However, this combination makes Maksutov telescopes ideal instruments for observing the Moon and planets. But the field of view is rather narrow when compared to achromatic refractor telescopes. Maksutov telescopes have a very long focal length despite their compact design. The enclosed optics and collimation stability with Maksutovs ensure their robustness.
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Maksutov telescopes are very compact and therefore ideally suited for portable use or for when travelling. The LED red dot finder provided makes observing the night sky even easier.Īn optional 45° erecting prism can be used to turn the telescope into a spotting scope for observing terrestrial objects during the day. The AutoStar software works without needing a PC or laptop, and lets you automatically slew to and follow a large number of astronomical objects, so that the target object always remains in the field of view despite the earth's rotation. The well-proven Autostar electronic control hand box comes included in delivery. The altazimuth mount uses two motors, for horizontal and vertical movement, to navigate the night sky. You can see the RS232 connector on the top side with the pin 9 connected to the 12V wire to power the BlueTooth adapter two mono audio connectors lower on the scope's front and back sides (left and right) and the standard Meade Aux connector (RJ14) on the lower back side. This corrective lens ensures a crisp image with no chromatic aberration. Here is the right fork arm with all of the wires in place. This extremely compact Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope is basically a reflecting telescope with an additional Maksutov lens at the front. AutoStar then prompts you to enter the magnitude of the object. This easy to transport, computerized telescope will provide beginners with a lifetime of pleasure!