions only) Fastar Compatible Highest Useful Magnification Lowest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View: standard eyepiece Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Optical Coatings Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area by Diameter Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight Computerized Hand Control
21022
C80ED-RGT Refractor 80mm (3.2") 600mm / f/7.5 20mm (30x) 6x30 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 1-7 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 189x 11x 12 1.73 arc seconds 1.45 arc seconds 131x unaided eye 1.67 87.5 ft Fully Multi-Coated n/a n/a n/a 23 inches 42 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
21027
C100ED-RGT Refractor 100mm (4") 900mm / f/9 20mm (45x) 9x50 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 1-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 236x 14x 12.5 1.38 arc seconds 1.16 arc seconds 204x unaided eye 1.1 70 ft Fully Multi-Coated n/a n/a n/a 34 inches 50 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
31064
C130-MGT Maksutov-Cassegrain 130mm(5") 2000mm / f/15.3 32mm (63x) 10x50 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 1-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 300x 18x 13.1 .92 arc seconds .91 arc seconds 329x unaided eye .83 68 ft. Multi-Coated 1.5 9% 29% 18 inches 51 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
31054
C6-NGT Reflector 150mm (6") 750mm / f/5 20mm (38x) 6x30 CG-5 Equatorial n/a yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 1-7 lbs, 1-4 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 354x 21x 13.4 .92 arc seconds .77 arc seconds 459x unaided eye 1.3 68 ft Aluminum 1.75" 8.5% 29% 27 inches 54 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
21020
C6-R GT Refractor 150mm (6") 1200mm / f/8 20mm (60x) 9x50 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 2-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 354x 21x 13.4 .92 arc seconds .77 arc seconds 459x unaided eye .83 43.8 ft Multi-Coated n/a n/a n/a 50.5 inches 68 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
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Advanced Specifications
Max Slew Speed Software Precision Hand Control Ports Motor Ports Tracking Rates Tracking Modes Alignment Procedures Database
Complete Revised NGC Catalog Complete Messier Catalog Complete IC Catalog Complete Caldwell Abell Galaxies Solar System objects Famous Asterisms Selected CCD Imaging Objects Selected SAO Stars Total Object Database
Advanced Item #
Model Name Optical Design Aperture Focal Length / Focal Ratio Eyepiece Finderscope Mount Star Diagonal Accessory Tray Tripod CD ROM Counterweights Power (GT versions only) Fastar Compatible Highest Useful Magnification Lowest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View: standard eyepiece Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Optical Coatings Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area by Diameter Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight Computerized Hand Control
11026-XLT
C8-SGT Schmidt-Cassegrain 203mm (8") 2032mm / f/10 25mm (81x) 6x30 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 1-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter yes 480x 29x 14 .68 arc seconds .57 arc seconds 843x unaided eye .64 33.6 ft. StarBright XLT 2.7" 11% 34% 17 inches 54.5 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
31062
C8-NGT Reflector 200mm (8") 1000mm / f/5 20mm (50x) 9x50 CG-5 Equatorial n/a yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 2-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 480x 29x 14 .69 arc seconds .58 arc seconds 843 unaided eye 1 52.5 ft. Aluminum 2.2" 8% 28% 37 inches 67 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
11046-XLT
C9.25-SGT Schmidt-Cassegrain 235mm (9.25") 2350mm / f/10 25mm (94x) 6x30 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 2-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 555x 34x 14.4 .59 arc seconds .49 arc seconds 1127x unaided eye .55 29 ft. StarBright XLT 3.35" 13% 36% 22 inches 73 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
11048
C10-NGT Reflector 254mm (10") 1200mm / f/4.7 20mm (60x) 9x50 CG-5 Equatorial n/a yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 3-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 600x 36x 14.5 .54 arc seconds .46 arc seconds 1316 unaided eye .83 43.8 ft. Aluminum 2.3" 5% 23% 45 inches 93 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
11067-XLT
C11-SGT Schmidt-Cassegrain 279mm (11") 2800mm / f/10 40mm (70x) 9x50 CG-5 Equatorial 1.25" yes 2" Stainless Steel The Sky L1 3-11 lbs Car Battery Adapter n/a 660x 40x 14.7 .50 arc seconds .42 arc seconds 1593x unaided eye .71 38 ft. StarBright XLT 3.75" 12% 34% 24 inches 91 lbs Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons 3/second 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects 7,840 110 5,386 109 2,712 9 20 25 29,500 45,492
Advanced Specifications
Max Slew Speed Software Precision Hand Control Ports Motor Ports Tracking Rates Tracking Modes Alignment Procedures Database
