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Celestron CPC Series
New alignment technology, advanced engineering, and bold new design at a lower price that is out of this world! The new Celestron Professional Computerized (CPC) Series with revolutionary SkyAlign Alignment Technology redefines everything that amateur astronomers are looking for — quick and simple alignment, GPS, unsurpassed optical quality, ease of set-up and use, ergonomics, enhanced computerization and, most important, affordability.
Introducing Celestron's Revolutionary SkyAlign
Aligning your telescope is easier and faster than ever. Simply input the date, time and your location (the CPC has a built-in GPS that does this for you) and then align the telescope to three bright stars of your choosing. You do not need to know the names of the stars — you could even pick the moon or bright planets! The NexStar Computer system will automatically figure out which stars were chosen and then align the telescope.
There is no need to point the telescope North or to level the optical tube — the initial position of the telescope is irrelevant. This makes for a fast and very easy method for aligning the telescope.
The NexStar® software with SkyAlign calculates the angles measured between the objects and then compares them to the known angles between objects. Using this method, the telescope determines what objects were chosen. The display will tell you which three objects you aligned to for confirmation.
Only two of the alignment objects will actually be used for calculating the model of the sky. The third object is needed to provide a positive identification of the other two. Therefore you should make sure that at least two of the three alignment objects are widely spaced in the sky by at least 60 degrees if possible. And select a third object that does not fall in a straight line between the first two alignment stars.
NexRemote Control Software
Celestron has been in the forefront of computerized telescope technology for over two decades. We have taken this expertise in telescope technology one step further by introducing the NexRemote™ Telescope Control Software. NexRemote allows the user to control their Celestron computerized telescope from their personal computer. Everything that is done using the telescope’s hand control can now be done remotely from a PC or laptop.
NexRemote provides full emulation of every aspect of the Celestron Computerized Hand Control including:
In addition to emulating the NexStar Hand Control, NexRemote adds powerful new features including:
Celestron CPC Features:
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| Description | Item # | Price | Add to Cart |
| Celestron CPC 800 - 8" SCT | CCPC8 | $1,899.00 | |
| Celestron CPC 800 - 8" SCT with Starbright XLT | CCPC8X | $1,999.00 | |
| Celestron CPC 925 - 9.25" SCT (Pre-Order - Available Fall 2005) |
CCPC925 | $2,349.00 | |
| Celestron CPC 925 - 9.25" SCT with Starbright XLT (Pre-Order - Available Fall 2005) |
CCPC925X | $2,499.00 | |
| Celestron CPC 1100 - 11" SCT (Pre-Order - Available Fall 2005) |
CCPC11 | $2,599.00 | |
| Celestron CPC 1100 - 11" SCT with Starbright XLT (Pre-Order - Available Fall 2005) |
CCPC11X | $2,799.00 |
Celestron NexStar 8i Special Edition
Introducing Celestron's Revolutionary SkyAlign
Aligning your telescope is easier and faster than ever. Simply input the date, time and your location and then align the telescope to three bright stars of your choosing. You do not need to know the names of the stars — you could even pick the moon or bright planets! The NexStar Computer system will automatically figure out which stars were chosen and then align the telescope.
There is no need to point the telescope North or to level the optical tube — the initial position of the telescope is irrelevant. This makes for a fast and very easy method for aligning the telescope.
The NexStar® software with SkyAlign calculates the angles measured between the objects and then compares them to the known angles between objects. Using this method, the telescope determines what objects were chosen. The display will tell you which three objects you aligned to for confirmation.
Only two of the alignment objects will actually be used for calculating the model of the sky. The third object is needed to provide a positive identification of the other two. Therefore you should make sure that at least two of the three alignment objects are widely spaced in the sky by at least 60 degrees if possible. And select a third object that does not fall in a straight line between the first two alignment stars.
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| Description | Item # | Price | Add to Cart |
| Celestron NexStar 8i Special Edition | CNS8ISE | $1,399.00 |
Celestron NexStar 130 SLT
The popularity of our NexStar 114 models inspired us to go bigger! We are proud to introduce NexStar 130 SLT. The NexStar 130 SLT has 30% more light-gathering power than our 114mm telescope. And the 114 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control. The computerized hand control gives you the ability to automatically slew to any of its 4,000+ objects, including over 600 galaxies, 300 clusters and dozens of beautiful binary stars. With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze.
