Celestron Advanced VX 8'' SCT

1. Optical Design: The Celestron Advanced VX 8'' SCT features an 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain catadioptric design, renowned for its compact form factor, powerful light-gathering capabilities, and versatile performance. This construction allows for a long focal length in a short optical tube, making it excellent for both planetary observation and deep-sky imaging. It excels in diverse fields of use, from visual astronomy to advanced astrophotography.

2. Advanced VX Mount: The included Advanced VX (AVX) German Equatorial Mount is specifically engineered to provide a robust and stable platform for astrophotography. Its improved motors and gear ratios offer enhanced tracking precision, while its ability to handle instruments up to 30 lbs ensures ample capacity for the SCT and accessories. This mount's features, including All-Star Polar Alignment and permanently programmable periodic error correction, significantly simplify long-exposure imaging.

3. StarBright XLT Coatings: Celestron's proprietary StarBright XLT optical coatings are applied to all optical surfaces, significantly increasing light transmission. This multi-layer coating system ensures maximum light throughput, resulting in notably brighter images, improved contrast, and enhanced detail, especially beneficial for observing faint celestial objects.

4. GoTo Technology: The Advanced VX 8'' SCT boasts integrated GoTo technology, allowing users to automatically pinpoint and track tens of thousands of celestial objects with the push of a button. The advanced computerized system meticulously guides the telescope to desired targets, providing effortless navigation of the night sky, making it highly accessible for both novice and experienced observers.

ABOUT THE CELESTRON ADVANCED VX 8'' SCT

The Celestron Advanced VX 8'' SCT sets itself apart with its exceptional versatility and performance, particularly tailored for those venturing into or perfecting their astrophotography skills. This model combines a powerful 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with Celestron's highly capable Advanced VX computerized equatorial mount. The SCT optical design, a favorite among amateur astronomers, provides a wide field of view combined with high magnification capabilities, making it proficient for observing everything from the intricate details of planetary surfaces to distant galaxies and nebulae. Its compact and portable design belies its robust performance. The Advanced VX mount is built for precision, offering enhanced tracking for long-exposure astrophotography, ensuring your celestial targets remain in frame and sharp. This telescope is ideal for observing through suburban skies and is equally adept at facilitating deep-sky astrophotography, offering a superb balance of portability and optical capability.

ABOUT CELESTRON

Celestron, LLC, founded in 1960 in Torrance, California, USA, is a globally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of optical instruments. The company is particularly known for its pioneering role in introducing consumer-friendly Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and innovating computerized GoTo mount technology. Celestron has built a strong reputation for producing reliable, high-performance optics that cater to amateur astronomers and astrophotographers worldwide. Their commitment to optical excellence and user-friendly design has made them a cornerstone in the astronomy community.

MAIN FEATURES

• Optical Design: 8-inch (203mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT). Compact catadioptric design combining mirrors and lenses.

• Focal Length: 2032 mm

• Focal Ratio: f/10

• Mount: Celestron Advanced VX Computerized GoTo German Equatorial Mount. Ideal for astrophotography with enhanced tracking and stability.

• GoTo Database: Over 40,000 celestial objects, enabling automatic location and tracking.

• Motor Drives: Dual-axis DC servo motors with encoders for precision tracking.

• StarBright XLT Coatings: Enhances light transmission for brighter, sharper images across the visual spectrum.

• Eyepiece: Includes one 20mm Plössl eyepiece (1.25").

• Finderscope: 6x30 optical finderscope for easy alignment.

• Diagonal: 1.25" star diagonal.

• Tripod: Heavy-duty steel tripod with 2" diameter legs and an accessory tray for stability.

• Weight: Approximately 31.7 kg (69.9 lbs) for the complete setup (telescope, mount, tripod).

• Power: 12V DC power supply (user supplied).

WARRANTY

This product is covered by a 2-year global warranty that includes defects in materials and manufacturing under normal use.

IN THE BOX

• Celestron Advanced VX 8'' Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly

• Advanced VX German Equatorial Mount Head

• Heavy-duty Steel Tripod

• 20mm Plössl Eyepiece (1.25")

• 6x30 Finderscope

• Star Diagonal (1.25")

• Accessory Tray

• Hand Control Unit

• DC Power Cable (cigarette lighter adapter)

• NexRemote CD-ROM Software

• RS-232 Cable

• Instruction Manual