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Home Telescopes Celestron Telescopes Celestron Advanced VX Telescopes Celestron Advanced VX 8 Inch Newtonian Telescope
The Advanced VX (AVX) sets a standard in mid-level telescopes, providing many of the features found on Celestrons most sophisticated German equatorial mounts at an extremely affordable price. The Advanced VX 8 Newtonian telescope is an excellent entry- to mid-level setup that can grow with you. The Newtonian optical design is excellent for visual observing and offers you the largest aperture for the price. The parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a sharper image near the edge of the field of view. The 8 Newtonian optical tube offers 78% more light gathering ability than the 6 Newtonian optical tube. 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.AVX 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: Newtonian ReflectorAperture: 200mm (7.87")Focal Length: 1000mm (39")Focal Ratio: f/5Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm (.8")Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 50xFinderscope: 9x50Star Diagonal: N/AOptical Tube: AluminumHighest Useful Magnification: 472xLowest Useful Magnification: 29xLimiting Stellar Magnitude: 14Resolution (Rayleigh): .7 arc secondsResolution (Dawes): .58 arc secondsLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 816xSecondary Mirror Obstruction: 56mm (2.2")Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 28%Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 7.81%Optical Coatings: Fully CoatedOptical Tube Length: 914mm (36")Optical Tube Weight: 22 lbs (9.98 kg)Optical Tube Diameter: 235mm (9.25")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: 81 lbs (36.74 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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