Complete Revised NGC Catalog Complete Messier Catalog Complete IC Catalog Complete Caldwell Abell Galaxies Solar System objects Famous Asterisms Selected CCD Imaging Objects Selected SAO Stars Total Object Database
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CPC Item #
Model Name Optical Design Aperture Focal Length / Focal Ratio Finderscope Mount Optical Tube Eyepiece Star Diagonal Tripod / Accessory Tray Power Supply Telescope Control System Software Computerized Hand Control Hand Control Ports Drive Base Ports Database GPS Motor Type Resolution Slew Speeds Software Precision Tracking Rates Tracking Modes Alignment Procedures Fork Arm Gear Bearings Periodic Error Correction Useful Magnification Highest/Lowest Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh/Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View: standard eyepiece Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Optical Coatings Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area / by Diameter Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight
11073-XLT
CPC 800 Schmidt-Cassegrain 8 (203mm) 2032mm / f/10 8x50mm Finderscope w/ quick release bracket Dual Fork Arm Aluminum 40mm Plssl (51x) 1.25" Heavy Duty Steel Adjustable with Leg Brace & Eyepiece Holder Car Battery Adapter NexStar Computer Control System NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports 40,000 Object Database Internal 16 channel DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes .1406 arcsecond Nine slew speeds: 3 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculations Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Altazimuth, EQ North & EQ South SkyAlign, Auto Two Star Align, One-Star Align, EQ Align, Solar System Align Dual fork arm, cast aluminum w/ detachable HC cradle 5.625" 180 tooth hard anodized aluminum gear mated w/ brass worm 9.8" azimuth bearing Permanently Programmable 480x / 29x 14 .68 arc seconds / .57 arc seconds 843x unaided eye .8 42 ft. StarBright XLT Coatings 2.5" 10% / 31% 17 inches 42 lbs
11074-XLT
CPC 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain 9.25 (235mm) 2350mm / f/10 8x50mm Finderscope w/ quick release bracket Dual Fork Arm Aluminum 40mm Plssl (59x) 1.25" Heavy Duty Steel Adjustable with Leg Brace & Eyepiece Holder Car Battery Adapter NexStar Computer Control System NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports 40,000 Object Database Internal 16 channel DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes .1406 arcsecond Nine slew speeds: 3 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculations Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Altazimuth, EQ North & EQ South SkyAlign, Auto Two Star Align, One-Star Align, EQ Align, Solar System Align Dual fork arm, cast aluminum w/ detachable HC cradle 5.625" 180 tooth hard anodized aluminum gear mated w/ brass worm 9.8" azimuth bearing Permanently Programmable 555x / 34x 14.4 .59 arc seconds / .49 arc seconds 1127x unaided eye .7 38 ft. StarBright XLT Coatings 3.35" 13% / 36% 22 inches 58 lbs
11075-XLT
CPC 1100 Schmidt-Cassegrain 11 (279mm) 2800mm / f/10 8x50mm Finderscope w/ quick release bracket Dual Fork Arm Aluminum 40mm Plssl (70x) 1.25" Heavy Duty Steel Adjustable with Leg Brace & Eyepiece Holder Car Battery Adapter NexStar Computer Control System NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons RS-232 communication port on hand control Aux Port, Autoguide Ports 40,000 Object Database Internal 16 channel DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes .1406 arcsecond Nine slew speeds: 3 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculations Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Altazimuth, EQ North & EQ South SkyAlign, Auto Two Star Align, One-Star Align, EQ Align, Solar System Align Dual fork arm, cast aluminum w/ detachable HC cradle 5.625" 180 tooth hard anodized aluminum gear mated w/ brass worm 9.8" azimuth bearing Permanently Programmable 660x / 40x 14.7 .50 arc seconds / .42 arc seconds 1593x unaided eye .6 32 ft. StarBright XLT Coatings 3.75" 12% / 34% 23 inches 65 lbs
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CPC GPS & StarHopper Specifications
StarHopper
Models Optical Design Aperture Focal Length / Focal Ratio Eyepieces Collimation Cap Focuser Finder Primary Cooling Mirror Cell Azimuth Bearing / Altitude Bearing Tension System Highest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh / Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View: standard eyepiece () Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Secondary Mirror Obstruction / by Dia. / by Area Optical Tube Length Telescope Weight
10600
StarHopper 6 Dobsonian Reflector 6 (152mm) 1219mm / f/8 25mm Plssl 1.25 Yes 1.25" 6x30 BK7 N/A 3-point Roller track / Nylon Cylinder Variable friction clutch 359x 13.4 .91 arcsec / .76 arcsec 472x 1.03 54.1 1.5 / 25% / 6.3% 45 46 lbs
10800
StarHopper 8 Dobsonian Reflector 8 (203mm) 1219mm / f/6 25mm Plssl 1.25 Yes 2" 9x50 BK7 N/A 3-point Roller track / Nylon Cylinder Variable friction clutch 480x 14 .68 arcsec / .57 arcsec 843x 1.03 54.1 1.95 / 24% / 5.9% 45 54 lbs
