Celestron Advanced VX 700 Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope 7in f/15 661x 8.75in Tube

Celestron Advanced VX 700 Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope 7in f/15 661x 8.75in Tube. With its Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube and the sturdy Advanced VX equatorial mount and tripod this kit provides unparalleled views of the planets and up-close views of the lunar surface including craters and maria. Astronomers located in urban areas will especially appreciate the Maks ability to bring out more contrast in celestial objects. But since the entire kit disassembles into separate lightweight and manageable pieces its also a great choice for transporting to dark sky sites. The Mak is a catadioptric telescope which means the optical design includes both a lens and a mirror. The light coming through a Mak passes through the corrector lens to the primary mirror and back to a spherical secondary mirror before it hits the eyepiece. Images are bright sharp and virtually free of chromatic aberration. The Maksutov-Cassegrains optical design offers several unique benefits. Instead of a secondary mirror the Mak features a secondary spot of reflective coating applied directly to the inside of the corrector plate. Because of this the telescope does not require frequent collimation like a Schmidt-Cassegrain. Also the secondary spot is significantly smaller than a traditional Schmidt-Cassegrain secondary mirror giving the Mak its signature high-contrast views. One important thing to note about Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes is that the larger heavier Maksutov corrector plate takes longer to cool down and adjust to ambient air temperature compared to a Schmidt-Cassegrain of the same aperture. The Advanced VX mount is designed to provide superior performance for smaller telescopes while taking advantage of Celestrons most advanced technologies: All-Star Polar Alignment Celestron PWI telescope control software SkyAlign and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC). If youre an experienced imager youll love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site and enjoying all the conveniences of a larger observatory mount. Or if youre new to imaging Advanced VX will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come. The Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestrons German equatorial mounts. The computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. The Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control an autoguider and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories. The NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions astronomers of all skill levels can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with 2-diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability. The payload capacity for the Advanced VX is 30 lb. It offers a sturdy platform for the 7 Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube even when paired with optional accessories like StarSense AutoAlign Focus Motor a finderscope and a camera. Celestron's payload capacity does not include the weight of the counterweights. As of early 2019 Advanced VX mounts now include a new dual saddle plate that accommodates both CG-5 and CGE-style dovetails. Switching between the two saddle plates is as simple as moving the hand knobs into a separate set of holes. Now you can use your Advanced VX mount not only with the 7 Mak but virtually any optical tube within Advanced VXs weight limit. All current Celestron computerized telescopes include Celestron PWI (CPWI) the most advanced astronomy software suite provided with any consumer-grade telescope. Celestrons experts co-developed CPWI with the engineers at PlaneWave Instruments. The result is an all-in-one solution offering you many of the same features used on PlaneWaves observatory-class telescopes. Graphical planetarium interface with PointXP advanced mount modelling allows you to add 100+ points to your alignment model for the most accurate pointing and tracking possible Ideal for remote observatory setups: save and re-load your alignment and park your scope Provides a complete ASCOM telescope interface to allow control of the telescope from third party software applications The Advanced VX 700 Mak comes complete with a 2 Visual Back a 2 Star Diagonal with 1.25 adapter a 28 mm wide-field 2 eyepiece and a large 8x50 straight-through finderscope. The optical tube accommodates the larger 2 accessories such as 2 Barlow lenses the 2 eyepiece and filter kit and larger wide-field eyepieces. Specifications for Celestron Maksutov Cassegrain 7.08in Telescope w/ Advanced VX Mount: Manufacturer: Celestron Magnification: 67 - 420 x Objective Aperture: 180 mm Focal Length: 2700 mm Focal Ratio: f/15 Finderscope: 8x50 Straight Through Optical Coating: StarBright XLT Magnification Type: Variable Features of Celestron Maksutov Cassegrain 7.08in Telescope w/ Advanced VX Mount 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with f/15