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Introducing Celestron's bold, new CGEM computerized equatorial mount. Don't let the clean and modern appearance fool you, this is a robust platform for taking your hobby to the next level, whether it is astrophotography, or visual observing.
The CGEM mount delivers improved tracking, using high-quality gears, drives and bearings, permanent periodic error correction, and tracks well past the meridian (the best part of the sky).
The 40lbs payload capacity of this mount coupled with the 80mm (3") dovetail saddle will carry scopes up to 12". If you require more payload, we recommend the Celestron CGE Pro mount.
Celestron is known for innovation, and they continue this tradition with the new "All-Star" polar alignment that does away with the polar finder.
- Start with a rough polar alignment
- Perform a two-star alignment and add one calibration star
- Select "Align Mount"
- Locate and centre a bright star, preferably high up near the meridian, away from the Zenith, Celestial Pole or E/W horizon
- Locate the same star in the database
- Centre the star in a reticule eyepiece, using the mounts azimuth and latitude adjustments
- Update the computer star alignment
Features
- Saddle accepts 80mm (3") dovetail bars (compatible with Losmandy)
- Automatically track objects with accuracy.
- All-Star polar alignment for accurate setup for astrophotography and excellent goto performance
- High payload capacity meets the needs of 12" scopes or smaller
- Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) is non-volatile for error-free tracking with no need to constantly re-record
Mount and Tripod Specifications
- Mount Type: German Equatorial style
- Polar Finder: not required
- Analog setting circles: not required
- Dovetail Saddle: Accepts 80mm (3") Dovetail (not included)
- Steel worm gear and 90mm pitch diameter brass worm wheel
- Drive Motors - Low Cog DC Servo motor with integrated optical encoders offer smooth, quiet operation and long life at all speeds
- Internal cable wiring for trouble-free setup and transportation
- ST-4 compatible autoguider port
- Precision machined 40mm diameter steel Polar shafts supported by multiple tapered roller bearings and ball bearings
- Secure power plug ensures that the Mount's power source is not accidentally disconnected
- Heavy duty stainless steel tripod
- Color: Black with Orange Accents
- Celestron two year warranty
Computer Features
- Proven NexStar computer control technology
- Flash-upgradeable firmware
- 40,000 objects in the database including complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues
- 100 user-definable objects
- Expanded information on over 200 objects
- Two-line, 16-character LCD with red LED backlighting
- Buttons are red LED backlit
- All-star Polar alignment
- Alignment: Two-star + optional calibration stars, QuickAlign, 1-Star, Last Alignment, Solar System Align
- Nine Slew Speeds: 5°/sec, 2°/sec, 1°/sec, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x
- NexRemote advanced telescope control software
- RS-232 serial port (can be used via USB-to-RS232 adapter, or Orion's Bluestar Bluetooth Wireless/USB adapter)
- GPS Upgradable via CN-16 Accessory
- Includes RS-232 cable
- Includes 12v car plug-in adapter
- Requires 12v DC 2A (Tip positive)
- TheSkyŽ Planetarium software with 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and enhanced images
Weights and Dimensions
- Carrying capacity 18kg (40lbs) (not including counterweights)
- Tripod Weight 7.7kg (17lbs)
- Mount Weight 20kg (44lbs)
- Counterweight 5kg (11lbs)
- Total Weight: 32.7kg (72lbs)
- Mount Height 41cm (16")
- Tripod Height 85-147cm (33.5-57.8")
- Tripod Legs Outside Diameter 50mm (2") and 38mm (1.5")
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