{"product_id":"telescopio-explore-scientific-ed102-cf-apo-iexos-100-pmc-eight-goto","title":"EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC ED102 CF-APO iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight GoTo Telescope","description":"Este set, consisting of an excellent \u003cb\u003e102mm ED apochromat\u003c\/b\u003e and the modern \u003cb\u003eiEXOS-100 PMC-Eight GoTo mount\u003c\/b\u003e, provides premium celestial observations and high-level astrophotography. The telescope, with a \u003cb\u003ePolystrehl ratio of 0.97\u003c\/b\u003e, offers impressive color purity, excellent contrast, and sharp images. In addition, the optical equipment stands out for its \u003cb\u003elightweight and compact design\u003c\/b\u003e and its \u003cb\u003eversatile possibilities of use\u003c\/b\u003e. The iEXOS-100 mount, with its \u003cb\u003eWi-Fi GoTo system\u003c\/b\u003e and precise \u003cb\u003ePMC-Eight tracking\u003c\/b\u003e, ensures accurate aiming and easy control via the app. Also included are an \u003cb\u003eilluminated 8x50 right-image finder\u003c\/b\u003e and an \u003cb\u003eargon-filled 62° LER eyepiece with a 26mm focal length\u003c\/b\u003e. The perfect equipment for demanding amateur astronomers and astrophotographers!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eThe Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e102mm triplet apochromat with carbon fiber tube and 2.5'' HEXAFOC precision focuser\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eApochromats are unsurpassed in small to medium apertures\u003c\/b\u003e: the combination of portability, extremely high image contrast and sharpness with the excellent possibilities these instruments offer for astrophotography is unmatched. Advances in glass manufacturing have made high-quality apochromats accessible to a wider audience in recent years. With the new \u003cb\u003eExplore Scientific FCD-100 CF Hex\u003c\/b\u003e, this development has reached a new level: the color purity of this device sets new standards in this price range. The optical design achieves a Polystrehl ratio of 0.97, a value that guarantees the highest quality correction. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This versatile apochromat allows for \u003cb\u003equick observations\u003c\/b\u003e thanks to its \u003cb\u003ef\/7 focal ratio\u003c\/b\u003e and its \u003cb\u003ehigh image sharpness and excellent contrast\u003c\/b\u003e. Whether for wide-field observations, such as the North America Nebula or the Andromeda galaxy, or for sharp planetary observations, this equipment does it all. Lightweight and compact, the dew shield is retractable to save space. Modern glass and meticulous manufacturing make this telescope a pleasure to use at an observational level. Perfect for travel, quick observations, or astrophotography. The \u003cb\u003e2.5\" HEXAFOC focuser with 1:10 reduction\u003c\/b\u003e allows for precise focusing, and its large 65mm clear aperture prevents vignetting when using larger camera sensors. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eThe Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The iEXOS-100 is a high-quality astronomical mount with \u003cb\u003eWi-Fi GoTo function\u003c\/b\u003e and the revolutionary \u003cb\u003eEXPLORE SCIENTIFIC PMC-Eight™\u003c\/b\u003e tracking system. It facilitates celestial navigation, object location, and precise tracking. Control is via the free \u003cb\u003eExploreStars\u003c\/b\u003e app, available for Windows, Android, and iOS, allowing you to operate comfortably with your laptop or tablet. In addition, EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC's \u003cb\u003efree ASCOM POTH client\u003c\/b\u003e is available for download, allowing you to work with virtually any astronomy software compatible with the ASCOM standard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003ePrecise tracking and intuitive control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The \u003cb\u003eGerman equatorial\u003c\/b\u003e design of the iEXOS-100 allows for \u003cb\u003eprecise tracking\u003c\/b\u003e, enabling observers to keep an object centered in the eyepiece for extended periods. This helps astrophotographers overcome typical long-exposure challenges such as \u003cb\u003efield rotation or star trails\u003c\/b\u003e. The unique strength of the PMC-Eight™ system lies in its eight independently operating CPUs, offering \u003cb\u003eexcellent responsiveness, efficiency, and extremely precise tracking\u003c\/b\u003e to compensate for the Earth's rotation. The \u003cb\u003eintuitive ExploreStars app interface\u003c\/b\u003e makes it easy to align the telescope and navigate the night sky, providing interesting information about tens of thousands of celestial objects, regularly updated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile equipment for universal use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Other highlights of the mount include \u003cb\u003eeasy-to-use axis clamps\u003c\/b\u003e, a \u003cb\u003estepless fine polar height adjustment\u003c\/b\u003e, and a \u003cb\u003epolar alignment tunnel\u003c\/b\u003e for quick alignment with the North Star. A \u003cb\u003ebuilt-in bubble level\u003c\/b\u003e helps level the tripod. \u003cb\u003eVarious fluorescent elements\u003c\/b\u003e on parts of the mount and tripod facilitate orientation in the dark. 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