Schmidt-Cassegrain SC 150/1500 StarSense Explorer DX 6 AZ 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.

Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain Optics:

In spite of the great focal length of Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, these telescopes have a Very short tube design , resulting in a compact and extremely light or, which can be transported easily . The light falls on an aspherical Schmidt corrector plate and is then projected onto the spherical main mirror. This reflects it in a secondary mirror, which in turn returns it to the main mirror. The light beam passes through the hole in the main mirror in the center. In this way, the light is projected towards the focuser located at the lower end of the tube. So the system is closed and does not suffer from air turbulence that could deteriorate the image. Of course, this also means optimal protection against dust. The Schmidt plate is multi-coated ensuring bright, low-reflection images.

This optic offers a very good image and the contrast and sharpness are great to enjoy planetary observation. The Schmidt-Cassegrain system is an all-rounder for observation and photography , and includes a huge range of optional accessories. As seen from the lower end of the tube It is easy to orient the telescope . This instrument is also ideal for occasional terrestrial applications, such as bird watching at short distances. Celestron SC optics are designed for a diameter ratio of approximately 1:10, so they can also be used for astronomical photography .

He main mirror focus It guarantees a very wide focusing range, allowing you to use almost any accessory. In the positioning mechanism to focus the main mirror, two are used. preloaded ball bearings to minimize mirror shift (a typical problem when using simple bushings). The use of High-quality materials , such as CNC machined aluminum, cast steel and stainless steel components, ensure high stability with low weight; That is why a very heavy mount is not necessary, unlike other telescope designs.

Optics Features:

• large focal length with a short structure
• lightweight aluminum tube
• High quality Starbright XLT multi-coating
• system closed
• Preloaded ball bearings focus the main mirror with minimal displacement.

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

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