telescopes for astronomy meade
telescopes for astronomy meade
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Celestron 21024 FirstScope Telescope
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DescriptionIn 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history's most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. Honoring the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us. The FirstScope is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style telescope features a 76mm aperture reflector optical tube. FirstScope is an ideal entry-level astronomical telescope. It is very easy to observe with; you simply navigate the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of the desired object, making the viewing experience a snap! The compact design makes it easy enough to take with you on your next outdoor adventure. FirstScope is also stylish enough to be a decorative fixture on your bookshelf or desk. Features
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What Is The Best Beginner Telescope?
Are you considering getting into backyard astronomy? Even though there is much good with Hubble Space Telescope images, there is nothing like having your own telescope to view the heavens. As you read, you will discover more about: * What You Need To Get Into Backyard Astronomy? * What Is A Good Beginner Telescope? * Looking At The Different Brands And Buying Your First Telescope * What You Need To Get Into Backyard Astronomy? There was once a time when we didn't have such advanced optical scientific instruments, such as telescopes. In the basic form, all that you require to view the heavens is to step outside and look up! However, with all the good equipment available, wouldn't it be nice to actually take a peep at these great objects in space? The telescopes available today, allow this. In essence then, a telescope is one great way for a beginner to start getting the most out of our universe! The next point is to also have a good start atlas and or a practical astronomy book, which can help you go from beginner to intermediate astronomy hobbyist. * What Is A Good Beginner Telescope? The adage - you get what you pay for holds true in this case also. I have seen many cheap telescopes for sale that don't do much. Yes, they ok to look at the Moon, but start trying to use them for planets or deep space objects, and the problem becomes known - they are no good for true astronomy! The solution is to invest in a good telescope. These telescopes generally range in the price range of $150 to $500, and you also have those less than the $150, and those that reach skies the limit! Setting a budget is a great idea! If it is your first telescope, and you want to do some backyard astronomy, then sticking around the $250 mark should result in you buying a good scientific instrument that will last for years. * Looking At The Different Brands And Buying Your First Telescope There are many different brands for telescopes. Listing all of them would be pointless, because of space constraints! Some of these companies produce and sell tens of thousands of telescopes each year, while some only sell a handful. What we will focus on, is the proven telescopes that produce amazing results. Companies such as Meade, Celestron, and Orion are manufacturers who produce some great models. These companies are proven, in that they offer good optics, good telescopes, and good support. These companies also produce a wide range of models. This is a bonus because you can find low end versions, middle priced versions, and higher end versions that are great for small and medium sized observatories! Buying your first telescope can be done through specialized stores that deal with astronomy and telescopes. The alternative is to go online, as there are many stores that specialize in telescopes for astronomy.
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need help with telescope eyepieces?
Im new to astronomy I got a meade 16" lightbridge telescope really cheap it came with a 24mm eyepiece.I saw saturn tonight it looked small but clear i was expecting a bit more from such a big telescope my back is killing me.so can someone tell me what eyepieces are good for this scope someone told me televue are good but there are a few so help please?
Expectations can be discouraging. Since you are new to the hobby, you perhaps did not know what to really expect, but thought that you would see much more with such an impressive scope. The truth is that the planets don't look that much better in this scope than they do in some smaller ones. The advantage in a 16 inch aperture is with seeing deep sky objects. And the real advantage is seeing the real dim ones, which will still look real dim in your scope. It's just that with a smaller aperture, you would never see them at all.
Is your 24 mm eyepiece a 2 inch or a 1.25 inch version? If you have the money to buy new gear, I would seriously consider moving to a 2 inch format for all of your eyepieces. The best ones you can buy are Televue Naglers (82 degree apparent field of view) or Televue Ethos (100 degree apparent field of view). These eyepieces will make you grasp the sides of the scope to keep from falling in.
There are other good eyepieces out there. The Celestron Axiom series is excellent, and the Televue Panoptics are also very good.
Once you buy a premium eyepiece, you will never go back. It's like getting a different scope. They are expensive, but they are the heart of your instrument.
I assume that you already understand magnification (this may not be a good assumption). Since your scope's focal length is 1829 mm, you can divide that by the eyepiece focal length to determine the magnification. So your 24 mm eyepiece was giving you about 1829 / 24 = 75x or so. You could get a slightly better view of Saturn with a little more magnification, but I wouldn't go much beyond 100x, and frankly, the low mag eyepieces are better for most targets.
