Vixen 25006 VMC110L Telescope with SKYPOD and Tripod (#226052, 27522AL130)

Vixen 25006 VMC110L Telescope with SKYPOD and Tripod (#226052, 27522AL130) Review

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Vixen 25006 VMC110L Telescope with SKYPOD and Tripod (#226052, 27522AL130) Feature

The Vixen VMC110L, a 110 mm (4.33 inch) aperture modified Cassegrain f/9.4 optical tube. Its features include a curved vane secondary mirror spider to reduce diffraction effects, and a correcting meniscus lens just ahead of the Secondary Mirror as its larger cousins the VMC200L and VMC260L incorporate. The Skypod is a unique portable alt-azimuth computer controlled "Go To" mount that evolved from the very successful Vixen Sphinx mount. The Skypod incorporates a compact computer controlled Alt-Az system that automatically slews the telescope from one object to another. The 22,000 plus object data base provides an endless variety of objects to view and is upgradeable.This new and portable GoTo travel mount uses the modified Starbook S hand controller that offers the same practical user concept of the Sphinx controller. A display shows a map of the sky so that you always know where you are. The controller is integrated into the mount. You can take it off for remote control, but you can always put it back for save storage and transport. This means that for transport you can avoid all the separate small parts that are otherwise easily lost.Because the Skypod it is based on Vixens flexible mounting system, a wide variety of telescopes will easily and quickly attach to this mount. Skypod provides good portability combined with ease of use and versatility. You can store the mount and the telescope separately. For airline traveling you can take the VMC110L along as carry-on luggage while the mount goes with the rest of your luggage.

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New-CARSON MO-042 CARIBOU

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New-CARSON MO-042 CARIBOU Feature

CARSON MO-042 CARIBOU
IDEAL FOR HUNTING, HIKING & ANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES; BAK-4 PRISMS & FULLY MULTI-COATED LENSES PROVIDE EXCEPTIONALLY SHARP, HIGH-CONTRAST IMAGES; NITROGEN-PURGED WATERPROOF BODY ; RUBBERIZED ARMOR FOR SHOCK RESISTANCE & COMFORT ; EXTRA LONG EYE-RELIEF FOR EYEGLASS WEARERS; INCLUDES POUCH, NECK STRAP, LENS COVERS & LENS CLOTH; MOSSY OAK TREESTAND

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Orion Cooling Accelerator Fan for Large Reflector Telescopes

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Orion Cooling Accelerator Fan for Large Reflector Telescopes Feature

Speed up the cooling of your big reflector's optics to ambient temperature with this small, quiet fan. It attaches to pretapped and threaded holes in the mirror cells of Orion SkyQuest XT8 and XT10 Dobsonians, Orion Atlas 8 and Atlas 10 reflectors, and the Orion SkyView Pro 8 reflector. Mounting screws are supplied. Runs on 12 volts DC power supplied by the included battery pack, which uses eight D-cell batteries (not included). You can run the fan prior to observing, then turn it off, or you can even keep it running while observing; there is no noticeable vibration. Battery life is about 13-14 hours of continuous operation. Also compatible with 12-volt field battery with our #5613 DC power cable.

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Meade ETX-90AT 3.5" (f/15), 1250mm Focal Length Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with UHTC Coatings

Meade ETX-90AT 3.5" (f/15), 1250mm Focal Length Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with UHTC Coatings Review

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Meade ETX-90AT 3.5" (f/15), 1250mm Focal Length Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with UHTC Coatings Feature

The Meade ETX-90AT is the ultimate telescope with twice the light collecting area of the telescope permits a much broader range of astronomical study. For the observer who is serious about astronomy, this telescope is a deeply satisfying instrument for a lifetime of astronomical study.

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GPS Receiver for Orion GoTo Telescope Mounts

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GPS Receiver for Orion GoTo Telescope Mounts Feature

This GPS receiver downloads precise location and time/date information to the GoTo computer on Atlas EQ-G, Sirius EQ-G, and SkyView Pro GoTo hand controllers, so you don't have to. It uses satellite global positioning data to make inputting accurate geographical location and time a breeze. It eliminates the need to manually enter location details, adding an element of convenience and time-saving to your evenings of viewing and imaging. It is especially useful if you take your GoTo telescope to a variety of locations. Just plug the GPS Receiver into the accessory port on your GoTo hand controller. Includes a USB PC interface and software. Note: Requires version 3.x of the GoTo hand controller. Requires version 3.10 of the GoTo hand controller. Not compatible with earlier versions.

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PENTAX 62216 8.5 X 21MM PAPILIO BINOCULARS

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PENTAX 62216 8.5 X 21MM PAPILIO BINOCULARS
8.5 X 21MM MAGNIFICATION; IDEALLY SUITED FOR VIEWING INSECTS, BIRDS, ARTWORK OR ANY OTHER OBJECT AT CLOSE RANGES; C.L.O.S.E. (CONVERGENT LENS OPTICAL SYSTEM ENGINEERING) ALLOWS BINOCULARS TO FOCUS DOWN TO 1.6 FT; TOUGH, RUBBER-COVERED EXTERIOR PROVIDES SURE GRIP & PROTECTS INTERNAL MECHANISMS; SLEEK, CONTEMPORARY ULTRA-COMPACT BODY WITH UNIBODY CONSTRUCTION; REVOLUTIONARY DUAL-AXIS, SINGLE BODY HOUSING WITH SYNCHRONIZED EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT; FAST & EASY CENTER FOCUSING FOR HANDLING EASE; HELICOID EYEPIECE RINGS FOR VIEWING COMFORT; FULLY MULTI-COATED OPTICS ELIMINATE HARMFUL UV RAYS WHILE IMPROVING LIGHT TRANSMISSION FOR HIGH-CONTRAST IMAGES; BAK4 PRISMS TRANSMIT MORE LIGHT AT THE EDGES TO ENHANCE ILLUMINATION

