{"product_id":"91523cgem-ii-eq-mount","title":"Celestron CGEM II GoTo Equatorial Mount - 91523","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"has-show-more-btn overview\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-show-more-btn overview\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-show-more-btn overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGEM II Equatorial Mount is a solid work-horse for astronomy, whether you enjoy astrophotography, visual astronomy, or both!  Updates to the venerable Celestron CGEM mount include a dual CGE\/CG-5 dovetail saddle so you can mount an optical tube assembly that uses a Vixen-style (CG-5) or Losmandy-style (CGE) dovetail plate.  See below for a list of features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 lb. payload capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-fit Vixen\/CG-5 and Losmandy\/CGE dovetail saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" steel legs with height index marks for quick leveling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 port on hand control for direct links to a PC via ASCOM supported software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40,000 object database with over 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal cabling throughout for worry-free remote operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow cog DC Servo motor with integrated optical encoders offer smooth, quiet operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAble to track past the meridian allowing seamless imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent periodic error corrections allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors once, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware Features include: Mount Calibration, Database Filter Limits, Hibernate, five Alignment Procedures, and user-defined slew limits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in polar alignment program to polar align on any star in the sky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger clutch levers to make tightening and loosening of clutches easier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar System alignment method allows to view the moon and planets during the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent Programmable Periodic Error Correction (PEC) corrects periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Rate 9 feature allows to set maximum slew rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTandem mode allows to star align the mount even when positioned for tandem scope use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS-232 communication port on hand control to control the telescope via a personal computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of telescope via computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision machined 40 mm diameter steel Polar shafts supported by multiple tapered roller bearings and ball bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPS-compatible with optional SkySync GPS Accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cart\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cart-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"left\"\u003eITEM # 91523\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"left\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion_5d84ce3e48384934823d2427c7da6cde\" class=\"drop-down has-show-more-btn\"\u003e\n\u003ca data-invert-accordion=\".drop-down\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003cspan class=\"icon-icon-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fresh update to the venerable CGEM mount, the CGEM II has a contemporary, attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron’s higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11\") securely and vibration free, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 40 lbs. of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eERGONOMIC DESIGN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGEM II was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINNOVATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II series features Celestron’s innovative All-Star Polar alignment procedure.  All-Star allows you to accurately polar align the mount using any star, even ig the celestial pole cannot be seen. Another great feature of the CGEM II sure to please astroimagers, is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePERFORMANCE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM II will track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM II mount has a robust database with over 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects. Celestron's CGEM II mount is the perfect fit between the Advanced VX Series and CGX Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.celestron.com\/browse-shop\/astronomy\/mounts-and-tripods\/cgem-ii-eq-mount#\" class=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26652529345,"sku":"CEL-91523","price":1694.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/2766\/products\/ImageGen_9ef61b68-81db-488d-bc04-ee59e1cbaf8c.jpg?v=1776458979","url":"https:\/\/khanscope.com\/en-fr\/products\/91523cgem-ii-eq-mount","provider":"Khan Scope Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}