You may want to visit a couple of star parties organized by your local amateur astronomy club. Saturn is a wonderful target, but that scope will let you see a whole lot more, and you should perhaps re-adjust your expectations with a little help from folks with a bit more experience. I will guarantee that they will help you.
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Celestron SkyScout Personal Planetarium
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ETX-80AT Astro Telescope w/ Tripod & Autostar Controller
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DescriptionExplore the Galaxies far away, or the wildlife in this one, all at the touch of a button, with this fantastically priced, all-inclusive telescope. Now even the most novice of amateur astronomers can locate and explore the planets, asteroids, and comets, as well as nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, and hundreds of other deep-space objects, all at the push of a button with the included Autostar Hand Controller. The Meade ETX-80AT Astro Telescope brings the full range of celestial images to your eye with an astonishing level of clarity and resolution. And, carrying on Meade's incredible ETX tradition of optical and mechanical excellence, the 70mm ETX includes many of the same features as their larger ETX telescopes, and is 36 percent brighter than the ETX-60AT. For the introductory student of astronomy, or for the casual observer, the Meade ETX-80AT opens up the skies at modest cost to an amazing breadth of celestial detail utterly invisible without the telescope. For the non-celestial inclined, the Meade ETX telescopes make excellent land-view instruments for the birdwatcher, the naturalist, or for the home with a view as well. ETX image quality and resolution typically far exceed the levels normally expected of terrestrial telescopes. Terrestrial observers quickly appreciate the advantages afforded by the Autostar hand controller, notwithstanding the Autostar's primary applications to astronomical observing. Using Autostar, many land objects can be readily followed, or tracked, from a distance, using one of nine selectable speeds from slow to fast . Sky & Telescope Magazine calls the Autostar Hand Controller "the greatest happening in amateur astronomy yet." For all of Meade's advanced imaging capabilities, portability, ease of use, and contemporary cosmetic design, Meade ETX telescopes are above all uniquely defined by the revolutionary Autostar hand controller. This great device is included as standard equipment with ETX 70mm Telescope. The 4 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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So You Want a Meade LX Telescope!: How to Select and Use the LX200 and Other High-End Models (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
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DescriptionThe Meade LX200 series of telescopes was introduced in 1992 and represented a giant step forward in technology for amateur astronomers - computer control. The LX200 series telescopes were an instant success and have outsold all other astronomical telescopes put together. Steady development has continued to the present day, and LX200s are available in a range of apertures from 8-inch through the giant 16-inch, which is widely installed in university astronomy departments and the smaller public observatories. For anyone considering buying a high-end Meade telescope, the book offers an experienced user's guide to what can actually be achieved with it. So You Want a Meade LX Telescope also provides detailed discussions about some of the many software packages available to aid optimizing and actually using the scope. The typical results are discussed so readers can know what to expect. Also reviewed are essential accessories such as CCD cameras and the latest Active Optics units. These extraordinary telescopes are capable of amazing results, but using them and setting them up can be a chore. That's why this book is essential reading for anyone who has bought or upgraded to an LX200 or its top-of-the-range companion, the RCS400 (later re-designated the LX400ACF). Features
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Using the Meade ETX: 100 Objects You Can Really See with the Mighty ETX (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
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DescriptionThe Meade ETX range of telescopes is one of the most successful ever made. It is low-cost, has sold in its tens of thousands, and is available in almost every country. Here, ETX expert Mike Weasner reveals everything any amateur astronomer ever wanted to know about the telescope. First book dedicated entirely to the ETX. Written by an acknowledged world authority. Describes the "best" 100 objects to begin observing. Contains detailed hints and tips aimed at getting the best out of the ETX. Features imaging (photographic and digital) as well as visual observing. |
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A User's Guide to the Meade LXD55 and LXD75 Telescopes (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
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DescriptionThis book offers a comprehensive introductory guide to "choosing and using" a series LXD55 or LXD75 computer-controlled ("goto") telescope, containing a wealth of useful information for both beginners and more advanced practical amateur astronomers. The manufacturerâs manuals are not nearly detailed enough to be of real help to beginners. No other book offers advanced techniques for more experienced LXD series users. Features
