Vixen R200SS Reflector Telescope with SXD Sphinx Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 24, 2008
The remarkably fast 200mm (8″) f/4 parabolic primary mirror of the Vixen R200SS Newtonian reflector gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror. The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects.The telescope’s large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited for astrophotography of nebulae star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge and the rack and pinion focusing mount with an adapter accepts 2 eyepieces.The R200SSDG comes standard with the 7×50 finder 232mm tube rings dovetail tube plate and new focus design with more distance f or photographic equipment as well as being compatible with the new Sphinx SXD mount.Vixen’s Sphinx SXD Mount is designed with improved rigidity and precision movements. The SXD features solid steel motors thrust bearings and smooth RA and DEC motors. With a maximum load weight of 50 lbs the SXD mount will hold the R200 with ease.
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Vixen R200SS-SBS Reflector Telescope with GPD2 Equatorial Mount and StarBook S Controller
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 24, 2008
The remarkably fast 200mm (8″) f/4 parabolic primary mirr or of the R200SS Newtonian reflector provides extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror.The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this telescope.The telescope’s large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited f or astrophotography of nebulae star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge and the rack and pinion focusing mount with an adapter accepts 2 eyepieces.The R200SS comes standard with the 7×50 finder 232mm tube rings dovetail tube plate and new focus design with more distance for photographic equipment which makes it a great match for the GPD2 mount. Eyepieces are included in the package.The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With it’s solid steel R. A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astrophotography the worm gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error. Add the new Vixen Starbook S with built in starchart for complete Go-To capabilities.The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2 and comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0° to 62° in altitude.
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Vixen R200SS Reflector Telescope with SXW Sphinx Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 24, 2008
The remarkably fast 200 mm f/4 parabolic primary mirror of the R200SS Newtonian reflector gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror. The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this instrument.The telescope’s large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited for astrophotography of nebulae star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge and the rack-and-pinion focusing mount with an adapter accepts 2 eyepieces.The R200SSDG comes standard with the 7 x 50 finder 232 mm tube rings dovetail tube plate and new focus design with more distance for photographic equipment and makes a great companion to the Sphinx mount.The SPHINX equatorial mount and STARBOOK controller have been intelligently engineered for high-speed automatic location of celestial objects. It is now possible to explore the beauty of the night sky with greater ease and stability. The SPHINX comes standard with built-in motors and the world’s first star chart go-to controller STARBOOK with a large full color LCD display. The Sphinx’s design is exceptional and the exterior styling is equally attractive.Main features of the SPHINX equatorial mount: 180-tooth worm gears for fine full circle motion. 22lbs. recommended loading capacity for a wide range of optical tubes. Built in DC servo motors allow for improved motion of the polar axis rotation and reduce the need for heavy counterweights.A retractable counterweight shaft provides easy storage and transportation. The mount comes on an improved SX-HAL110 heavy-duty aluminum tripod. An optional illuminated polar axis scope can be easily added to the mount body.
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Vixen R200SS-SBS Telescope with GP2 Equatorial Mount and StarBook S Controller
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 23, 2008
The remarkably fast 200mm (8″) f/4 parabolic primary mirr or of the R200SS Newtonian reflector gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror.The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this instrument.The telescope’s large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited f or astrophotography of nebulae star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge and the rack and pinion focusing mount with an adapter accepts 2 eyepieces.The R200SS comes standard with the 7×50 finder 232mm tube rings dovetail tube plate and new focus design with more distance for photographic equipment as well as being compatible with the Gp2 GPD2 and Sphinx mounts. The 7×50 achromatic finderscope has a field of view of 6.8″ and a Kellner type eyepiece.The GP2 equatorial mount comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. The declination and right-ascension functions with 144-tooth aluminum worm gears allowing accurate tracking. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0° to 62° in altitude.Optional single axis or dual axis motors and controllers are available as is a polar alignment telescope and setting circles. Add the new Vixen Starbook S with built in starchart for full Go-To capabilities.
