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Celestron Advanced VX 6\" Refractor Telescope #22020 For Sale

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Celestron Advanced VX 6\" Refractor Telescope #22020:
$1499.00

Used but in like new condition. Fully tested.

SCRIPTION

The Advanced VX sets a new standard in mid-level telescopes, providing many of the features found on Celestron's most sophisticated German equatorial mounts at an extremely affordable price. The Advanced VX 6" refractor telescope offers no obstruction of the aperture and at a focal ratio of f/8, the telescope provides you the highest possible contrast when viewing celestial objects, especially the planets. The Advanced VX mount is designed to provide superior performance for smaller telescopes while taking advantage of Celestron's most advanced technologies: All-Star Polar Alignment, Celestron PWI telescope control software, SkyAlign, and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC).ignment, Celestron PWI telescope control software, SkyAlign, and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC).

If you're an experienced imager, you'll love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site and enjoying all the conveniences of a larger observatory mount. Or, if you're new to imaging, Advanced VX will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.

Computerized German equatorial mount

The Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestron's German equatorial mounts. The computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. The Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control, an autoguider, and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories. The NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2" diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability.

Payload capacity

The payload capacity for the Advanced VX is 30 lb. It offers a sturdy platform for any of the Advanced VX optical tubes, even when paired with optional accessories like StarSense AutoAlign, Focus Motor, a finderscope, and a camera. Celestron's payload capacity does not include the weight of the counterweights.

Dual saddle plate

As of early 2019, Advanced VX mounts now include a new dual saddle plate that accommodates both CG-5 and CGE-style dovetail. Switching between the two saddle plates is as simple as moving the hand knobs into a separate set of holes. Now you can use an Advanced VX mount with virtually any optical tube within its weight limit.

Software

Celestron PWI Telescope Control Software

Your Ultimate Astronomy Software Suite

All current Celestron computerized telescopes include Celestron PWI (CPWI), the most advanced astronomy software suite provided with any consumer-grade telescope. Celestron's experts co-developed CPWI with the engineers at PlaneWave Instruments. The result is an all-in-one solution offering you many of the same features used on PlaneWave's observatory-class telescopes.

Graphical planetarium interface with PointXP advanced mount modelling allows you to add 100+ points to your alignment model for the most accurate pointing and tracking possible

Ideal for remote observatory setups: save and re-load your alignment and park your scope

Provides a complete ASCOM telescope interface to allow control of the telescope from third party software applications

Starry Night Software

Included with your purchase is a free download of Celestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software. This advanced software by Simulation Curriculum offers detailed information about celestial objects and helps you plan your next observing or imaging session. The Special Edition software also allows you to control your telescope via computer.

FEATURES

6" (150mm) f/8 objective lens is perfect for high contrast planetary views

The most compact and portable of Celestron's German equatorial mounts offers the same rigidity as our larger mounts with minimal flexure and an improved industrial design

Holds a maximum instrument capacity of 30 lb

Every feature an astroimager wants: PEC, an autoguider port, the ability to image across the meridian, and more

NEW dual saddle plate is compatible with the narrow dovetail and larger CGE dovetail

Latitude range allows the mount to perform between 7 and 77 Degree latitude

SPECIFICATIONS

Optical Design Refractor

Aperture (mm) 150mm (6")

Telescope Type Computerized (GOTO)

Focal Length 1200mm (47")

Focal Ratio F/8

Focal Length of Eyepiece 20mm

Magnification of Eyepiece 1 60x

Finderscope 9x50

Star Diagonal 1.25" Star Diagonal

Optical Tube Aluminum

Highest Useful Magnification 354x

Lowest Useful Magnification 21x

Limiting Stellar Magnitude 13.4

Resolution (Rayleigh) .93 arc seconds

Resolution (Dawes) .77 arc secondss

Light Gathering Power 459x

Secondary Mirror Obstruction None

Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter None

Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area None

Optical Coatings Fully Coated

Optical Tube Length 1295mm (51")

Optical Tube Diameter 171.45mm (6.75")

Optical Tube Weight 19 lbs (8.62 kg)

Dovetail Vixen/CG-5 Dovetail bar

Mount Type Computerized Equatorial

Instrument Load Capacity 30 lbs (13.6 kg)

Height Adjustment Range (includes mount and tripod)

1118mm - 1626mm (44" - 64")

Tripod Adjustable, Stainless Steel

Tripod Leg Diameter 50.8mm (2")

Latitude Adjustment Range 7 - 77 degree

Mount Head Weight 17 lbs (7.71 kg)

Accessory Tray Yes

Tripod Weight 18 lbs (8.16 kg)

Weight of Counterweights 2 x 12 lbs

Slew Speeds 9 slew speeds - max speed 4½/second

Tracking Rates Sidereal, Solar and Lunar

Tracking Modes EQ North & EQ South

GPS Optional

Dovetail Compatibility Vixen/CG-5 saddle plate

Number of Auxiliary ports 3 Aux ports (1 hand control and 2 AUX ports for optional accessorie s

Autoguide Port Yes

USB Port Yes, input on Hand Control

Power Requirements 12V DC 3.5A (tip positive)

Motor Drive DC servo motors

Alignment Procedures 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align

Periodic Error Correction Yes

Computerized Hand Control 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 port for PC connection

NexStar+ Database 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects

Software Celestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App

Total Kit Weight 78 lbs (35.38 kg)

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