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Vixen 8800 Vixen Flex Handle for Porta Mount

The Flex Handle by Vixen is a longer (11.5″) flexible knob that can attach to all Vixen GP and Porta Mounts. The flexible cable removes hand tremors affecting image stability when viewing at higher magnifications and in many situations makes each knob more accessible and easier to rotate. Priced individually, most users get one for each axis of movement.

Price: $39.85

Vixen Mini Porta Mount with A70Lf 700mm Telescope 2602mini

Vixen Mini Porta Mount with A70Lf 700mm Telescope 2602mini

Price: $289.00

Sky & Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas

Sky & Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas

Price: $10.95

iOptron SmartStar TM-PR 8419

The iOptron SmartStar-PR Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod system provides superior performance and stability. Ideally suited for astrophotography the EQ5 is built with precision worm gears and high-caliber bearings for smooth celestial tracking. Our heavy-duty two-inch stainless steel tripod means your telescope and images will not be disturbed by any bump or windy night. The EQ5 also includes a latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar finder scope.

The iOptron SmartStar-PR is fully computerized with a database of over 130,000, the most of any GoTo system on the market. The GoToNova Controller is more intuitive than its peers 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.

SmartStar-PR is easy to balance on both axes by simply sliding the counterweights. This is very helpful when attaching a camera or other accessory. And the single contact support system allows the tube to move freely with your attached camera.

SmartStar-PR is universally compatible with all tubes using a dovetail connection making it useful for the hobbyist with multiple tubes. It also includes a Polar Finder scope essential for accurately aligning your EQ5.

Features

Specifications
* The largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines and 21-characters Hand Control with backlit LED buttons. * Easily to Balance on Both Axes, in both RA and Dec, for smooth tracking * Clearance For Cameras and other accessories * AC connector (Optional DC adaptor available) * Strain relief power cord cable protection * Maximum payload: 35 lb * HBX ports for Autoguide, PC, and auxiliary components * GPS-compatible with optional GPS Module (#8411) * 2-inch heavy

Price: $699.00

Vixen Space Eye 50mm Telescope 32751

Start your adventure observing the stars with this easy to use telescope. Providing everything you need to begin your journey, this telescope will show you craters on the moon and views of planets.

Price: $90.99

Coronado Adapter Plates for Double Stacking Filters for AP185

Coronado Adapter Plates for Double Stacking Filters for SM40

Price: $19.99

iOptron SmartStar A N114 GoTo GPS Reflector Telescope – EQ

Introducing our SmartStar™-A-N114 Newtonian telescope system. Designed with the latest technology the 114 mm mirror is crafted with aluminum coated mirrors and exacting alignment. The precision design virtually eliminates chromatic aberration for a crisp image without a rainbow halo. You’ll be able to view planets star clusters and nebulae up close. With the SmartStar™ A-N114 you’ll also be able to take dramatic astro-photographs. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object.Dual Mount: Alt-Azimuth & German Equatorial – The Cube™The SmartStar™-A-N114 Newtonian reflector telescope comes with our patented Dual Mount: Alt-Azimuth & German Equatorial 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. The mount can be level for Alt-Azimuth or locked into position for German Equatorial. 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 marketThe GoToNovaTM 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.

iOptron SmartStar A N114 GoTo GPS Reflector Telescope – EQ Wedge Mount

iOptron iEQ30 w/ Tripod 3000

iOptron iEQ30 w/ Tripod 3000

Next in the iEQ Series of high performing and portable equatorial mounts is the iEQ30 by iOptron. Only delivering the best GoTo technology from iOptron, the iEQ30 is a specialized astrophotography mount priced affordably but never lacking in quality. The iEQ30 is ideal for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers. The iEQ30 comes standard on a 1.5″ stainless steel tripod, has a built in GPS, and has a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope. The iEQ30 offers premium performance in an easy-to-transport package.

The iEQ30 features a compact, sturdy, and portable German Equatorial mount that has the highest Payload/Mount ratie (2.0) in category. The iEQ30 has the capability of reverse guiding with autoprotection with its ST-4 autoguiding port. There is also a permanent periodic error correction and the iEQ30 has an ultra-accurate tracking with temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO). The Payload on the iEQ30 is approximately 31 lbs and the mount weight is 15 lbs. There is a built-in 32-channel GPS and a controller with Advanced GoToNOVA technology including a heating mechanism for working at low temperatures down to negative 20 degrees Celsius.

Specifications:
* Payload- 31 lbs * Payload/Mount Weight- 2.0 * Right Ascension Worm- 108mm, 180 teeth * Declination Worm- 87mm, 144 teeth * Right Ascension Axis- 40mm * Declination Axis- 30mm * Motor Drive- Precision DC servo with encoder * Resolution- 0.11 arc seconds * Transmission- Synchronous belt/Gear * Latitude Adjustment Range- 0 degrees ~ 65 degrees * Azimuth Adjustment Range- +/- 6 degrees * GPS- Internal 32-channel GPS * Polar Scope- Yes. AccuAligning Polar Scope with dark field illumination * Level Indicator- Yes * Hand Controller- GO2Nova 8407 with 358,000 objects database * PEC- Permanent PEC * Tracking- Automatic * Speed- 1x,2x,8x,16x,64x,128x,256x512x, MAX (~4 degrees/sec) * Counter

Price: $1,299.00

Astroboy 60mm Computerized Table Telescope in Green

9403 Features: -Alt-Azimuth Mount with GOTONOVATM computer control technology.-Real-time GOTO and tracking features.-4,000+ object database with 256 user-definable objects.-4 line, 20-character LCD hand controller with backlit LED buttons for easy operation.-Dual-axis servomotor with optical encoders.-Drive motor with 5-speed setting for precise tracking.-Tabletop base.-60mm achromatic refractor telescope for land and celestial objects observation.-Optional tripod (part #9421).-Also attaches to photo tripods with camera screw. Includes: -Includes its own hard case for easy travel and storage.

Price: $158.99

SmartStar R80 GPS Computerized Telescope Color: Blue

9802 Color: Blue Features: -SmartStar R80 GPS Computerized Telescope.-Equipped with the award-winning Cube telescope mount.-Quick setup process and easy-to-learn.-Automatic star pointing and tracking.-K10 and K25 eyepieces.-1.25” 45-degree diagonal.-Cube alt-azimuth telescope mount.-32-channel internal GPS module allows for automatic location synchronization.-Aluminum tripod with adjustable height control.-8405 Go To Nova hand controller with 5,000 objects.-Lens Type: Refractor.-Magnification: 40.-Instruction Manual: Yes.-Instruction Languages: English.-Assembled in Country of Origin: China. Color/Finish: -Color: Astro Blue. Assembly Instructions: -80mm refractor optical tube assembly with 400mm focal length. Dimensions: -Dimensions: 14” H x 7” W x 30” D.