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Orion Three-Fan Cooling System for Convex-Back Dobsonians
Sale Price: $59.99 |
DescriptionThis time-saving cooling system features three fans which have been custom designed to fit the Orion XX14g GoTo Dobsonian primary mirror cell. All three small fans work in tandem to help reduce the amount of time needed for the telescope to reach thermal equilibrium with the ambient air temperature of your observing location. You'll enjoy peak performance from your XX14g GoTo Dobsonian without having to wait as long for the air inside the telescope to cool down to the same temperature as your stargazing site. Consisting of three 12-volt DC, 0.12A fans which are wired in parallel, the Orion Three-Fan Cooling System for Convex-Back Dobsonians features a single 35" long power cable splitter for convenient use. Each fan boasts 33.4 CFM (cubic foot per minute) air flow to help significantly accelerate cooling of your Dobsonian telescope's optics. The fans operate quietly without vibrating, and they mount easily in threaded holes on the the XX14g primary mirror cell with included hardware. For best results, run the Orion Three-Fan Cooling System prior to using the reflector telescope. You can also use the cooling fans intermittently between observations to compensate for any ambient temperature changes that may occur. Power is supplied using the included battery holder which accepts 8 D-cell batteries (batteries not included). Since the Three-Fan Cooling System current draw is a low 0.36 amps, a full battery holder with 8 D-cells will provide over 24 hours of use. Features
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I can connect my telescope Bushnell Northstar to my PC?
The Bushnell Northstar Goto interface is an empty socket. Can this jack is used to connect to a PC to control the positioning of the telescope?
Could possibly a place to connect a power supply? Bushnell Telescopes are usually poor quality and not worth the trouble connecting to computers. The Northstar GOTO may be new to them. I did not realize that even offered GOTO. Maybe they are trying to regain the reputation it once had back in the early 70's. Maybe.
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![]() NEW Celestron NexStar 6 SE GoTo Telescope Free Ship Tax Free US $799.00
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![]() New Orion SkyQuest XT10g Computerized GoTo Dobsonian Telescope US $1,249.99
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Orion Three-Fan Cooling System for Convex-Back Dobsonians
Sale Price: $59.99 |
DescriptionThis time-saving cooling system features three fans which have been custom designed to fit the Orion XX14g GoTo Dobsonian primary mirror cell. All three small fans work in tandem to help reduce the amount of time needed for the telescope to reach thermal equilibrium with the ambient air temperature of your observing location. You'll enjoy peak performance from your XX14g GoTo Dobsonian without having to wait as long for the air inside the telescope to cool down to the same temperature as your stargazing site. Consisting of three 12-volt DC, 0.12A fans which are wired in parallel, the Orion Three-Fan Cooling System for Convex-Back Dobsonians features a single 35" long power cable splitter for convenient use. Each fan boasts 33.4 CFM (cubic foot per minute) air flow to help significantly accelerate cooling of your Dobsonian telescope's optics. The fans operate quietly without vibrating, and they mount easily in threaded holes on the the XX14g primary mirror cell with included hardware. For best results, run the Orion Three-Fan Cooling System prior to using the reflector telescope. You can also use the cooling fans intermittently between observations to compensate for any ambient temperature changes that may occur. Power is supplied using the included battery holder which accepts 8 D-cell batteries (batteries not included). Since the Three-Fan Cooling System current draw is a low 0.36 amps, a full battery holder with 8 D-cells will provide over 24 hours of use. Features
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
Sale Price: $349.99 |
DescriptionA powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability. You and your whole family will appreciate the bright, clear views of the night sky provided by the XT8 Classic. The Moon and planets of our solar system like Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars shine brightly in the SkyQuest XT8 Classic, allowing you to inspect them in detail. The XT8's 8-inch aperture is also large enough to gather a significant amount of light from more distant celestial objects for great views of sparkling star clusters, cloudy nebulas, and faraway galaxies. The XT8 Classic Dob is a tremendous value considering the high quality views it provides on such a wide variety of celestial objects. The point-and-view simplicity of the Dobsonian design is not as complicated as an equatorial (EQ) mount and tripod, so with a little practice, your whole family can scan the heavens just like experienced hobbyists. For any astronomer seeking serious adventure, the XT8 Classic Dob has it all! Features
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Meade 20218 NG-70SM 70mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope
