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The Celestron NexStar Evolution 6 Computerized Telescope is a revolutionary way to explore both terrestrial and celestial wonders. Imagine effortlessly tracking the craters on the Moon or the rings of Saturn from your own backyard. With this innovative telescope, you can achieve stunning views of the Orion Nebula, the Great Red Spot on Jupiter, and countless other celestial objects. Its integrated Wi-Fi allows you to leave traditional hand controls behind, giving you the ability to control the telescope directly from your smartphone or tablet using the SkyPortal app, compatible with both iOS and Android.
Setting up the NexStar Evolution is remarkably easy. Thanks to its user-friendly design, you can be ready to observe in mere minutes. Celestron's proprietary SkyAlign technology simplifies the alignment process, allowing even beginners to start stargazing without hassle. The telescope's adjustable tripod ensures stability and comfort by letting you customize the height to your preference, making it ideal for families or anyone new to astronomy.
With a built-in lithium-iron phosphate battery, the NexStar Evolution can last up to 10 hours on a single charge, allowing for long, uninterrupted stargazing sessions. Plus, it features a USB charge port to keep your other devices powered during your observational adventures. The intelligent power management system will automatically enter a power-saving mode when battery levels are low, ensuring you can enjoy your night sky exploration for as long as possible.
For budding astrophotographers, the NexStar Evolution 6 is a fantastic choice. Its advanced tracking capabilities, powered by high-performance worm gears and improved motors, make it suitable for capturing stunning images of deep-sky objects with your DSLR camera. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, this versatile telescope offers an exceptional experience for everyone.
Optical Tube Info | |
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Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
Aperture | 150mm (6") |
Focal Length | 1500mm (59") |
Focal Ratio | f/10 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 | 40mm (1.57") |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 38x |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 | 13mm (0.51") |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 115x |
Finderscope | Red Dot Finderscope |
Star Diagonal | 1.25" Star Diagonal |
Optical Tube | Aluminum |
Highest Useful Magnification | 354x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 21x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.4 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.93 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.77 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power | 459x (Compared to human eye) |
Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
Mount Info | |
Mount Type | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm |
Instrument Load Capacity | 25 lbs (11 kg) |
Height Adjustment Range | 1193.8mm - 1752.6mm (47" – 69") |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 38.1mm (1.5") Stainless Steel |
Mount Head Weight | 16 lbs (7 kg) |
Accessory Tray | Yes |
Tripod Weight | 12 lbs (5.44 kg) |
Slew Speeds | 9 slew speeds - max speed 4°/second |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South |
USB Port | Yes, Hand Control input and Mount output |
Power Requirements | Internal 9.6V, 4.5Ah lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4) |
Motor Drive | DC servo motors |
Computerized Hand Control | 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display |
NexStar+ Database | Over 40,000 celestial objects |
Software | Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App |
Total Kit Weight | 38 lbs (17.23 kg) |
Included Items | Optical tube, Single Fork Arm Mount and Tripod, Accessory Tray, Built-in Wifi, Integrated Lithium-iron battery, NexStar+ Hand Control, 40mm and 13mm eyepiece, Red dot finderscope, Visual Back, Star Diagonal, 4 plug AC adapter |
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