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Vixen R200SS Reflector Telescope with GPD2 Equatorial Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 23, 2008
The remarkably fast 200 mm f/4 parabolic primary mirror of the R200SS Newtonian reflector gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror. The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this instrument.The telescope’s large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited for astrophotography of nebulae star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge and the rack-and-pinion focusing mount with an adapter accepts 2 eyepieces.The R200SSDG comes standard with the 7 x 50 finder 232 mm tube rings dovetail tube plate and new focus design with more distance for photographic equipment as well as being a great match with the GPD2 mount.The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With its solid steel R.A. and declination axes and brass worm gears this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astrophotography the worm gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error.The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2 and comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0-degrees to 62-degrees in altitude.Technical data GPD2 Mount:R.A Axis: 144-tooth worm gearsDeclination Axis: 144-tooth worm gearsR.A. graduations: RA 10 min. incrementDec graduations: 2-deg. incrementsPolar Axis Scope: 6 x 20 wide fieldMount includes pre-installed variable intensity illuminatorPolar Axis Altitude adjustment 0- to 62-degreesCounter weight 1 x 3.7kg. and 1 x 1.9kg.Maximum loading weight 10kg. (22lbs.)
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Vixen R150S-SBS Reflector Telescope with GP2 Equatorial Mount and StarBook S Controller
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 22, 2008
The GP2 equatorial mount comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. The declination and right-ascension functions with 144-tooth aluminum worm gears allowing accurate tracking. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0° to 62° in altitude. Optional single axis or dual axis motors and controllers are available as is a polar alignment telescope and setting circles. Add the new Vixen Starbook S with built in starchart for full Go-To capabilities. Package includes NPL20 and NPL6 eyepieces.
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Vixen R200SS Reflector Telescope with GP2 Equatorial Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 22, 2008
The remarkably fast 200 mm f/4 parabolic primary mirror of the R200SS Newtonian reflector gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror. The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this instrument.The telescope’s large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited for astrophotography of nebulae star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge and the rack-and-pinion focusing mount with an adapter accepts 2 eyepieces.The R200SSDG comes standard with the 7 x 50 finder 232 mm tube rings dovetail tube plate and new focus design with more distance for photographic equipment as well as being compatible with the Gp2 GpD2 and Sphinx mounts.The 7 x 50 achromatic finderscope has a field-of-view of 6.8″ and a Kellner type eyepiece.The GP2 equatorial mount comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotographer. The declination and right-ascension functions with 144-tooth aluminum worm gears allowing accurate tracking. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0 degrees to 62 degrees in altitude.
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Vixen R130Sf Reflector Telescope with SKYPOD Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 21, 2008
The R130Sf comes standard with the 6 x30 finder and dovetail tube plate that fits very well on all the Vixen mounts. Attach it to the Skypod and you have a great 5” telescope and a versatile GoTo mount.The Skypod is a unique portable alt-azimuth computer controlled “Go To” mount that evolved from the very successful Vixen Sphinx mount. The Skypod incorporates a compact computer controlled Alt-Az system that automatically slews the telescope from one object to another. The 22000 plus object data base provides an endless variety of object to view and is upgradeable.This new and portable GoTo travel mount uses the modified Starbook S hand controller that offers the same practical user concept of the Sphinx controller. A display shows you a map of the sky so that you always know where you are.The controller is integrated into the mount. You can take it off for remote control but you can always put it back for safe storage and transport. This means that for transport you can avoid all the separate small parts that are otherwise easily lost.The R130Sf with Skypod package comes complete with:R130Sf 5.1 inch f/5.0 Telescope6×30 finder-scope and Finder bracket2″ eyepiece adapter and 1 ¼ Flip mirrorEyepieces: PL20mm PL6.3mmTube Rings and Dove-tail plateHalf Pillar counterweightSkypod mount Starbook controller and tripod
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Vixen R150S Reflector Telescope with GP2 Equatorial Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 21, 2008
The GP2 equatorial mount comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. The declination and right-ascension functions with 144-tooth aluminum worm gears allowing accurate tracking. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0° to 62° in altitude.Optional single axis or dual axis motors and controllers are available as is a polar alignment telescope and setting circles. Add the new Vixen Starbook S with built in starchart for full Go-To capabilities. Package includes NPL20 and NPL6 eyepieces.
