Celestron CGX 1100 11" f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo Telescope

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11" Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA
2800mm Focal Length, f/10 Focal Ratio
1.25" 40mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal
CGX Motorized GoTo Equatorial Mount
NexStar+ Computer Controller
Database of 40,000+ Objects
Multiple Alignment Systems
Guided Tours and Custom Object Filters
Backlash Compensation and PPEC
2" Adjustable Stainless Steel Tripod

Celestron merges their massive 11" aperture/long focal length optical tube assembly (OTA) and their larger & sturdier EQ mount in the CGX 1100 11" f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope. This complete observational rig gives you the ability to make detailed observations of the Moon and planets within our solar system with the capacity 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 CGX GoTo EQ Mount improves on their venerable CGEM platform to provide users with a heavy-duty research-quality mount for larger OTAs, accessories, and imaging rigs. Engineered to carry a 55-pound payload and outfitted with high-torque motors with a heavy-duty belt-drive system to improve tracking stability and reduce backlash, it is able to smoothly and accurately track near- and deep-sky objects for long periods of time. To provide a stable platform for the mount and OTA, a heavy-duty stainless steel tripod is included that sports large 2" legs, an accessory tray that doubles as a stabilizer, and a height-adjustment range from 47.25 to 77.5" including the head. Its wide stance provides additional stability with reduced vibration, especially on rough or uneven ground.

The brain of the system is the NexStar+ computer controller. Outfitted with a database of over 40,000 objects, including the planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and the complete Messier catalog, it can also be programmed with up to 100 custom user-defined objects and filters for custom object lists. Its intuitive menu-driven user interface puts the power to observe the heavens in the palm of your hand 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 stargazers.

Optical Tube Assembly

Large 11" aperture
f/10 focal ratio
Long 2800mm focal length
Schmidt-Cassegrain optical path configuration
StarBright XLT optical coatings: Multi-layer aluminum/SiO2 (quartz)/TiO2 (titanium dioxide) mirror coatings with flat reflectivity across the light spectrum for both astrophotography/astroimaging and visual observation
Resolution: Rayleigh, 0.5 arcsec; Dawes, 0.42 arcsec
Secondary mirror obstruction: 3.75" (9.5cm), 34% by diameter, 12% by area

CGX Mount

German equatorial mount
55-pound payload capacity
3-35° latitude-adjustment range
20° of additional tracking past the meridian provides greater usability
Dual-axis servo motors with optical encoders for smooth tracking and quiet operation
High-torque motors provide smooth tracking and slewing for heavy OTAs
Internal belt-drive system provides smooth, vibration-free tracking while minimizing backlash
Spring-loaded brass worm wheel and stainless steel worm gear reduce friction and improve gear meshing
Limit sensors automatically shut off slewing or tracking before reaching the hard stop fail safe
Internal hard stops for both axes prevent cable tension and tripod strike
Autoguider port for making corrections while astroimaging
Dual Vixen/Losmandy dovetail saddle, compatible with CG-5 and CGE bars, respectively
Long clutch levers make tightening and loosening of clutches easier for manual movement
Internal "Real Time Clock" keeps time and site information saved when power is turned off
Internal cables/wires for snag-free operation
Runs on included 12 VDC, 4A car/vehicle power supply

NexStar+ Hand Controller

Features:
Intuitive menu-driven user interface
Nine slew speeds: 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 32x, 0.3°/sec, 1.0°/sec, 2°/sec, 4°/sec
Multiple tracking rates: Sidereal, Lunar, and Solar
Anti-backlash correction: Trains out intrinsic play in gears for smoother movement and tracking
Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC): Improves tracking precision for long-exposure astrophotography and imaging

Database:
40,000-object database
100 user-defined objects for customization
Filters for creating custom object lists
Solar system: All seven planets plus the Moon, Sun, and Pluto
Custom lists of all the brightest stars, double stars, variable stars, and asterisms
Custom lists of all the best galaxies, nebulae, and clusters as well as the complete Messier catalog and select NGC objects

Functions
Alignment options: One- or Two-Star, Solar System, Quick, and Last
Sky Tour: Based on location, date, and time, the system shows the best objects in the sky and automatically slews to them
Object info: Provides useful information about the selected object such as magnitude and constellation; includes extended information about 200 popular objects

Physical characteristics:
2-line, 18-character LCD window with red backlighting for comfortable viewing without affecting night-adjusted vision
19 function keys, backlit in red
Micro USB port: Connect to a computer, for use with software programs for point-and-click slewing capability and updating firmware via PC

Included Accessories

1.25" 40mm eyepiece yields 70x power
1.25" 90° star diagonal puts eyepiece in comfortable position when OTA is pointed at or near the zenith
9x50 finderscope with bracket

Tripod

Stainless steel legs
Adjustable-height 47.25-77.5", including head
Heavy-duty 2" diameter
Wide leg stance provides greater stability, especially on uneven ground
Accessory/eyepiece holder tray that doubles as leg spreader/lock
Weight: 19.2 pounds

Specifications

Telescope Series	Celestron CGX
Optical Design	Schmidt-Cassegrain
Mount Type	Equatorial - GoTo
Warranty	2 Year Warranty
Telescope Aperture	11"
Telescope Focal Ratio	f/10
Telescope Focal Length	2800mm
Limiting Stellar Magnitude	14.7
Highest Useful Magnification	661x
Optical Coatings	Celestron XLT
Tube Color or Finish	Celestron Grey
Optical Tube Outer Diameter	Not provided by manufacturer
Length of Optical Tube	24"
Optical Tube Weight	27.5 lbs.
Mount Weight	41 lbs.
Dew Shield Included?	No, Sold Separately
Diagonal Included?	Yes - 1.25" Star Diagonal
Finder Included	9 x 50 Optical Finder
Eyepiece(s) Included	40mm
Hand Controller Included?	Yes
Power Adapter Included	DC Cigarette Lighter Adapter
CD ROMs Included	NexRemote
Counterweights Included	(1) 22 lb.
Alignment Procedure	1-Star Alignment, 2-Star Alignment, Last Alignment Used, Quick Align, Solar System Align
Tracking Modes	EQ North, EQ South
Objects in Database	40,000 objects
OTA Mount Type	N/A
Tripod Type Included	Extra Large Heavy Duty
Total Telescope Weight	145 lbs.

In the Box

Celestron 1100 Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope
Celestron CGX Mount
StarBright XLT Coatings
9x50 Finderscope
2.75" Tublar Stainless Steel Leg Tripod
Accessory Tray
(1) 22lb. Counterweights
Star Diagonal
Hand Controller
Software
Permanent Programmable Periodic Error Correction (PEC)
DC Servo Motors
RJ-12 Modular Jack
ST-4 Compatible Guide Port
Autoguide Port
Auxillary Port
RS-232 Communication Port
DC Car Battery Plug