NexStar 6SE SCT

A great starter computerized telescope. Easily portable with high quality optics. Be sure you take the time to read the manual and familiarize yourself with the StarAlign setup procedures using the hand controller! Be sure to pick up an AC adapter or battery pack.   Description Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike. 6-inch aperture with excellent light-gathering ability provides impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor. Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you. SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects. Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly. Celestron’s signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the NexStar 6SE. It’s a solid choice for your first serious telescope, offering striking views at an economical price.  View the Universe’s Most Impressive Celestial Objects The 6SE’s six-inch primary mirror packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that the solar system has to offer: Cassini’s Division in Saturn’s rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter, and geographic features on the surface of the Moon. When it comes to deep sky objects, take your 6SE to a dark-sky site and you’ll see hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and more. Revolutionary Single Fork Arm Mount We know the best telescope is the one you will use most often. That’s why Celestron’s engineers created NexStar SE’s unique, patented single fork arm mount. It’s perfectly portable and makes setup quick and easy. What’s more, the NexStar SE breaks down into several lightweight and compact pieces, making it easy to transport, even in small vehicles. You’ll have no problem getting the NexStar SE to your favorite observing site, or setting it up quickly in your backyard. Aligning your telescope is simple and painless, too, thanks to SkyAlign. This process makes alignment as easy as 1-2-3: just center three bright objects in your eyepiece and press ALIGN. For even easier alignment, attach our StarSense AutoAlign and your NexStar SE aligns itself! Advanced Features Let the NexStar SE Grow with You The NexStar SE is compatible with all the high-tech accessories advanced users love. Provide GPS coordinates to your telescope with SkySync, or add automatic alignment functionality with StarSense AutoAlign. For planetary imaging, pair your NexStar 6SE with one of our Skyris cameras. Or, experiment with wide-field deep sky astroimaging by replacing the telescope’s secondary mirror with a DSLR or astronomical CCD camera with a Fastar/HyperStar lens assembly. From your first observing session and for years to come, the NexStar SE is your trusted companion. Specifications Alignment Procedures SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align Aperture (mm) 150 mm (5.91 in) Apparent Field of View 0.83 " Communication Ports RS-232 communication port on hand control, Aux Computer Hand Control Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons Database 40,000 objects, 200 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects Finderscope StarPointer Focal Length 1500 mm (59 in) Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... 25 mm (0.98 in) Focal Ratio 10 Highest Useful Magnification 354 x Light Gathering Power (Comp... 459 x Limiting Stellar Magnitude 13.4 Linear Field of View (@1000... 44 ft (13 m) Lowest Useful Magnification 21 x Magnification of Eyepiece 1 60 x Mount Info: N.A. Mount Type Single Fork Arm Altazimuth Optical Coatings StarBright XLT Optical Design Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Info: N.A. Optical Tube Length 16 in (406 mm) Power Requirements 8-AA batteries (not included) Resolution (Dawes) 0.77 arc seconds Resolution (Rayleigh) 0.93 arc seconds Secondary Mirror Obstructio... 14% Secondary Mirror Obstruction 2.2 in (56 mm) Slew Speeds Nine slew speeds Star Diagonal 1.25" Total Telescope Kit Weight 21 lbs (9.53 kg) Tracking Modes Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South Tracking Rates Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Tripod Steel leg Warranty 2-year Telescope Warranty