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Konus Konusky 200 Newtonian Reflector Telescope with Dual Axis Motor
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 17, 2008
State-of-the-art features and crisp clear celestial views make the Konus Konusky 200 Newtonian Reflector Telescope with Dual Axis Motor ideal for the serious astronomy enthusiast. This Newtonian reflector telescope features a 200mm-diameter objective lens and an overcoated primary mirror for optimum light transmission as well as a 1000mm focal length. The precision heavy-duty Super Polar Evolution Mount is motorized on both axes and it includes a polar scope and a sturdy steel tripod.
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Vixen R130Sf Reflector Telescope with Porta Mount
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 15, 2008
The R130Sf 5” Newtonian telescope comes standard with the 6 x30 finder and dovetail tube plate that attaches quickly to the Porta mount. It’s the perfect medium aperture pick up and go package. The PORTA gives great performance when viewing objects at high magnification the damping and vibration being significantly reduced as compared to other lesser quality telescope mounts.The R130Sf with Porta Package comes complete with:R130Sf 5.1 inch f/5.0 Optical Tube6×30 finderscopeFinder Bracket2” eyepiece adapterEyepieces: PL 20mm PL 6.3mmTube RingsDove-tail-platePorta Mount with locking extension legs accessory tray slow-motion controls and adjustment tool set.
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iOptron SmartStar G N114 GoTo GPS Reflector Telescope
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 14, 2008
Introducing our SmartStar™-G-N114 Newtonian telescope system. Designed with the latest technology the 114 mm mirror is crafted with aluminum coated mirrors and exacting alignment. The precision design virtually eliminates chromatic aberration for a crisp image without a rainbow halo. You’ll be able to view planets star clusters and nebulae up close. With the SmartStar™-G-N114 you’ll also be able to take dramatic astro-photographs. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object.Alt-Azimuth Mount– The Cube™The SmartStar™-G-N114 comes with our patented Alt-Azimuth telescope mount a.k.a. The Cube™. This compact mount design is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dove-tail connection. In addition there are no “dead spots” – so you can point your telescope to ANYWHERE above the horizon whereas other mounts block the telescope tube at certain points of rotation. This mount also comes standard with AC connection. An optional DC adaptor is available so you can plug your telescope motor into your car if you’re camping or at any remote locationThe most easy to understand controller on the marketThe GoToNovaTM Controller is much easier to use than other similar products. The hand controller is more intuitive with menu categories better organized. It also has the largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines of content compared with others that only have 2 lines. Using the easy-to-use hand controller you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go.More precise speed control for viewing objectsThe control system also allows you to slew the telescope at 9 different drive speeds keeping the object within the telescope’s viewfinder for as long as you wish.USB PortThe 8402 hand controller comes with a USB port that tremendously expands the functionalities of the already powerful system. With the USB2COM driver installed the USB port works as an RS232 serial port. It supports firmware upgrades and computer control. With ASCOM protocol you can control your telescope with most ASCOM compatible software. This enables you to utilize the CPU large screen and disk space of your PC/laptop. With a wide selection of software your star gazing experience will never be the same again.Simply a better tripodMade of 1-inch heavy-duty stainless steel the SmartStar™ Tripod is sturdy yet elegant and gives the user unparalleled stability during operation. Solid construction joints keep your mount locked securely. With an all-metal support system your valuable telescope will keep still even on a windy night.GoToNovaTM Computerized Control SystemThe revolutionary GoToNovaTM computerized control system is by far the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today. With a database of 50000 celestial objects including all of the most famous galaxies nebulae star clusters not to mention the planets you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button.32-Channel GPS ModuleAll G-series telescopes come standard with a 32-channel GPS module for fully automated operation. Simply turn on