10110
StarHopper 10 Dobsonian Reflector 10 (254mm) 1270mm / f/5 32mm E-Lux 2" Yes 2" 9x50 BK7 Fan 3-point Roller track / Nylon Cylinder Variable friction clutch 600x 14.5 .54 arcsec / .46 arcsec 1317x 1.0 52.5 2.5 / 25% / 6.3% 48 65 lbs
10112
StarHopper 12 Dobsonian Reflector 12 (305mm) 1500mm / f/5 32mm E-Lux 2" Yes 2" 9x50 BK7 Fan 9-point Roller track / Nylon Cylinder Variable friction clutch 721x 14.9 .45 arcsec / .38 arcsec 1898x 0.83 43.6 2.75 / 23% / 5.3% 58 80 lbs
CGE Item #
Model Name Optical Design Aperture Focal Length / Focal Ratio Finderscope Mount Optical Tube Fastar Compatible Eyepiece Star Diagonal Tripod Software Power Supply Highest Useful Magnification Lowest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution: Rayleigh Dawes Limit Light Gathering Power Field of View :standard eyepiece Linear FOV (@1000 yds) Optical Coatings Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area by Diameter Optical Tube Length Optical Tube Weight Tripod and Pier EQ Mount Weight Counterweight Bar Counterweight Motor Drive Computerized Hand Control
11058-XLT
CGE 800 Schmidt-Cassegrain 8 (203mm) 2032mm / f/10 6x30 Computerized Equatorial Mount Carbon Fiber Yes 25mm Plssl - 1.25" (81x) 1.25" Adjustable, Carbon Steel NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Car Battery Adapter 480x 29x 14 .68 arc seconds .57 arc seconds 843x unaided eye .62 32 ft. StarBright XLT 2.7" 11% 34% 17 inches 12.5 lbs 41.5 lbs 42 lbs 5 lbs 1 x 11 lbs DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons Nine slew speeds: 4 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Recall Last Alignment, 3-Star Align 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects 12 VDC 2.0A 215mA 600mA 850mA (with 1A spikes) Yes CN-16 GPS Accessory
11059-XLT
CGE 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain 9.25 (235mm) 2350mm / f/10 6x30 Computerized Equatorial Mount Aluminum No 25mm Plssl - 1.25" (94x) 1.25" Adjustable, Carbon Steel NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Car Battery Adapter 555x 34x 14.4 .59 arc seconds .49 arc seconds 1127x unaided eye .53 28 ft. StarBright XLT 3.35" 13% 36% 22 inches 20 lbs 41.5 lbs 42 lbs 5 lbs 1 x 25 lbs DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons Nine slew speeds: 4 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Recall Last Alignment, 3-Star Align 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects 12 VDC 2.0A 215mA 600mA 850mA (with 1A spikes) Yes CN-16 GPS Accessory
11061-XLT
CGE 1100 Schmidt-Cassegrain 11 (279mm) 2800mm / f/10 9x50 Computerized Equatorial Mount Carbon Fiber No 40mm Plssl - 1.25" (70x) 1.25" Adjustable, Carbon Steel NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Car Battery Adapter 660x 40x 14.7 .50 arc seconds .42 arc seconds 1593x unaided eye .71 38 ft. StarBright XLT 3.75" 12% 34% 24 inches 27.5 lbs 41.5 lbs 42 lbs 5 lbs 1 x 25 lbs DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons Nine slew speeds: 4 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Recall Last Alignment, 3-Star Align 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects 12 VDC 2.0A 215mA 600mA 850mA (with 1A spikes) Yes CN-16 GPS Accessory
11063-XLT
CGE 1400 Schmidt-Cassegrain 14 (356mm) 3910mm / f/11 9x50 Computerized Equatorial Mount Aluminum No 40mm Plssl - 2" (98x) 2" with 1.25" adapter Adjustable, Carbon Steel NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Car Battery Adapter 840x 51x 15.3 .39 arc seconds .33 arc seconds 2581x unaided eye .51 27 ft. StarBright XLT 4.5" 10% 32% 31 inches 45 lbs 41.5 lbs 42 lbs 5 lbs 2 x 25 lbs DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons Nine slew speeds: 4 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Recall Last Alignment, 3-Star Align 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects 12 VDC 2.0A 215mA 600mA 850mA (with 1A spikes) Yes CN-16 GPS Accessory
11064-XLT
CGE 1400 Schmidt-Cassegrain 14 (356mm) 3910mm / f/11 9x50 Computerized Equatorial Mount Aluminum Yes 40mm Plssl - 2" (98x) 2" with 1.25" adapter Adjustable, Carbon Steel NexRemote control software w/RS232 cable Car Battery Adapter 840x 51x 15.3 .39 arc seconds .33 arc seconds 2581x unaided eye .51 27 ft. StarBright XLT 4.5" 10% 32% 31 inches 45 lbs 41.5 lbs 42 lbs 5 lbs 2 x 25 lbs DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes Double line 16 character, Liquid Crystal Display; 19 LED backlit buttons Nine slew speeds: 4 /sec, 2 /sec, .5/sec, 64x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x Sidereal, Solar and Lunar EQ North & EQ South AutoAlign, 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Recall Last Alignment, 3-Star Align 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation 40,000+ objects, 400 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects 12 VDC 2.0A 215mA 600mA 850mA (with 1A spikes) Yes CN-16 GPS Accessory
CGE Specifications
Slew Speeds
Tracking Rates Tracking Modes Alignment Procedures
Software Precision Database
Power Requirements Idle Current Slew One Axis Slew Both Axes Internal Clock GPS Compatible
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ASTRONOMY 2007

