Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Telescope

With the telescopes of the series StarSense Explorer , anyone can easily find the best observing objects in the sky - no need for star maps!

All you have to do is install the free StarSense Explorer app on your phone and place it on the special telescope holder.

After a short procedure, the software will have learned where the telescope is and how it is positioned. To do this, the application uses the GPS of the telephone. The app then displays a list of interesting objects that can be seen that night. When an object is selected, the arrows on the phone screen show how the telescope should be rotated to align it with the celestial object. Alternatively, you can also scroll freely through the planetarium view to identify objects of interest.

No internet connection required during observation or communicate with the telescope via WLAN or Bluetooth. The phone recognizes the view of the sky through the built-in camera and the mount's special mirror system. The app tells you what the camera sees and how to move the telescope to fixate on a desired object (PushTo).

The StarSense Explorer software uses a special algorithm (LISA), which is also used in space satellites for orientation. The star patterns recorded by the camera are compared to the internal database. These calculations are combined with information from the phone's gyroscope and accelerometer. The result is very high precision that no other planetarium application can match. This way you can move safely during the night even without prior knowledge.

StarSense Explorer technology also works precisely where star maps fail: in the Suburban sky with light pollution . Even here, the StarSense Explorer safely guides you to planets, double stars, the Orion Nebula or other fascinating objects.

StarSense Explorer can be used with Android and iOS operating systems . The exact requirements and a list of already tested phones can be found at this link: starsenseexplorer.simcur.com

The telescope can also be used without a telephone, as a finderscope is included in the scope of delivery.

The N 114/1000 optical system:

This telescope construction classical newtonian and very compact, it has an opening of 114 mm. Therefore, it is a ideal telescope for beginners, very easy to transport, simple to use and to use without prior special knowledge. With this telescope you can discover the rings of Saturn or the belts and satellites of Jupiter that look like their own small solar system. But also clear nebulae and H II regions, such as the Orion Nebula, reveal their secrets. Start your journey of discovery!

This azimuthal mount It allows you to move the telescope and align it towards the desired celestial object in a very intuitive way.

Specifications

Optical system

• Type: Reflector
• Construction type: Newton
• Aperture (mm): 114
• Focal length (mm): 1000
• Aperture ratio (f/): 8.8
• Resolution capacity: 1.21
• Limit value (mag): 12.1
• Light collecting capacity: 270
• Maximum useful magnification: 228
• Tube weight (kg): 3
• Tube diameter (mm): 147
• Tube length (mm): 607
• Tube material: Steel
• Bonus: Starbright XLT
• Tube Construction: Full Tube

Reflector

• Main mirror design: parabolic
• secondary mirror design: plan
• Secondary mirror diameter (mm): 41
• Secondary mirror obstruction: 38
• aluminized: Aluminum
• protective layer: Quartz
• Primary mirror vent: no
• Adjustable: yes

Telescopic eyepiece tube

• Construction Type: Toothed Bar
• Connection (eyepiece side): 1.25

Mount

• Mount type: altazimuth
• Engines: no
• GoTo: PushTo
• Construction type: one arm

GoTo

• GPS: yes
• with remote: no
• Alignment Process: StarSense Explorer

Tripod

• Type: Tripod
• Tripod legs diameter (mm): 32
• Accessory plate: yes
• Weight (kg): 1.72
• Material: Aluminum

Accessories included

• 1.25" eyepieces: 25mm, 10mm
• Barlow lens: 2x
• Viewing telescope: Bright spot viewfinder
• Carrying bag: no

In general

• Series: StarSense Explorer
• Total weight (kg): 4.7

Applications

• Astrophotography: not recommended
• Moon and planets: yes
• Nature observation: no
• Nebulae and galaxies: yes
• Sun: no (only with appropriate sunscreen)

Recommended for

• Beginners: yes
• Advanced: no
• Observatories: no