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Celestron 22096 NexStar 102SLT

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  • Shipping Cost (lower 48): $16.44
  • SKU: CLST104
  • Asin: B0007UQNN6
  • Manufacturer Part #: 22096
  • Qty Available: 23
  • Shipped By: 2 days
  • Stock: In Stock

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Product Description

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 80 mm models.: This short-tube telescope with a fast f/6.5 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.

  • Compatible with 2" eyepieces.
  • High quality 102 mm short tube style refractor.
  • Fully computerized Altazimuth mount.
  • StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects.
  • Quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for quick no tool set up.
  • Sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray included.
  • Good for terrestrial and celestial observing.
  • "TheSkyX - First Light Edition" astronomy sofitware with a 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images.

    Computerized Mount Features:

  • 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 sofitware and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet.
  • Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use.
  • Auxiliary port for additional accessories such as GPS accessory.
  • Includes NSOL telescope control sofitware for basic control of your telescope via computer (with optional RS-232 cable).
  • Compatible with optional NexRemote telescope control sofitware, for advanced control of your telescope via computer.
  • Optical Design: Refractor.
  • Aperture (mm): 102 mm (4.02").
  • Focal Length (mm): 660 mm (26").
  • Focal Ratio: 6.47.
  • Eyepiece 1 (mm): 25 mm (0.98").
  • Magnification 1: 26 x.
  • Eyepiece 2 (mm): 9 mm (0.35").
  • Magnification 2: 73 x.
  • Finderscope: StarPointer.
  • Star Diagonal: 1.25.
  • Mount: Motorized Altazimuth.
  • Accessory Tray: No Tool, Quick release.
  • Tripod: Steel.
  • Highest Useful Magnification: 241 x.
  • Lowest Useful Magnification: 15 x.
  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12.5.
  • Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.37 arc seconds.
  • Resolution (Dawes): 1.14 arc seconds.
  • Photographic Resolution: 308 line/mm.
  • Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 212 x.
  • Angular Field of View (deg): 1.7°.
  • Linear Field of View (1000 yds): 91' (28 m).
  • Optical Coatings: Multi-Coated.
  • Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds: 4°/sec, 2°/sec, 1°/sec, .5°/sec, 32x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 2x.
  • Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar.
  • Tracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South.
  • Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align.
  • Computer Hand Control: Fully Computerized / Flash Upgradeable.
  • Database: 4,000 Object Database.<