| Engineered for portability, while still easy to use for astrophotography, the Meade Instruments LX85 German Equatorial GoTo Mount delivers the performance required for clear views and images through the use of dual-axis low-cog DC servo motors with backlash compensation. Included in is Meade's proprietary Smart Drive system that records and constantly refines its Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) to improve positioning and tracking precision and ensure your target object stays centered for long-exposure photography. Supporting the mount is a solid 1.75" stainless steel tripod that has a wide stance for stability on most terrain, and a center tray that holds eyepieces and accessories and acts as a leg lock to further stabilize while helping to minimize vibrations.
Controlling the mount is the latest and remarkable generation of the AutoStar system: the AudioStar. This computer controller is equipped with a database of over 30,000 objects, including the planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and the complete Messier catalog; it can also be programmed with up to 100 custom user-defined objects with filters to create custom object lists. An integrated speaker and Astronomer Inside system is packed with over four hours of commentary that is customized to objects that are visible in the night sky on any given day and time. Its intuitive menu-driven user interface makes observing the heavens fast and easy, and multiple alignment options make the controller an invaluable tool to new users and experienced stargazers alike. Mount 33-pound payload capacity is ideal for large-aperture and/or heavy optical tubes and accessories like astrophotography rigs German equatorial mount allows accurate tracking for long-duration observation sessions Ideal for astrophotography as single right ascension tracking eliminates field rotation that causes fuzzy and blurry primary images and streaking of star fields Controlled by AudioStar hand controller to limit vibration and improve movement accuracy Low-cog 12 VDC servo motors enable precision GoTo and tracking accuracy with limited vibrations Vixen-style dovetail saddle is compatible with many optical tube assemblies Includes a 9-pound counterweight with shaft Dual-axis manual clutch releases for movement without the use of the hand controller Integrated bull's-eye bubble level to aid setup, alignment, and tracking accuracy
AudioStar GoTo Controller features 2-line LED display 20-key alphanumeric keypad, red LED backlight 68HC11, 8 MHz processor Built-in red utility light 30,000+ object database User-friendly menu-driven system navigation Slew speeds: 1x, 2x, 8x, 16x, 64x, 0.5°/sec, 1°/sec, 1.5°/sec, 4°/sec (max) Assisted alignment procedures: Easy (Two-Star), One-star, Two-star, Three-star Customizable guided tours for specific date, time, and location Built-in speaker with Astronomer Inside plays over four hours of educational content about the celestial objects you view Predicts events to plan future astronomy sessions such as sunrise/sunset, moon phases/moonrise/moonset, meteor showers, lunar/solar eclipses, equinoxes/solstices Smart Drive records permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) to improve tracking accuracy over time Backlash compensation allows user to train out the intrinsic play between gears to improve GoTo and tracking accuracy Powered by mount to be lighter and easier to use 24" coiled cord Updatable via Internet using RS-232 port
Database Details: Solar system, including Moon, Sun, planets Comets and asteroids 88 major constellations Popular named objects Galaxies, quasars, and nebulae Multiple catalogs including Messier, Caldwell, and NGC Stars, including named stars, SAO catalog, double stars, variable stars Satellites, including the International Space Station (ISS), and Hubble Space Telescope (HST) User-defined astronomical and terrestrial objects
Tripod Adjustable height from 31.5" to 43.5" accommodates a wide variety of optical tube assemblies and viewing positions Lightweight and durable cast aluminum mount base 1.75" diameter stainless steel legs 39.5x6.25x5.75" collapsed size, for easier portability Tray keeps accessories accessible and off the ground Weight: 12.4 pounds 1 year mfr warranty
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