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iOptron SmartStar-E 8500B Computerized AltAz Telescope Mount (Astro Blue)

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iOptron SmartStar-E 8500B Computerized AltAz Telescope Mount (Astro Blue) Feature

Introducing the iOptron SmartStar-E Entry Level Computerized telescope mount. Our patented Alt-Azimuth Mount, a.k.a. The Cube, rated 4-star by Sky and Telescope Magazine is one of the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dove-tail connection. The GoToNova hand Controller on each SmartStar is easy to use with menus for planets, stars, nebulas, and constellations. And at only 12 lbs. you can take it anywhere and get accurate tracking! It also has a large LCD screen with more lines of content compared with the competition (so you don’t have to keep scrolling to read the screen). The controller is designed so you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go. The revolutionary GoToNova computerized control system is one of the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today. With a database of 5,000 celestial objects, including all of the well-known galaxies, nebulae, star clusters-- not to mention the planets, sun and moon-- you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button. The mount comes standard with an AC connection plug, tripod, hand controller, and mount.

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Celestron NexStar 8SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope Kit 11069

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Celestron NexStar 8SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope Kit 11069 Feature

Celestron is pleased to introduce their NEW NexStar SE Telescope Series! 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 telescope alignment software and much more! Let a NexStar SE help you find thousands of stars, planets, galaxies and more at the touch of a button!

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* Flash upgradeable hand control; update your telescope's operating software via the internet * All NexStar SE models are GPS compatible and come standard with an auxiliary port for use with additional accessories * 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 a 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and enhanced images * Rigid adjustable tripod for portability and convenience * Optical Design: 8" (203mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain * Focal Length: 2032mm f/10 * Optical Coatings: StarBright XLT * Optical Tube: Aluminum, metallic orange * Mount: Single fork arm, alt-azimuth * Dovetail: Quick release tube clamp * Hand Controller: Computerized GoTo * Eyepiece: 25mm E-Lux (81x) * Finderscope: Starpointer * Diagonal: 1.25" star diagonal * Tripod: Pre-assembled steel * Included Software: NexRemote and The Sky Level 1 * Camera Shutter Cable: No * Power Supply: 8-AA batteries (not included) * Highest Useful Magnification: 480x * Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 14 * Resolution: .68 arc seconds * Dawes Limit: .57 arc seconds * Light Gathering Power: 843x unaided eye * Field of View:

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Orion Atlas EQ-G Computerized GoTo Telescope Mount

Orion Atlas EQ-G Computerized GoTo Telescope Mount Review

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Orion Atlas EQ-G Computerized GoTo Telescope Mount Feature

The new standard in affordable, heavy-duty GoTo mounts, the Atlas EQ-G is now available with GoTo or dual-axis (non-GoTo) hand controller. The mount supports tube assemblies of up to 40 lbs. and boasts 2"-diameter stainless steel legs. Internal DC stepper motors offer nine slew rates ranging from 2x to 800x sidereal and three tracking rates: sidereal, lunar, and solar. With the GoTo controller, select from 42,900 objects and command the mount to automatically pinpoint them. Backlash compensation and programmable PEC provide the responsiveness for guiding and the tracking accuracy needed for astrophotography. There's also a jack for a CCD autoguider. Mount includes RS-232 interface cable, two 11-lb. counterweights, illuminated polar-axis scope, and 13" dovetail mounting bar. Requires external 12-volt DC power source or AC-to-DC wall adapter. Weighs 54 lbs., not including counterweights.

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Meade DS-2080AT-TC Altazimuth Refractor

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Meade DS-2080AT-TC Altazimuth Refractor Feature

Aperture: 80mm (3.1-Inch). Focal Length: 800mm. Focal Ratio: f/10. High Precision Internal Clock, GOTO Altazimuth DS-2000 Generation II Mount, #494 AutoStar handbox with over 1400 object library, Tripod, AutoStar Suite Software and Instructional DVD, MA Eyepieces (9mm, 25mm), Red dot viewfinder. The DS-2080AT-TC is a fully GoTo telescope. Its onboard computer knows the night sky. After a short alignment procedure, your telescope will be ready to take you on a tour of the universe. You will see more objects in one night than Galileo saw in a lifetime. See planets like Saturn and Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and more. Large 80mm Diameter Refractive Lens captures more light for brighter images and greater detail. Two Premium 1.25-Inch Super Plössl Eyepieces for superior long eye relief and an expansive wide visual field. Includes Red-dot projection viewfinder for easy acquisition of guide stars while star-hopping between celestial targets. AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition Amazing planetarium software and Instructional Video will teach you the night sky and how to use your telescope. Assembles in Minutes Includes everything you need to explore your universe A first look at the rings of Saturn or the craters of the Moon can inspire a lifetime of exploration. Go to any star party anywhere in the world and you’ll see more Meade telescopes than any other.

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