Meade ACF-SC 203/2000 UHTC LX200 GoTo Telescope without Tripod

Meade’s LX200 stands as the premier choice among advanced amateur telescopes worldwide, and for good reason. It seamlessly integrates cutting-edge optical precision with robust mechanical and electronic components, rendering it the epitome of versatility in astronomical equipment.

Resting atop an ultra-stable tripod and mount, the LX200-ACF boasts an impressive array of features. From the Primary Mirror Lock, eliminating focus and mirror shift during lengthy exposures, to the large, high-quality worm-gear drives in both axes, ensuring exceptionally smooth movement, and the Smart Drive system, offering Permanent Periodic Error Correction vital for extended astrophotography sessions.

Equipped with the AutoStar II handbox controller, the LX200-ACF grants access to over 140,000 celestial objects with unparalleled GoTo performance. This user-friendly handbox facilitates complete control over every aspect of the telescope’s operation, allowing even external computer control with supplied or third-party software.

Advanced Coma-free Optics (ACF) and Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) ensure impeccable image quality and enhanced light transmission, ideal for capturing brighter star clusters, finer nebulae details, and planetary surface features.

AutoStar II: Tour the Cosmos with Ease

Operating the telescope is effortless with the AutoStar II system. Nearly all functions are accessible through its intuitive interface, backed by flash memory for future upgrades and enhancements.

Key Features of the AutoStar II system include:

• Automatic navigation to over 145,000 stored celestial objects, including Messier and NGC catalog items.
• Guided tours of celestial highlights tailored to any night of the year.
• A comprehensive glossary of astronomical terms for reference.

The AutoStar II handbox boasts soft-touch keys for a tactile feel, with a backlit LCD for easy viewing in dark conditions, ensuring a user-friendly experience.

Level North Technology simplifies alignment with the built-in GPS receiver providing precise date, time, and location data, while Smart Drive facilitates accurate tracking.

Included Accessories:

• Battery Compartment: Yes
• 1.25'' Eyepieces: 26mm
• Deviating Optics: 1.25", 90° Star Diagonal
• Finder Scope: 8x50

Specifications:

Optics:

Type: Reflector

Build Type: ACF-Cassegrain

Aperture (mm): 203

Focal Length (mm): 2000

Aperture Ratio (f/): 10

Resolving Capacity: 0.68

Limit Value (mag): 13.3

Light Gathering Capacity: 840

Tube Material: Aluminum

Coating: UHTC

Tube Construction: Full tube

Reflector:

Corrector Plate Coatings: UHTC

Secondary Mirror Design: Hyperbolic

Main Mirror Construction: Spherical

Ventilation for Central Mirror: No

Adjustable: Yes

Focuser:

Type of Build: Internal

Connection to Eyepiece: 2"

Connecting Thread (Telescope Side): SC

Motorized: Optional

Gear Reduction: Without

Mount:

Type of Build: LX200

GoTo Control: Yes

Mounting Type: Azimuthal

Motors: Servomotors

Internal Clock: Yes

Cable Guide: Internal

Power Supply: 12V

Power Consumption (mA): 5000

Battery Compartment: Yes

Battery Life (h): 20

Database: 145,000

GPS: Yes

Software: AutoStar II

GoTo Language: English

PEC Correction: Meade Smart Drive

Tracking Speeds: Sidereal, Lunar, Custom

Precision: 1

Interfaces: AutoGuider, Aux, RS232

Hand Controller: AutoStar II

Alignment Method: Level North Technology

Tripod:

Type: Without

General:

Series: LX200

Total Weight (kg): 20.4

Area of Application:

Astrophotography: Yes

Moon & Planets: Yes

Nature Observation: No

Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes

Sun: Not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended For:

Beginners: No

Advanced: Yes

Observatories: Yes

Miscellaneous:

Battery Type: Baby (C, LR14)