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• The Celestron NexStar 102SLT Computerized Telescope is ideal for beginner astronomers! It has a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 40,000 celestial objects! Its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, allows for a hassle-free set-up and stargazing session!

  The SkyAlign alignment technology coupled with the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning easy. With the NexStar 102SLT, you can see breathtaking views of the lunar landscape and many of the solar-system's planets at medium and high magnification. 

  KEY FEATURES

  • StarPointer Finderscope- helps to align with and accurately locating celestial objects.
  • Quick, no-tool set-up- quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube, sturdy stainless-steel tripod, and accessory tray.
  • NexStar Computer Control Technology- includes a 40,000-object database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects.
  • SkyAlign Technology- allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process.

  Celestron NexStar 102SLT Computerized Telescope Info:

  • Optical Design: Refractor.
  • Aperture: 102 mm (4.02-inch).
  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98-inch).
  • Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 26x.
  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 9 mm (0.35-inch).
  • Magnification of Eyepiece 2: 73x.
  • Finderscope: StarPointer.
  • Star Diagonal: 1.25-inch.
  • Mount Type: Motorized Altazimuth.
  • Accessory Tray: No Tool, Quick release.
  • Tripod: Steel.
  • Highest Useful Magnification: 241x.
  • Lowest Useful Magnification: 15x.
  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12.5.
  • Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.37 arc seconds.
  • Resolution (Dawes): 1.14 arc seconds.
  • Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 212x.
  • Apparent Field of View: 1.7°.
  • Linear Field of View (@1000 yds): 91 ft (28 m).
  • Optical Coatings: Multi-Coated.
  • Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds.
  • Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar.
  • Tracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South.
  • Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align.
  • Computer Hand Control: Fully Computerized / Flash Upgradeable.
  • Database: 4,000 Object Database.
  • GPS: Optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969).
  • Software: Starry Night Special Edition.

  Celestron Product Number: 22096

• specifications

  Aperture	102 mm (4")
  Computerized	Computerized
  Database	40
  Drive Type	DC servo motors
  Encoder Resolution	.26 arc sec
  Focal Length	660 mm
  Focal Ratio	f/6.47
  Free Shipping	Yes
  Head Design	Altitude Azimuth
  Instrument Capacity	8 lbs
  Optical Design	Doublet Refractor
  Ports	Hand Controller
  Ports	USB 2.0
  Power Consumption	12V DC 750 mA
  Slew speed	4 Degrees Per Second
  Telescope Connection	Vixen Style
  Tracking Rates	Lunar
  Tracking Rates	Sidereal
  Tracking Rates	Solar
  Weight	14 pounds

• included items

  • NexStar 102 mm SLT Optical Tube.
  • NexStar SLT Computerized Alt-azimuth Mount.
  • NexStar Tripod/ with sturdy stainless steel legs.
  • Accessory Tray/ Spreader.
  • NexStar+ Hand Control.
  • StarPointer Finderscope/ red dot.
  • 1.25-inch Star Diagonal.
  • 1.25-inch Eyepiece 1: 25 mm/ 26x mag.
  • 1.25-inch Eyepiece 2: 9 mm/ 73x mag.
  • TheSky and First Light/ Planetarium Software on CD ROM.
  • 2 Year Telescope Warranty.