Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope
- Generous 130mm aperture showcases galaxies, nebulae and star clusters with its impressive light-gathering capability.
- Fast focal ratio (f/4.6) shortens exposure times for deep sky photography.
- Model comes with a 25mm Plössl eyepiece and a red dot viewfinder to aid in object location.
- Included adapter helps observers use their smart device to capture and share images.
iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System
- Integrated Explore Scientific PMC-Eight™
system that transcends the industry standard single processor by
utilizing eight CPUs that operate independently of one another to focus
on defined functions, which results in superior responsiveness,
efficiency, reliability and astoundingly fast timing intervals.
- Clutched dual-axis worm gears with quiet precision stepper motor belt drives
- Intuitive ExploreStars app, which is available
for Apple, Android and Windows tablets, that makes it simple to operate
the GOTO system. Through it, users can quickly align their telescope,
navigate the stars and learn specifics about tens of thousands of
celestial objects
- Clutched RA and Declination axes are smooth
and allow for precise balancing which makes the process of repositioning
your telescope efficient
- Polar alignment sight hole through the RA axis and precise altitude control for fast alignment without polar scope.
- Battery pack powering the PMC-Eight™ system uses 8 C batteries and is secured in a bracket on one of the tripod legs when in use
- Two 1 kg counterweights included
- Glow-in-the-dark markings on mount and tripod
Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope
Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system
or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, the versatile FirstLight
telescope series has an observing package that will fit your individual
needs. Each of the combinations in this new line comes complete with all
of the essentials: a telescope, an eyepiece and a red dot viewfinder.
Telescope offerings include achromatic refractor telescopes ranging in
aperture from 70mm to 152mm, Maksutov-Cassegrains from 100mm to 152mm,
and Newtonian reflector telescopes from 114mm to an impressive 203mm.
Mounts vary from a simple fork-mounted alt-azimuth option to a
complete GOTO tracking system. As an added benefit, each package
includes an adapter that allows you to use your smartphone to easily
capture and share the beauty unfolding in your eyepiece. With Firstlight
the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover.
FirstLight N130mm White Tube Newtonian telescope with 600mm focal
length f/4.6 telescope with 40mm draw tube focuser; Plossl 25mm
eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter.
iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ Equatorial Tracker System
The iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ Equatorial Tracker System is a complete astronomical computerized Wifi or Wired GOTO Equatorial Tracker with integrated PMC-Eight™ electronics suitable for attaching Small Telescopes or DSLR Cameras attached to the Explore Scientific DSLR Camera Dovetail Assembly.
Use with the free ExploreStars App for Tablets (Windows,
Android, Amazon and Apple), or with the free ASCOM Standards Compliant
PMC-Eight™ ASCOM driver and the ASCOM POTH
Client from Explore Scientific (either wired or wireless) to work with
virtually any sky software that supports ASCOM. Tablet or computer must
be purchased separately.
The iEXOS-100 utilizes a proven German equatorial mount design and
Explore Scientific’s revolutionary PMC-Eight™ Precision Motion Control
system to flawlessly navigate the night sky and track objects as they
journey across it. This combination provides superior observing and
imaging performance without a prohibitive price tag.
GOTO systems play an important role in the world of amateur astronomy
because they ensure users spend less time searching for particular
objects and more time observing and imaging. The PMC-Eight™ with
its versatile connections supported with free to download apps for
Windows computers or Android and iOS tablets only (tablets must have a
screen of at least 7 inches), or through the free to download ASCOM
PMC-Eight™ driver and POTH Client to connect
to your favorite ASCOM Compliant Astronomical Software, can allow you to
control the telescope from a few feet away or by communicating
computer-to-computer with an Internet connection from virtually anywhere
in the world.
One of the standout features of the iEXOS-100 system is its German
equatorial design. When it comes to tracking the stars with a telescope,
there is nothing that compares to a German Equatorial Mount (GEM)
because it will precisely follow objects as they rise in the east and
set in the west. For observers, a GEM makes it easy to keep your
celestial target in your eyepiece. For imagers, it helps you avoid
common astrophotography pitfalls like field rotation.
Before you can track an object, you need to find it, and that
objective can be daunting when you’re faced with a vast expanse of inky
black sky or a bright city sky. The iEXOS-100 puts a powerful GOTO
system in your arsenal of astronomical tools that takes the frustration
out of navigating the night sky. This integrated version of Explore
Scientific’s PMC-Eight™ system transcends the industry standard single
processor by utilizing an 8-core microcontroller with eight CPUs that
operate independently of one another to focus on defined functions. This
delegation of tasks among the processors results in a system that
offers superior responsiveness, efficiency, reliability and astoundingly
fast timing intervals for smooth image acquisition and accurate
tracking.
Although it is internally complex, the GOTO system can be easily
operated from your own Apple, Android or Windows tablet using the
ExploreStars app, which has an intuitive nature that makes it simple and
quick to align your telescope, navigate the stars and learn specifics
about tens of thousands of celestial objects. This dynamic app is fueled
by a database that is routinely updated to ensure it remains a relevant
resource.
Our commitment to creating a streamlined GOTO mount is obvious in
other design choices. The iEXOS-100 has smooth locking clutches that
will let you quickly reposition your telescope from one side to the
other and an altitude knob for smooth height adjustments. The mount base
includes a small polar alignment tunnel that allows users to roughly
align their observing setup with Polaris. It also has a simple bubble
level that comes in handy when stabilizing your tripod. Other features
include a bracket for holding the battery pack, which powers the
PMC-Eight™ system through 8 C batteries (not
included); two 1 kg counterweights for balancing; and glow-in-the-dark
markers on certain points of the mount and tripod so you can stay
oriented with your setup at night. The mount is designed to hold up to
19 lbs (scope, accessories, and counterweights added together).
The mount weighs 9.45 pounds (4.29 kg), while the lightweight Travel Tripod and accessory tray weighs 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg). The Travel Tripod, when collapsed is 27.25 inches (69.21 cm) tall.
Item Number - FL-N130600-IEXOS
Comes With - Smartphone Adapter, One 25 mm Plössl Eyepiece, Red Dot Viewfinder, Downloadable Software
Lens Coatings - Aluminum with Quartz Overcoat
Magnification - 250x
Focal Length - 600mm
Focal Ratio - f/4.6
Adapter - 40mm draw tube focuser
Optical Diameter - 130mm
Eyepiece - 25mm Plossl
Mount head weight - 9.45 lbs
Tripod weight - 5.35 lbs
Tripod fully collapsed, no mount head - 25.5”
Tripod open, retracted legs, no mount head - 25”
Tripod open, retracted legs with the mount head - 38.5” at highest point, 36” to the center of the mounting bracket
Tripod open, legs fully extended, no mount head - 42”
Tripod open, legs fully extended with the mount head - 45” at highest point
Counterweights - 1 kg each
Mount weight capacity - Approx.
9 lbs (equipment weight only),15 lbs Photographic (equipment and
counterweights); Approx. 19 lbs Visual (equipment and counterweights)
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