ZWO USB3.0 2M Cable

Cable Length: 2 meters

USB Connector Type: Type-B 3.0(male) to Type A(male)

Celestron has reinvented the manual telescope with StarSense Explorer DX 6 —the first telescope that uses your smartphone to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in real time. StarSense Explorer DX 6 is ideal for beginners thanks to the app’s user-friendly interface and detailed tutorials. It’s like having your own personal tour guide of the night sky.

Dock, Launch, Explore

Leave complicated star charts, imprecise planetarium apps, and computerized mounts behind. With StarSense Explorer, locating objects has never been easier, faster, or more accurate. Within minutes of setting up the telescope, you’ll be navigating the sky with confidence. Simply place your phone in the unique StarSense dock and launch the StarSense Explorer app. After aligning your phone to the telescope’s optics (a quick, 2-minute procedure), StarSense Explorer generates a list of celestial objects currently visible. Make your selection and arrows appear onscreen, guiding you as you to move the telescope. When the object is ready to view, the bullseye turns green.

Smartphone Compatibility

StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones, including iPhone 6 and up and most devices running Android 7.1.2 or later manufactured since 2016.

Patent-Pending StarSense Sky Recognition Technology

StarSense Explorer uses patent-pending technology and your smartphone to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed in the night sky. A Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), like the ones satellites use in orbit to correctly reorient themselves, helps the app match star patterns it detects overhead to its internal database.

While other astronomy apps may claim that they can help you find objects, they rely exclusively on the phone’s gyros and accelerometers, which aren’t as accurate as LISA technology. No other app can accurately tell you when your target is visible in the eyepiece.

High Quality Altazimuth Mount with Slow Motion Control

An ultra-stable altazimuth mount provides a sturdy foundation for StarSense Explorer DX. Slip clutches and geared slow motion controls in both axes help you move the telescope smoothly and zero in your target. As celestial objects appear to drift across the night sky, you’ll be able to follow them with just a turn of the knobs. It’s all anchored by an adjustable, full-height tripod.

Dazzling Views with High Quality Optics

With a large 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube—Celestron’s tried-and-true optical design for over 50 years—this telescope has enough light gathering ability to bring out impressive detail in celestial objects while remaining compact and lightweight. You can expect sharp, bright views of Jupiter’s four Galilean moons, its cloud bands and Great Red Spot, the rings of Saturn, the trapezium in the Orion Nebula, and the beautiful Pleaides Open Star Cluster.

All air-to-glass surfaces are coated with our StarBright XLT optical coatings to visibly increase contrast and light transmission for brighter deep space views. With StarBright XLT, you’ll be able to discern subtle details while viewing the Moon and planets as well as faint galaxies and nebulae. For more information about our patented StarBright XLT coatings.

Perfect for the City or Dark Sky Sites

Even if you live in a light polluted city location, StarSense Explorer is advanced enough to be able to pick out Jupiter, Saturn, Venus, the Orion Nebula, double stars, and a few more of the most famous celestial objects.

But if you can take the telescope to an even slightly darker location, more objects will become visible. With this 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain and relatively dark skies, the Andromeda Galaxy, Hercules Open Star Cluster, and so many more are easily within your reach.

The Nikon TRA3 Binocular Tripod/Monopod Adapter is used to mount specific Nikon binoculars to a tripod or monopod with ¼” thread attachment. It enables more stable viewing, particularly useful when used with high-magnification binoculars.

Compatible with the following Nikon binoculars

EDG Binoculars
MONARCH 7 8x42/10x42
MONARCH series
Action series
Action zoom series
Action EX series
7x50CF WP/7x50CF WP Compass
7x50IF WP/7x50IF WP Compass
10x50CF WP

This handy accessory quickly and securely connects your binocular to a standard photographic tripod for steady views of marine life or outdoor scenery.

