Celestron 80LCM Refractor Computerized Telescope

The 80LCM is a high-quality refractor with an 80 mm aperture and a focal length of 900 mm. The optical system is fully coated for enhanced sharpness and clarity. Two eyepieces are included - one 25 mm as well as a 9.0 mm. The mounting platform incorporates a sturdy aluminum tripod with a motorized and computerized altazimuth mount.

New observers will make great use of the LCM's built-in Sky Tour feature - simply pressing a button on the LCM computerized hand-controller activates the system to locate and slew to the sky's most interesting objects. Experienced observers will appreciate the comprehensive database of 4000+ objects, along with the customized lists of the most intriguing deep-sky objects, planets, and double stars.

The LCM combines a powerhouse feature-set with Celestron's legendary optical standards to provide amateur astronomers with a sophisticated and easy-to-use telescope. The computerized hand-control provides simple on-screen instructions that guide the observer through the alignment procedures. Each step, helpful hints, and valuable reference materials are easily accessible to ensure a simple and pleasurable viewing experience.

Features

• High quality 80 mm refractor
• Lightweight Computerized Mount
• 2 Eyepieces: 25 mm - 36x, 9.0 mm - 100x
• Built-on StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects
• Quick-release computerized base, optical tube and accessory tray for quick no tool set up
• Sturdy aluminum tripod and accessory tray included
• Good for terrestrial and celestial observing
• Includes CD-ROM The SkyX Astronomy Software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps

Tripod with Motorized Altazimuth Mount

• Proven NexStar computer control technology
• Database allows telescope to locate over 4,000 celestial objects
• 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
• Hand control and motors are powered by 8 user-supplied AA batteries or optional 12V AC adapter
• Quick-release base, OTA, accessory tray with rapid no-tool set up
• Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use
• Compatible with optional NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer