Nexstar 90 SLT Computerized Telescope

Designed to be an affordable entry level to mid-level computerized GoTo telescope, the NexStar 90 Star Locating Telescope (SLT) is loaded with valuable design features. With pre-assembled, adjustable stainless steel tripods, and quick release fork arms and tubes, NexStar SLT 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! Powered by 8 AA user supplied batteries, the NexStar 90 SLT loves 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 NexStar'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 slew speed, view fascinating information about an object, or simply know if a desired object is visible in the sky. Features: High quality 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Fully computerized Altazimuth mount StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects Quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for quick no tool set up Sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray included Good for terrestrial and celestial observing Includes CD-ROM "The Sky" Astronomy Software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps Proven NexStar computer control technology Database allows telescope to locate over 4,000 celestial objects SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use Auxiliary port for additional accessories such as GPS accessory Includes NSOL telescope control software for basic control of your telescope via computer (with optional RS-232 cable) Compatible with optional NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer

Meade NG-60 Telescope

The world s top astronomers got started with a telescope just like this one and so will you. A quality refracting telescope for land or sky viewing. Perfect for observing Saturn, Jupiter, the Moon, and land objects. A first look at the rings of Saturn or the craters of the Moon can inspire a lifetime of exploration. Go to any star party anywhere in the world and you ll see more Meade telescopes than any other. Comes with AutoStar Suite™ Astronomer Edition Software on DVD AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition software will help you learn the night sky. It displays more than 10,000 celestial objects including planets, stars, galaxies and nebulas. You can print out star charts and even plan your observing sessions. It operates on any Windows® based PC. Also includes Instructional Videos. You ll be up and running in no time. The universe is waiting. FEATURES Slow Motion Controls on Both Axes Find and track objects easily with precision controls Includes Red Dot Projection Viewfinder For easy acquisition of guide stars while starhopping for celestial targets Heavy-Duty Steel Tube Tripod Provides a rock solid platform for viewing This item cannot be shipped internationally due to size and weight.

Celestron NexStar 6SE Telescope

Get serious performance and easy portability with this high-quality altazimuth computerized telescope.Features:6" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with 150mm aperture44% more light gathering power than 5" models1500mm focal lengthFocal ratio: 10Ultra portable – weighs 30 lbs. including the tripodCombines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art featuresStarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standardCelestron's unique patented single fork arm with integral hand control design provides a rigid and smooth operating structure for the optical tubeStar diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the skyProven NexStar computer control technologyIncludes:Quick release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setupStarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objectsSturdy computerized altazimuth mountInternal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during useUltra sturdy steel tripod with accessory tray40,000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objectsSkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment processFlash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the InternetAutoguider port for long exposure astrophotographyDC Servo motors with encoders on both axesCustom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and asterismsDouble line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of GOTO featuresNexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computerGPS-compatible with optional CN16 GPS Accessory (93968)Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy adventure, this advanced design will help you take a closer look at the magic of the night sky. This item cannot be shipped internationally due to size and weight. Get serious performance and easy portability with this high-quality altazimuth computerized telescope.

Meade Computer Controlled 130mm Reflecting Telescope

The DS2130 AT-TC is a fully GoTo telescope. It s onboard computer knows the night sky. After a short alignment procedure, your telescope will be ready to take you on a tour of the universe. You will see more objects in one night than Galileo saw in a lifetime. See planets like Saturn and Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and more. A first look at the rings of Saturn or the craters of the Moon can inspire a lifetime of exploration. Go to any star party anywhere in the world and you ll see more Meade telescopes than any other. Large 130mm Diameter Reflective Mirror Captures more light for brighter images and greater detail. AutoStar® #494 handheld Computerized Controller The AutoStar computer controller helps you quickly find and GoTo over 1,400 objects in the night sky. View planets, stars, galaxies, nebulae, comets and more all at the push of a button. Red Dot Viewfinder For easy acquisition of guide stars while star-hopping between celestial targets. Two Premium 1.25" Eyepieces For superior long eye relief and an expansive wide visual field. AutoStar Suite™ Astronomer Edition Amazing planetarium software and Instructional Video will teach you the night sky and how to use your telescope. Specifications: Optical Design: Reflector Optical Diameter: 130mm(5.1") Focal Length; f/ratio: 1000mm; f/7.7 Mounting Type: Altazimuth, DS2000 mount Viewfinder: Red dot Tripod: Aluminum; full-length; adjustable with accessories Eyepieces (1.25"): MA9mm, MA25mm Software: AutoStar Suite, PC-compatible DVD UPC: 709942202588 Master Carton (Size/Weight): 32" x 19" x 12" / 28lbs

Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Telescope

Cannot ship to California addresses.Ships to the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope Launch a lifetime of stargazing with this compact, ready-to-use telescopeTop-notch optics show you the moon, the planets, the stars and moreScope comes fully assembled so you can go from box to backyard in minutesHigh-quality optics, point-and-view ease of use, remarkable portability, all for less than $200Your ticket to space-tourism without the zero-G nausea Maybe it's because many of us started out with those frustrating little department store refractors, but at Orion we strive to offer quality telescopes for beginners that are easy to use and will inspire their natural inclination to explore. The Orion StarBlast is one such telescope. Pint-sized in stature, it's a real reflecting telescope that's super-simple to use and yet manufactured with the kind of quality you'd expect in more expensive models. The Orion StarBlast is a point-and-view telescope that swivels smoothly on its sturdy, low-profile base. No complicated setup is required. In fact, it comes pre-assembled and ready for action right out of the box! Just carry it outdoors by its built-in handle, place it on the ground or on a picnic bench, and let the fun begin! Inside the StarBlast's 18"-long steel tube are real, quality telescope optics, including a 114mm (4.5") parabolic mirror. With the two Explorer II telescope eyepieces, upcoming skywatchers will see spectacular views of the Moon's craters, the planets, star clusters, and lots of other exotic space stuff. Aiming the Orion StarBlast is easy with the EZ Finder II "red dot" finder scope. The package also includes an eyepiece rack and a snap-on dust cap. The Orion StarBlast will not only give beginners hour after hour of fun, but will also nurture their interest in the night sky. One-year limited warranty. This item cannot be shipped internationally due to its size and weight.

Meade® DS-2130ATS-LNT Telescope

Tour the universe with this "go-to" telescope that finds night sky objects faster than ever. Classic Meade telescope features new enhancements in accuracy and trackingRe-engineered mount with increased accuracyNew advanced field tripod for a solid observing platformEnhanced SmartFinder with multi-coated windowOversized declination lock knob with fast-locking gripMeade optics deliver detailed, crisp, high contrast views1.25'' Super Plossl eyepieces provide wider fields of view – you see more of the sky at greater magnificationsStunning 52-degree apparent field of viewLarge 130mm aperture captures more light for crisper, brighter imagesIncludes #494 AutoStar Computer Controller, which automatically guides telescope to over 1400 objects"Tonight's Best Tour" is an automatic guided tour of the best objects to view on any particular nightRed Dot Viewfinder with Level North Technology quickly aligns the scope – simply enter your zip code or locationInspire a lifetime of exploration with amazingly crisp views of planets, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and more. Tour the universe with this "go-to" telescope that find night sky objects faster than ever.

Meade® ETX-80BB Backpack Observatory Telescope

This exclusive Discovery set – including a built-in Barlow lens, field compass, travel backpack and more – reveals the wonders of our planetary neighbors and beyond. Features:Ideal for both terrestrial and astronomical observationsPowerful, 80mm objective lens delivers bright, high-res imagesAutostar Computer Controller system lets you browse and automatically locate more than 1,400 celestial objects at the touch of a button – including satellitesBuilt-in motor tracks objects and compensates for Earth's movementAutostar includes guided tours for immediate experience viewing stars and makes suggestions for best eyepiece selectionFlip-mirror system delivers amazing clarityPortable and lightweight – only 7.5 lbs. (without tripod)1 year manufacturer's warrantyIncludes:Includes 9.7 and 26mm super plossl eyepiecesBuilt-in Barlow lens doubles eyepiece powerComputer control panel featuring auxiliary input port and on/off LEDSturdy, aluminum field tripod with bubble level indicatorBuilt-in timer and reminder alarm for use with astrophotography applicationsAccessories include dew shield, compass & erecting prismDurable backpack has room for telescope and all accessoriesObserve the feather structure of an eagle from 50 yards or study the rings of Saturn from a distance of 800 million miles. Then focus beyond the solar system to the universe of nebulae, remote galaxies and ancient star clusters. It's an adventure of discovery the whole family can enjoy, in the backyard or wherever your travels take you. This item cannot be shipped internationally due to size and weight.