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Boost your viewing experience with 56% more light gathering power in this high-quality telescope.
Features:
5" Schmidt – Cassegrain telescope with 125mm aperture
56% more light gathering power than 4" models
1250mm focal length
Focal ratio: 10
Ultra portable – weighs just 28 lbs. including the tripod
An ideal telescope for observing and photographing the wonders of space
Combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features
StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard
Proven NexStar computer control technology
Includes:
StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects
Quick release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setup
Sturdy computerized altazimuth mount
Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use
Ultra sturdy steel tripod features built-in wedge for astrophotography
CD-ROM "The Sky" Astronomy Software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps
Nearly 40,000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process
Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
Camera control feature and shutter release cable that allows you to remotely take a series of exposures using your digital SLR camera
Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and asterisms
DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of GOTO features
NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer
GPS-compatible with optional CN16 GPS Accessory (93968)
This innovative telescope builds upon its rich heritage, with state-of-the-art features, a fully computerized operating system, premier optical coatings, improved light gathering and more.
