Goto systems play an important role in the modern world of amateur astronomy as they ensure that users spend less time searching for specific objects in the sky and more time observing them through the eyepiece. All you need to do is enter some basic data such as the date, time and location and point the telescope at, at least 1 known reference star (Accuracy can be further improved by carrying out multiple reference star alignments). The user can then select from many thousands of deep space objects in the integrated database and the telescope will then automatically move and track the object you want to view.
One of the standout features of this MCX telescope is the very solid fork mount made of aluminum and the universal field tripod made of stainless steel which help guarantee a secure and stable platform for viewing. In addition, the drives in both axes are equipped with precision bearings and precise worm gears made of steel & brass which help ensure an even and quiet tracking of the stars.
You can also adapt your smartphone camera directly to the eyepiece using the adapter included or mount your camera directly onto the M35 thread connection to take and share astro photos of the moon and planets. The 90° diagonal on the back of the telescope allows for a quick and comfortable change between the use of an eyepiece or a camera.
This MCX telescope operates in ALT/AZ (Alt Azimuth Mode) and also 'EQ Mode' (German Equatorial Mode). ALT/AZ mode is the simpler option for quickly getting setup to view the night sky with ease, however if you are taking photos and you want to track the sky with much more accuracy then you also have the option to switch to 'EQ Mode' thanks to the built-in polar wedge which allows the tripod head to be tilted and adjusted to the latitude of your location.
Features:
- Universal and compact telescope with GoTo function
- Easy to use and transport
- High-resolution and proven Bresser Maksutov-Cassegrain optics
- Aperture: 127mm
- Focal length 1900mm
- FMC fully coated optics for a brighter image
- Solid aluminium fork mount with drive motors in both axles
- Proven Goto control for navigation of the night sky
- Computerised hand controller with large and illuminated display
- Multilingual menu navigation in German, English, French, Spanish & Italian
- Objects in the database: over 100,000
- Sturdy extendable stainless-steel tripod with polar wedge (AZ+EQ mode both possible)
- Can also be used without a tripod as a tabletop device
- Battery compartment integrated in the base for 8 x AA batteries (Batt. not included)
- Integrated bubble level for easy leveling
- Enlarged primary mirror (138mm) for a brighter image
- Precise steel/brass worm gears in both axes
- Manual transmission clamps in both axes
- Smartphone holder included for photography through the telescope
- LED red dot finder with CR-2032 battery included
- Bresser Super Plössl Eyepiece 26mm (1.25") included
- Eyepiece Diameter: 31.7mm (1.25")
- Camera connection thread: M35 x 1mm
- External connection for 12 volt power supply: Yes
- Adjustable working height on tripod: 110 - 160cm
Whats included:
- 127mm Maksutov OTA in fork mount
- GoTo Computer hand controller with hand strap
- Field tripod with polar wedge AZ/EQ
- Smartphone holder for photography through the telescope
- Bresser Super Plössl Eyepiece 26mm (1.25")
- LED Red Dot Finder
- Lens Solar Filter
- Dust caps
- Full Operating instructions
Download the MCX User Manual here
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
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