Galileo CC-2 700 x 60mm Refractor Telescope

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Galileo CC-2 700 x 60mm Refractor Telescope Feature

• Telescope features a large, 60-millimeter objective lens
• Slow motion rod for fine tuning and easy tracking
• 360-degree rotating focus housing makes observing a breeze
• An excellent telescope for the young astronomer
• Includes a carrying a case and various accessories

The Galileo(r) 700x60mm refractor telescope can be used to get a closer view of the land or of the sky with a coated 60-mm objection lens and a micro-altitude adjustment rod. It comes set-up with a Mars Eye finderscope and an adjustable metal tripod with retractable rubber feet. It also comes with a Galileo(r) Planetarium CD ROM with an instructional video.

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Oct 30, 2011 02:32:04

Meade 10-Inch LX200-ACF (f/10) Advanced Coma-Free Telescope

Meade 10-Inch LX200-ACF (f/10) Advanced Coma-Free Telescope Reviews

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Meade 10-Inch LX200-ACF (f/10) Advanced Coma-Free Telescope Feature

• f/10 Advanced Coma-Free Optics: Building from a classic RC design, Meade has created a new design with the same coma-free pinpoint star images and flatter field also reduces the astigmatism and eliminates diffractions spikes found in classical RCs
• Meade Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) increases total light transmission and image brightness by nearly 20% over Meade's standard coatings. Objects such as stars, galaxies and nebulae will appear significantly brighter
• Zero Image-Shift Microfocuser allows you to obtain precise image focus with no image movement
• Oversize Primary Mirror diameters are greater than their listed aperture. This additional 1/4" yields a wide, fully illuminated field-of-view
• Primary Mirror Lock locks the mirror in place preventing movement during long-exposure astrophotography

Aperture: 10-Inch. Focal Length: 2500mm. Focal Ratio: f/10. UHTC coatings, Standard Field Tripod, 1.25-Inch Diagonal Prism, 26mm Series 4000 Super Plössl Eyepiece. The most widely used research quality telescope now features the most advanced optical system. Meade’s LX200-ACF brings Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optics within reach of aspiring astronomers everywhere. Nearly every observatory reflector in the world uses an aplanatic (coma-free) optical system like the Ritchey-Chrétien (RC), including NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. Now you can own similar optics to what the professionals use. The LX200-ACF includes all the field-proven features of the LX200 including GPS, Primary Mirror Lock, Oversized Primary Mirror, SmartDrive; Smart Mount, AutoStar II and more. The new LX200-ACF. It’s the biggest news in astronomy since, well, the LX200.The “advanced” in Advanced Coma-Free. A traditional Ritchey-Chrétien (RC) is a type of reflector that delivers a coma-free, flat field of view via hyperbolic primary and secondary mirrors. Because the mirrors in these telescopes have always been very expensive to make, few amateur astronomers could enjoy them. Fortunately, Meade engineers developed a radical new Advanced Coma Free design by combining a hyperbolic secondary mirror with a corrector-lens-and-spherical-primary-mirror combination that performs as one hyperbolic element. This ACF design produces a coma-free, flat field of view that rivals traditional RC telescopes at a fraction of the cost. The design even eliminates diffraction spikes and improves astigmatism, both of which are inherent in the traditional RC design. When reviewing Meade’s LX200-ACF Advanced Coma Free, Sky and Telescope magazine said, “ [It] does indeed perform like a [Ritchey-Chrétien]. The difference between the off-axis images (compared to a Schmidt-Cassegrain) was dramatic to say the least.”

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Sep 05, 2011 11:32:05

Vixen 25004 R130 and Skypod Mount Telescope

Vixen 25004 R130 and Skypod Mount Telescope Reviews

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Vixen 25004 R130 and Skypod Mount Telescope Feature

• R130Sf 5.1 inche f/5.0 Telescope
• 6x30 finder-scope and Finder bracket
• Tube Rings and Dove-tail plate
• Skypod mount Starbook controller and tripod
• 5 YEAR WARRANTY

The R130Sf comes standard with the 6 x30 finder and dovetail tube plate that fits very well on all the Vixen mounts. Attach it to the Skypod and you have a great 5” telescope and a versatile GoTo mount.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 object 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 you 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 safe storage and transport. This means that for transport you can avoid all the separate small parts that are otherwise easily lost.

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Jul 21, 2011 07:48:03

Vixen 37114 NLV 40mm Telescope Eyepiece

Vixen 37114 NLV 40mm Telescope Eyepiece Reviews

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Vixen 37114 NLV 40mm Telescope Eyepiece Feature

• Apparent FOV: 42 Deg.
• Eye Relief: 32mm
• 4 Elements/2 Groups
• Weight: 139g/4.9 oz

The Vixen NLV Series Eyepieces feature comfortable long 20mm eye-relief, simple twist-up eyecups for adjusting the best eye-point and high grade Lanthanum glass for clear and high contrast viewing. All optics are multi coated. Size: 31.7mm

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Jun 07, 2011 05:00:05

Vixen 37108 NLV 12mm Telescope Eyepiece

Vixen 37108 NLV 12mm Telescope Eyepiece Reviews

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Vixen 37108 NLV 12mm Telescope Eyepiece Feature

• Apparent FOV: 50 Deg
• Eye Relief: 20mm
• 7 Elements/4 Groups
• Weight: 152g/5.36 oz

The Vixen NLV Series Eyepieces feature comfortable long 20mm eye-relief, simple twist-up eyecups for adjusting the best eye-point and high grade Lanthanum glass for clear and high contrast viewing. All optics are multi coated.Size: 31.7mm .

