Celestron

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Includes these Celestron technologies:      Features: Intuitive menu-driven user interface Nine slew speeds: 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 32x, 0.3°/sec, 1.0°/sec, 2°/sec, 4°/sec Multiple tracking rates: Sidereal, Lunar, and Solar Anti-backlash correction: Train-out intrinsic play in gears for smoother movement and tracking Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC): Improves tracking precision for long-exposure astrophotography and imaging Database:  45,000-object database 100 user-defined objects for customization Filters for creating custom object lists Solar System: All 7 planets plus the Moon, Sun and Pluto Custom lists of all the brightest stars, double stars, variable stars and asterisms Custom lists of all the best galaxies, nebulae and clusters as well as the complete Messier catalog and select NGC objects Functions:  Alignment options: One or two-star, Solar system, Quick and Last Sky Tour: Based on location, date, and time, the system shows the best objects in the sky and automatically slews to them Identify: Center an object and press the button to search the database. It will display the name and angular distances to the nearest matching objects from the telescope's current location Compatible for EQ or Alt-Az mounts Physical Characteristics:  Double line, 16-character LCD window Red backlighting for comfortable viewing without affecting night-adjusted vision Adjustable brightness levels 19 function keys, backlit in red Micro USB port: Connect to a computer, for use with software programs for point-and-click slewing capability and updating firmware via PC What's in the box: Celestron StarSense Hand Controller Coiled Cord About CelestronCelestron was founded by Tom Johnson whose first telescope design was a simple 6-inch reflector, built for his young son. He gradually progressed to making larger scopes in more sophisticated designs. Today, the Celestron company is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing optical equipment including telescopes (computerised and non-computerised), binoculars, spotting scopes and its accompanying accessories. Celestron's legacy spans 50 years, and has grown to enjoy recognition from amateurs to serious astronomers globally. The company seeks to remain innovative by growing its product offerings, while supporting science education around the world.