Advanced VX 8" Newtonian Telescope
The Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestron’s German equatorial mounts. The computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky.
The Advanced VX (AVX) sets a standard in mid-level telescopes, providing many of the features found on Celestron’s most sophisticated German equatorial mounts at an extremely affordable price. The Advanced VX 6” Newtonian telescope is an excellent entry- to mid-level setup that can grow with you. The Newtonian optical design is excellent for visual observing and offers you the largest aperture for the price. The parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a sharper image near the edge of the field of view. The Advanced VX mount is designed to provide superior performance for smaller telescopes while taking advantage of Celestron’s most advanced technologies: All-Star Polar Alignment, Celestron PWI telescope control software, and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC).
If you’re an experienced imager, you’ll love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site and enjoying all the conveniences of a larger observatory mount. Or, if you’re new to imaging, Advanced VX will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.
Computerized German equatorial mount
The Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestron’s German equatorial mounts. The computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. The Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control, an autoguider, and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories. The NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2” diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability.
Software
Celestron PWI Telescope Control Software
Your Ultimate Astronomy Software Suite
All current Celestron computerized telescopes include Celestron PWI (CPWI), the most advanced astronomy software suite provided with any consumer-grade telescope. Celestron’s experts co-developed CPWI with the engineers at PlaneWave Instruments. The result is an all-in-one solution offering you many of the same features used on PlaneWave’s observatory-class telescopes.
- Graphical planetarium interface with PointXP advanced mount modelling allows you to add 100+ points to your alignment model for the most accurate pointing and tracking possible
- Ideal for remote observatory setups: save and re-load your alignment and park your scope
- Provides a complete ASCOM telescope interface to allow control of the telescope from third party software applications
Features
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6” (150mm) f/5 optical design gives excellent wide field views
Holds a maximum instrument capacity of 30 lb
Accessories include a 20mm eyepiece and 9x50 finderscope
Latitude range allows the mount to perform between 7° and 77° latitud
Parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a better image
Latitude range allows the mount to perform between 7° and 77° latitude
Starry Night Software
Specification
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Optical Design: | Newtonian Reflector | Parabolic Primary Mirror |
Aperture: | 200mm (7.87″) |
Focal Length: | 1000mm (39″) |
Focal Ratio: | f/5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: | 20mm (.8″) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1: | 50x |
Finderscope | 9×50 |
Star Diagonal: | 72mm (2.N/A83″) |
Optical Tube: | Aluminum |
Highest Useful Magnification: | 472x |
Lowest Useful Magnification: | 29x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: | 14 |
Resolution (Rayleigh): | .7 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes): | .58 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 816x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction: | 56mm (2.2″) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: | 8% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: | 7.81% |
Optical Coatings: | Fully Coated |
Optical Tube Length: | 914mm (36″) |
Optical Tube Weight: | 22 lbs (9.98 kg) |
Optical Tube Diameter: | 235mm (9.25″) |
Dovetail: | CG-5 Dovetail bar |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type: | Computerized Equatorial |
Instrument load capacity: | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) |
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): | 1118mm – 1626mm (44″ – 64″) |
Tripod Leg Diameter: | 50.8mm (2″) Stainless Steel |
Latitude adjustment range: | 7° – 77° |
Mount Head Weight: | 17 lbs (7.71 kg) |
Accessory Tray: | Yes |
Tripod Weight: | 18 lbs (8.16 kg) |
Weight of Counterweights: | 2 x 12 lbs |
Slew Speeds: | 9 slew speeds – max speed 4°/second |
Tracking Rates: | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes: | EQ North and EQ South |
GPS: | N/A |
Dovetail Compatibility: | Dual saddle plates (CG-5 and CGE saddle) |
Number of Auxiliary Ports: | 3 AUX Ports (1 hand control and 2 AUX Ports for optional accessories |
Autoguide Port: | Yes |
USB Port: | Yes, input on Hand Control |
Power Requirements: | 12V DC 3.5A (tip positive) |
Motor Drive: | DC servo motors |
Alignment Procedures: | 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align |
Periodic Error Correction: | Yes |
Computerized Hand Control: | 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection |
NexStar+ Database: | 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects |
Software: | Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App |
Total Kit Weight: | 81 lbs (36.74 kg) |
Included Items: | Advanced VX Equatorial Head and tripod Accessory Tray 2 x 12 lbs counterweights NexStar+ Hand Control DC Power Cable (item# 18769) Hand Control Holster |
Solar Warning | Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result. Never use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it. Never leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present. |