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About the Celestron C6-RGT Advanced Computer Telescope - 6" Refractor w/GoTo Mount...

An excellent choice for the serious astronomer, the C6-R is the largest telescope in its class with over 6 times the light gathering ability of a 60 mm. This deluxe quality 1200 mm focal length, f/8 German Equatorial mounted achromatic refractor is an incredible value and offers outstanding light gathering ability and stability. The Celestron C6-RGT Refractor Telescope features premium accessories such as a heavy duty CG-5 German Equatorial mount, 9x50 finderscope with bi-directional alignment screws and a spring loaded pivot support, 20 mm Plossl 1-1/4" eyepiece, 2" focuser, 2x Barlow with photo adapter, accessory tray and much more.

Mounted on the Advanced GT Series computerized mount, the Celestron C6-RGT Advanced Computer Telescope - 6" Refractor w/GoTo Mount has some high performance software and hardware features. Operated by proven NexStar computer control technology, the telescope has a 40,000+ object database with 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects. 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 stars; solar system objects and asterisms.

Using the RS-232 communication port on the hand control, you can control the Celestron C6-RGT via a personal computer and the new flash upgradeable hand controls allow you to update your telescope'''s operating software via the Internet. An Autoguider port is also included for astrophotography.

The Celestron CG-5 German Equatorial Mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth stability. The key element that makes this system the most stable in its class is the new heavy-duty tripod with larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent damping characteristics for more stable views. The CG-5 also has a convenient latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar finder scope for the ultimate in precision alignments.

Celestron C6-RGT Advanced Computer Telescope - 6" Refractor w/GoTo Mount Features...

High quality 6" refractor
Heavy Duty (CG-5GT) computerized German Equatorial mount
9x50 finderscope with bi-directional alignment screws and a spring loaded pivot support
2" focuser allows for use with 2" or 1.25" eyepieces
Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky
Ultra sturdy 2" diameter steel tripod with accessory tray
"The SkyX - First Light Edition" astronomy software with a
10,000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images
Proven NexStar computer control technology
40,000 object database with over 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
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 stars; solar system objects and asterisms
DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
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
Compatible with optional NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer
RS-232 communication port on hand control to control the telescope via a personal computer
GPS-compatible with optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969)

Celestron C6-RGT Advanced Computer Telescope - 6" Refractor w/GoTo Mount Specifications...

Optical Design: Refractor
Aperture (mm): 150 mm (5.91 in)
Focal Length (mm): 1200 mm (47 in)
Focal Ratio: f/8
Eyepiece 1 (mm): 20 mm (0.79 in)
Magnification 1: 60 x
Finderscope: 9x50
Star Diagonal: 1.25
Mount: CG-5 Equatorial
Accessory Tray: Yes
Tripod: 2 inch Stainless Steel
Power Supply: Car Battery Adapter
Highest Useful Magnification: 354 x
Lowest Useful Magnification: 21 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.4
Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.93 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): 0.77 arc seconds
Photographic Resolution: 227 line/mm
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 459 x
Angular Field of View (deg): 0.83
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds): 44 ft (13 m)
Optical Coatings: Multi-Coated
Optical Tube Length: 50.5 in (1283 mm)
Telescope Weight: 68 lbs (31 kg)
Counterweights: 2-11 lbs
Motor Drive: DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes
Slew Speeds: 3deg/sec
Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes: EQ North and EQ South
Alignment Procedures: AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align
Software Precision: 24 bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation
Motor Ports: Aux Port, Autoguide Ports
Communication Ports: RS-232 communication port on hand control
Computer Hand Control: Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
Database: 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects
Celestron Product Number: 21020