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Apr 16, 2011 20:00:08

Orion 1.25" Correct-Image Star Telescope Diagonal

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Orion 1.25" Correct-Image Star Telescope Diagonal Feature

• For terrestrial or astronomical use, this diagonal produces an right-side-up, nonreversed image
• Fully coated prisms for superior image fidelity
• Requires no extra focus travel

This precision 90-deg star diagonals features fully coated prisms, delivering superior image fidelity. Housings are plastic with thumbscrew to secure the eyepiece in place. This 90-deg diagonal yields correctly oriented images (right-side up and nonreversed). It's perfect for terrestrial use or for amateur astronomers who want a view that matches the orientation of a star chart. Requires no extra focus travel.

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Mar 22, 2011 18:35:03

Vivitar 76mm Reflector Telescope (263X/525X) with 3x Barlow Lens and Tripod with Accessory Kit

Vivitar 76mm Reflector Telescope (263X/525X) with 3x Barlow Lens and Tripod with Accessory Kit Reviews

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Vivitar 76mm Reflector Telescope (263X/525X) with 3x Barlow Lens and Tripod with Accessory Kit Feature

• KIT INCLUDES 3 PRODUCTS -- All Brand New Items with all Manufacturer-supplied Accessories + Full USA Warranties:
• <#1> Vivitar 76mm Reflector Telescope with 3x Barlow Lens & Tripod PLUS +
• <#2> Carson StarMap Light Red LED Flashlight +
• <#3> Precision Design Microfiber Lens Cloth with Neoprene Pouch

Kit includes:
♦ 1) Vivitar 76mm Reflector Telescope with 3x Barlow Lens & Tripod
♦ 2) Carson StarMap Light Red LED Flashlight
♦ 3) Precision Design Microfiber Lens Cloth with Neoprene Pouch

The Vivitar 76mm Reflector Telescope is Vivitar's first astronomical telescope to feature reflector based architecture and technology. It is built of the finest grade materials, using Vivitar's own coating, lenses, and mirrors. It also comes with a deluxe Altazimuth mount, which provides superior functionality and precision. Its design allows for portability and powerful magnification.

The SL-11 StarMap Light from Carson Optical is a red LED flashlight for low-light use. This flashlight is great for astronomy, photographic darkrooms, or reading theater programs without disturbing others. The StarMap Light comes with a handy attached keychain so you’ll have it wherever and whenever you need it.

This 6x6-inch Microfiber Lens Cloth includes an attached water-resistant neoprene pouch that keeps the cloth dry and protected from dust, dirt and other contaminants.

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Mar 21, 2011 08:18:04

Celestron NexStar 80 SLT Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 80 SLT Computerized Telescope Reviews

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Celestron NexStar 80 SLT Computerized Telescope Feature

• Computerized hand control with 4,000 object database
• SkyAlign allows you to align on any 3 brights celestial objects
• Motorized Altazimuth mount
• f11 focal ratio
• 900mm focal length

Celestron's computerized NexStar 80 SLT offers a significant step up in performance compared to 60mm telescopes. This 80mm telescope has 78% more light gathering power than a 60mm scope, and that means more Lunar and planetary detail, and more stars visible on any given night.

Celestron's new SkyAlign technology is remarkably quick and easy to use. You won't need a GPS receiver or a star chart. In fact, if you can see the moon just choose "Solar System Align", enter the date and time, point the scope at the moon and push the "Align" key. This simple procedure was all I needed to initialize the computerized tracking system and start taking pictures with my Celestron NexImage CCD imager.

The NexStar computer allows the telescope to track quietly and accurately with surprisingly good precision. When I use the three star "SkyAlign" mode to initialize the telescope, the GoTo system consistently places deep space highlights like the Orion Nebula, the Andromeda Galaxy and the Double Cluster in Perseus near the center of the low power eyepiece. The standard equipment 25mm eyepiece (36x magnification) or an optional 32mm plossl (28x) provide nice low power views of these objects. The tracking system also makes it easy to get some delightful high power views of the moon and planets. The included high power 9mm eyepiece gives a magnification of 100x, but I find the views are quite good up to 150x when I use an optional 6mm plossl.

The NexStar 80 SLT is large enough to show good detail on the moon and planets, but it's not large enough to bring out much detail in deep space objects. Globular cluster M13, for instance, looks very comet-like with a glowing core and feathery edges; it simply takes a larger telescope to see M13's individual stars. The other drawbacks to this telescope are its short battery life and a mount that wobbles while focusing at high power. Try setting an external 12 Volt battery like Celestron's Power Tank on the accessory tray; it will power the scope and reduce vibrations at the same time. -Jeff Phillips

Pros:

Easy computerized pointing and tracking

High contrast views of the moon and planets Cons:

Short battery life

Wobbles while focusing at high power

Too small for deep space A step up from the 60mm model, the NexStar 80 SLT Refractor gives images that are bright and crisp. The 80 SLT offers 80% brighter images than the 60mm scope. Like the other models in the SLT Series, the 80 SLT comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 80 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. The SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze. A wonderful first-time astronomical scope, the 80 SLT can also be used as a great, land-based spotting telescope with optional erect-image diagonal. SkyAlign With Celestron's revolutionary new alignment technology, setting up and using a computerized telescope is faster and easier than ever before! Point the telescope at three bright objects in the sky and the telescope tells YOU what the objects are. You do not need to know the names of the stars - you can even pick the moon or bright planets! SkyAlign is the easiest method to align a computerized telescope, it's perfect for beginners and provides the convenience and accuracy demanded by experienced users. SkyAlign is the only alignment method where you truly do not have to know the night sky - and it's only available from Celestron.

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Mar 16, 2011 18:13:04

Vixen 5835P1 125mm Binacular Telescope with 2 LVW22mm Eyepieces

Vixen 5835P1 125mm Binacular Telescope with 2 LVW22mm Eyepieces Reviews

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Vixen 5835P1 125mm Binacular Telescope with 2 LVW22mm Eyepieces Feature

• Focal Length: 760mm
• Coatings: Multi Coated
• Made in Japan

With incredible resolution, these super bright binoculars show amazing detail for both Astronomical and Land observations. The BT125-A features a pair of 125mm achromatic objective lense at f/6.08 to collect 300% more light than the naked eye. The 45 degree angled eye piece holders provide comfortable viewing. Each eyepiece holder accepts 1.25" eyepieces. The interchangeable eyepieces allow you to change magnification for each individual observing session. Each eyepiece has individual focusing.

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Mar 12, 2011 13:35:09

Sky Watcher 10 Inch Dobsonian Telescope S11720

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Sky Watcher 10 Inch Dobsonian Telescope S11720

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Mar 11, 2011 00:09:04

Meade Coronado SolarMax 40 H-Alpha Solar Telescope

Meade Coronado SolarMax 40 H-Alpha Solar Telescope Reviews

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Meade Coronado SolarMax 40 H-Alpha Solar Telescope Feature

• The SolarMax 40 boasts an H-alpha bandpass of < 0.7 Angstrom for outstanding resolution of detail
• See high-def images of solar prominences, flares, filaments, sunspots, plages, and granularity
• Internal BF10 blocking filter rejects all unwanted and harmful radiation, for safe viewing
• The SolarMax 40 has a 400mm focal length (f/10) and accepts 1.25" eyepieces (sold separately)
• Includes clamshell tube ring and hard travel case

The SolarMax 40 telescope offers capabiliity that goes beyond that of the Coronado PST, delivering higher-resolution images of solar activity in hydrogen-alpha light. The SolarMax 40 boasts a bandpass of <0.7 Angstrom, greatly enhancing the resolution of subtle detail - both on the Sun's disk itself and erupting from its limb! The SolarMax 40 delivers amazingly sharp, clear images of solar prominences, flares, filaments, sunspots, plages, and surface granularity. With activity in daily flux - some even changing minute by minute - you will never tire of peering into the SolarMax 40 for a live, crisp view. And doing so is completely safe because the internal BF10 blocking filter rejects all unwanted and harmful radiation. You can even snap striking through-the-scope Sun shots with your digital camera! The SolarMax 40 has a 400mm focal length (f/10) and accepts 1.25" eyepieces (sold separately). It weighs only 3 lbs., so a small telescope mount will provide ample support. Included are a clamshell tube ring and hard travel case.

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Mar 08, 2011 21:31:04

TeleVue ETH-8.0 8mm ETHOS Telescope ETH-08.0

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TeleVue ETH-8.0 8mm ETHOS Telescope ETH-08.0

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Feb 25, 2011 12:56:03

Celestron 80LCM Computerized Telescope (Black)

Celestron 80LCM Computerized Telescope (Black) Reviews

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Celestron 80LCM Computerized Telescope (Black) Feature

• High quality 80 mm (3.2") refractor
• Quick-release computerized base, optical tube and accessory tray for quick no tool set up
• Database allows telescope to locate over 4,000 celestial objects
• Lightweight Computerized Mount
• Includes "The SkyX" Planetarium software

Automatically Locates The Wonders Of The Universe With Its Motorized System & On Board Computer! All glass, fully coated optics reveal the depths of our solar system and the wonders of the Universe. Fully adjustable tripod features a convenient accessory tray. Easy to use computerized hand control allows user to locate objects at the touch of a button.

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Feb 23, 2011 19:58:04