1 imageCelestron Advanced VX 6in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12079
Celestron Advanced VX 6in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12079
Celestron Advanced VX 6in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12079
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Code: CI-TS-12079-EE

MPN: 12079

UPC: 050234207911

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Product Info for Celestron SCT Advanced VX 6in Telescope - Schmidt-Cassegrain

For the intermediate visual observer and beginning astronomer, the Celestron Advanced VX 6 SCT Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12079 is the most affordable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on a solid GoTo mount. The Schmidt-Cassegrain optical design on this Telescope from Celestron is ideal for imagers and visual observers looking for a telescope that is much more portable than the reflector or refractor. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design of the Celestron SCT 6in Telescope also eliminates chromatic aberration, making it a good choice for entry-level astroimaging. The Celestron 6in Advanced VX Telescope mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. Now your smaller telescope can take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. With this Celestron Telescope you'll be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction. Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Celestron 6in Advanced VX Telescope features significantly larger base castings than our previous design, improving stability under heavier loads. Improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease.image

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Specifications for Celestron Advanced VX 6in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope:

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Aperture (mm): 150 mm (5.91 in)
Focal Length (mm): 1500 mm (59 in)
Focal Ratio: 10
Eyepiece 1 (mm): 20 mm (0.79 in)
Magnification 1: 75 x
Finderscope: 6x30
Optical Tube: Aluminum
Fastar Compatible: Yes
Tripod: Adjustable, Stainless Steel
Tripod Legs: 2"
Weight (lbs): 56 lbs (25 kg)
Power Supply: Car battery adapter
Highest Useful Magnification: 354 x
Lowest Useful Magnification: 21 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.4
Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.93 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): 0.77 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 459 x
Optical Tube Length: 16" in (406 mm)
Optical Tube Weight: 10 lbs (4.54 kg)
EQ Mount Weight: 17 lbs (7.71 kg)
Tripod Height (Max): 64" in (1626 mm)
Tripod Height (Min): 44" in (1118 mm)
Tripod Weight: 18 lbs (8.16 kg)
Counterweight Bar: 12" Length, 0.75" Diameter lbs (5.44 kg)
Counterweights: 1 x 11 lbs
Latitude Range: 7-77 deg
Motor Drive: Low cog DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes
Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds, 4 deg/sec maximum
Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes: EQ North and EQ South
Alignment Procedures: 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Last Alignment, Solar System Align
Communication Ports: 2x AUX ports, Autoguider port, RS-232 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 3.5A (tip positive)
Internal Clock: Yes
GPS: Optional SkySync GPS Accessory

Features of Celestron Advanced VX 6in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope:

  • 6” (150mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission
  • 40% more light gathering than a 5” telescope.
  • Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear.
  • Autoguider port for long exposure imaging
  • New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances
  • Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics
  • New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings
  • Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude.
  • NexStar+ hand control offers multiple lanGauge programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish)

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