the GoToNovaTM Controller and the GPS module will automatically synchronize your telescope location and time with the GoToNovaTM computerized control system. View celestial objects without having to manually punch in the date time latitude or longitude. Features:114mm Newtonian telescopeRed Dot finderscope for locating objectsHeavy duty stainless steel tripodAlt-Azimuth Mount– The Cube™– The only mount of its kind for ultimate rotation and universal compatibilityIncludes the GoToNovaTM Controller. The most intuitive controller on the market.50000 object database with 256 user-defined objectsThe largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines and 21-character Hand Control with backlit LED buttons.USB Port for PC Laptop control and firmware upgrades (ASCOM protocol)Drive motor with 9-speed setting for precise trackingDual-axis ServomotorStandard-equipment AC connection (Optional DC adaptor available)32-channel GPS module standard on all G series telescopes
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Bushnell Discoverer Starfinder 114mm with Real Voice Output
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 10, 2008
The Bushnell Discoverer Starfinder 114 mm is Bushnell’s top-of-the-line Discoverer telescope. It boasts a large 114 mm diameter lens delivering up to 325x magnification. This telescope will guide you to the moon planets and on into deep space. Fully coated optics provide stellar views of any of the objects in the Discoverer database. With a red-dot LED finderscope kinematic mount and the included adjustable tripod this telescope makes finding objects and viewing them easier and more comfortable than ever.A telescope worthy of its name the Discoverer will have you on track to new experiences. With a smaller more focused library pre-programmed and ready to go not even the sky is the limit when you peer into this newest addition to the Bushnell family. Real Voice Output uses an actual human voice to take you on a personal tour of our galaxy’s greatest treasures. Innovative new features like the rotating eyepiece let you share a look without changing the position or focus of the telescope. Pinpoint accuracy and fine adjustment capabilities round out this complete star-finding package. A perfect telescope for serious beginners and beyond the Discoverer is truly out of this world.Additional featuresTalking handsetMonthly sky toursEasy pre-assembled constructionSturdy adjustable aluminum tripodPrecision rack and pinon focusing mechanismLarge 1.25-inch eyepieces
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Bushnell Discoverer Starfinder 76mm with Real Voice Output
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 10, 2008
The Bushnell Discoverer Starfinder 76 mm is a perfect mid-range reflector telescope for the amateur astronomer. Fully coated optics provide stellar views of any of the objects in the Discoverer database. With a red-dot LED finderscope kinematic mount and the included adjustable tripod this telescope makes finding objects and viewing them easier and more comfortable than ever.A telescope worthy of its name the Discoverer will have you on track to new experiences. With a smaller more focused library pre-programmed and ready to go not even the sky is the limit when you peer into this newest addition to the Bushnell family. Real Voice Output uses an actual human voice to take you on a personal tour of our galaxy’s greatest treasures. Innovative new features like the rotating eyepiece let you share a look without changing the position or focus of the telescope. Pinpoint accuracy and fine adjustment capabilities round out this complete star-finding package. A perfect telescope for serious beginners and beyond the Discoverer is truly out of this world.Additional featuresTalking handsetMonthly sky toursEasy pre-assembled constructionSturdy adjustable aluminum tripodPrecision rack and pinon focusing mechanismLarge 1.25-inch eyepieces
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Tasco 675×4.5 Reflector EQ Telescope
Written by Buy Telescopes Online on September 7, 2008
Tasco 675 x 4.5 Reflector EQ Telescope is a stunning and state-of-the-art Newtonian reflector scope from the Tasco Luminova series. Ideal for beginning to intermediate astronomers this scope features a sturdy German equatorial mount with smooth movement for easy maneuvering a finderscope to assist in pinpointing distant objects and a Barlow lens for extra magnification options. The 114mm objective lens allows for optimum light entrance and a crisp clear view. Additionally the Tasco Reflector EQ’s sleek design and distinctive champagne silver finish add an elegant touch to any space.
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