Celestron C8-NGT Advanced Series GT Computerized Telescopes

The Advanced Series family of computerized GoTo telescopes was designed to offer the novice or more advanced user a selection of models with the features and quality that serious amateurs can appreciate.

CG-5 Mount Precision Engineered For Stability

The CG-5 German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears loctaed on both axes for extremely smooth operation. The key component in making this system the most stable in it class is the heavy-duty tripod. Featuring larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent dampening characteristics for the most stable views. The CG-5 comes equipped with a convient latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar Finderscope for the ultimate in precision alignments.

GoTo Convience and GPS Compatibility For Precision Accuracy

Celestron proudly offer the Advanced Series on a computerized GoTo CG-5 mount. Couple this solidly-built mount with the included NexStar computerized control system to utilize several of the same functions and features as Celestron's most advanced GoTo telescope. The Advanced Series can be upgraded to GPS with the optional SkySync GPS Accessory, 246N162. This accessory conveniently allows your telescope to pinpoint your exact location on Earth, and the date and time, to make the alignment process faster and easier than ever before! The Advanced Series also comes fully loaded with new software features and a 40,000+ object database. Capable of holding over 35lbs of payload and sleaing at 4 deg per second, you can quickly point to any of the celestial objects in teh database. Let Celestron bring the universe to you.

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