Outfitted
with a large aperture/long focal length optical tube assembly (OTA) and
their updated computer-controlled motorized EQ mount, Celestron's CGEM II 1100 11" f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
gives you a complete observational rig for making detailed observations
of the Moon and planets within our solar system with the ability to
reach into deep sky to discover galaxies, nebulae, clusters, and stars.
Complementing the aperture and focal length is the proprietary
StarBright XLT multi-coating system. With this system, light
transmission is increased throughout the entire optical path with
anti-reflection multi-coated lenses, highly reflective multi-coated
mirrors, and Crown optical glass elements. While the focal ratio is a
relatively slow f/10, the scope's precision tracking system allows it to
be a competent astrophotography/astroimaging platform.
The
CGEM II mount is engineered to carry up to a 40-pound payload and is
outfitted with high-torque dual DC servo motors, it is able to smoothly
and accurately slew and track heavier OTAs such as the one provided
here. Its dual dovetail saddle allows it to accept the larger
Losmandy-style plate used on the OTA, while also being able to accept
other OTAs with the smaller Vixen-style plate. Celestron also improves
its usage by adding compatibility with their SkySync GPS unit for a
higher-level of precision during set up and alignment. To provide a
stable platform for the mount and your OTA, a heavy-duty stainless steel
tripod is included that sports large 2" legs and an accessory tray that
doubles as a stabilizer.
The brain of the CGEM II is the NexStar+
computer controller. Equipped with a database of 40,000 objects,
including the planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and the complete
Messier catalog, it can also be programmed with up 100 custom
user-defined objects and filters added for custom object lists. Its
intuitive menu-driven user interface puts the power to observe the
heavens with nine slew speeds and three tracking rates, plus
anti-backlash compensation and Permanent Periodic Error Correction
(PPEC) for smoother movements in the motors and improved tracking over
time. Features such as guided tours, extended information on 200 popular
objects, and multiple alignment options, make the NexStar+ controller
easy to use and invaluable to new users and experienced star-gazers.
Celestron CGEM II 1100 11" f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
CGEM II GoTo EQ Mount with Tripod
17 lb Counterweight for the CGEM EQ Mount
1.25" 40mm Eyepiece
1.25" 90° Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope with Bracket
Limited Two-Year Warranty
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