More about the series SkyQuest...
The Orion SkyQuest telescope:
The optics of this Newtonian reflector telescope are of Orion's customary high quality. The soda lime glass mirror is supplied with high-quality aluminium and silicon dioxide coatings. Focusing on models up to 150mm aperture is via a 1.25" rack-and-pinion drive, and from 203mm aperture a 2" Crayford focuser is used.
The Dobsonian base turns on smoothly running Teflon bearings, so allowing jerk-free, effortless movement of the telescope. The tube holds position as it is suspended in perfect balance. The components of the telescope are both easy to handle and light; the telescope is eminently portable and can be assembled in just a few steps and without specialist knowledge or tools. The entire construction distinguishes itself by its insensitivity to wind and its stability.
SynScan GoTo control transforms the SkyQuest into a fully fledged GoTo telescope. After you have aligned the mount to the Pole Star, the device is set up for use by means of a straightforward two star alignment. More than 42,000 objects from the internal database are then at your disposal. The telescope slews to the desired destination at the press of a button and tracks it automatically. Control is via the SynScan hand control box.
Now NEW with integrated WLAN (Wi-Fi): This mount generates its own WLAN (Wi-Fi) so that you can connect your Smartphone or tablet to the mount. If you install the free SynScan Pro app, you can control the mount wirelessly with your Smartphone or tablet. You can find this app in the usual app stores for the common operating systems.
One advantage of controlling the mount via the app is that it can obtain the necessary information (location, date and time) directly from your smartphone, so there is no need to enter it manually.
However, you can also operate this mount with the classic SynScan hand controller. Both options are based on the same database of approximately 42,000 celestial objects.
It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:
- We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
- We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.
