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WHCT - Accessory Kit: 10mm Eyepiece - 8mm Eyepiece
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Celestron - NexImage Solar System Imager
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The largest of the NexStar SE family with 78% more light gathering than a 6" model, the NexStar 8 SE will enable you to see deep into the Universe. The distinctive patented fork arm with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives solid support to Celestron's classic 8" optics. The NexStar 8 SE features Schmidt-Cassegrain 8" aperture optics with our premium StarBright XLT coatings and a powerful 2,032mm focal length and f/10 focal ratio.
The NexStar 8 SE has all the same features as Celestron's most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes, including our revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology, a sky tour feature, a database of over 40,000 celestial objects and easy to use hand control.
Plug the optional CN-16 GPS Accessory into NexStar's auxiliary port and download data from orbiting GPS satellites for truly quick and easy alignments. The universe may be full of mysteries, but using the NexStar 8 SE isn't one of them.
In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the new NexStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control, our superior StarBright XLT coatings, our revolutionary SkyAlign�® telescope alignment software and much more.
Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NexStar SE will help you take a closer look.
Every NexStar SE includes a version of The Sky�® software Level 1 Planetarium software for exploring the Universe on your PC and printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition, you receive our NexRemote software that allows you to operate your telescope via your PC. Software package valued at over $100 included free with your NexStar SE!
Additional Information
| Model | 11069 |
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| Weight | 80.0000 |
| Alignment Procedures | SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align |
| Angular Field of View | 0.63 ° |
| Aperture | 203.2 mm (8 in) |
| CD ROM | NexRemote V1.6.14 and "The Sky®" Level 1 |
| Communication Ports | RS-232 communication port on hand control, Autoguider port, Aux port |
| Computer Hand Control | Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons |
| Database | 40,000 objects, 200 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects |
| Dovetail Compatibility | Quick Release Tube Clamp |
| Eyepiece 1 | 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Finderscope | StarPointer |
| Focal Length | 2032 mm (80 in) |
| Focal Ratio | 10 |
| Magnification 1 | 81 x |
| Mount | Single Fork Arm Altazimuth |
| Optical Tube | Aluminum |
| Optical Tube Length | 17 in (431.8 mm) |
| Power Supply | 8-AA batteries (not included) |
| Resolution (Dawes) | 0.57 arcsec |
| Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.69 arcsec |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 2.5 in (63.5 mm) |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 9.8 % |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 31.3 % |
| Software Precision | 24 bit, 0.08 arcsec calculations |
| Star Diagonal | 1.25" |
| Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South |
| Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Tripod | Steel (sku 93593) |
| Special Message | With this purchase you will get a gift from Woodland Hills at no charge a $139.00 value of Vixen - Plossl Eyepiece Kit - Includes 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm and 20mm eyepieces. |
