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Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ Refractor Telescope
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With the new to the world patentent-pending StarSense Explorer technology, getting your foot into astronomy has never been easier! The Celestron StarSense Explorer 102mm Refractor Telescope is a portable, multipurpose-purpose telescope that will get you oohing and aah-ing in minutes!Shipping Calculator
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No telescope or astronomy knowledge required. The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ Refractor Telescope features revolutionary StarSense Explorer technology which utilises your smartphone's GPS and camera technology to determine celestial positions relative to you. It's super simple - set up your telescope, load the StarSense Explorer app, select the object you want to find, follow the arrows using your telescope and center it in the viewfinder! The new Celestron StarSense Explorer App is available for download from Google Play Store or Apple Store and compatible with most smartphone devices (Android 7.1.2 and higher, and iPhone 6 and newer). |
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With a simple user-friendly design, this innovative technology cuts all the frustrations of manually learning the skies, scouring through star maps, and spending $100s on computerised technology. This is a true beginners telescope for hassle-free viewing. This special design operates similar to facial recognition technology, instead looking for similiarities and patterns in star clusters or 'star mapping'. In a nut shell, it's brilliant, easy to use and ahead of its time!
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ Refractor Telescope is a 102mm refractor telescope suitable for landviewing during the day and exploring the skies at night. With 102mm aperture and fully XLT coated glass optics, this telescope will deliver clear views of the Moon and planets (depending on weather conditions).
What's In The Box
- 102mm refractor optical tube
- Unique StarSense smartphone holder
- Erect image diagonal (90 degrees)
- Two eyepieces: 25mm and 10mm
- StarPointer red dot finder
- Altazimuth mount with slow motion controls
- Accessory tray
Technical Specifications
| Aperture | 102mm |
| Focal Length | 660mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/6.5 |
| Finderscope | StarPointer red dot finderscope |
| Optical Tube | Aluminium |
| Highest Useful Magnification | 240x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification | 15x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12.5 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.37 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes) | 1.14 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 212x |
| Optical Tube Length | 812.8mm (32") |
| Optical Tube Diameter | 118mm (4.64") |
| Optical Tube Weight | 2.26kg |
| Mount Type | Alt-Azimuth |
| Tripod Dimensions | 1244.6mm max height) |
| Total Kit Weight | 4.17kg |
About Celestron
Celestron 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.
Product Code: CLS-22460
| Eyepiece 1 | 25mm |
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| Eyepiece 2 | 10mm |
| Finderscope Make | StarPointer Red Dot Finder |
| Electronic Hand Control | No |
| Motor Drive | No |
| Focal Ratio | f/6.5 |
| Focal Length | 660mm |
| Mount Type | Alt-azimuth mount |
| Aperture | 102mm |
| Tube Length | 812.8mm |
| Highest Magnification | 240x |
| Warranty Information | 2 Years |