Features
Optical Performance
- 10" aperture
- f/4.7 focal ratio
- 1200mm focal length
- Efficient, highly reflective mirrors increase image brightness
SynScan System
- Motor type: DC Servo Motors
- Resolution:
- Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution
- Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution
- Slew speeds: 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 200X, 400X, 600X, 800X, 1000X
- Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
- Tracking Mode: Dual Axes Tracking
- Alignment Method: Brightest-Star Alignment, Two-Star Alignment
- Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC and IC catalog, partial SAO catalogues, total 42,900 objects
- Go-To Pointing Accuracy: Up to 5 arc min
Focuser
- Crayford-style, single-speed
- Accepts 2" eyepieces and accessories
- Crayford focusers use a toothless friction system that allows for super-fine precision focusing without backlash
- Includes 2-to-1.25" adapter
Mount
- Alt-az rocker design
- Teflon azimuth bearings
- Teflon bearings and tension clutch on altitude axis
- Tension control handle allows for smoother rotation to reduce vibrations and limit over-compensation
Eyepiece & Accessories
- Eyepieces:
- 4-element Plossl
- 1.25" diameter barrel
- 25mm yields 48x power
- 10mm yields 120x power
- Finderscope:
- 8x50 erect-image
- Right-angle viewing
General
- Batteries None
- Adapter 12 VDC
- GPS No
- Wi-Fi No
- Weight 33 lb / 15 kg (OTA)
- 39 lb / 17.7 kg (Mount)
- 72 lb / 32.7 kg (Fully Assembled)
Packaging Info
- Package Weight 97 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 37 x 31 x 27"
Included in the box
Warranty
CELESTRON TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
A. Celestron warrants your telescope to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years. Celestron will repair or replace such product or part thereof which, upon inspection by Celestron, is found to be defective in materials or workmanship. As a condition to the obligation of Celestron to repair or replace such product, the product must be returned to Celestron together with proof-of-purchase satisfactory to Celestron.
B. The Proper Return Authorization Number must be obtained from Celestron in advance of return. Call Celestron at (310) 328-9560 to receive the number to be displayed on the outside of your shipping container.