Celestron StarSense Explorer 8 Inch App-Enabled Dobsonian Telescope

Designed for beginner use, the Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian Telescope is an app-friendly telescope. It uses your smartphone to analyze and calculate the position of the night sky in real-time. The user-friendly telescope allows you to listen to audio descriptions and view detailed information about the celestial objects as you navigate and observe.

Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian Telescope Key Features:

• Offers a guided tour of the night sky
• Uses your smartphone to analyze and calculate star patterns in the night sky
• Includes a large 8-inch parabolic primary mirror to locate deep-sky objects
• XLT mirror coatings allow detailed imagery of night-sky objects
• Sturdy, Dobsonian-style base makes it easy to follow your desired target
• Capable of generating a list of objects currently visible
• On-screen arrows guide you to objects and the bullseye turns green when in view
• On-screen arrows guide you to objects and the bullseye turns green when in view
• Enables the user to listen to audio descriptions and view detailed information
• Large diameter altitude bearings have variable tensioning and braces on side panels
• Includes a panning knob for an ergonomic grip
• Newtonian reflector optical tube features an outstanding light-gathering ability
• Low-expansion optical glass helps maintain image quality in changing weather conditions
• Compatible with most Android and iOS smartphones
• Uses a Lost in Space Algorithm to help match star patterns to the database

Expanded Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian Telescope Key Features:

High-Quality Optics and Stunning Views

The StarSense Explorer Telescope features a large 8-inch Newtonian reflector optical tube with good light-gathering ability. It noticeably brings out the details in celestial objects and allows you to observe sharp, bright views. The mirror surfaces have optical coatings of XLT to visibly increase the light output and contrast for better imagery. The low-expansion optical glass construction of the mirror ensures the best image quality under changing environmental conditions. The telescope also comes with a high-quality Crayford focuser for smooth and precise movements without focus shifting. The thumbscrew allows you to lock in the sharpest focus.

StarSense Sky Recognition Technology

The telescope uses patented StarSense Sky Recognition technology, enabling the connected smartphone to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed. The Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA) is technology used by satellites in orbit for orientation and the same is used in the telescope to help the smartphone application match detected star patterns to the internal database.

Compatible with Modern Smartphones

It works with your smartphone to analyze star patterns and locate the position of the telescope in the night sky. It can be used with most modern smartphones, including Android devices and iOS devices (iPhone 6 and up). The phone can be placed in the StarSense dock and communicates through the StarSense Explorer application that generates a list of visible celestial objects. The bullseye turns green as the selected object is ready to be viewed in the eyepiece.

Sturdy Altazimuth Base

The high-quality Altazimuth base with a large diameter provides a sturdy foundation for the telescope. The Dobsonian base features large altitude bearings with variable tensioning, braces on side panels, and Teflon azimuth bearings for additional stability. It provides a smooth up-and-down motion and the integrated panning knob provides a stern grip for positioning the StarSense. There is an integrated altitude “brake” system to adjust the tension along the altitude axis for a smooth motion.

Charges Smartphones

The Celestron StarSense Explorer allows you to enhance the setup by adding a separately purchased PowerTank Glow 5000 to it. This 2-in-1 accessory has a USB power bank that is capable of charging your devices in the field. The two ports at the front of the telescope dock provide a convenient location for charging the phone and are compatible with the PowerTank Glow 5000.

What's in the box?

• 1 x Optical Tube
• 1 x Dobsonian Base
• 1 x 25mm Eyepiece
• 1 x 2-inch Crayford Focuser
• 1 x StarPointer Red-dot Finderscope
• 1 x StarSense Explorer Dock
• 1 x StarSense Explorer Unlock Code
• 1 x Eyepiece Rack
• 1 x Collimation Cap
• 1 x Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software

FAQs:

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Question What is the weight of the telescope?

Answer The StartSense optical tube weighs around 9.34kg and the Altazimuth Dobsonian base weighs up to 10.3kg, adding up to a total telescope kit weight of 19.68kg.

Question When does the bullseye turn green?

Answer While navigating through the night sky, when the selected object comes into view of the eyepiece, the bullseye turns green. Sometimes when observing faint deep-sky objects, the object may seem too dim to see even if it is in the eyepiece.

Question How large is the optical tube aperture?

Answer The large aperture of 203mm allows you to view and observe the night sky with ease.

Question Can the phone be charged while using the telescope?

Answer An additional accessory, PowerTank Glow 5000, can be used to charge your mobile devices while using and observing through the telescope.

Question What is the mirror material?