The Meade Instruments LX85 152mm f/10 ACF UHTC Catadioptric GoTo EQ Telescope
has a large aperture and long focal length, despite its short optical
tube length, to allow you to make detailed observations of near and
deep-sky objects. Supporting this powerful observation tool is a full
GoTo computer-controlled motorized equatorial mount that is ideal for
long-duration observation and astrophotography sessions.
This
telescope utilizes Meade's Advanced Coma-Free catadioptric light path to
reduce color fringing and off-axis comas, enabling it to clearly
resolve dim deep-sky objects and easily split binary stars with
tack-sharp clarity. Complementing the ACF system is their Ultra-High
Transmission Coatings (UHTC) system, which improves light transmission
through the entire light path across the whole visible spectrum. A
combination of high-transmittance lens coatings and highly reflective
mirror coatings boost image brightness, while minimizing external light
loss and internal diffraction. To help get new users started, Meade
includes two eyepieces that produce low and high magnifications, a 90°
star diagonal, and an 8x50 finderscope.
The mount delivers the
performance required for clear views and images with dual-axis low-cog
DC servo motors with backlash compensation. Added to this is Meade's
proprietary Smart Drive system, which records and constantly refines its
Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) to improve positioning and
tracking precision and ensure your target object stays centered for
long-exposure photography. Supporting the mount is a 1.75" stainless
steel tripod that has a wide stance for stability on most terrain and a
center tray that holds eyepieces and accessories and acts as a leg lock
to further stabilize while helping to minimize vibrations.
Controlling
the mount is the next-generation iteration of the iconic AutoStar
system: the AudioStar. This computer controller is equipped with a
database of over 30,000 objects, including the planets, stars, nebulae,
galaxies, and complete Messier catalog; it can also be programmed with
up to 100 custom user-defined objects with filters to create custom
object lists. An integrated speaker and Astronomer Inside system is
packed with over 4 hours of commentary that is customized to objects
that are visible in the night sky on any given date and time. Its
intuitive menu-driven user interface makes observing the heavens fast
and easy, and multiple alignment options make the controller an
invaluable tool to new users and experienced stargazers alike.
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