It will fit most roof prism binoculars including Nikon models such as:

• ACULON A211 series
• Action series
• Action zoom series
• Action EX series
• 7x50CF WP/7x50CF WP Compass/7x50CF WP GLOBAL COMPASS
• 7x50IF WP/7x50IF WP Compass
• 10x50CF WP

Reinforced aluminium construction

Foam: Base: Dice pre-cut

Lid: Profile-egg foam

Carry handle

Lockable (2x keys supplied)

Dimensions

Width - 400mm

Height - 90 mm

Depth - 250 mm

ZWO M54 Sensor Tilt Plate

Product: ZWO M54 sensor tilt plate adapter

Thickness: 5mm

Suitable for APS-C and full-frame cameras (ASI2600, ASI6200, and ASI2400)

You can connect it to M68 OAG and 2” EFW, and mount them on the M48-thread telescope side with an M54-M48 adapter.

*This adapter is packaged with the full-frame camera. So if you already have one ASI full camera then you don’t need to buy it separately.

SKU: ZWO-M54-Plate

ZWO M42 Sensor Tilt Plate

Product: ZWOadapter

Thickness: 5mm

Suitable for APS-C and full-frame cameras (ASI2600, ASI6200, and ASI2400)

You can connect it to M68 OAG and 2” EFW, and mount them on the M42-thread telescope side with M54-M42 adapter.

*This adapter is packaged with the full-frame camera. So if you already have one ASI full camera then you don’t need to buy it separately.

SKU: ZWO-M42-Plate

High quality, fast refractors have a lot going for them when it comes to astrophotography but they come with a downside - field curvature. This is where the image comes to sharp focus on a curved surface. The problem is that the sensors in cameras are flat. The larger the sensor - like those used in cameras with APS-C sized or larger sensors or DSLR cameras - the more effect is noticed.

A field flattener brings the image to focus on a flat surface, like your camera's sensor. At the same time, the basic optical performance of your telescope remains the same.

You will need 55mm of backfocus.

The Bintel T-thread Spacer Ring Kit (sold separately) is recommended to achieve proper distance for use with CMOS imagers.

Use with a DSLR only requires a T-ring for the camera (T-ring sold separately).

ZWO-T2-M48 16.5mm Adapter has a male T thread (M42 x 0.75) on camera side and a female M48 (2″ Filter Thread or M48 x 0.75) thread on scope side and adds 16.5mm in length to your image train. This helps to get the correct spacings required for your camera to reach optimal focus.

Precision machined aluminium and black anodised for long life.

SKU: ZWO-M42-M48-16.5mm

Continuing with adapters that allow you to use your existing camera lenses with ZWO cameras, comes this EOS lens adapter that is specially designed to connect EOS lens with ZWO 2” EFW.

Get the benefit of the wide angled lenses from your EOS camera and LRGB filters and even Narrowband filters. A whole new world of imaging opens up to you.

The thread of the interface is M54*0.75, so it is not suitable for 1.25”/31mm/36mm EFW.

Note: The sensor tilt adapter needs to be removed before you mount the camera with the 2” EFW.

Saxon 50pcs Slide Kit

Bored of studying the same bland prepared slides you got with your microscope? It might be time for you to try making your own slides. Having your own Saxon Blank Slides Kit with Box (50pcs) can open you up to a world of micro-organisms around you that you did not even think about! You will be surprised with what you find!

The Saxon 50pcs Slide Kit includes 50 high quality glass blank sides, 100 cover glass and a handy plastic case to keep your slides organised and safe.

Specifications

• Slide dimensions are 25.4mm x 76.2mm with ground edges.
• Cover slips are 18mm x 18xx with 0.15mm thickness.

The Saxon Blank Slides Kit with Box is also available in a 100-pack.

What's in the Box

• 1x saxon Blank Slides (50pcs)
• 1x saxon Cover Slips (100pcs)
• 1x saxon Slides Carry Box

Saxon - High Quality Optics

The Saxon brand commits to quality and research. The company develops a range of binoculars, telescopes, microscopes and accessories with the understanding of its user’s priorities and needs. Saxon has built each product around the knowledge that everyone’s viewing requirements are different, proven through each precise and well though out product line. Browse a range of Saxon optical products and you'll find that every glass has been designed to help every viewer see only the best in every situation.

Product Code: SAX-310050

The New ZWO Filter Drawer EOS Lens is independently designed by ZWO and specifically made to match with ASI cooled cameras and EOS lens.

It adds 26.5mm to your image train.