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Celestron SkyMaster 20x80 Binoculars
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DescriptionWhen it's time to gaze at the stars or take in some long-distance or low-light terrain viewing, look no further than the Celestron 71018 SkyMaster 20 x 80 binoculars. Featuring high quality BAK-4 prisms, multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast, a diopter adjustment for fine focusing, and large apertures, these binoculars offer phenomenal performance. The Celestron 71018 features a 20x magnification and an objective lens diameter of 80 millimeters, giving it a 4-millimeter exit pupil. (The exit pupil size -- the diameter of the objective lens divided by the magnification -- determines the amount of light available to your eye. The larger the exit pupil, the brighter the image obtained will be. A three-millimeter exit pupil is generally sufficient for daytime use, five-millimeters is suitable for daytime and twilight, and seven-millimeters is generally necessary for maximum nighttime or astronomy use.) The Celestron 71018 also includes an integrated tripod adapter rod, a deluxe padded soft carrying case, and Celestron's No Fault Limited Lifetime Warranty. What's in the Box Celestron 71018 Binoculars and deluxe padded soft carrying case The Celestron® SkyMaster™ large-aperture binoculars are ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use, especially over long distances. They feature high-quality BAK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast. For maximum stability and secure optical alignment, this 20x80 model feature enhanced structural reinforcement, as well as an integral, super-rigid photo tripod adapter. Features
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Telrad Finder Sight
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DescriptionThe easiest way to aim a telescope. The view seen through the window of the Telrad is continuous with the sky around it, not magnified or upside down. Three rings are lighted and appear to lie among the stars. The small ring outlines the Moon-sized area seen in the telescope. The large outer ring outlines the area seen in a standard Finderscope. To point your telescope, just look through the Telrad and move the telescope until the rings are centered on the object. The Telrad is 8 inches long. Weighs 11 ounces and mounts on any telescope without drilling any holes. It unlocks from its base for separate storage. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included). Features
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Celestron 52238 C70 Mini Mak Spotting Scope
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Description70mm (2.8") diameter 45° angled Maksutov spotting scope, 750mm focal length (f/10.7), multi-coated optics, 25-75x zoom eyepiece, 1-1/4" eyepiece adapter, table tripod, soft carrying case. Features
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Starry Night Pro Plus 5.0 Astronomy Software Win/Mac [DVD]
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DescriptionStarry Night Pro Plus lets stargazers ger more out of their hobby. The comprehensive astronomy software will help any lover of the night sky explore the universe more effectively Breathtaking images and a powerful suite of features make this software the brightest star in the world of astronomy! If you're looking for a complete desktop planetarium solution, look no further than Starry Night Pro Plus 5.0. With this powerful software you can see how the sky over your house looks right now, or use it to see how the sky will look tonight, tomorrow or far into the past or future. You can even change your position and see how the heavens appear from the other side of the earth, or from other planets. From any place on Earth, see the real night sky in full-color photographic detail. Enhanced telescope control on supported scopes makes Starry Night even easier-to-use for unsurpassed astronomical observations. SkyCalendar alerts you to and simulates rare celestial events like this double shadow transit on Jupiter. Delve deeper into the mysteries of the universe with the integrated SkyGuide. Stunning views from a variety of celestial bodies are just a few clicks away; witness a total eclipse from the Moon, watch the Sun set from the surface of Mars, or even ride a comet. Starry Night Pro is also a valuable educational tool with more than 100 interactive, multimedia tours that reveal the fascinating science and history of stars. An elegant, easy-to-use interface lets you quickly tap into a new and improved suite of features. Key new features of Starry Night Pro Plus include integration with jaw-dropping "AllSky" star photograph imagery, connectivity with MaxIM DL telescopic imaging software (Windows Only), and enhanced computerized telescope controls. You'll also enjoy all the new features of Starry Night Pro Plus' companion product, Starry Night Pro, features like an enhanced SkyCalendar, a built-in Ephemeris Generator, and advanced observation aids. You haven't seen the heavens until you've seen the exclusive photographic imagery that ships with Starry Night Pro Plus. Take your observations to the next level with AllSky, the first-ever, full-color photograph of the entire night sky viewable from Earth. Quickly and easily navigate and zoom-in on the full-color CCD image mosaic, which is comprised of about 20,000 individual images taken with a 6 mega-pixel CCD camera and a custom-built optical system. The full-color, photographic detail of these images will knock your socks off! The Windows version of Starry Night Pro Plus also includes a plug-in for compatibility with MaxIM DL (sold separately), a complete CCD image-capture solution for telescopes. Now you can capture images with MaxIM DL and import them into Starry Night for viewing and navigation. With Starry Night Pro Plus, you can take control of your computerized telescope like never before. This version features compatibility with these telescopes: Orion SkyQuest Intelliscope series (XT6, XT8, X10 and X12) Meade LX200 Meade LX200 GPS LX200 Compatible Scope Meade ETX Autostar Autostar V2.2 or later (ETX, LX90, LXD55) Celestron NexStar 60, 80, 114 GT Celestron NexStar 5 or 8 Celestron NexStar 8 GPS Celestron NexStar 11 GPS Enhanced telescope control options are now available, including "Home Scope" which moves your scope to its home position for easier computer-to-star alignment. "Sync Gaze" synchronizes the scope's internal gaze direction with Starry Night and "Park/Unpark" lets you set the position of your scope when you're not using it. This is ideal for scopes placed in a permanent location or in one position over several days. Simply unpark your scope and start observing immediately without having to perform a star alignment again or recalibrating. Meanwhile, "Slew Limits" prevents the telescope from moving outside a user-defined horizon in both altazimuth and equatorial configurations. This helps to protect your valuable equipment by preventing the telescope from hitting the mount or tripod. You can also display your slew horizon in the Starry Night sky. The "Quick Center" function immediately centers Starry Night on the telescope position indicator. And for Macintosh users, the "Telescope Handbox Simulator" allows you to push the direction arrows in the Starry Night interface to move your scope. The telescope controls also allow you to align your computer star maps with your telescope's viewfinder. You can even customize Starry Night's field-of-view indicators to match your telescope's eyepiece. A host of great activities await you when you have such powerful software at your fingertips. For instance, you could plan a night under the stars with the observational planner, track the sky with your telescope, and store comments and images on individual targets in Starry Night's observation log. And when the sun comes up, you can still enjoy the heavens by printing full sky (180-degree) star charts of any area in the sky. With access to 55 million stars and 1 million galaxies, an enhanced SkyCalendar, a built-in Ephemeris Generator, and advanced observation aids, Starry Night Pro Plus is packed with new features that make it a must-have upgrade. The SkyCalendar is now seamlessly integrated with the observation planner and logs so you can more easily plan and record your stargazing sessions and receive alerts about upcoming celestial events. High-precision satellite tracking makes it easy to identify orbiting objects while the built-in Ephemeris Generator lets you calculate the position of heavenly bodies at a time of your choosing. Meanwhile, high-resolution illustrations let you enjoy panaramic views of your favorite constellations. You can also choose horizon panoramas to simulate surface conditions on earth or other planets and moons. Lastly, a new joystick-supported spaceship mode lets you maneuver around the Universe freely and expansively. Use this tool to see the sky from any location in the universe up to 700 million light years away. If you're looking for valuable educational tools Starry Night Pro Plus delivers. Call up more than 100 multimedia tours to deepen your exploration and understanding of the universe. Enjoy high resolution exclusive constellation illustrations and images from the Hubble and Spitzer Space Telescopes, as well as the Chandra X-Ray Observatory. You'll also get a library of imagery that lets you zoom in and explore the surface of Mars and Earth in unprecedented detail with new higher resolution surface maps. There's even a dictionary of common astronomy terms, plus a Record Holders database of astronomy trivia. And with an Internet connection you can direct Starry Night to send you automatic updates about new discoveries and orbital data of satellites, comets and asteroids. If you're looking for a complete desktop planetarium solution, look no further than Starry Night Pro Plus 5.0. With this powerful software you can see how the sky over your house looks right now, or use it to see how the sky will look tonight, tomorrow or far into the past or future. You can even change your position and see how the heavens appear from the other side of the earth, or from other planets. From any place on Earth, see the real night sky in full-color photographic detail. Enhanced telescope control on supported scopes makes Starry Night even easier-to-use for unsurpassed astronomical observations. SkyCalendar alerts you to and simulates rare celestial events like this double shadow transit on Jupiter. Delve deeper into the mysteries of the universe with the integrated SkyGuide. Stunning views from a variety of celestial bodies are just a few clicks away; witness a total eclipse from the Moon, watch the Sun set from the surface of Mars, or even ride a comet. Starry Night Pro is also a valuable educational tool with