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Stellar Window Offers A Unique View Of The Solar System
Are you interested in the solar system and for ways to see it with a unique view? Then you should know about Stellar Window with is a planetarium software that was made by Fairy Devices in Japan.
This software offers many features and benefits that anyone who likes studying the solar system will enjoy. Some of the different features and benefits include:
1. With this astronomical software you will be able to see the starry sky and different celestial objects in your own home.
You can even enjoy this outdoors or keep it indoors. This is possible because the sensor can be held in the palm of your hand or you can piggyback it on the optical equipment. This provides excellent entertainment for anyone.
2. The images that are seen are computer graphics and some are also natural images. You definitely get a unique and beautiful view by combining these two images.
3. Have you always wanted to see star fields or celestial objects, but didn't know how to before? With this software you will be able to see just that because these images were taken by the best astrophotographers. There are also thousands of photos that were done by Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS).
4. You will be able to see so many amazing objects with this software. Some of the different objects that can be viewed using this software include:
- A total of 2.6 million stars
- The eight planets in the Solar System
- The major moons of the eight planets
- Artificial satellites such as the Hubble Space Telescope or the International Space Station
5. Due to the realism of this software you will really feel like you are in the Solar System yourself. It can simulate meteor showers and many other amazing things that will put you right in the middle of an amazing site.
6. This software has been designed to speak about the remaining angles for a preset object, while it is busy moving the sensor toward the final target. This is very convenient if you have it mounted on an object such as binoculars or on a tripod.
The Stellar Window definitely makes a great educational tool for anyone, and it provides a lot of fun at the same time. You will not go wrong with this planetarium software. If you love learning about the Solar System you can use it in the comfort of your own home.
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what is a good telescope?
hey so for christmas i want to get my boyfriend a telescope, and theres one thats 114 mm reflector telescope, it includes tripod with accessory tray and the skyX planetarium software. i know nothing about telescopes so i dont know if this is good enough quality or not.
There are many types of telescopes available for at-home use. For the beginning astronomer, it can be difficult to decide what telescope is the most appropriate choice. Knowing some of the basics about telescopes---how they work, how large certain telescopes are, costs, upkeep, etc.---can help amateur stargazers decide what telescope fits best with their individual budgets and lifestyles.
Choosing the Right Telescope
Both refractor and reflector telescopes can be used at home, and they come in a variety of sizes, makes and models. The determining factors for choosing a telescope are what you expect to get out of the stargazing experience, whether it will be used inside or outside, whether you plan to travel with it, and how much light is in the surrounding area.
Generally, the higher a telescope's aperture (its ability to collect light), the better it will be at viewing distinct features in the night sky. A telescope's aperture is in positive correlation to the size of the objective lens or primary mirror. From a suburban setting, it is possible to see craters on the moon with an aperture of 2 to 3 inches. To see the rings around Saturn, however, a 6- to 9-inch aperture will be necessary. Furthermore, the closer you live to a city or other light area, the more light pollution there will be, and the more difficult it will be to view certain stellar bodies. From an apartment in the middle of San Diego, it may be nearly impossible to view Jupiter without an 8-inch aperture. From the top of a dormant volcano in Hawaii, however, it may be relatively simple to spot different galaxies with a 6-inch aperture. What you plan to view and where you live are major factors in choosing a telescope.
If price is an issue, reflector telescopes are almost necessarily the way to go. Making the lenses for refractor telescopes is an expensive and difficult process; this is reflected (no pun intended) in the price of refractor telescopes. It is often beneficial to look in newspapers and peruse the Internet for used telescopes. Most serious individuals take care of their astronomical equipment, and you can likely get a telescope for half the price of a new one.
Furthermore, size will probably be an issue. A 10-inch reflector telescope in a studio apartment is going to take up a lot of space. If you plan to take the telescope to darker areas such as fields or parks, it will also probably be beneficial to get a smaller, more portable telescope. Refractor telescopes, because of their design, are often a bit smaller and easier to transport. If this telescope will reside in a garage or attic until Friday night when it is transported a short distance to the driveway or backyard, a larger reflector telescope might be more beneficial.
These are all issues worth considering before purchasing a telescope, and they will be different for every individual. Consider your location, your budget, and what you expect to get out of your telescope, as all of these will ultimately impact the enjoyment that you derive from your stargazing experience.