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DescriptionMeade 20218 NG-70SM 70mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope Meade's value priced NG-70SM Altazimuth Refractor is an affordable entry level telescope that features an easy to use Altazimuth mount with slow motion controls for precise tracking. The complete package includes a sturdy metal tripod, a red dot viewfinder, two 1.25 inch eyepieces and a star diagonal, and a software DVD with instructional video. The NG-70SM Refractor Telescope comes disassembled in a compact box, but the instructional DVD video guides you through all the steps required for assembly. Go ahead and try it out in the daytime, that's the best time to align the red-dot finder scope while looking at a distant tree or telephone pole. The optics of Meade's NG-70SM produce an image that is right side up but the diagonal mirror reverses the image left-to-right. That's no problem most of the time, but an optional correct image diagonal is available. The low power 25mm eyepiece produces a magnification 28X which is just right for spotting the Moon or the planets, while the 9mm eyepiece (78X magnification) can be used to zoom in for more detail. The MH25 eyepiece at 28X shows a lovely view of the Lunar disk in a dark sky, while the MH9 eyepiece at 78X shows literally hundreds of craters on the Moon and begins to show the rings of Saturn and the cloud bands of Jupiter. For even better views it's easy to add better eyepieces. My best view of Saturn, for example, came with an optional 6.4mm Super Plossl eyepiece, about 110X magnification. The Altazimuth mount included with Meade's NG-70SM is lighter and easier to use than an Equatorial mount, yet the slow motion knobs make it easy to keep objects in view. The rotation of the Earth causes the Moon or planets to appear to drift out of the eyepiece, but the slow motion knobs make it easy to keep the telescope on target, even with a high power eyepiece. The telescope is sensitive to vibration, however, so a high power eyepiece can be difficult to focus. Meade's NG-70SM is a good entry level telescope at a very good price. The optics are good, the Altazimuth mount is easy to assemble and easy to use, the instructional DVD includes a nice Lunar Atlas as well as planetarium software, and it's easy to add better eyepieces to improve your view of the planets. –Jeff Phillips Pros: Light and easy to use Altazimuth mount includes slow motion knobs Easy to add better eyepieces Instructional DVD included; Cons: MH eyepieces have narrow field of view Vibrates while focusing at high power MEADE 20218 NG-70SM 70mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope Features
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Celestron SkyScout Personal Planetarium
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Go-To Telescopes Under Suburban Skies (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
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DescriptionGo-To Telescopes Under Suburban Skies is the first book specifically written for amateur astronomers who own, or who are about to purchase, a computer-controlled âgo-toâ telescope. The advantage of the âgo-toâ capability is enormous â the telescope can be aimed at any object in the sky with great speed and accuracy â which is why these instruments are so popular. Making the realistic assumption that the observer is using a relatively small telescope and is observing from a backyard in a suburban area, this book provides literally hundreds more targets beyond those offered by the built-in ânightly toursâ that feature on the telescopeâs computer tours. And instead of wasting many pages on maps and coordinates, it leads the computer to locate the targets, and so has room to suggest many more fascinating deep-sky objects and provide detailed observing lists and information about what's being viewed. |
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Bushnell Northstar 300 x 90mm Motorized Telescope w/ Real Voice Output
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Description1250 X 90MM MOTORIZED GOTO MAKSUTOV-CASSEGRAIN TELESCOPE4MM & 25MM EYEPIECESERECT IMAGE DIAGONAL MIRROR FOR LANDING VIEWGO TO COMPUTERIZED TRACKING TECHNOLOGYRED DOT LED FINDERSCOPEREMOTE HAND-HELD CONTROL MODULE WITH REAL VOICE OUTPUT CAMERA ADAPTABLEQUICK RELEASE TRIPODKINEMATIC MOUNTACCESSORY TRAYUPC : 029757788894Shipping Dimensions : 42.75in X 18.50in X 10.00inEstimated Shipping Weight : 47.6431 The NorthStar Telescope from Bushnell makes it possible for amateur astronomers to identify, locate, and track celestial objects with simple, push-button control. Combining high-quality optics with computer-driven location technology and a built-in database of 20,000 celestial objects, the NorthStar unveils the mysteries of the night sky. The telescope comes with a hand-held remote control module that allows you to call up your target by entering a simple "Go To" command. The NorthStar computer then locates the target, and once locked on to the target, tracks it automatically for prolonged viewing. Meanwhile, the innovative RVO (Real Voice Output) feature on the remote provides a fun, interactive way to explore the night sky. The telescope also features a 1x wide-angle, red dot, finderscope that allows the user to quickly sight in on areas of the sky and find objects quickly. The NorthStar Telescope comes complete with a quick-release tripod, kinematic mount, and an accessory tray for fast, easy assembly. Features and Specifications: 1250 by 90-millimeter Motorized GoTo Maksutov-Cassegrain Magnifications: 50x, 312.5x 4 and 25 millimeter eyepieces Erect image diagonal mirror for land viewing "Go To" computerized tracking technology Red Dot LED finderscope Remote hand-held control module with Real Voice Output (RVO) Camera adaptable Quick release tripod Kinematic mount Accessory tray Maksutov-Cassegrain Design This design utilizes a spherically curved front lens element in conjunction with a similarly curved primary mirror, providing sharp images in a compact folded-light path package. The total optical system provides a focal length much longer than the actual optical tube body length. "GO TO" Computerized Star Locator The Go To Star Locator utilizes an on-board computer and advanced motorized technology to allow you to quickly locate and automatically follow over 20,000 pre-programmed astronomical objects with the touch of a button. Educational descriptions of each object are also provided. Talking, Hand-Held, Remote Control Module The hand-held control module features red, backlit push buttons and a red, illuminated LCD read-out for easy viewing that won't impair your night vision. The talking feature of the remote describes the night sky with the touch of a button, in a real human voice. Kinematic Mount This simple yet high-precision altaz mount features three points of contact in both the horizontal and vertical planes for optimum shape, so that you can set up your view quickly, easily, and accurately. Features
