Orion SkyQuest XT10g Computerized GoTo Dobsonian Telescope

Orion SkyQuest XT10g Computerized GoTo Dobsonian Telescope Reviews

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Orion SkyQuest XT10g Computerized GoTo Dobsonian Telescope Feature

• Fully motorized GoTo Dobsonian reflector telescope locates, centers, and automatically tracks any of 42,000 celestial objects with pushbutton ease!
• Big 10-inch aperture reflector optics gathers plenty of light for pleasing views of galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters as well as bright close-up study of the planets and Moon
• Computerized GoTo motors, encoders, and gears come pre-installed on the Dobsonian base for easy assembly
• Requires 12V power supply (sold seperately) for motorized operation
• Includes 2-inch dual-speed (11:1) Crayford focuser, 28mm 2-inch DeepView eyepiece, 12.5mm 1.25-inch illuminated crosshair Plossl eyepiece, EZ Finder II reflex sight, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, and Starry Night software

Orion Dobsonians have always been known for superb optical and mechanical quality, wonderful ease of use, and remarkably affordable prices. One other thing they - and almost all other Dobs on the market - have had in common: you pushed the telescope to your observing target by hand. Until now. Orion is pleased to herald another giant leap in Dobsonian evolution with the introduction of the SkyQuest XTg series of fully motor driven GoTo Dobsonians. Now, pointing a Dob to even the most elusive of NGC curiosities is as easy as pushing a button or two on the XTg Dobsonians' illuminated hand controller. High-torque servo motors guided by two pairs of high-resolution encoders then slew the telescope right to your object of interest - any of over 42,000 objects in the GoTo controller's database. No more nudging the telescope tube continuously to keep the object from drifting out of the field of view, either. The XTg automatically tracks the object's motion, keeping it centered in the eyepiece while you savor the view. What's more, the closed-loop electronics of the XTg let you move the telescope manually - or endure the accidental bump - without losing orientation for accurate, automated GoTo pointing!

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Orion SkyQuest XX12i Dobsonian Telescope, Shroud & Case Set

Orion SkyQuest XX12i Dobsonian Telescope, Shroud & Case Set Reviews

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Orion SkyQuest XX12i Dobsonian Telescope, Shroud & Case Set Feature

• A complete portable big-aperture telescope set - includes our innovative XX12i Truss Tube Dobsonian, view optimizing Light Shroud, and custom Case Set to hold and transport the optical tube components safely
• Traditional 8-truss reflector optical tube design offers superior optical tube rigidity compared to other designs in this category
• IntelliScope computerized object locating technology pinpoints any of 14,000 objects in seconds
• Included custom-designed light shroud for the SkyQuest XX12i telescope to block stray light to improve image contrast
• Included three case set designed to protect the optical tube sections of the SkyQuest XX12i Truss Tube Dobsonian reflector during transport

If the idea of a big-aperture telescope appeals to you, but the portability issue has kept you on the fence, you can hop off it now. We've got the perfect solution - the SkyQuest XX12i IntelliScope Truss Tube Dob. It's a deep-sky observer's dream scope, offering jumbo 12" Pyrex optics (f/4.9); a stylish, reduced-weight base outfitted with IntelliScope object location technology; and a sturdy truss tube design that disassembles in about a minute into compact, easily portable components. Finally, a deluxe, large-aperture Dobsonian that fits comfortably in a compact car for transport to your favorite observing site! The eight trusses (four captive pairs) provide more-rigid support than other designs in this category. We've also outfitted the XX12i base with nothing but the best materials: EbonyStar laminate and Virgin Teflon azimuth bearing surfaces provide silky smooth azimuth motion. Equipped with dual-speed (11:1) 2" Crayford focuser, large 8" altitude bearings, full set of great accessories, a computerized database of 14,000 celestial objects -- and a price just north of a grand! -- the XX12i is one killer telescope deal. One-year limited warranty. Package includes a custom designed water-resistant shroud and three waterproof, double-stitched polyester/nylon cases especially designed for the SkyQuest XX12i.

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