{"product_id":"cpc-800-gps-xlt-computerized-telescope-11073-xlt","title":"Celestron 8\" CPC Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - 11073-XLT","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Celestron CPC 800 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPC 800 GPS XLT is the most portable of Celestron''s top-of-the-line fork-mounted astronomical telescopes and includes Celestron''s premium StarBright XLT coatings. This \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e is at home as a superb visual instrument or, with optional wedge and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=18\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron CCD Cameras\u003c\/a\u003e, as a serious astrophotographer''s tool. Turn the \u003cb\u003eCelestron CPC 800 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e towards planets and see amazing detail on the surface of Jupiter; Cassini''s Division in the rings of Saturn, and resolve details on the surface of Mars. Even the distant Uranus, Neptune and Pluto are within your reach. Hundreds of deep space objects are also visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough large in aperture, with its conveniently located carrying handles and an instrument weight of only 42 lb., the \u003cb\u003eCelestron CPC 800 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e is portable enough to set up in your backyard or take with you to your favorite dark sky location. The Celestron CPC telescopes, like their acclaimed Advanced Series and premium CGE Series \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e, feature meticulously matched and hand-figured optical systems. In addition, all CPC models are diffraction limited and come standard with StarBright XLT High Performance Optical Coatings. With the introduction of the CPC Series, Celestron has \"gone back to the drawing board\" and re-designed, re-engineered, and re-invented a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e family that provides superior quality, unsurpassed ease of use, and incomparable value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eCelestron CPC 800 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e use an internal GPS receiver that automatically downloads the date and time from orbiting satellites and pinpoints its exact location on Earth. This eliminates the need for you to manually enter the date, time, longitude, and latitude. Once the internal GPS has established the Celestron CPC''s position, aligning the telescope is as easy as 1-2-3! Simply use the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e CPC hand control to manually point (slew) the telescope to three bright celestial objects. You do not need to know the names of the stars you may even pick the moon or bright planets! Celestron''s NexStar software technology will model the night sky to determine the position of every star, planet and celestial object above the horizon. Once your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron CPC Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e is aligned, the remote hand control allows direct access to each of the celestial catalogs in its user-friendly database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eCelestron CPC 800 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e database contains over 40,000 celestial objects including Messier objects and the Caldwell Catalog, as well as NGC Galaxies, nebulae and planets. User-definable filter limits make navigating through this expansive database quicker and easier. Filter Limits let you filter out objects that are outside of your local horizon (ie, if trees or mountains were in the way). The Identify feature tells you what you''re looking at with your Celestron CPC, but it can also be a very fun way to tour around the sky. Just point the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e up somewhere and ask it to identify Messier objects (for instance) and it will show you the 5 nearest Messier objects to your position and let you GOTO them. You can keep doing this for different parts of the sky or for different object types - it is a lot of fun. There is also a \"Solar Sys Align\" feature that lets you align your CPC \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e on the sun or moon for daytime observing -- it is easy to use this feature to see planets or bright stars in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon''t forget... Additional \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/accessList.cfm?catID=3\u0026amp;subcatID=9\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope Eyepieces\u003c\/a\u003e are also available - along with an extensive array of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/accessList.cfm?catID=3\u0026amp;subcatID=15\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCelestron CPC 800 XLT GPS Telescope Features...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Celestron CPC800 telescope is an 8\" diffraction-limited\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain telescope with Celestron''s premium StarBright XLT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecoatings on a fully computerized dual fork arm altazimuth mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven NexStar computer control technology includes 40,000\n\u003cp\u003eobject database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003einformation on over 200 objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky\n\u003cp\u003eobjects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003easterisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-designed drive base and drive mechanics - Quiet\n\u003cp\u003eoperation; large drive gears, quick release clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly designed heavy-duty tripod makes attaching the\n\u003cp\u003etelescope so easy you can do it in the dark; also features sturdy 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esteel legs and accessory tray\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial\n\u003cp\u003eobjects, making for a fast and easy alignment process and 9X50 optical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003efinderscope is also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlash upgradeable hand control software and motor control\n\u003cp\u003eunits for downloading product updates over the Internet including the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003elatest firmware for All-Star polar alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic design - Comfortably lift and move the telescope\n\u003cp\u003efrom location to location and included star diagonal provides more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecomfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent PEC and convenient remote hand control holder\n\u003cp\u003ethat allows you to view information hands-free while using the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary port for additional accessories such as\n\u003cp\u003eAutoguider and NexRemote telescope control software with rs-232 cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eincluded for advanced control of your telescope via computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCelestron CPC 800 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope Specifications...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAperture (mm): 203.2 mm (8 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length (mm): 2032 mm (80 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEyepiece 1 (mm): 40 mm (1.57 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnification 1: 51 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinderscope: 8x50 Finderscope with quick release bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Diagonal: 1.25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount: Dual Fork Arm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessory Tray: Leg Brace \/ Eyepiece holder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod: Heavy Duty Steel Adjustable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Supply: Car battery adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighest Useful Magnification: 480 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowest Useful Magnification: 29 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude: 14\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResolution (Rayleigh): 0.69 arc seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResolution (Dawes): 0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographic Resolution: 200 line\/mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 843 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngular Field of View (deg): 0.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinear Field of View (@1000 yds): 42 ft (13 m)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction: 2.5 in (64 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 31 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 9.77 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Coatings: Starbright XLT Coating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTelescope Weight: 42 lbs (19 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod and Mount Weight: 27 lbs (12 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotor Drive: DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotor Resolution: 0.1406\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Modes: Altazimuth, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto Two-Star Alignment, Two-star Align, SolarSystem Align, EQ North Align, EQ South Align, One-Star Align\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Precision: 24 bit, 0.08 calculations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriodic Error Correction: Permanently Programmable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFork Arm: Dual fork arm, cast Aluminum with detachable HC cradle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGear: 5.625 hard anodized gear in both axes, 180 tooth, brass worm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearings: 9.8 azimuth bearing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotor Ports: Aux Port, Autoguide Ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunication Ports: RS-232 communication port on hand control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComputer Hand Control: Flash upgradeable, double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDatabase: 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. 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