Celestron NexStar 6 SLT (22088)

COMPUTERISED STAR LOCATING TELESCOPE: The Celestron NexStar 6 SLT STC is a computerised telescope that offers a database of more than 40,000 stars, galaxies, nebulae, and more, it locates your object with pinpoint accuracy and tracks it COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT: For universal use, astronomical and terrestrial, visual and photographic SCHIMDT-CASSE... moreSGRAIN OPTICAL DESIGN: Able to work optimally in very wide focal length ranges, making it usable with satisfaction in a wide range of applications FAST SETUP WITH SKYALIGN: Celestron’s proprietary SkyAlign procedure has you ready to observe in minutes, simply centre any three bright objects in the eyepiece and the NexStar SLT aligns to the night sky, ready to locate thousands of objects BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: The NexStar 6 SLT SCT Computerised Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programmes for an interactive sky simulation

Celestron's innovative NexStar Star Location Telescope (SLT) has been a customer favorite for years thanks to its unique combination of high quality optics, user-friendly computerized interface and a sturdy single fork arm mount.This telescope comes with a preassembled, adjustable stainless steel tripod, quick release fork arm, NexStar+ computerize... mored hand control, 6 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube, and lots of bonus accessories.The entire telescope kit weighs in at just 18 pounds. The simple, no-tool assembly and fast SkyAlign alignment procedure will have you ready to observe in minutes. This makes NexStar 6SLT your perfect companion for impromptu observing sessions and all-night stargazing marathons alike.Your NexStar 6SLT will reveal details of the lunar surface, Venus and its phases, the polar caps on Mars, Jupiter and its four moons, and Saturn with its rings plainly visible. It can also be used as a land-based spotting telescope for daytime and wildlife observations. Features:- High quality 6 (150mm) Schmidt Cassegrain optical tube- Fully computerized Altazimuth mount- Sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray included- Includes a 20mm and 9mm eyepiece, a finderscope, a star diagonal, and a free download Starry Night Special Edition softwareSpecifications:Optical Tube Info: - Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain- Aperture: 150mm (6´´)- Focal Length: 1500mm (59´´)- Focal Ratio: f/10- Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm (.78´´)- Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 75x- Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 9mm (.35´´)- Magnification of Eyepiece 2: 167x- Finderscope: StarPointer™ red dot finderscope- Star Diagonal: 1.25´´ Star Diagonal- Optical Tube: Aluminum- Highest Useful Magnification: 354x- Lowest Useful Magnification: 21x- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.4- Resolution (Rayleigh): .93 arc seconds- Resolution (Dawes): 0.77 arc seconds- Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 459x- Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 55.88mm (2.2´´)- Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 37%- Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 14%- Optical Coatings: StarBright XLT- Optical Tube Length: 406.4mm (16´´)- Optical Tube Diameter: 181mm (7.1´´)- Optical Tube Weight: 8 lbs (3.6 kg)- Dovetail: CG-5 Dovetail barMount Info: - Mount Type: Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm- Instrument load capacity: 8 lbs (3.6 kg)- Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 762mm - 1270mm (30´´ - 50´´)- Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25´´) Stainless steel- Mount Head Weight: 5 lbs (2.3 kg)- Accessory Tray: Yes- Tripod Weight: 5 lbs (2.3 kg)- Slew Speeds: 9 slew speeds - max speed 3°/second- Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar- Tracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South- Dovetail Compatibility: CG-5 saddle plate- Number of Auxiliary Ports: 1x AUX Port and 1x hand control port (hand control can use either port)- USB Port: Yes, input on hand control- Motor Drive: DC Servo Motor- Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align,