You can freely use the 2” mounted filter with it.

1. It’s compatible with all ASI cooled cameras with 17.5mm back focus length (except ASI GT series).
2. It’s compatible with all ZWO 2” filters, including the duo-band filter, narrowband filter, IR-cut filter, etc.

Below requirements must be met while using the 2” filter from third-party.

With the ability of double strong magnetic adsorption, it is more convenient and much easier to install or pull out the filter.

The thread of the interface is M42*0.75. You can also use the M54M-M42F adapter to connect the filter drawer to a full-frame camera.

Connecting to your Canon EOS Lenses

With ASI1600/294/183/533：

) With ASI6200/2600/071:

ZWO Filter Drawer EOS Mechanical Drawing and Dimensions

What's in the Box

QHY5III485C uses Sony’s new IMX485, back-illuminated, 8.4 megapixel color CMOS sensor with an array of 3864 x 2180 pixels at 2.9um. With USB 3.0 interface, the full frame rate of 44 FPS at 8-bits or 18.5 FPS at 16-bits. Smaller regions of interest will yield even faster frame rates.

The resolution of QHY5III485C is 16:9, which is equivalent to the mainstream video output ratio. With the native high resolution, 485C can play a special role in recording astronomical video and astronomical science live broadcast.

QHY5III485C is specially equipped with 128MB DDR bulid-in image buffer. In non-video output mode, DDR built-in buffer can effectively relieve the transmission pressure brought by high-resolution large data volume and reduce information loss.

One benefit of the back-illuminated CMOS structure is improved sensitivity. In a typical front-illuminated sensor, photons from the target entering the photosensitive layer of the sensor must first pass through the metal wiring that is embedded just above the photosensitive layer. The wiring structure reflects some of the photons and reduces the efficiency of the sensor.

In the back- illuminated sensor the light is allowed to enter the photosensitive surface from the reverse side. In this case the sensor’s embedded wiring structure is below the photosensitive layer. As a result, more incoming photons strike the photosensitive layer and more electrons are generated and captured in the pixel well. This ratio of photon to electron production is called quantum efficiency. The higher the quantum efficiency the more efficient the sensor is at converting photons to electrons and hence the more sensitive the sensor is to capturing an image of something dim.

The QHY5III485C standard package includes a 2.5mm Fisheye lens that converts the planetary camera into a high-resolution, 8.4 Megapixel All Sky camera with 180-degree field of view.

Specifications

FUNCTIONAL PROTECTION FOR YOUR SPOTTING SCOPE

Innovative and perfectly tailored accessories not only enhance the capabilities and functionality of your SWAROVSKI OPTIK spotting scope, they also help to protect it. User-oriented concepts and design both play an important role.

SOC stay-on case 115 objective module

The perfect case for the 115 mm objective module. The close-fitting stay-on case protects the scope against impact even in demanding conditions.

The QHY5III462 camera uses the Sixth Generation Sony 2.1 megapixel IMX462 STARVIS CMOS sensor. The pixel size is 2.9um making it the same size and resolution as the sensor used in the QHY5III290 camera that has been so successfully used for planetary imaging by some of the best planetary imagers in the world. Like other cameras in the 5III series, the QHY5III462 is USB 3.0 powered and controlled. No additional power is required.

The IMX462 sensor is back-illuminated and incorporates new technology that gives it some significant advantage over other planetary cameras: First, the IMX462 sensor has sHCG (Super High Conversion Gain) for very low read noise at high gain. This is ideal for stacking hundreds or thousands of short planetary images. Second, it is exceptionally sensitive in the NIR.

In this latest generation of sensors, the photodiode portion of the pixel well is physically deeper than in previous Sony BSI sensors, allowing photons of longer wavelength to penetrate deeper into the substrate. This dramatically increases the sensor’s sensitivity to red and near infrared (NIR) light. The RGB filters over the pixels become transparent at NIR wavelengths, so the sensor displays almost equal peak sensitivity to NIR light as it does to light in the visible spectrum.

The peak QE in the NIR around 800nm is as high as the peak QE in the visible wavelengths. For planetary imagers using a methane filter that passes light around 880nm this is welcome news.

