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Meade DS-2130 AT-TC Reflector Telescope

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  • Great for deep space viewing
  • On-board computer lets the telescope do the work
  • Automatically locate and track thousands of objects
  • Large 127mm Aperture for brighter, more detailed images
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Meade DS-2130AT-TC Telescope


127mm (5.1-inch) Altazimuth Reflector Telescope
The DS-2130AT-TC is a fully equipped telescope. Its on-board computer knows the night sky. After a short alignment procedure, your telescope will be ready to take you on a tour of the universe. You will see more objects in one night than Galileo saw in a lifetime. See planets like Saturn and Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and more.


Large 127mm Aperture
Captures more light for brighter images and greater detail (469% more light than a 60mm telescope)


2 Premium 1.25-inch eyepieces
For superior long eye relief and an expansive wide visual field


AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition Software
Amazing planetarium software and instructional video will teach you the night sky and how to use your telescope. 

 

Assembles in Minutes
Includes everything you need to explore your universe

 

A first look at the rings of Saturn or the craters of the Moon can inspire a lifetime of exploration.

 

#494 AutoStar Controller

Automatically locates and points the telescope to over 1400 celestial objects at the push of a button.  View planets, stars, galaxies, and nebulas all with the push of a button.  Don't know what to see on a particular night?  Don't worry.  Just select the "Tonight's Best" tour and AutoStar will automatically take you on a guided tour of the best planets, stars, nebulas and other objects out that particular night.  Want to know more about what you're looking at?  The LCD display teaches you about what you're viewing with details like distance, temperature, mass, and historical information.  AutoStar is your guide to the universe.

 

  • Optical Design - Reflector
  • Optical Diameter - 127mm (5.1 inch)
  • Focal Length - 1000mm f/7.7
  • Mouting Type - Altazimuth DS-2000 Mount
  • Tripod - Aluminum full size, adjustable with accessory tray
  • Eyepieces - 1.25 inch format 9.7mm (103x) and 26mm (38x)
  • Software - Includes "AutoStar Suite" Astronomy Edition PC compatible DVD
  • Box size - 37" x 18" x 11" / 27.6 lbs

Supplier Sku:
20136
What's Included:
Telescope, Tripod, 2 Eyepieces, Hand Controller, Finderscope, AutoStar Software, Instructional Video
Dimensions & Specifications

Recommended Usage

For the Beginner , For the Enthusiast , Viewing Galaxies/Star Clusters , Viewing Nebulae , Viewing the Moon , Viewing the Planets

Power Source

Battery

Battery

8xAA

Features

Alt-Az Mount , GoTo

Brand

Meade

Weight Complete

18 lbs.

Finderscope

Red Dot Viewfinder

Lens Coating

multi-coated

GPS

No

GoTo

Yes

Good for Astrophotography

No

Telescopes Series

Meade DS-2000 Digital Telescopes

Optical Design

Reflector

Aperture

127mm

Focal Length

1000mm

Focal Ratio

f/7.7

Mount Design

Single Fork Arm

Battery Included

No

Eyepiece 1

SP9.7mm

Eyepiece 2

SP26mm

Highest Useful Magnification

350X

Limiting Magnitude

13

Resolution

0.9 Arc Seconds

Resolving Power

0.9 Arc Seconds

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Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope with LNT AutoAlign Technology
 
4.0

(based on 53 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (13)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (31)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Accurate (31)
  • Quality lenses (27)
  • Strong construction (24)
  • Compact (17)
  • Comfortable eyepiece (14)

Cons

  • Difficult to use (9)
  • Unstable (4)

Best Uses

  • Astronomy (42)
  • Bird watching (3)
  • Bright conditions (3)
  • Low visibility (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual/ recreational (36), Avid adventurer (7)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Enjoying our scope!!

