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Smartphone Compatibility
Sturdy Altazimuth Mount
Dazzling Views with High Quality Optics
Perfect for the City or Dark Sky Sites
Introducing the Celestron Starsense Explorer LT 127AZ Newtonian Reflector Telescope - 127mm. A groundbreaking instrument designed to transform the stargazing experience, particularly for beginners. This innovative telescope utilizes your smartphone to analyse the night sky, providing real-time positioning and guidance. With the app's user-friendly interface and comprehensive tutorials, exploring celestial objects becomes accessible and straightforward, effectively serving as a personal tour guide through the cosmos.
Setting up the telescope is remarkably easy. After docking your smartphone in the dedicated StarSense dock and launching the StarSense Explorer app, a quick two-minute alignment procedure allows the system to generate a list of visible celestial objects. Users can select an object, and the app will display directional arrows on the screen to assist in precisely positioning the telescope. When an object is properly aligned in the eyepiece, the app indicates this with a green bullseye, ensuring a seamless viewing experience.
The StarSense Explorer LT features a 127mm (5-inch) objective lens that gathers ample light, offering clear and vibrant views of both bright and faint celestial bodies. Whether observing the bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, or the Orion Nebula, users can expect sharp detail and remarkable clarity. Designed for both urban and darker sky locations, this telescope performs well in a variety of environments and is lightweight at just 11.4 pounds, making it easy to transport for outdoor adventures. With its combination of advanced technology and high-quality optics, the StarSense Explorer LT provides an engaging and educational stargazing experience for astronomy enthusiasts of all levels.
Optical Tube Info: | |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture | 127mm (5") |
Focal Length | 1000mm (39.3") |
Focal Ratio | f/7.87 |
Focal Length Of Eyepiece 1 | 25mm (0.98") |
Magnification Of Eyepiece 1 | 40x |
Focal Length Of Eyepiece 2 | 10mm (0.39") |
Magnification Of Eyepiece 2 | 100x |
Barlow Lens | 2x (1.25") |
Finderscope | StarPointer red dot finderscope |
Optical Tube | Steel |
Highest Useful Magnification | 300x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 18x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.1 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | .91 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared To Human Eye) | 329x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 41mm (1.6") |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction By Diameter | 32% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction By Area | 10% |
Optical Coatings | Glass mirrors coated with aluminium and SiO |
Optical Tube Length | 457.2mm (18") |
Optical Tube Diameter | 165.1mm (6.5") |
Optical Tube Weight | 7.6 lbs (3.44 kg) |
Dovetail | None |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Manual Alt-Azimuth |
Height Adjustment Range (Includes Mount And Tripod) | Aluminium, 1320.8mm (52") max height |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 31.75mm (1.25") steel |
Accessory Tray | Yes |
Tripod Weight | 3.8 lbs (1.72 kg) |
Slew Speeds | Manual |
Gps | Uses phone's GPS |
Dovetail Compatibility | None |
Power Requirements | None (Recommend PowerTank Glow to keep phone charged while using App) |
Alignment Procedures | Use StarSense Explorer App |
Software | StarSense Explorer App, SkyPortal App, and Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software |
Total Kit Weight | 11.4 lbs (5.17 kg) |
Dimensions | 87x50x25 cm |
Free Shipping | No |
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