Celestron NexStar 8 SE (480 x 203mm) Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

Shop for Telescopes from Telescopes.com! 8 inches of light-gathering aperture doesn't get more portable than this! An 8 inch telescope is the right amount of aperture for viewing just about anything in the night sky. The Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope sets up and breaks down quickly (check out the video) and is great for taking to dark sky locations. The largest of the NexStar SE family with 78% more light gathering than a 6-inch model the Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope will enable you to see deep into the universe. The distinctive patented fork arm with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives solid support to Celestron s classic 8-inch optics. The Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope features Schmidt- Cassegrain 8-inch aperture optics with Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings and a powerful 2 032mm focal length and f/10 focal ratio. The Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope has all the same features as Celestron s most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes including the revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology a sky tour feature a database of over 40 000 celestial objects and easy to use hand control. The universe may be full of mysteries but using the NexStar 8 SE isn t one of them. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky a Celestron NexStar SE telescope will help you take a closer look. Every Celestron NexStar SE telescope includes a version of The Sky software Level 1 Planetarium Software for exploring the Universe on your PC and printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition you receive the Celestron NexRemote software that allows you to operate your telescope via your PC. Software package valued at over $100 included free with your NexStar SE Telescope! General Features for the Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope 8-inch Schmidt- Cassegrain telescope SE combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard Quick-release fork arm mount optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setup Celestron's unique patented single fork arm with integral hand control design provides a rigid and smooth operating structure for the optical tube Sturdy computerized altazimuth mount Ultra-sturdy steel tripod with accessory tray Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky Computerized Auto-Locating GoTo Technology Proven NexStar computer control technology 40 000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects making for a fast and easy alignment process Flash-upgradable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double triple and quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and asterisms DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography Double line 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer Using the Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope The NexStar 8SE is powered in the field by 8 AA batteries. How long the batteries last is highly variable. The more objects you have the telescopes slew to and the longer your observing sessions are will vary how long the batteries last. Selecting Eyepieces for the Celestron 8SE Telescope The NexStar 8SE Telescope includes a 25mm (81x the naked eye) eyepiece. This eyepiece is great to get you started with your new telescope but to complete the viewing experience you will

Celestron NexStar 8SE GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

There's more to the Celestron NexStar 8SE GoTo Schmidt- Cassegrain Computerized Telescope than looks. This modern classic comes with Celestron's legendary optics, innovative design, and computerized control. Hand-figured optics provide tremendous light grasp in a compact design ideal for deep-space and planetary viewing and astrophotography. StarBright XLT coatings ensure high-fidelity light transmission for sharp, high-contrast images. The unique one-arm mount has an integrated hand controller. Full GoTo object location puts 40,000 objects at your fingertips. SkyAlign technology makes alignment of the telescope a snap. And with its 8 aperture and 2,032mm focal length (f/10), the 8SE delivers serious performance. Included are a 1.25 visual back, 1.25 mirror diagonal, 25mm Plossl eyepiece, Star Pointer red-dot finder scope, metal tripod, and NexRemote software that allows operation of the telescope via PC.

Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

Shop for Telescopes from Telescopes.com! 8 inches of light-gathering aperture doesn't get more portable than this! An 8 inch telescope is the right amount of aperture for viewing just about anything in the night sky. The Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope sets up and breaks down quickly (check out the video) and is great for taking to dark sky locations. The largest of the NexStar SE family with 78% more light gathering than a 6-inch model the Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope will enable you to see deep into the universe. The distinctive patented fork arm with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives solid support to Celestron s classic 8-inch optics. The Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope features Schmidt- Cassegrain 8-inch aperture optics with Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings and a powerful 2 032mm focal length and f/10 focal ratio. The Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope has all the same features as Celestron s most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes including the revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology a sky tour feature a database of over 40 000 celestial objects and easy to use hand control. The universe may be full of mysteries but using the NexStar 8 SE isn t one of them. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky a Celestron NexStar SE telescope will help you take a closer look. Every Celestron NexStar SE telescope includes a version of The Sky software Level 1 Planetarium Software for exploring the Universe on your PC and printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition you receive the Celestron NexRemote software that allows you to operate your telescope via your PC. Software package valued at over $100 included free with your NexStar SE Telescope! General Features for the Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope 8-inch Schmidt- Cassegrain telescope SE combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard Quick-release fork arm mount optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setup Celestron's unique patented single fork arm with integral hand control design provides a rigid and smooth operating structure for the optical tube Sturdy computerized altazimuth mount Ultra-sturdy steel tripod with accessory tray Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky Computerized Auto-Locating GoTo Technology Proven NexStar computer control technology 40 000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects making for a fast and easy alignment process Flash-upgradable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double triple and quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and asterisms DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography Double line 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer Using the Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope The NexStar 8SE is powered in the field by 8 AA batteries. How long the batteries last is highly variable. The more objects you have the telescopes slew to and the longer your observing sessions are will vary how long the batteries last. Selecting Eyepieces for the Celestron 8SE Telescope The NexStar 8SE Telescope includes a 25mm (81x the naked eye) eyepiece. This eyepiece is great to get you started with your new telescope but to complete the viewing experience you will