iOptron SmartStar G R80 GoTo GPS Refractor Telescope
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List Price : $690.00
- 80mm achromatic refractor telescope
- GoToNova Controller for automatic object location
- 50,000 object database
- GPS module included for easy alignment
Introducing our SmartStar-G-R80 Entry Level telescope system. Designed with the latest technology the 80 mm lens is crafted with a fluorite based, low dispersion glass that is ground and polished to exact specifications. The precision design is excellent for viewing bright stars, planets and their moons, as well as for bird watching and other land objects. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object.
Alt-Azimuth Mount– The Cube
The SmartStar™-G-R80 comes with our patented Alt-Azimuth telescope mount, a.k.a. The Cube. This compact mount design is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dove-tail connection. In addition, there are no “dead spots” – so you can point your telescope to ANYWHERE above the horizon, whereas, other mounts block the telescope tube at certain points of rotation. This mount also comes standard with AC connection. An optional DC adaptor is available so you can plug your telescope motor into your car if you’re camping or at any remote location.
The most easy to understand controller on the market
The GoToNova Controller is much easier to use than other similar products. The hand controller is more intuitive with menu categories better organized. It also has the largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines of content compared with others that only have 2 lines. Using the easy-to-use hand controller, you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go.
More precise speed control for viewing objects
The control system also allows you to slew the telescope at 9 different drive speeds, keeping the object within the telescope’s viewfinder for as long as you wish.
USB Port
The 8402 hand controller comes with a USB port that tremendously expands the functionalities of the already powerful system. With the USB2COM driver installed, the USB port works as an RS232 serial port. It supports firmware upgrades and computer control. With ASCOM protocol, you can control your telescope with most ASCOM compatible software. This enables you to utilize the CPU, large screen, and disk space of your PC/laptop. With a wide selection of software, your star gazing experience will never be the same again.
Simply a better tripod
Made of 1-inch heavy-duty stainless steel the SmartStar Tripod is sturdy yet elegant, and gives the user unparalleled stability during operation. Solid construction joints keep your mount locked securely. With an all-metal support system your valuable telescope will keep still even on a windy night.
GoToNovaTM Computerized Control System
The revolutionary GoToNova computerized control system is by far the most technologically advanced automated tracking system available on the market today. With a database of 50,000 celestial objects, including all of the most famous galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, not to mention the planets, you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button.
32-Channel GPS Module
All G-series telescopes come standard with a 32-channel GPS module for fully automated operation. Simply turn on the GoToNova Controller and the GPS module will automatically synchronize your telescope location and time with the GoToNovaTM computerized control system. View celestial objects without having to manually punch in the date, time, latitude or longitude.
Features:
- 80mm achromatic refractor telescope
- Heavy duty stainless steel tripod
- Alt-Azimuth Mount– The Cube-- The only mount of its kind for ultimate rotation and universal compatibility
- Includes the GoToNova Controller. The most intuitive controller on the market.
- 50,000 object database plus 256 user-defined objects
- The largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines and 21-character Hand Control with backlit LED buttons.
- USB Port for PC Laptop control and firmware upgrades (ASCOM protocol)
- Drive motor with 5-speed setting for precise tracking
- Dual-axis Servo Motor
- Standard-equipment AC connection (Optional DC adaptor available)
- 32-channel GPS module standard on all G series telescopes
Battery
8 x AA
Features
Alt-Az Mount , GoTo , GPS
Brand
iOptron
GPS
Yes
GoTo
Yes
Good for Astrophotography
Yes
Telescopes Series
iOptron SmartStar Refractor Telescopes
Optical Design
Refractor
Aperture
80mm
Focal Length
400mm
Focal Ratio
f/5.0
Mount Design
Single Fork Arm
Battery Included
No
Eyepiece 1
10mm
Eyepiece 2
25mm
Highest Useful Magnification
150x
Limiting Magnitude
11.3
Resolution
1.4
User Level
For the Enthusiast
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