GENERAL FEATURES:
11" diffraction limited Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope;
Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings;
Fully computerized dual fork arm Altazimuth mount;
8x50 finderscope to help accurately find objects;
Newly designed heavy-duty tripod makes attaching the telescope so easy you can do it in the dark; also features sturdy 2" steel legs and accessory tray;
Ergonomic design - Comfortably lift and move the telescope from location to location;
Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky;
Convenient remote hand control holder - Allows you to view information hands-free while using the scope.
COMPUTERIZED MOUNT FEATURES:
Proven NexStar computer control technology;
40,000 object database with over 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects;
Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; solar system objects and asterisms;
Re-designed drive base and drive mechanics - Quiet operation; large drive gears, quick release clutch;
SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process;
Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet;
Auxiliary port for additional accessories such as Autoguider, GPS accessory;
NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer.