{"product_id":"nexstar-127-slt-127mm-maksutov-cassegrain-computerized-telescope-22097","title":"Celestron NexStar 127 SLT - 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - 22097","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Celestron NexStar 127 SLT - 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be an affordable entry level to mid-level computerized GoTo \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e, the Celestron NexStar Star Locating Telescope (SLT) refractors and reflectors are available in the most popular sizes and are loaded with valuable design features. With pre-assembled, adjustable stainless steel tripods, and quick release fork arms and tubes, \u003cb\u003eCelestron NexStar SLT\u003c\/b\u003e telescopes can be set up in a matter of minutes with no tools required! You can see details of the lunar surface, Venus and its phases, Mars resolved as an orange disc, Jupiter and its four moons, Saturn with its rings plainly visible and much more! Most NexStar SLT \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e can also be used as a land-based spotting telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by 8 AA user supplied batteries or an optional \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/accessDetails.cfm?productID=904\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron AC Adapter (#18778)\u003c\/a\u003e these Celestron NexStar GoTo'''s love to travel. The internal battery compartment provides power to the high precision servo motors for rigid low-vibration performance while eliminating cord wrap issues associated with external battery packs. With the \u003cb\u003eCelestron 127 SLT Computer Telescope\u003c\/b\u003e'''s ergonomically-designed hand control, the user is free to remove the hand control from its holder for remote use or leave it cradled for hands-free operation. With a touch of a button you can select the object catalog, change the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e slew speed, view fascinating information about an object, or simply know if a desired object is visible in the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the \u003cb\u003eCelestron Next Star 127 SLT\u003c\/b\u003e is a quality 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with an aperture of 127 mm (5 in). With a long focal ratio of f\/11.81 and focal length of 1500 mm (59.06 in), this \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e also features multi-coated, high quality Celestron optics and makes use of a rack and pinion style focuser. The whole system, including the drive and computer units is easy to transport and easy to use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron'''s most affordable NexStar telescope turns starry nights into space odysseys. They come with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects. With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the \u003cb\u003eCelestron NexStar 127 SLT\u003c\/b\u003e can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. The new \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze. With the NexStar 127''s you can see breathtaking views of the lunar landscape, Venus and its phases, Mars resolved as an orange disc, Jupiter and its 4 moons, Saturn resolved as a disc, with its rings plainly visible at medium and high magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Celestron'''s Revolutionary SkyAlign technology, aligning your \u003cb\u003eCelestron 127 SLT\u003c\/b\u003e is easier and faster than ever. Simply input the date, time and your location (the CPC models have built-in GPS that does this for you) and then align the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/khanscope.com\/newEquipList.cfm?catID=1\u0026amp;subCatID=1\u0026amp;manID=2\" target=\"blank\"\u003eCelestron Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e to three bright stars of your choosing. You do not need to know the names of the stars -- you could even pick the moon or bright planets! The NexStar Computer system will automatically figure out which stars were chosen and then align the telescope. There is no need to point the telescope North or to level the optical tube - the initial position of the telescope is irrelevant. This makes for a fast and very easy method for aligning the telescope.\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 NexStar 127 SLT - 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope Features...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality 127mm Mak-Cas\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully computerized Altazimuth mount\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for quick no tool set up\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray included\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for terrestrial and celestial observing\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The SkyX - First Light Edition\" astronomy software with a 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven NexStar computer control technology\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDatabase allows telescope to locate over 4,000 celestial objects\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary port for additional accessories such as GPS accessory\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes NSOL telescope control software for basic control of your telescope via computer (with optional RS-232 cable)\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with optional NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCelestron NexStar NexStar 127 SLT - 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope Specifications...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAperture (mm): 127 mm (5 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length (mm): 1500 mm (59 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEyepiece 1 (mm): 25 mm (0.98 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnification 1: 60 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEyepiece 2 (mm): 9 mm (0.35 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnification 2: 167 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinderscope: StarPointer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Diagonal: 1.25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount: Motorized Altazimuth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessory Tray: No Tool, Quick release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod: Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight (lbs): 18 lbs (8.16 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighest Useful Magnification: 300 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowest Useful Magnification: 18 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude: 13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResolution (Rayleigh): 1.1 arc seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResolution (Dawes): 0.91 arc seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 329 x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngular Field of View (deg): .83\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinear Field of View (@1000 yds): 44 ft (13 m)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Coatings: Fully-Coated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlew Speeds: Nine slew speeds: 3deg\/sec, 2deg\/sec, 1deg\/sec, 64x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 2x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComputer Hand Control: Fully Computerized \/ Flash Upgradeable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDatabase: 4,000 Object Database\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGPS: Optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron Product Number: 22097\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"320\" height=\"180\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tdDfXtPQ8i0?feature=player_embedded\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10554884673,"sku":"CEL-22097","price":670.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/2766\/products\/2509-1-thumb.gif?v=1776459134","url":"https:\/\/khanscope.com\/en-fr\/products\/nexstar-127-slt-127mm-maksutov-cassegrain-computerized-telescope-22097","provider":"Khan Scope Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}