Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope SC 203/2032 EdgeHD 800 AVX GoTo

The Celestron EdgeHD Telescope: Precision Imaging to the Edges!

Celestron's EdgeHD telescope introduces a new era in optical excellence with its aplanatic Schmidt Cassegrain design. After over five decades of refining the Schmidt Cassegrain telescope, Celestron has redefined the boundaries of astronomical imaging.

The EdgeHD series, abbreviated from "Edge High Definition," represents true astrographs. This optical marvel delivers distortion-free, razor-sharp images right to the edge of the visual field, setting a new standard in optical performance. Unlike traditional "coma-free" designs that only correct coma aberrations outside the optical axis, EdgeHD also addresses field curvature.

Many optical systems claim to be "astrographs," promising sharp star clarity but often fall short due to curved image planes. Celestron's EdgeHD telescopes not only correct coma but also field curvature, ensuring pristine image quality across the entire field of view. This advanced correction significantly enhances resolution and minimizes aberrations, setting EdgeHD apart from other optical systems.

The XLT multi-coating further enhances EdgeHD's performance, ensuring exceptional contrast and clarity in every observation.

The EdgeHD series features meticulously redesigned mechanisms and lens tubes:

• Mirror clamps securely hold the primary mirror without compromising optical elements, ensuring stability during extended exposures.
• Air vents behind the primary mirror facilitate rapid cooling, while an integrated air filter system prevents dust from entering the optical path.

The Advanced VX mount offers unparalleled stability and precision for mobile astrophotography with small to medium-sized telescopes. With a payload capacity of up to 14kg, this mount boasts Celestron's well-engineered functions, including Periodic Error Correction (PEC) for extended exposures and smooth tracking beyond the meridian without interruption. Improved motors with high torque effectively compensate for small imbalances, ensuring accurate tracking.

Whether you're an experienced astrophotographer or a beginner venturing into astronomy, the Advanced VX mount offers ease of use and reliability. Its compact design makes it ideal for transportation to dark observation sites, providing years of service and exceptional performance.

Included Accessories:

• Finder Scope: 9x50
• 1.25'' Eyepieces: 40mm
• Deviating Optics: 1.25", 90° Star Diagonal
• Cigarette Lighter Socket: Yes
• Corrector: Integrated
• Prism Rail: Vixen-Style
• Counterweights (kg): 5.4

Specifications:

Type: Reflector

Build Type: EdgeHD-Cassegrain

Aperture (mm): 203

Focal Length (mm): 2032

Aperture Ratio (f/): 10

Resolving Capacity: 0.57

Limit Value (mag): 13.3

Light Gathering Capacity: 840

Tube Weight (kg): 5.9

Coating: Starbright XLT

Tube Construction: Full tube

Reflector:

Main Mirror's Construction: Spherical

Secondary Mirror Design: Spherical

Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 31

Ventilation for Central Mirror: Yes

Adjustable: Yes

Corrector Plate Coatings: Starbright XLT

Secondary Mirror Diameter (mm): 64

Focuser:

Type of Build: Internal

Mount:

Mounting Type: Equatorial

Type of Build: AVX

GoTo Control: Yes

Encoder: Yes

Cable Guide: External

Mounting Saddle: Vixen & Celestron CGE

Motors: Servomotors

Polar Elevation Setting (°): 7 - 77

Load Capacity (kg): 14

Power Supply: 12V

Connections: 3x Aux

Autoguider Interface: Yes

Database: 40,000

GPS: Optional

Tracking Speeds: Sidereal, Solar, and Lunar

GoTo Language: German, English, French, Spanish, Italian

Alignment Method: 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Last Alignment, Solar System Align

Software: Nexstar+

WiFi: Optional

Polar Alignment: All-Star Polar Alignment

PEC Correction: Yes

Interfaces: USB 2.0

Tracking Modes: Parallactic - North-South

Tripod:

Type: Tripod

Material: Steel

Accessory Plate: Yes

Tripod Leg Diameter (mm): 51

Max. Tripod Height (cm): 163

Min. Tripod Height (cm): 112

Weight (kg): 8.2

General:

Series: Advanced VX

Total Weight (kg): 28

Area of Application:

Moon & Planets: Yes

Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes

Nature Observation: No

Astrophotography: Yes

Sun: Not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for:

Beginners: Yes

Advanced: Yes

Observatories: No