Celestron - NexStar Evolution 8 HD Telescope - White
- General
- Brand: Celestron
- Model Number: 12096
- Product Name: NexStar Evolution 8 HD Telescope
- Color: White
- Additional Dimensions
- Objective Lens Diameter: 0 millimeters (Generally, the larger the diameter of the objective lens, the greater the light-collecting power and the brighter images will appear.)
- Included
- Eyepieces Included: 40mm & 13mm
- Features
- Magnification Type: Variable (Variable magnification indicates the presence of a zoom function on the device, but fixed magnification cannot be adjusted by the user.)
- Optical Design: Other (There are three primary optical designs for telescopes: refractor, reflector, or catadioptric. Refractors use lenses, reflectors use mirror(s), and catadioptric telescopes use a combination of both to form images.)
- Imaging
- Magnification: 480 times
- Exposure Control
- Focal Length: 13 millimeters (The distance from an optical device's primary lens or mirror to the point where light rays come together in a single focused point, used to determine a device's magnifying power.)
- Other
- UPC: 050234120968
Perfect for Visual Use or Beginning Astroimaging. This telescope is an excellent instrument for those looking to explore astroimaging. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers brass worm gears along with improved motors, which provide great tracking accuracy. Capture images of the Moon and planets by attaching any planetary imaging camera. You can even experiment with imaging brighter deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula with your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, turn your alt-azimuth mount into equatorial setup by adding the Wedge for NexStar Evolution. This accessory will enable you to achieve longer exposures for more detailed astrophotos. The NexStar Evolution mount also features a built-in lithium-iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery with enough power for 10-hour astroimaging sessions. Of course, the EdgeHD optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT™ optical coatings—a great choice for visual observers and budding astro-imagers alike. NexStar Evolution is equipped with 4 auxiliary ports—two on top of the fork and two on the bottom. A StarSense hand control is still included, but is not necessary when using NexStar Evolution with the app. Accessories Included: The NexStar Evolution 8” telescope includes two 1.25” Plössl 40mm & 13mm eyepiece, which is great for observing most any celestial object right out of the box. What’s more, your telescope includes a 1.25" star diagonal, 1.25” Visual Back, the StarSense AutoAlign accessory, and a StarPointer Pro™ finderscope. The StarSense AutoAlign comes with a hand control, but thanks to the internal WiFi and SkyPortal app, use of the hand control is completely optional. To increase your field of view without sacrificing performance, add the optional EdgeHD reducer lens, bringing your focal ratio down to f/7. Software that Comes FREE with your Purchase. Celestron PWI Telescope Control: Your Ultimate Astronomy Software. All current Celestron computerized telescopes include Celestron PWI (CPWI), the most advanced astronomy software provided with any consumer-grade telescope. Celestron’s experts co-developed CPWI with the engineers at PlaneWave Instruments. The result is an all-in-one solution offering you many of the same features used on PlaneWave’s observatory-class telescopes.Graphical planetarium interface with PointXP advanced mount modelling allows you to add 100+ points to your alignment model for the most accurate pointing and tracking possible. Ideal for remote observatory setups: save and re-load your alignment and park your scope. Provides a complete ASCOM telescope interface to allow control of the telescope from third party software applications. For more information on CPWI and to see the user interface, click here.
- 8” EdgeHD optical tube: provides superb visual and astro-imaging performance, free of coma and field curvature.
- Rechargeable lithium-iron phosphate battery: enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
- Built-in WiFi: no hand control required! Use your smartphone or tablet to connect to the telescope via WiFi.
- StarSense AutoAlign: aligns your telescope automatically and works with the SkyPortal Powered by SkySafari™ app for complete wireless control.
- Fastar/HyperStar compatible: so you can image deep sky objects in seconds at f/2, often eliminating the need to autoguide or track on a wedge.
- 8” EdgeHD optical tube: provides superb visual and astro-imaging performance, free of coma and field curvature.
- Rechargeable lithium-iron phosphate battery: enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
- Built-in WiFi: no hand control required! Use your smartphone or tablet to connect to the telescope via WiFi.
- StarSense AutoAlign: aligns your telescope automatically and works with the SkyPortal Powered by SkySafari™ app for complete wireless control.
- Fastar/HyperStar compatible: so you can image deep sky objects in seconds at f/2, often eliminating the need to autoguide or track on a wedge.
Whats Included
- NexStar Evolution 8 HD Telescope
- NexStar Evolution 8 HD Telescope
Documents
- Product Manual
- Product Manual
Q: Does this telescope come with any software?
A: Yes, this telescope includes Celestron PWI Telescope Control software.
Q: Does this telescope automatically align itself?
A: Yes, this telescope automatically aligns using StarSense AutoAlign.
Q: What is the magnification of this telescope?
A: The magnification of this telescope is 480 times.
Q: Can I control this telescope with my smartphone?
A: Yes, you can control this telescope with your smartphone or tablet via WiFi.
Q: Are there any eyepieces included with the telescope?
A: Yes, the telescope includes two 1.25” Plössl 40mm & 13mm eyepieces.
Q: Is the hand control required to use this telescope?
A: No, the hand control is completely optional thanks to the internal WiFi and SkyPortal app.
Q: What kind of battery does this telescope use?
A: This telescope uses a built-in lithium-iron phosphate battery.