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 Brand New Coleman AstroWatch 50mm Refractor Telescope with Tripod Software  US $49.00
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 Brand New Coleman AstroWatch AT50 Refractor Telescope with Tripod Software US $49.00
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Philips SPC900NC PC Web Camera with VGA CCD Sensor and USB 2.0 Interface
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Celestron 21061 AstroMaster 70 AZ Refractor Telescope
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BARSKA 40070 Starwatcher Compact Refractor Telescope with Table Top Tripod And Carrying Case
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DescriptionAn ideal entry-level telescope for amateur astronomers, the Barska Starwatcher 300-power telescope brings you closer than ever to the stars and planets. The refractor telescope is equipped with such features as coated glass optics for enhanced image brightness, interchangeable eyepieces with 3x Barlow lenses for increased viewing power, and smooth-functioning mounts. For good measure, Barska added a beginner's version of the highly popular Deepsky Astronomy software, which is packed with a searchable database of more than 10,000 objects, including nebulae, star clusters, double stars, variable stars, and other types. Simply load it on your PC and begin your journey to the stars and planets. Bundled with a sturdy adjustable tripod and a soft carrying case, the telescope carries Barska's limited lifetime warranty. Specifications Max power: 300x Focal length: 400mm Finder scope: 5x24 Draw tube: 1.25 inches Eyepiece 1: SR4 Eyepiece 2: K20 Diagonal: 45 degrees Warranty: Limited lifetime About Barska Barska is a worldwide sport optics company with strong brand recognition within the optics industry, with corporate offices in La Verne, California, and warehouses and distribution centers in La Verne and Shanghai, China. Barska offers an extensive line of precision sport optics products, such as binoculars, riflescopes, spotting scopes, and telescopes. The product range has been designed and built with the latest optical technology, allowing users to enjoy all their favorite leisure time outdoor activities, including bird watching, outdoor observation, hunting, fishing, stargazing, concerts, and sporting events. The Barska 40070 Starwatcher Compact Refractor Telescope with Table Top Tripod and Carrying Case is an ideal telescope for the aspiring amateur astronomer. Ideal for students or those interested in learning more about the night sky, the 70mm objective lens can zoom up to 300x power. Use one of the interchangeable eyepieces with a 3x power Barlow lens for increased viewing capability. A pan-head mount and tripod is included with the telescope along with a handy carrying case. Take this portable telescope outdoors at night and the stars will open up before your eyes. There's an amazing show to be seen in the night sky and this Barska travel telescope is a great tool. You get a totally portable 300x telescope with a 70mm objective lens and a tabletop tripod. You also get a copy of the highly popular Deep Sky software, which includes a searchable database of over 10,000 celestial objects and a What's Up Wizard that delivers a list of what is visible at the observer's location. The telescope is a precision optical instrument that is perfect for the aspiring astronomer on the go. Includes the telescope, finder scope, eyepieces, software and a carry case. Features
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
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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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Orion Observer 70mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope
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DescriptionThis tried-and-true refractor goes the extra distance in introducing the novice to the wonders of the night sky. The Observer 70 features a 70mm fully anti-reflection coated achromatic objective lens, which provides 36% more light-gathering ability than a 60mm. Its 700mm focal length (f/10) will show you the stark beauty of the lunar surface, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's atmospheric belts, or the billowy clouds of the Orion Nebula. The included EQ-1 equatorial mount comes equipped with dual slow-motion controls for manual star tracking and adjustable aluminum tripod. Includes an EZ Finder II finder scope to help you zero in on your celestial targets, two eyepieces - 25mm (1.25") and 10mm (1.25") - and 90-deg star diagonal. One year limited warranty. Orion’s Observer 70 EQ combines the solid optical performance of a classic achromatic refractor with a German style equatorial mount. The Observer 70 features very good optics and 36 percent more light gathering power than 60mm beginner scopes. The complete accessory package includes high and low power eyepieces, a 90 degree star diagonal, a red-dot finder, illustrated instructions, and Orion‘s Starry Night Special Edition astronomy software. The Observer 70 EQ features very good optical performance. Achromatic refractors have a two piece objective lens, the second lens element compensates for “chromatic aberration”, the false color or blue fringes seen in low cost telescopes. In daylight tests I see very little blue fringing with the standard equipment 10mm eyepiece (70X magnification), and none at all with the 25mm eyepiece (28X). Stars and planets show up very nicely with the Observer 70. The quadruple star in the Orion Nebula known as the Trapezium is cleanly split into four components with the 10mm eyepiece (70X magnification). When I combine the 10mm eyepiece with a 2X Barlow lens for 140X magnification, I’m treated to lovely views of Saturn’s rings and the little orange disk of Mars. My view of the Moon is delightfully crisp and clear; the 25mm eyepiece nicely frames the Lunar disk, and using the 10mm eyepiece I can easily see mountain peaks and terraced walls inside the crater Copernicus. The Observer 70 EQ also features an aluminum tripod and an EQ-1 equatorial mount. The equatorial mount is a little more complicated to balance and align than the Observer 70 AZ , but the reward is better slow motion control and tracking at magnifications over 100X. Simply point the equatorial axis at Polaris, the North Star, and the telescope tracks celestial objects by turning one slow motion knob. This makes it much easier to use a high power eyepiece while viewing the Moon and Planets. The “EZ Finder II” works by shining a red LED on a small window; just look through the window and line up the red spot with your target. This works OK for bright objects like the Moon and planets but not so well for finding galaxies and deep space objects. Orion’s Observer 70 EQ is simply a very good entry level telescope for a student or family. The good quality 70mm optics produce an image that is significantly sharper and brighter than 60mm beginner scopes, and the package includes a solid mount, two good eyepieces, and fully illustrated instructions. --Jeff Phillips Pros: Reliable refractor design Good views of the Moon and planets Complete accessory package Starry Night software included Cons: Finder only works for bright objects Features
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Orion Apex 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
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DescriptionWith a tube length of 11 inches, a 90mm (3.5") precision-polished fully multi-coated meniscus front lens, and solid uncompromising construction. the Apex 90 Compact Mak is a paragon of portability, optical excellence, and durability. Better still, it's one of the most versatile scopes we offer. The Apex 90 delivers bright, high-contrast images, and with a focal length of 1250mm (f/13.9) you also get a generous image scale. It features a built-in 1/4"-20 adapter plate that makes it easy to mount onto a standard photo tripod for viewing grand daytime vistas. Attach a 35mm camera to the scope's visual back (with a T-ring adapter sold separately) and use the whole assembly as powerful telephoto lens for astrophotography and terrestrial shooting. What more could you want? Includes a 25mm Plossl eyepiece, 6x20 finder scope, 45-deg correct-image diagonal, and fully padded carrying case. One-year limited warranty. Features
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Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector
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DescriptionThe Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector is a Newtonian reflector telescope packaged with a sturdy equatorial mount, two Explorer II eyepieces, a 6x30 finder scope, and Orion‘s Starry Night Special Edition software. Invented by Sir Isaac Newton, reflector telescopes provide more light gathering power per dollar than any other telescope design. With 130mm (5.1 inches) of aperture, the SpaceProbe 130 produces images that are twice as bright as 90mm telescopes and more than four times brighter than 60mm beginner scopes. The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector with its Explorer II eyepieces serves up bright, clear images of the Moon, the planets, and even deep space objects like star clusters and galaxies. The 25mm eyepiece magnifies the image by 36 times; when I look at the Pleiades or Seven Sisters cluster at 36X the SpaceProbe 130 shows me a bright open cluster with dozens of point-like stars filling the field of view. When I use the 10mm eyepiece (90X magnification) the lunar disk fills the field of view and the rings of Saturn are plainly resolved. And when I use an optional Ultima 2X Barlow with the 10mm eyepiece for 180X magnification I can see the cloud bands of Jupiter and pick out individual stars in bright globular clusters like M13. The EQ2 equatorial mount included with the Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector comes partially assembled, but it shouldn’t take long to set up. The trick to using an equatorial mount is to point the polar axis at Polaris, the North Star. Once the mount is aligned and balanced, the telescope tracks stars and planets at high power with just a turn of one slow motion knob. You can even add an optional motor drive for hands free tracking. The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope is a simply a great value. The Explorer II eyepieces deliver bright sharp images of the Moon, the planets and the stars, and the EQ2 mount can be motorized for hands free tracking. --Jeff Phillips Pros: More than 4 times brighter than 60mm scopes Includes two eyepieces and a 6x30 finder Solid equatorial mount and aluminum tripod Starry Night software and SkyTheatre DVD included Ships to the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector Telescope An affordable but very capable telescope130mm aperture and 900mm focal length for great all-around viewing performanceIncludes sturdy tripod and equatorial mount for hands-free celestial trackingIncludes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, collimation cap, and FREE Starry Night astronomy softOne-year limited warranty A lot of folks shopping for their first telescope tell us that they have always had a fascination with the stars. They've been wanting to get a telescope for a long time, they say. We understand very well the lure of the night sky. It has intrigued mankind for millennia with its beauty and mysteriousness. And still does. So it's only natural to want to know more about it, to get a closer look. If you share this fascination, and are ready finally to spring for that telescope, then consider the affordable but very capable Orion SpaceProbe 130mm EQ Reflector Telescope. Sporting the classic long-tube Newtonian design, the Orion SpaceProbe 130mm provides great all-around viewing performance. One minute you can be studying lunar crater formations at high power; the next, the ethereal glow of a nebular star factory. A few minutes later, the ringed visage of Saturn. All served in crisp detail by way of the SpaceProbe's light-gathering 130mm (5.1") primary mirror of 900mm focal length (f/6.9). The mirror lies at the base of the rolled-steel optical tube, which is outfitted with a smooth rack-and-pinion focuser. It accepts 1.25" telescope eyepieces, including the two fully coated Explorer II telescope eyepieces that come standard with the Orion SpaceProbe 130mm: a 25mm for low-power viewing at 36x and a 10mm for higher-power looks at 90x. Also standard is a 6x30 achromatic finder scope to help home in on celestial targets. The mount is our sturdy EQ-2 equatorial model, with adjustable aluminum legs and accessory tray. Slow-motion controls allow fine Features
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Alpen 20x50 Waterproof Mini-Spotting Scope
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DescriptionSpotting scope users demand top-quality optics that perform flawlessly under all weather conditions. Enter the Alpen 20x50 mini spotting scope, a waterproof, fogproof spotting scope that's ideal for backcountry use or just checking out the scenery from your backyard. Despite the compact size, the mini scope is still plenty powerful, with a 20x magnification that provides crisp close-up viewing of distant objects. The scope's BK7 lenses and multicoated optics, meanwhile, guarantee superior brightness, resolution, and edge clarity regardless of your subject. And the Alpen scope stands up to rough handling thanks to the nitrogen-filled housing, which is waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. The 20x50 scope also includes a couple of handy extras: a retractable sunshade to help reduce glare and a small adjustable tabletop tripod for stability. Also bundled with a nylon carrying case, the scope is backed by Alpen's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Specifications Magnification: 20x Objective lens diameter: 50mm Focus system: Eyepiece Prism type: Porro Field of view: 147 feet @ 1,000 yards Exit pupil: 2.5mm Eye relief: 16mm Close focus distance: 17 feet Prism material: BK7 lenses Lens coating: Multicoated Tripod adaptable: Yes Waterproof/fogproof: Yes Type of case: Nylon Length: 7.5 inches Weight: 10 ounces Warranty: Lifetime About Alpen Optics Established in 1997, Alpen Optics produces a full line of binoculars, spotting scopes, riflescopes, and accessories designed to offer superior value to the consumer. The company produces more than 70 products and accessories chock full of features and benefits normally found on much more expensive brands. Alpen backs up its commitment to quality manufacturing with a limited lifetime factory warranty. Alpen is headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Alpen Spotting Scopes Winner of Great Buy Award in 2003 2004 and 2005 as seen in Outdoor Life Magazine.Spotting scope users demand top quality optics that perform flawlessly under all weather conditions. ALPEN Spotting Scopes are nitrogen filled waterproof dustproof and shock-resistant.All ALPEN Spotting Scopes feature powerful lenses and e standard with a durable padded field carrying case (except #788 kit). Most models e with a portable 12" swivel-head tripod.Alpen Spotting Scope Features: Multi-coated optics Waterproof and nitrogen filled Powerful zoom eyepieces Extendable sun shade Straight and 45-degree models Durable padded field carrying case (except #788 kit) ALPEN's lifetime warranty Features
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