Celestron 9.25" CPC EdgeHD Deluxe Computerized Telescope - 11008

Celestron's 9.25 optical system has enjoyed a loyal following since it was first introduced it with the Ultima 9.25 in 1995. Now the 9.25 Celestron Telescope optical tube is even better with the addition of EdgeHD optics. The 9.25 is a favorite among astro imagers and discerning visual observers with it offering 33% more light gathering than an 8" model. The Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD Computerized Telescope is specifically designed for astro imaging and optimized to reduce aberration across a wide field of view. This feature packed Celestron Telescope comes standard with Celestron''s renowned StarBright XLT multi-coatings and is compatible with a complete line of Celestron photographic and visual Celestron Telescope Accessories .

New Optical Design: The EdgeHD optical system combines all the compact power popularized by the SCT Celestron Telescope with an improved high definition optical system for wide field, astrograph quality images. As a visual instrument, EdgeHD optics deliver pinpoint images even with your widest field Celestron Telescope Eyepiece. You can search for all of the Messier Catalog objects, and see hundreds of other NGC, IC and Caldwell objects with amazing clarity. For astro imaging, EdgeHD optics produce aberration-free images across your favorite CCD or DSLR camera. All EdgeHD optics are designed to produce an extremely flat focal plane precise enough to match the strict tolerances of the largest commercial CCD detectors, allowing stars to be in tight focus to the very edge of the chip. EdgeHD optics not only produce diffraction limited stars on axis, but maintain diffraction limited stars across the entire field of view of many of the most popular astro imaging cameras. Even at the very edge of a full frame (42 mm) camera chip, the CPC Deluxe 925 HD Celestron Telescope delivers diffraction limited stars of only 1 arc second.

Astrophotography: Longer focal length primary, and lower magnification secondary, creates a focal plane nine times flatter than a traditional Schmidt-Cassegrain with less coma and off-axis astigmatism. The nternal baffle design is optimized for astrophotography. Minimizes vignetting at the edge of the field of view. This reduces light drop off at the corners of your image plane.

Celestron Telescope Internal GPS: The CPC Series internal GPS receiver 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.

Celestron Revolutionary SkyAlign: Once the internal GPS has established the telescope''s position, aligning the telescope is as easy as 1-2-3! Simply locate and use your hand control to manually point (slew) the Celestron Telescope to three bright celestial objects. You do not need to know the names of the stars and you may even pick the Moon or bright planets! Celestron NexStar software technology will model the night sky to determine the position of every star, planet and celestial object above the horizon. Once aligned, the remote hand control allows direct access to each of the celestial catalogs in its user-friendly database.

Celestial Object Database: The CPC Deluxe HD Celestron Telescope database contains over 40,000 celestial objects including Messier objects, 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). There is also "Solar System Align" that lets you align on the Sun or Moon for daytime observing it is easy to use this to see planets or bright stars in the day.

Luminos Eyepiece: The CPC Deluxe 925 HD comes with Celestron''s top of the line, wide field eyepiece. With a 23 mm focal length and 82 degree AFOV, you get an incredible combination of power and wide field of view. Plus each Luminos Celestron Telescope Eyepiece is optimized to deliver pin point images when used with a flat field telescope.

Don'''t forget... Additional Celestron Telescope Eyepieces are also available - along with an extensive array of Celestron Telescope Accessories, too!

• EdgeHD Optics

   

• Celestron''s premium StarBright XLT coatings

   

• Fully computerized dual fork arm Altazimuth mount

   

• 50 mm finderscope to help accurately find objects

   

• Heavy-duty tripod makes attaching the telescope so easy you can do it in the dark; also features sturdy 2" stainless steel legs and accessory tray

   

• 23 mm, 82 degree Luminos Eyepiece - 2"

   

• Ergonomic design allows you to comfortably lift and move the telescope from location to location

   

• Star diagonal provides a more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky

   

• Convenient remote hand control holder allows you to view information hands-free while using the scope

   

• Mirror Support Knobs hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging

   

• Proven NexStar computer control technology

   

• SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, providing a fast and easy alignment process

   

• 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

   

• Re-designed drive base and drive mechanics with spring loaded RA worm block with enveloping brass teeth

   

• Re-designed electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors making them capable of driving the telescope even when not perfectly balanced

   

• Computer assisted All-Star polar-alignment

   

• Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet

   

• Permanent PEC

   

• Auxiliary port for additional accessories such as an Autoguider

   

• NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer

Optical Design: EdgeHD

Aperture (mm): 235 mm (9.25 in)

Focal Length (mm): 2350 mm (93 in)

Focal Ratio: f/10

Eyepiece 1 (mm): 23 mm (0.91 in)

Magnification 1: 102 x

Finderscope: 50 mm Finderscope with quick release bracket

Star Diagonal: 2" w/1.25" adapter

Mount: Dual Fork Arm

Optical Tube: Aluminum

Accessory Tray: Die Cast Aluminum Leg Brace / Eyepiece holder

Tripod: Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Adjustable

Power Supply: Car battery adapter

Highest Useful Magnification: 555 x

Lowest Useful Magnification: 34 x

Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 14.4

Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.59 arc seconds

Resolution (Dawes): 0.49 arc seconds

Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 1127 x

Angular Field of View (deg): 0.8

Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 3.35 in (85 mm)

Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 36 %

Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 13 %

Optical Coatings: Starbright XLT Coating

Telescope Weight: 58 lbs (26 kg)

Tripod and Mount Weight: 27 lbs (12 kg)

Motor Drive: DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes

Motor Resolution: 0.1406

Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar

Tracking Modes: Altazimuth, EQ North and EQ South

Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto Two-Star Alignment, Two-star Align, SolarSystem Align, EQ North Align, EQ South Align, One-Star Align

Software Precision: 24 bit, 0.08 calculations

Periodic Error Correction: Permanently Programmable

Fork Arm: Dual fork arm, cast Aluminum with detachable HC cradle

Gear: 6" brass RA gear, 180 tooth

Bearings: 9.8 azimuth bearing

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

Power Requirements: 12V DC 2.5A

Cord Management: Cord Wrap Software

GPS: Internal 16 channel

Celestron Product Number: 11008