Celestron ADVANCED VX 6" REFRACTOR TELESCOPE

The Advanced VX(AVX)sets a new standard in mid-level telescopes, providing many of the features found on Celestrons most sophisticated German equatorial mounts at an extremely affordable price. The Advanced VX 6 refractor telescope offers no obstruction of the aperture and at a focal ratio of f/8, the telescope provides you the highest possible contrast when viewing celestial objects, especially the planets. The Advanced VX mount is designed to provide superior performance for smaller telescopes while taking advantage of Celestrons most advanced technologies: All-Star Polar Alignment, Celestron PWI telescope control software, SkyAlign, and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC).If youre an experienced imager, youll love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site and enjoying all the conveniences of a larger observatory mount. Or, if youre new to imaging, Advanced VX will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.Computerized German equatorial mountThe Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestrons German equatorial mounts. The computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. The Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control, an autoguider, and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories. The NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2 diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability.