Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerised Telescope

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Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerised Telescope

The highly advanced computerised technology of the Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope will enable highly experienced astronomers but also newcomers to gain brilliant views of a fantastic range of celestial objects in our solar system and also in the deep sky.

This highly sophisticated but simple-to-use telescope can reveal in excess of 38,000 planets, stars and galaxies in the night sky.

The 8SE’s fully automatic GoTo technology means you do not even have to know where to look for the planet or galaxy you want to view as it will locate and track your chosen object for you.

Integrated SkyAlign technology makes it easy to align the telescope in just a few minutes so you can start your observations almost as soon as you have set it up.

And whether the location you are setting it up in is your back garden or out to an isolated hill away from urban light interference, the telescope and its tripod can be quickly dismantled into manageable components for easy transportation and then it is easily reassembled onsite.

View the Most Impressive Celestial Objects in the Universe

The 8-inch primary mirror has enough light-gathering ability to observe the best features of the solar system such as Saturn's rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter and specific geographical details on the surface of the Moon. When you want to view deep sky objects, take your 8SE to a dark-sky site to see such sights as the hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy and so much more.

Revolutionary Single Fork Arm Mount

Sturdy construction from high-quality components give NexStar 8SE the pointing and tracking accuracy needed to observe and follow your favourite targets with push-button ease. You can use the included NexStar+ hand control to locate over 38,000 celestial objects.

Alternatively, take a Sky Tour and this telescope will automatically show you the best objects currently visible in the night sky.

SkyAlign makes aligning your telescope as easy as 1-2-3. Just centre three bright objects in your eyepiece and press ALIGN.

Advanced Features Let the NexStar SE Grow with You

The NexStar 8SE is compatible with many high-tech accessories that are not included with this telescope but which you can buy separately if and when you decide you want their functions.

For example, you could provide GPS coordinates to your telescope by adding SkySync or you could add automatic alignment functionality by adding StarSense AutoAlign.

If you want to explore the world of astro-photography, the 8SE is a perfect choice. Its built-in wedge allows you to track long exposures. You can even remove the telescope's secondary mirror and replace it with a DSLR or astronomical CCD camera for wide field images captured at f/2 using a Fastar/HyperStar lens assembly. Alternatively, if you are interested in imaging the Moon and planets, you could pair your NexStar 8SE with one of the Celestron Skyris cameras.

Features

  • Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 38,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks your chosen objects
  • SkyAlign technology aligns telescope ready to observe in minutes; easily align your telescope on any three bright objects
  • Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly

Specification

  • Optical design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
  • Aperture: 203.2 mm (8 inches)
  • Focal length: 2032 mm (80 inches)
  • Focal ratio: 10
  • Focal length of eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98 inches)
  • Magnification of eyepiece 1: 81x
  • Finderscope: StarPointer
  • Star diagonal: 1.25 inches
  • Mount type: Single fork arm altazimuth
  • Tripod: Steel
  • Power: 8 x AA batteries (not incl)
  • Highest useful magnification: 480x
  • Lowest useful magnification: 29x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude: 14
  • Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.69 arc secs
  • Resolution (Dawes): 0.57 arc secs
  • Light gathering power compared to human eye: 843x
  • Apparent field of view: 0.63°
  • Linear field of view @1000 yds: 33 ft (10 m)
  • Secondary mirror obstruction: 2.5 inches (64 mm)
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter: 31%
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by area: 9.77%
  • Optical coatings: Starbright XLT
  • Optical tube length: 17 inches (432 mm)
  • Telescope kit weight: 24 lb (11 kg)
  • Tripod weight: 9 lb (4.08 kg)
  • Slew speeds: 9
  • Tracking rates: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar
  • Tracking modes: Alt-Az, EQ North, EQ South
  • Alignment procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
  • Communication ports: USB mini connection port on hand control, Autoguider port, aux port
  • Computer hand control: Double-line, 16-character LCD with 19 fibre optic backlit LED buttons
  • Database: 38,000+ objects; 200 user-defined programmable objects; enhanced information on 200+ objects
  • Telescope warranty: 2 years

Technology

  • All-Star Polar alignment
  • Flash upgradeable
  • NexRemote
  • SkyAlign technology
  • StarBright XLT
Product description

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerised Telescope

The highly advanced computerised technology of the Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope will enable highly experienced astronomers but also newcomers to gain brilliant views of a fantastic range of celestial objects in our solar system and also in the deep sky.

This highly sophisticated but simple-to-use telescope can reveal in excess of 38,000 planets, stars and galaxies in the night sky.

The 8SE’s fully automatic GoTo technology means you do not even have to know where to look for the planet or galaxy you want to view as it will locate and track your chosen object for you.

Integrated SkyAlign technology makes it easy to align the telescope in just a few minutes so you can start your observations almost as soon as you have set it up.

And whether the location you are setting it up in is your back garden or out to an isolated hill away from urban light interference, the telescope and its tripod can be quickly dismantled into manageable components for easy transportation and then it is easily reassembled onsite.

View the Most Impressive Celestial Objects in the Universe

The 8-inch primary mirror has enough light-gathering ability to observe the best features of the solar system such as Saturn's rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter and specific geographical details on the surface of the Moon. When you want to view deep sky objects, take your 8SE to a dark-sky site to see such sights as the hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy and so much more.

Revolutionary Single Fork Arm Mount

Sturdy construction from high-quality components give NexStar 8SE the pointing and tracking accuracy needed to observe and follow your favourite targets with push-button ease. You can use the included NexStar+ hand control to locate over 38,000 celestial objects.

Alternatively, take a Sky Tour and this telescope will automatically show you the best objects currently visible in the night sky.

SkyAlign makes aligning your telescope as easy as 1-2-3. Just centre three bright objects in your eyepiece and press ALIGN.

Advanced Features Let the NexStar SE Grow with You

The NexStar 8SE is compatible with many high-tech accessories that are not included with this telescope but which you can buy separately if and when you decide you want their functions.

For example, you could provide GPS coordinates to your telescope by adding SkySync or you could add automatic alignment functionality by adding StarSense AutoAlign.

If you want to explore the world of astro-photography, the 8SE is a perfect choice. Its built-in wedge allows you to track long exposures. You can even remove the telescope's secondary mirror and replace it with a DSLR or astronomical CCD camera for wide field images captured at f/2 using a Fastar/HyperStar lens assembly. Alternatively, if you are interested in imaging the Moon and planets, you could pair your NexStar 8SE with one of the Celestron Skyris cameras.

Features

  • Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 38,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks your chosen objects
  • SkyAlign technology aligns telescope ready to observe in minutes; easily align your telescope on any three bright objects
  • Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly

Specification

  • Optical design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
  • Aperture: 203.2 mm (8 inches)
  • Focal length: 2032 mm (80 inches)
  • Focal ratio: 10
  • Focal length of eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98 inches)
  • Magnification of eyepiece 1: 81x
  • Finderscope: StarPointer
  • Star diagonal: 1.25 inches
  • Mount type: Single fork arm altazimuth
  • Tripod: Steel
  • Power: 8 x AA batteries (not incl)
  • Highest useful magnification: 480x
  • Lowest useful magnification: 29x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude: 14
  • Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.69 arc secs
  • Resolution (Dawes): 0.57 arc secs
  • Light gathering power compared to human eye: 843x
  • Apparent field of view: 0.63°
  • Linear field of view @1000 yds: 33 ft (10 m)
  • Secondary mirror obstruction: 2.5 inches (64 mm)
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter: 31%
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by area: 9.77%
  • Optical coatings: Starbright XLT
  • Optical tube length: 17 inches (432 mm)
  • Telescope kit weight: 24 lb (11 kg)
  • Tripod weight: 9 lb (4.08 kg)
  • Slew speeds: 9
  • Tracking rates: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar
  • Tracking modes: Alt-Az, EQ North, EQ South
  • Alignment procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
  • Communication ports: USB mini connection port on hand control, Autoguider port, aux port
  • Computer hand control: Double-line, 16-character LCD with 19 fibre optic backlit LED buttons
  • Database: 38,000+ objects; 200 user-defined programmable objects; enhanced information on 200+ objects
  • Telescope warranty: 2 years

Technology

  • All-Star Polar alignment
  • Flash upgradeable
  • NexRemote
  • SkyAlign technology
  • StarBright XLT
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