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Bushnell 788890 Northstar 90Mm Maksutove Telescope (Binoculars / Telescopes)
Sale Price: $399.00 |
DescriptionBUSHNELL 788890 NORTHSTAR 90MM MAKSUTOVE TELESCOPE. 1250 X 90MM MOTORIZED GOTO MAKSUTOV-CASSEGRAIN TELESCOPE, 4MM & 25MM EYEPIECES, ERECT IMAGE DIAGONAL MIRROR FOR LANDING VIEW, GO TO COMPUTERIZED TRACKING TECHNOLOGY, RED DOT LED FINDERSCOPE, REMOTE HAND-HELD CONTROL MODULE WITH REAL VOICE OUTPUT, CAMERA ADAPTABLE, QUICK RELEASE TRIPOD, KINEMATIC MOUNT, ACCESSORY TRAY |
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Vanguard Orros 1042 Binoculars
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DescriptionThe Vanguard Orros 10x42 Binocular is a trusted, go-to optics for any kind of outdoor adventure. Whether you're fishing, hiking, hunting or cheering at a sporting event, Orros provides a crisp, high resolution image. BaK4 roof prisms and multi-coated lenses provide great light transmission with impressive brightness. Compact and lightweight, this Orros binocular is designed to be used for hours without tire.O-ring sealed, they're 100-percent waterproof and fog-proof so they'll never let you down in challenging weather or if they slip overboard. Textured rubber armor provides shock resistance and a comfortable, solid grip you can rely on even in slippery conditions. The large focus adjustment wheel enables you to make adjustments easily while wearing gloves. Features
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Meade Coronado Goto Telescope Mount, 497, Milapse
Sale Price: $249.00 |
DescriptionTHIS IS THE MOUNT SYSTEM ONLY, THE TELESCOPE IS NOT INCLUDED. Here's a really nice quality Meade single-arm Alt-Az (up-down, right-left) motorized mount. This is the Deluxe setup used in the now famous MILAPSE youtube video. Included in the package is: the mount head, the 497 hand paddle, the L bracket, compass, tripod and instructions. These are the same mounts used on the Meade DS2000 series telescopes, and for use with the Coronado PST and othersolar-viewing scopes. And this one comes with the top of the line and upgradable Meade 497 controller-- go-to and tracking capabilities for the sun and over 30,000 night sky objects! You also get continuosly variable rates for you long exposure moving Milapse videos. This will also hold a variety of small refractors and maksutov or SCT tubes. It was specifically made for the solar scopes from Coronado, a Meade company. Replace your bad mount, pick up a spare, or adapt this mount to work on your telescope -- the Alt-Az mount is the simplest mount made and can be used for dozens of different scopes weighing as much as 15 pounds. Or you can get creative and adapt it for use with variety of different binoculars or telescopes -- you're only limited by your imagination and skill! Easily adapted to smaller telescopes, cameras , and binoculars by using any type of spacers or home-made adapters. No counter-weights required! This unit comes complete with the adjustable aluminum tripod, aluminum L bracket, compass/level, accessory tray and Meade 497 controller, which AUTOMATICALLY FINDS (after proper setup) and tracks over 30,000 night sky objects!. Or, it mounts flat to any surface with the supplied single "bolt" that threads directly into the center of the base. The possibilities with this set-up are endless and only limited to your imagination -- mount it to bannister rails, picnic tables, adapters from car windows, pick-up truck beds, just about anything you can dream up! |
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TwinStar Black 6" iOptron Computer Controlled Reflector Telescope
Sale Price: $459.99 |
DescriptionThis telescope is perfect for backyard astronomy enthusiasts or older children with space on the brain. Simply align the telescope with the North Star, choose the object you want to see on the handheld controller and the computerized mount does the rest. With a large 150mm (6 inch) primary mirror and a 1400mm focal length, this large reflector telescope is the high magnification instrument for planetary and deep space astronomy. You can observe fabulous nebulae, galaxies, binary star systems and most of the famed deep-space Messier objects. Of course, with this telescope, you can see outstanding detail when viewing the moon and you can see the Rings of Saturn and the Moons of Jupiter. Did we mention that all you have to do to see a new object is push a button? The iOptron SmartStar-E Alt-Azimuth Mount, a.k.a. The Cube, is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit. In addition, there are no "dead spots" -- so you can point your telescope anywhere above the horizon, whereas, other mounts block the telescope tube at certain points of rotation. This mount comes standard with AC connection, but also accepts 8 AA cell batteries for use at home or in the field (Batteries sold separately). The revolutionary GoToNova computerized control system is by far the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today. With a database of 5,000 celestial objects, including all of the most famous galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, not to mention the planets, you'll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button. The GoToNova Controller is much easier to use than other similar products. The hand controller is more intuitive with menu categories better organized. It also has a larger LCD screen with more lines of content compared with the competition. With the easy-to-use hand controller you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go. Features
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