Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD, Adelaide

Technical Details: Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope The Advanced VX (AVX) establishes a benchmark in mid-level telescopes, offering a plethora of features typically found on Celestron's most intricate German equatorial mounts, all at an impressively economical price. The Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD telescope marries the revolutionary new Advanced VX mount with Celestron's superior optics, the EdgeHD optical system. This arrangement provides the astroimager with ultimate versatility, accommodating up to 3 distinct f-stop configurations. Users have the option to affix a camera to the telescope's rear and shoot at f/10, or attach our 8" EdgeHD focal reducer to shoot at f/7. Furthermore, EdgeHD is Fastar/Hyperstar compatible, offering imagers the choice to shoot at an ultra-fast f/2. Regardless of the chosen configuration, EdgeHD technology ensures pinpoint stars right to the edge of the CCD sensor. The Advanced VX mount is engineered to deliver exceptional performance, capitalising on Celestron's most innovative technologies: All-Star Polar Alignment, Celestron PWI telescope control software, and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC). Whether you're an experienced imager seeking a portable mount for a dark sky site, or a novice to imaging, the Advanced VX is designed to meet your needs now and for years to come. Key Features: Advanced VX mount with Celestron's superior optics 3 distinct f-stop configurations EdgeHD technology All-Star Polar Alignment Celestron PWI telescope control software Computerised German equatorial mount The Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestron's German equatorial mounts. The computerised GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. The Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control, an autoguider, and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories. The NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2" diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability. Payload capacity The payload capacity for the Advanced VX is 13.6 kg. It offers a sturdy platform for any of the Advanced VX optical tubes, even when paired with optional accessories like StarSense AutoAlign, Focus Motor, a finderscope, and a camera. Celestron's payload capacity does not include the weight of the counterweights. Dual saddle plate As of early 2019, Advanced VX mounts include a dual saddle plate that accommodates both CG-5 and CGE-style dovetail. Switching between the two saddle plates is as simple as moving the hand knobs into a separate set of holes. You can use an Advanced VX mount with virtually any optical tube within its weight limit. Compatible with Vixen format dovetails 100mm or longer, not compatible with Losmandy D format plates (regardless of plate manufacturer). EdgeHD Optics The revolutionary EdgeHD optical design produces aberration-free images with pinpoint stars all the way to the edge of the field-of-view of today's largest imaging sensors and wide-field eyepieces. EdgeHD's unique design virtually eliminates both field curvature and off-axis coma, providing an astrograph-quality system. For more information on EdgeHD Optics, click here. Software Celestron PWI Telescope Control Software Your Ultimate Astronomy Software Suite All current Celestron computerised telescopes include Celestron PWI (CPWI), the most advanced astronomy software suite provided with any consumer-grade telescope. Celestron's experts co-developed CPWI with the engineers at PlaneWave Instruments. The result is an all-in-one solution offering you many of the same features used on PlaneWave's observatory-class telescopes. Graphical planetarium interface with PointXP advanced mount modelling allows you to add 100+ points to your alignment model for the most accurate pointing and tracking possible Ideal for remote observatory setups: save and re-load your alignment and park your scope Provides a complete ASCOM telescope interface to allow control of the telescope from third party software applications For more information on CPWI and to see the user interface, click here. Starry Night Software Included with your purchase is a free download of Celestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software. This advanced software by Simulation Curriculum offers detailed information about celestial objects and helps you plan your next observing or imaging session. The Special Edition software also allows you to control your telescope via computer. Top Three Features: Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope Advanced VX mount with Celestron's superior optics: This feature ensures that you get the best possible view of the night sky. The mount is sturdy and reliable, providing a stable platform for your telescope. The superior optics deliver clear, sharp images of celestial objects. 3 distinct f-stop configurations: This feature provides ultimate versatility for astroimagers. You can choose from three different f-stop configurations to suit your imaging needs. This flexibility allows you to capture the best possible images of the night sky. EdgeHD technology: This technology ensures that you get pinpoint stars right to the edge of the CCD sensor. This means that your images will be sharp and clear, with no distortion or blurring. This feature is essential for anyone serious about astrophotography. Our expert's opinion about the Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope The Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope is a fantastic choice for both novice and experienced imagers. The telescope offers a range of features typically found on more intricate German equatorial mounts, all at an economical price. With its superior optics, 3 distinct f-stop configurations, and EdgeHD technology, this telescope provides ultimate versatility and exceptional performance. The Advanced VX mount is engineered to deliver pinpoint stars right to the edge of the CCD sensor, making it perfect for those seeking a portable mount for a dark sky site. With Celestron's most innovative technologies like All-Star Polar Alignment and Celestron PWI telescope control software, this telescope is designed to meet your needs now and for years to come.