Describes the brightness of a star or point-shaped object, which can still just be distinguished by the telescope. The naked eye, for example, can make out stars with a magnitude of up to 6.

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12,4

Light gathering capacity

Light-gathering capacity of the telescope compared to the eye.

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350

Max. useful magnification

The telescope’s magnification should not exceed this factor, because otherwise the image will appear weak and dark.

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260

Tube construction

Full tube

Focuser

A focuser is used to hold an eyepiece. The image can be focussed using the focus wheels on the side.

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Type of build

There are basically two different construction types: the rack and pinion focuser and the Crayford focuser.

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Gear rack

Connection ( to eyepiece)

Focusers are available in 1.25" or 2" formats. Many 2" focusers also have a 1.25" adapter.

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1,25"

Mount

A mount is the foundation of an astronomical telescope. It usually consists of the mount head and an appropriate tripod.

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Type of build

Describes the exact construction of the particular mount and thereby further subdivides the different types of mount.

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EQ-2

Mounting type

Are mainly differentiated between equatorial and altazimuth. A special type of altazimuth mount is the Dobsonian mount.

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Equatorial

Is a type of mount set-up, whereby one axis is aligned parallel to the axis of the Earth.

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GoTo control

Object positioning system, available in real GoTo and also PushTo versions.

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Tripod

The tripod is a part of the mount, it provides a stable stand and is usually adjustable in height.

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Material

Aluminium

Type

Tripod

Height (cm)

71-123

Included accessories

Many telescopes came with simple accessories.

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1.25'' eyepieces

Eyepieces are needed for observing. Depending on the focal length, you achieve a certain level of magnification.
The specification 1.25" refers to the diameter of the connector (1.25" = 31.8 millimetres).

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25mm, 10mm

Barlow Lens

Extends the focal length and thus increases the magnification of a telescope. It is positioned between the telescope and eyepiece or camera.

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Finder scope

A mini telescope used to locate a celestial object. There are optical finders and red dot finders.

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Red dot finder

A red LED dot is projected onto a disc.

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General

Total weight (kg)

22,1

Special recommendation

yes

Series

EQ-2

Compact equatorial mount for on the move.

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Area of application

The area of application will give you a broad overview of the purposes for which the telescope is suited.

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Moon & Planets

yes

Nebulae & galaxies

yes

Nature Observation

Astrophotography

not recommended

Sun

Telescopes for safe solar observing.

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no (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for

Recommended for...

The classification of the telescopes according to their suitability for beginners, advanced or observatories is useful as an initial orientation.

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Beginners

Telescopes that are supplied as a complete system and are easy to operate.

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yes

Advanced

Telescopes for experienced observers, but also for ambitious beginners.

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Observatories

Telescopes suitable for a fixed mount, whether that is in the garden or an observatory.

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Product safety

Manufacturer: Pacific Telescope Corp, 160-11880 Hammersmith Way, V7A 5C8 Richmond BC, CA, www.skywatcher.com

Responsible person: Optical Vision Limited, Duracher Straße 11, 87437 Kempten, DE, [email protected]

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