TELESCOPES SKYSCOUT ACCESSORIES

M 42 Orion Nebula Onyx 80EDF Photo by Andre Paquette

THE WORLD OF CELESTRON!

IC 443 Supernova Remnant CGE 925 Photo by Filippo Ciferri

WILL NEVER LOOK THE SAME

NGC 104 Globular Star Cluster C14 Photo by Sebatian Voltmer

Jeff Phillips captures his view of Mars from Oregon.

Fabrice Charnays Image of M51. Job well done!

Advanced 8SGT ready for action.

Transit of Mercury. Photo by Mike Connelley.

Astronomy Hawaiian style, on the summit of Mauna Kea.

A young astronomer learning the ropes from one of the best.

The Celestron Team in action at our Mercury Transit event.

Waiting for darkness to fall over LA.

Comet Neat Photo by Sebatian Voltmer

WILL NEVER LOOK THE SAME

convenience to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations and more.

GET THE EXPERIENCE OF

DESCRIPTION SkyScout Personal Planetarium

BATTERIES 2 AA (user supplied)

Telescope Table of Contents

Saturn Photo by Daniel Gasparri

primary mirror Newtonian Reflector Telescope

Celestrons Revolutionary SkyAlign

StarBright XLT An Optical System Breakthrough!

NexRemote Remote Control Software

Lunar Eclipse Advanced C8 Photo by Bruce Potter

DESIGNED FOR THE

FIRST TIME BUYER

Offering exceptional value, the AstroMaster

EASY SET-UP AND GREAT VALUE,

Model AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster AstroMaster

70AZ 70EQ 76EQ 90AZ 90EQ 114EQ 114AZ 130EQ

Item # 21061 21062 31035 21063 21064 31042 31043 31045

Type Refractor Refractor Reflector Refractor Refractor Reflector Reflector Reflector

10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm

(90x) (90x) (70x) (100x) (100x) (100x) (100x) (65x)

Weight 18 lbs 18 lbs 16 lbs 20 lbs 23 lbs 17 lbs 17 lbs 24 lbs

For complete specifications and product information, visit: www.celestron.com

Saturn C11 Photo by Sebastian Voltmer

The Omni XLT family of telescopes was designed to offer a selection of

Omni XLT 102

Omni XLT 120

Omni XLT 127

Omni XLT 150

Model Omni XLT102 Omni XLT120 Omni XLT127 Omni XLT150

Item # 21088 21090 11084 31057

Aperture 102mm (4) 120mm (4.7) 127mm (5) 150mm (6)

Type Refractor Refractor Schmidt-Cassegrain Newtonian Reflector

Eyepieces 25mm (40x) 25mm (40x) 25mm (50x) 25mm (30x)

Finderscope 6x30 6x30 6x30 6x30

Coating StarBright StarBright StarBright StarBright

XLT XLT XLT XLT

Weight 43 lbs 46 lbs 40 lbs 46 lbs

For complete specifications and product information, visit: www.celestron.com

Jupiter C11 Photo by Damian Peach

NexStar 130 SLT

Celestron's Revolutionary SkyAlign