We got this scope for our 7 year old for Christmas and he loves looking at the moon with it. (That is all we have seen so far). We have been able to ...Read complete review

We got this scope for our 7 year old for Christmas and he loves looking at the moon with it. (That is all we have seen so far). We have been able to see lots of craters with this scope...so neat!! He/we can't wait to see Saturn and Juipter.We are having trouble with getting Go To to work though. It points in the right direction....it's just off a bit. I am sure we will figure it out soon. Maybe we should let our little astronomer give it a try. ;)All in all we are really happy with it and it is a great starter scope![@]

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

I would buy this product.

I purchased this scope as my first real scope. I have had it for 4 months to let the new toy glow ware off. The scope works pretty good. Good optics. Haven't had ...Read complete review

I purchased this scope as my first real scope. I have had it for 4 months to let the new toy glow ware off. The scope works pretty good. Good optics. Haven't had to do any collimation yet. It took a few tries to get good at setting up auto align but once I did it a few times it got very simple and accurate. This scope only comes with two eyepieces which is fine but I now find myself ordering the eyepiece kit to supplement. I had only one issue with quality, the red dot starfinder mounting screw would not go in all the way and I had to do minor (5 min screwdriver only) repair to fix it. Otherwise I have had no trouble at all with the scope.

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Reviewed by 53 customers

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May

22

2011

 
4.0

It was broken when I got it!!!

By Bren

from Ashland, WI

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Accurate

Cons

  • Unstable

Best Uses

  • Astronomy

Comments about Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope with LNT AutoAlign Technology:

I would say this is a great telescope, UNFORTUNATELY, it was broken when i got it in the mail. The connector to the battery's had a loose wire and I have some tape on it for now until the new part arrives. With the tape in place I found this telescope very user friendly and love it!! Great telescope.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Apr

30

2011

 
4.0

fun starter scope

By John the butcher

from SANTA BARBARA CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Accurate
  • Easy assembly
  • Easy to use
  • Price

Cons

  • Finderscope

Best Uses

  • Astronomy

Comments about Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope with LNT AutoAlign Technology:

I like the 2130 and love the autostar features. This scope is a good first purchase.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Mar

5

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great Telescope

By Jimmy

from North Hollywood, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Accurate
  • Great optics
  • Quality Lenses
  • Strong Construction

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Astronomy

    Comments about Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope with LNT AutoAlign Technology:

    This is a great telescope. easy to use and quick setup

    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Feb

    19

    2011

     
    5.0

    it is a great telescope

    By Vern

    from Indianapolis, IN

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Quality Lenses
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Astronomy

      Comments about Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope with LNT AutoAlign Technology:

      Was easy to set up and astrostar suite was great!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Dec

      21

      2010

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Amazing, easy to use and priced right!

      By A. McCoy the Star Gazer

      from Lumberton, NJ

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Lowest price found
      • Prompt shipping
      • Quality Lenses
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Astronomy
        • Date nights
        • Star parties

        Comments about Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope with LNT AutoAlign Technology:

        Using the Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope was easier than expected, clear detailed instructions make set up and use very easy and fast. The lenses are so clear and the clarity is amazing. It was so affordable and the lowest price I could find after a lot of researching. Simply the best deal around and it is so light and fun to use. I bought this for myself as a Christmas gift to me and I have never before made a smarter purchase.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Q1: What planets are you able to see with this telescope?

        A: You can see planets like Saturn and Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and more with the DS 2130.

        Q2: Are objects seen upright or upside down? Is there some type of carrying case for this?

        A: Objects would appear upside down, which is common for this type of reflector telescope. There is no case available for the DS-2130LNT at this time.

        Q3: Can this telescope tilt 90 degrees upward or does the tube get in the way of the mount? If so, how high can it tilt?

        A: The Meade DS-2130LNT Reflector Telescope can slew up to 75-78 degrees upward. The mount restricts the tube from reaching up to 90 degrees.

        Q4: Does the DS-2130LNT have a connection for external power (bypassing the AA batteries)?

        A: Yes, the adapter your looking for is the Meade #546 AC Adapter for ETX70/ETX80/DS-2000/NG Telescope Series (MEAD062)

        Q5: Can you manually control the scope if your batteries run out or you just want to set it up and go for it?

        A: This scope cannot be controlled manually and must have batteries installed to work.

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