more than 100 interactive, multimedia tours that reveal the fascinating science and history of stars. An elegant, easy-to-use interface lets you quickly tap into a new and improved suite of features. Key new features of Starry Night Pro Plus include integration with jaw-dropping "AllSky" star photograph imagery, connectivity with MaxIM DL telescopic imaging software (Windows Only), and enhanced computerized telescope controls. You'll also enjoy all the new features of Starry Night Pro Plus' companion product, Starry Night Pro, features like an enhanced SkyCalendar, a built-in Ephemeris Generator, and advanced observation aids. You haven't seen the heavens until you've seen the exclusive photographic imagery that ships with Starry Night Pro Plus. Take your observations to the next level with AllSky, the first-ever, full-color photograph of the entire night sky viewable from Earth. Quickly and easily navigate and zoom-in on the full-color CCD image mosaic, which is comprised of about 20,000 individual images taken with a 6 mega-pixel CCD camera and a custom-built optical system. The full-color, photographic detail of these images will knock your socks off! The Windows version of Starry Night Pro Plus also includes a plug-in for compatibility with MaxIM DL (sold separately), a complete CCD image-capture solution for telescopes. Now you can capture images with MaxIM DL and import them into Starry Night for viewing and navigation. With Starry Night Pro Plus, you can take control of your computerized telescope like never before. This version features compatibility with these telescopes: Orion SkyQuest Intelliscope series (XT6, XT8, X10 and X12) Meade LX200 Meade LX200 GPS LX200 Compatible Scope Meade ETX Autostar Autostar V2.2 or later (ETX, LX90, LXD55) Celestron NexStar 60, 80, 114 GT Celestron NexStar 5 or 8 Celestron NexStar 8 GPS Celestron NexStar 11 GPS Enhanced telescope control options are now available, including "Home Scope" which moves your scope to its home position for easier computer-to-star alignment. "Sync Gaze" synchronizes the scope's internal gaze direction with Starry Night and "Park/Unpark" lets you set the position of your scope when you're not using it. This is ideal for scopes placed in a permanent location or in one position over several days. Simply unpark your scope and start observing immediately without having to perform a star alignment again or recalibrating. Meanwhile, "Slew Limits" prevents the telescope from moving outside a user-defined horizon in both altazimuth and equatorial configurations. This helps to protect your valuable equipment by preventing the telescope from hitting the mount or tripod. You can also display your slew horizon in the Starry Night sky. The "Quick Center" function immediately centers Starry Night on the telescope position indicator. And for Macintosh users, the "Telescope Handbox Simulator" allows you to push the direction arrows in the Starry Night interface to move your scope. The telescope controls also allow you to align your computer star maps with your telescope's viewfinder. You can even customize Starry Night's field-of-view indicators to match your telescope's eyepiece. A host of great activities await you when you have such powerful software at your fingertips. For instance, you could plan a night under the stars with the observational planner, track the sky with your telescope, and store comments and images on individual targets in Starry Night's observation log. And when the sun comes up, you can still enjoy the heavens by printing full sky (180-degree) star charts of any area in the sky. With access to 55 million stars and 1 million galaxies, an enhanced SkyCalendar, a built-in Ephemeris Generator, and advanced observation aids, Starry Night Pro Plus is packed with new features that make it a must-have upgrade. The SkyCalendar is now seamlessly integrated with the observation planner and logs so you can more easily plan and record your stargazing sessions and receive alerts about upcoming celestial events. High-precision satellite tracking makes it easy to identify orbiting objects while the built-in Ephemeris Generator lets you calculate the position of heavenly bodies at a time of your choosing. Meanwhile, high-resolution illustrations let you enjoy panaramic views of your favorite constellations. You can also choose horizon panoramas to simulate surface conditions on earth or other planets and moons. Lastly, a new joystick-supported spaceship mode lets you maneuver around the Universe freely and expansively. Use this tool to see the sky from any location in the universe up to 700 million light years away. If you're looking for valuable educational tools Starry Night Pro Plus delivers. Call up more than 100 multimedia tours to deepen your exploration and understanding of the universe. Enjoy high resolution exclusive constellation illustrations and images from the Hubble and Spitzer Space Telescopes, as well as the Chandra X-Ray Observatory. You'll also get a library of imagery that lets you zoom in and explore the surface of Mars and Earth in unprecedented detail with new higher resolution surface maps. There's even a dictionary of common astronomy terms, plus a Record Holders database of astronomy trivia. And with an Internet connection you can direct Starry Night to send you automatic updates about new discoveries and orbital data of satellites, comets and asteroids. Features
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telescopes for astronomy meade
