The C9 1/4-SGT telescope combines the unequaled optical excellence of a Celestron 9 1/4"
Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with our computerized CG-5 German equatorial mount for the ultimate
economical astrophotography system.
The 9 1/4" was specifically designed for visual
infinity focus when using 2" eyepieces and has an optimized baffle system to benefit
astrophotography by minimizing vignetting at the edge of the field of view. Its longer primary
focal length and lower magnification secondary mirror contribute to a flatter field of view at
the focal plane and helps to further reduce optical aberrations.
This C9 1/4 optical
system comes with our standard StarBright® coatings. The optimized baffling system benefits
astrophotography and gives high contrast views of the planets. With 33% more light gathering than
the 8" model, the C9 1/4-S is compatible with the complete line of Celestron photographic and
visual accessories.
Mounted on the Advanced GT Series computerized mount, this
telescope has some high performance software and hardware features. Operated by our proven
NexStar® computer control technology the telescope has a 40,000+ object database with 400
user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects. Custom database lists of all
the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and
quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and asterisms.
Using the RS-232 communication port on the hand control, you can control the telescope
via a personal computer and our new flash upgradeable hand controls allow you to update your
telescope's operationg software via the internet. An autoguider port is also included for
astrophotography.
CG-5 Mount - Precision engineered for stability.
Our new German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth
stability. The key element that makes this system the most stable in its class is the NEW
heavy-duty tripod with larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent damping
characteristics for more stable views. The CG-5 also has a convenient latitude scale for easier
alignment and an optional polar finder scope for the ultimate in precision alignments.
Advance Series Computerized (GOTO) Mounts
CG-5 Computerized — GoTo convenience and GPS compatibility for precision accuracy
We are proud to offer a computerized GoTo version of Celestron’s sturdy CG-5
mount. Couple this solid mount with the included computerized control system to utilize many of
the same functions and features — like the NexStarcomputer control system and an Autoguider port
for long exposure deep sky astrophotography — as Celestron’s most advanced GoTo telescopes.
GoTo models are also upgradeable to GPS with the optional CN16 GPS Accessory (#93966)
allowing your telescope to pinpoint your position on the earth, the date and