BSI

One benefit of the back-illuminated CMOS structure is improved sensitivity. In a typical front-illuminated sensor, photons from the target entering the photosensitive layer of the sensor must first pass through the metal wiring that is embedded just above the photosensitive layer. The wiring structure reflects some of the photons and reduces the efficiency of the sensor.

In the back- illuminated sensor the light is allowed to enter the photosensitive surface from the reverse side. In this case the sensor’s embedded wiring structure is below the photosensitive layer. As a result, more incoming photons strike the photosensitive layer and more electrons are generated and captured in the pixel well. This ratio of photon to electron production is called quantum efficiency. The higher the quantum efficiency the more efficient the sensor is at converting photons to electrons and hence the more sensitive the sensor is to capturing an image of something dim.

Extended Near Infrared Sensitivity

Logically, one would think, each generation of Exmor sensor would be built upon and incorporate all of the improvements of the generation immediately preceding. However, this was not the case with the fifth generation Exmor R sensors.

The first back-illuminated sensors used shallower pixel wells (like the third-generation front- illuminated designs) than the physically deeper pixels of the fourth generation. So, while the back- illuminated structure increased the sensitivity in the visible range by 2X, the shallower pixels did not improve the NIR. The answer to this is seen in the latest, sixth generation, Sony Exmor R sensors, like the IMX462. Using physically deeper pixels in conjunction with the back-illuminated structure has dramatically improved the sensor’s sensitivity to both the visible and near infrared wavelengths.

sHCG Mode

Another advantage of the QHY5III462 is the camera’s “Super High Conversion Gain” capability. By using a lower capacitance, a small amount of charge can be converted to a high voltage resulting in higher sensitivity in low-light conditions. The readout noise of the QHY5III462 in high gain mode is as low as 0.5 electrons!

The test exposures below demonstrate the low light improvement over the IMX290 sensor. The QHY5III462C image is on the left and the corresponding QHY5III290C image is on the right. The low light conditions and exposures are identical for each top and bottom pair of images and a UV/IR filter was in place for each camera. So this test demonstrates the QHY5III462C’s increase in sensitivity and SNR over the QHY5III290C under the same conditions in the visual light spectrum alone.

Color and Mono Imaging

The filter matrix in the IMX462 uses organic dye filters. These filters are very efficient at visible wavelengths but become completely transparent in the NIR. For this reason, good RGB color balance requires an external UV/IR filter that blocks NIR wavelengths.

Many color cameras build this UV/IR filter into the camera or optical window for normal color imaging. However, in order to fully exploit the capabilities of the 462C sensor, in the QHY5III462C camera the optical window is AR coated only with no UV or IR blocking. Instead, the QHY5III462C camera includes two 1.25″ screw-in filters, a UV/IR cut filter to isolate the visible wavelengths for normal RGB imaging and an IR850 filter that will cut the visible wavelengths but pass wavelengths above 850nm.

Specifications

Camera Curves

A rare look at the southern skies' greatest glories.

Pearls of the Southern Skies depicts 71 Deep Sky Objects photographed by renowned astrophotographer Dieter Willasch and described in detail by Auke Slotegraaf. The text and pictures are laid out season by season, and accompanied by 15 easy-to-use full-color location charts.

The celestial objects of the Southern Hemisphere are fascinating to astronomers everywhere. The southern stars, nebulae, and galaxies have exotic names like Omega Centauri, the Tarantula Nebula, Canopus, the Vela Supernova, the Coal Sack, and the Magellanic Clouds.

And there's more: the Southern Milky Way is crammed with clusters and nebulae of great interest to resident astronomers of the southern hemisphere, and to the many visitors from the north who relish the opportunities to view the clear, dark skies of the interiors of southern Africa and Australia with binoculars, telescopes and cameras.

Pearls of the Southern Skies depicts 71 Deep Sky Objects photographed by Dieter Willasch and described in detail by Auke Slotegraaf. The text and pictures are laid out season by season, and accompanied by 15 easy-to-use full-color location chart

Product Description

ASI294MM-P is a back-illuminated, 4/3” format, 14-bit ADC camera with 4.63um pixels *(. It is the mono version of ASI294MC Pro, one of the top selling cameras from ZWO. It has an impressive 66ke- full well capacity and 4144*2822 big resolution.