View the details of the lunar surface, the rings of Saturn, the polar ice caps on Mars, the cloud belts on Jupiter or a number of the Messier objects such as the globular cluster in Hercules (M13), or the Great Nebula in Orion (M42). Begin to explore some of the fainter Messier objects using the additional light-gathering capabilities of the 130 SLT’s 5" primary mirror. Because of the Newtonian design, the mirror gives fully color-corrected views that are best suited for astronomical use.
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| Description | Item # | Price | Add to Cart |
| Celestron NexStar 130 SLT | CNS130SLT | $439.00 |
Celestron NexStar 114 SLT
The NexStar 114 SLT has over twice the light-gathering power of an 80mm telescope! And the 114 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze.
Compact and lightweight in design, this scope can produce images bright enough to reveal the polar ice caps on Mars or the cloud belts on Jupiter! View the details of the lunar surface or the rings of Saturn which are clearly visible with this telescope. With the extra light gathering capability of the 114 SLT, a number of the Messier objects such as the globular cluster in Hercules (M13), or the Great Nebula in Orion (M42) are available to you. Begin to explore some of the fainter Messier objects using the additional light-gathering capabilities of the 114 SLT’s 4-1/2" primary mirror. Because of the Newtonian design, the mirror gives fully color-corrected views that are best suited for astronomical use.
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| Celestron NexStar 114 SLT | CNS114SLT | $399.00 |
Celestron NexStar 102 SLT
The popularity of our previous short tube refractor models inspired us to go a step further with the introduction of our NexStar 102 SLT. You'll find that astronomical viewing is a delight with this large, powerful 4" telescope. The 102 SLT offers a 63% increase in image brightness over 80mm models. This short-tube telescope with a fast f/5 optical system gives images that are bright and crisp. And the 102 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 102 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze.
Because of its wide 1.7 ° field of view, the NexStar 102 SLT is optimal for scanning large areas of the sky and for superb terrestrial (land) viewing. A wonderful entry to mid-level astronomical scope, with the use of an optional erect image diagonal, the 102 SLT can also be used as a land-based spotting telescope.
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| Description | Item # | Price | Add to Cart |
| Celestron NexStar 102 SLT | CNS102SLT | $479.00 |
Celestron NexStar 80 SLT
A step up from the 60mm model, the NexStar 80 SLT Refractor gives images that are bright and crisp. The 80 SLT offers 80% brighter images than the 60mm scope. Like the other models in the SLT Series, the 80 SLT comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 80 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze. A wonderful first-time astronomical scope, the 80 SLT can also be used as a great, land-based spotting telescope with optional erect-image diagonal.
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| Celestron NexStar 80 SLT | CNS80SLT | $379.00 |
Celestron NexStar 60 SLT
Celestron's most affordable NexStar telescope turns starry nights into space odysseys. The 60mm refractors come with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects. With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 60 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze. With the NexStar 60’s you can see breathtaking views of the lunar landscape, Venus and its phases, Mars resolved as an orange disc, Jupiter and its 4 moons, Saturn resolved as a disc, with its rings plainly visible at medium and high magnification.
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| Celestron NexStar 60 SLT | CNS60SLT | $279.00 |
Celestron FirstScope 114 Short
This version of the 4.5" Newtonian telescope offers more portability than the standard longer tube Newtonian without sacrificing power or performance. The short tube of this model is only 18" long and has a built-in correction lens, giving it all the focal length of the standard model, while reducing aberrations. The equatorial mount is quite stable, with setting circles and slow motion controls on both axes for easy, smooth tracking.
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| Celestron FirstScope 114 Short | CFS114S | $169.00 |
Celestron ExploraScope
Sky’s the limit with this portable and easy to use 80mm Newtonian reflector. A perfect gift for kids & families, the impressive 80mm aperture allows users to explore the craters on the moon, marvel at rings of Saturn or, with the built-in erect image lens, use it as a land based spotting scope to view the wonders of nature. And best of all, at only 5 lbs, you can bring this scope anywhere your feet can take you! The ExploraScope is packed with cool features that make it easy and fun to use. You can use your ExploraScope on the included swivel base, hold it on your lap or mount it on a photo tripod with the included adapter to observe your world. This durable scope comes with a protective dust cap and carrying strap that make it the perfect companion for hiking and backpacking.
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| Description | Item # | Price | Add to Cart |
| Celestron ExploraScope | CEXPSCP | $59.95 | |
| Celestron ExploraScope 6mm Eyepiece | CEXPEP6 | $19.95 | |
| Celestron ExploraScope 25mm Eyepiece | CEXPEP25 | $19.95 |
