A:AnswerYou can hold up a second smartphone and place the camera lens up to the eyepiece to take photos of the moon, bright planets, and terrestrial objects. In addition, a Smartphone Adapter is available separately that will attach to the eyepiece so a phone's camera lens can be perfectly aligned to compose pictures.
A:AnswerI usually keep this telescope covered and in my garage but I did leave it out in the backyard one night and there was heavy dee and light rain overnight but ive seen no sign of rust and the rri pod system is very sturdy, the scope carries some weight and my son has a rambuctious husky that runs into everything, she couldnt topple the telescope though!
A:AnswerThe StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ's optical system (mirrors) are collimated (not sealed) at the factory prior to shipping. However, due to the nature of Newtonian reflective optics, they may become misaligned due to vibrations, during transport, and through normal usage.
A:AnswerNo, because the StarSense Explorer 114mm is a Newtonian reflector telescope, an image erect diagonal will not work. Position your body, so that you are standing at the front of the telescope tube while your back is facing towards your terrestrial target. Tilt your head as you peer into the eyepiece, and the subject will be seen in its correct image orientation.
A:AnswerDue to the global pandemic, many of our telescopes are back ordered, including the StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ. While we do not have an estimated time of arrival, we are slowly receiving in new shipments. Thank you for your patience. Celestron
A:AnswerWe recommend that you place your order with your dealer as we are doing everything possible to fulfill orders in the order they are received when new shipments come in from our factories.
A:AnswerYes, faint galaxies are visible through the StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ telescope. However, they are difficult to see from the city due to light pollution. Galaxies such as Andromeda, the Whirlpool, M81 & M82, will reveal themselves nicely from a dark sky site away from city lights.
A:AnswerThe StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ is very lightweight and portable – perfect for camping trips. You can transport the telescope in its box, or look for an aftermarket carrying case.
