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@media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .mobile-hide { display: none !important; } } @media screen and (min-width: 601px) { .desktop-hide { display: none !important; } }      Celestron's CGX Equatorial 925 brings the best of both worlds if you can't decide between portability and high resolution! With over 9" aperture and Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings, a CGX 925 gives you over 1000 times the light gathering power than the unaided eye. This telescope is especially great for long exposure photography with a CCD camera or other photographic equipment.   CGX Mount and Tripod Features The new CGX was designed to better support your telescope for both visual and astro-imaging pursuits. It is Celestron's new equatorial backbone to support a wide range of telescopes. Sturdier and more rigid with quicker dampening time Increased load capacity to 25kg Improved motors provide more torque, better slewing and tracking under heavy loads Heavy duty belt-drive system minimizes backlash while providing smooth motor operation under heavy loads Spring-loaded brass worm wheel and stainless steel worm gear reduce friction and provide optimum gear mesh Internal cabling for worry-free remote operation. Power input and accessory ports remain stationary while the mount slews to avoid snags Internal hard stops for both axes prevents cable tension and tripod strike Internal optical sensors on both axes for simple and safe remote operation Home sensors allow the mount to always start in the index position regardless of orientation before a power reset Limit sensors automatically shut off slewing or tracking before reaching the hard stop fail safe Brand new control software developed for professional level control operation and imaging Software includes multi-point mount modeling for extremely precise pointing accuracy and many more additional features for remote astroimaging Wider tripod stance for improved stability Adjustable EQ head position to optimize center of gravity over the tripod and fully utilize the increased 3°-65° latitude range Dual-fit CG-5/Vixen and CGE/Losmandy dovetail saddle   Improved Tripod Includes: 2" steel legs with height index marks for quick leveling "Jack of all trays" to hold three 1.25" eyepieces, two 2" eyepieces, your smartphone, or other accessories +20° of additional tracking past the meridian on either side Tripod legs can be collapsed with accessory tray installed for faster setup and transport   Improved Ergonomics: Two handles for easy pickup and transport New ergonomically designed dovetail clamping knobs Innovative and improved polar alignment adjustment system All-new ergonomic adjustment knobs with reduced friction for smooth and easy positioning under full loads  Optional add-on polar axis finderscope   Electronics: NexStar+ hand control with USB port Two AUX accessory ports to support wireless/WiFi alignment and operation with StarSense AutoAlign and SkyPortal WiFi Module accessories (sold separately) USB 2.0 port, used to connect directly to PC with included software Autoguider port PPEC ready Threaded 12VDC power input barrel connector Internal Real Time Clock (keeps time and site information saved   Compatible With     Full Specifications Optical Design Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture  235mm (9.25") Focal Length 2350mm (93") Focal Ratio f/10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 25mm (.98") Magnification of Eyepiece 1 94x Finderscope 6x30 Star Diagonal 1.25"  Optical Tube Aluminium Highest Useful Magnification 555x Lowest Useful Magnification 34x Limiting Stellar Magnitude 14.4 Resolution (Rayleigh) 0.59 arc seconds Resolution (Dawes) 0.49 arc seconds Secondary Mirror Obstruction 85mm (3.35") Optical Coatings StarBright XLT Optical Tube Length 559mm (22") Optical Tube Diameter 271.78mm (10.7") Optical Tube Weight 9.07kg Dovetail CGE Dovetail Bar   Mount Info: Mount Type Computerised Equatorial Instrument Load Capacity 25kg Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod) 1200.15mm - 1968.5mm Tripod Leg Diameter 50.8mm  Latitude adjustment range 3° - 65° Mount Head Weight 20kg Accessory Tray Yes Tripod Weight 8.7kg Weight of Counterweights 2 x 11lbs (5kg) Slew Speeds 9 slew speeds - max speed 4°/second Tracking Rates Sidereal, Solar, and Lunar Tracking Modes EQ North & EQ South GPS N/A Dovetail Compatibility Dual saddle plates (Vixen and CGE saddle) Auxiliary ports 2 Aux ports (Hand Control can use either Aux port) Autoguide port Yes USB Port 1 port (for Mount and Hand Control) Power Requirements 12V DC, 4 amps Motor Drive DC servo motors Alignment Procedures 2-Star Align 1-Star Align Solar System Align Last Alignment Quick Align Periodic Error Correction Yes Computerized Hand Control Double line, 18 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons, USB 2.0 port for PC connection NexStar+ Database 40,000+ objects 100 user defined programmable objects  Enhanced information on over 200 objects Software PWI Telescope Control Software Celestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software SkyPortal App Included Items CGX Equatorial Head CGX Tripod Accessory Tray 2 x 11 lbs (5kg) counterweights  NexStar+ Hand Control 8mm Allen wrench 12V DC Power Cable Hand Control Holster   Recommended Accessories Celestron StarSense AutoAlign AccessoryAutomatically align your telescope in moments! With a StarSense AutoAlign Accessory, you will no longer need to align your telescope by manually inputting data. Celestron StarSense AutoGuiderA new autoguiding tool built for Celestron computerised telescopes. Not only can this be used to align your telescope in just 3 minutes, it improves your scope's tracking accuracy and replaces the need to get a separate guide scope and guide camera to do so.   Celestron NeXYZ Smartphone AdapterWith the Celestron NeXYZ Smartphone Adapter, you can take images or videos through your telescope eyepiece using your smartphone. This is a great way to get started in astrophotography. Celestron 1.25-inch Eyepiece and Filter KitExpand your viewing capabilities with a complete 1.25-inch eyepiece and filter kit! Includes 5 eyepieces, a 2x barlow lens and 7 filters, and a convenient carry case. saxon Optical Lens Cleaning KitKeep your telescope in top shape by protecting it from dust and debris! Celestron StarSense AutoAlign AccessoryAutomatically align your telescope in moments with this accecssory! Celestron StarSense AutoGuiderThis autoguider improves your scope's tracking accuracy and replaces the need to get a separate guide scope and guide camera. It can also be used to align your telescope in just 3 minutes! Celestron NeXYZ Smartphone AdapterTake images or videos through your telescope eyepiece using your smartphone. This is a great way to get started in astrophotography. Celestron 1.25-inch Eyepiece and Filter KitThis complete kit includes 5 eyepieces, a 2x barlow lens and 7 filters, and a convenient carry case. saxon Optical Lens Cleaning KitKeep your telescope in top shape by protecting it from dust and debris!   About Celestron Imagine a humble beginning – a 6-inch reflector telescope crafted by Tom Johnson for his young son. This was the spark that ignited a transformative journey. As time passed, his designs evolved into larger, more sophisticated scopes. Today, Celestron shines as an industry trailblazer, renowned for crafting precision optical equipment. From computerised marvels to traditional telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and more, Celestron's portfolio is a universe of possibilities. With a legacy spanning over 50 illustrious years, Celestron has earned admiration from both avid hobbyists and dedicated astronomers worldwide. But they don't rest on their laurels; innovation propels them forward. They constantly broaden their product horizons while illuminating minds through global science education initiatives. Celestron's story is one of innovation, evolution and a passion for the cosmos. Join them on this extraordinary journey of discovery and inspiration. Product Code: 12051