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Home Telescopes Celestron Telescopes Celestron Advanced VX Telescopes Celestron Advanced VX 6 Inch Refractor Telescope
For planetary imaging and brighter deep-sky objects, many astroimagers say theres no better choice than a refractor. Unlike Schmidt-Cassegrain or Newtonian telescopes that have a secondary mirror, refractors offer no obstruction of the aperture, giving you the highest possible contrast. This refractor setup features an f/8 objective lens. As you grow in your hobby, you can continue to enjoy all the high-level features of the Advanced VX computerised goto system that allows you to explore thousands of objects via the onboard database.Computerized German equatorial mountThe 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, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2 diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability.Dual saddle plateAdvanced VX mounts include a dual saddle plate that accommodates both CG-5 and CGE-style dovetail. Switching between the two saddle plates is as simple as moving the hand knobs into a separate set of holes. You can use an Advanced VX mount with virtually any optical tube within its weight limit. Compatible with Vixen format dovetails 100mm or longer, not compatible with Losmandy D format plates (regardless of plate manufacturer).Starry Night SoftwareIncluded with your purchase is a free download of Celestrons Starry Night Special Edition Software. This advanced software by Simulation Curriculum offers detailed information about celestial objects and helps you plan your next observing or imaging session. The Special Edition software also allows you to control your telescope via computer.Optical Tube Info: Optical Design: RefractorAperture: 150mm (6")Focal Length: 1200mm (47")Focal Ratio: f/8Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm (.8")Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 60xFinderscope: 9x50Star Diagonal: 1.25" Star DiagonalOptical Tube: AluminumHighest Useful Magnification: 354xLowest Useful Magnification: 21xLimiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.4Resolution (Rayleigh): .93 arc secondsResolution (Dawes): .77 arc secondsLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 459xSecondary Mirror Obstruction: NoneSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: NoneSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: NoneOptical Coatings: Fully Multi-CoatedOptical Tube Length: 1295mm (51")Optical Tube Diameter: 171.45mm (6.75")Optical Tube Weight: 19 lbs (8.62 kg)Dovetail: CG-5 Dovetail barMount Info: Mount Type: Computerized EquatorialInstrument load capacity: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 1118mm - 1626mm (44" - 64")Tripod Leg Diameter: 50.8mm (2") Stainless SteelLatitude adjustment range: 7° - 77°Mount Head Weight: 17 lbs (7.71 kg)Accessory Tray: YesTripod Weight: 18 lbs (8.16 kg)Weight of Counterweights: 2 x 12 lbsSlew Speeds: 9 slew speeds - max speed 4°/secondTracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and LunarTracking Modes: EQ North and EQ SouthGPS: N/ADovetail Compatibility: Dual saddle plates (CG-5 and CGE saddle)Number of Auxiliary Ports: 3 AUX Ports (1 hand control and 2 AUX Ports for optional accessoriesAutoguide Port: YesUSB Port: Yes, input on Hand ControlPower Requirements: 12V DC 3.5A (tip positive)Motor Drive: DC servo motorsAlignment Procedures: 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick AlignPeriodic Error Correction: YesComputerized Hand Control: 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connectionNexStar+ Database: 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objectsSoftware: Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal AppTotal Kit Weight: 78 lbs (35.38 kg)Included Items: Advanced VX Equatorial Head and tripodAccessory Tray2 x 12 lbs counterweightsNexStar+ Hand ControlDC Power Cable (item# 18769)Hand Control Holster
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