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Celestron is proud to announce an incredible offer on our entire line of award winning NexStar SE Series Computerized Telescopes. Purchase a NexStar SE between November 1 and December 31, 2009 and receive a $100 prepaid MasterCard Gift Card
SE series combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features
StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard
Celestron's unique patented single fork arm with integral hand control design provides a rigid and smooth operating structure for the optical tube
Quick release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setup
StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects
Sturdy computerized altazimuth mount
Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use
Ultra sturdy steel tripod with accessory tray
Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky
Computerized
Proven NexStar computer control technology
40,000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 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
Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography
DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
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 star; solar systems; objects and asterisms
Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features
NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer
GPS-compatible with optional CN16 GPS Accessory (93963)
Questions, callToll free 1-866-726-7371 or astroguy@handsonoptics.com
Portability and serious performance come together in the NexStar 6 SE. Celestron's first new Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system in over a decade is now available in a high performance altazimuth computerized telescope. With a total weight of 30 lbs including the tripod, the ultra portable 6 SE features a precision optical system with 1500mm focal length (f/10) and offers 44% more light gathering than a 5" telescope.
The NexStar 6 SE has all the same features as Celestron's most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes, including our revolutionary SkyAlign™ alignment technology, a sky tour feature, a database of over 40,000 celestial objects and easy to use hand control.
Plug the optional CN-16 GPS Accessory into NexStar's auxiliary port and download data from orbiting GPS satellites for truly quick and easy alignments. The universe may be full of mysteries, but using the NexStar 6 SE isn’t one of them.
In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the new NexStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control, our superior StarBright XLT coatings, our revolutionary SkyAlign™ telescope alignment software and much more.
Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NexStar SE will help you take a closer look.
Every NexStar SE includes a version of The Sky® software Level 1 Planetarium software for exploring the Universe on your PC and printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition, you receive our NexRemote software that allows you to operate your telescope via your PC. Software package valued at over $100 included free with your NexStar SE!
SPECIFICATIONS
OPTICAL DESIGN
Schmidt-Cassegrain
APERTURE
150 mm (5.91 in)
FOCAL LENGTH
1500 mm (59.06 in)
FOCAL RATIO
10
FINDERSCOPE
StarPointer
MOUNT
Single Fork Arm Altazimuth
DOVETAIL COMPATIBILITY
Quick Release Tube Clamp
OPTICAL TUBE
Aluminum
EYEPIECE 1
25 mm (0.98 in)
MAGNIFICATION 1
60 x
STAR DIAGONAL
1.25"
CD ROM
NexRemote V1.6.14 & The Sky L1
TRIPOD
Steel leg
POWER SUPPLY
8-AA batteries (not included)
HIGHEST USEFUL MAGNIFICATION
354 x
LOWEST USEFUL MAGNIFICATION
21 x
LIMITING STELLAR MAGNITUDE
13.4
RESOLUTION
0.92 arc seconds
RESOLVING POWER
0.77 arc seconds
LIGHT GATHERING POWER
459 x
ANGULAR FIELD OF VIEW
0.83 °
LINEAR FIELD OF VIEW (@1000 YDS)
43.8 ft (13.35 m)
OPTICAL COATINGS
StarBright XLT Coatings
SECONDARY MIRROR OBSTRUCTION
2.2 in (55.88 mm)
SECONDARY MIRROR OBSTRUCTION BY AREA
14 %
SECONDARY MIRROR OBSTRUCTION BY DIAMETER
37 %
OPTICAL TUBE LENGTH
16 in (406.4 mm)
TELESCOPE WEIGHT
21 lb (9.53 kg)
TRIPOD AND MOUNTWEIGHT
9 lb (4.08 kg)
MOTOR DRIVE
Integrated D.C. Electronics
COMPUTER HAND CONTROL
Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display w/ 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
Hands on Optics was founded by a true hobbyist and former astronomy teacher who built his first telescope 45 years ago and has been selling optics for over 25 years. Located just north of WashingtonDC, retail store is loaded with most major brands of Nature and Astro Optics. We do service, testing, repairs and cleaning in house.Warranty problem, call us first.
Hands on Opticstakes the time to match the right scope or binoculars to the user. The right scope collects crowds and wrong ones collect dust. If you buy the biggest for the cheapest, you be big cheap stuff. We can help you with your selection whether you are a first time buyer, institution or seasoned professional. For questions on anything se sell, please call us Toll Free at 1-866-726-7371 or email us at astroguy@handsonoptics.com
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