Not only does it have a very high QE value with a peak at about 90%, but feature an ultra-low readout noise of 1.2e. If you are seeking for a small-format mono camera for astrophotography, then ASI294MM-P gonna be your ideal choice.

14-bit ADC and 13stops dynamic range

ASI294MM Pro has very similar parameters as its color version. Both have the 14bit ADC and a high dynamic range of 13 stops, which is even higher than that of ASI1600MM Pro camera.

Unlocked Bin1 Mode

Yet another perk of the ASI294MM Pro is that the pixel size is switchable – the default setting is Bin2, but you can switch to Bin1 anytime in your astrophotography software. This changes the pixel size into 2.3um and increases resolution to 8288×5644. This is what we called “Unlocked Bin1 Mode”. The ability to unlock bin1-mode was a popular request from our customers. Of course we listened to you and worked quickly to make it possible.

Remember that using Bin1-mode will decrease the full well capacity compared to the standard bin2-mode.

Unlocked Bin1: 12bit ADC, 2.3um pixel size, 47 megapixels, 8288*5644 resolution, 14k full well capacity.
Bin2: 14bit ADC, 4.6um pixel size, 11.7 megapixels, 4144*2822 resolution, 66k full well capacity.

Backlit Sensor

The back-illuminated CMOS sensor improves sensitivity and noise reduction – the key factors to enhancing image quality, while radically realigning their fundamental pixel structure from front-illumination to back-illumination. It has retained the advantages of CMOS image sensors such as low power consumption and high-speed operation.

With a conventional front-illumination structure, the metal wiring and transistors on the surface of the silicon substrate that form the sensor’s light-sensitive area (photo-diode) impede photon gathering carried out by the on-chip lens. A back-illuminated structure minimizes the degradation of sensitivity to optical angle response, while also increasing the amount of light that enters each pixel due to the lack of obstacles such as metal wiring and transistors that have been moved to the reverse of the silicon substrate.

Camera Performance

Large well depth capacity, low read-out noise and high dynamic range.

The full well capacity of 66387e of ASI294MM Pro is near the top of all ASI DSO cameras. It ensures a very high dynamic range up to 13stops that will greatly reduce overexposure probability and help gain richer color gradation.

When the gain value is 120, the magical HCG high gain mode is turned on, the readout noise will be largely decreased (as low as 1.2e), and the dynamic range is basically unchanged.

Reliable Mechanics

There are four screws on the camera that seal the sensor chamber. This kind of design has been extensively tested and is very stable. Even when used in higher humidity environments, ASI294MM Pro will still work fine without dew problems.

The anti-dew heater power is around 5W and can be turn off in software to save power.

QE Value

As ZWO’s latest BSI (backside illuminated type) mono camera, ASI294MM Pro has very high QE performance, not only higher than its color version, but even ASI1600MM Pro. It is estimated that the QE peak value is about 90%.

ASI294MM-P vs ASI1600MM Pro

Two-Stage TEC Cooling: Ultra-Low Dark Current

ASI294MM Pro uses two stage TEC cooling that can lower the CMOS sensor temperature to 35c~40c below ambient, which can greatly reduce dark current generation and sensor noise even with extended exposure times.

The unique dark current suppression technology can even further reduce dark current noise. When it’s cooled to -20℃, the current noise can be as low as 0.0022e/s/pix, which is completely negligible!

Please notice that the camera needs to be connected to an external 12v power supply to implement the cooling function. We recommend you use 12V@3A DC adapter (5.5*2.1mm, center pole positive) or lithium battery with 11-15V to power the camera.

USB3.0 & 256M DDR3 Memory

The ASI294MM Pro is equipped with a USB 3.0 transmission interface and a built-in 256MB(2Gb) DDR3 cache to ensure stable and secure data transmission. Under long exposure, it effectively avoids frame dropping and greatly reduces the glow effect caused by slow reading speed.

Notice: For the possible amp glow that shows on your images, please refer to this tutorial: “What is Amp-glow and how do I manage it? “

https://astronomy-imaging-camera.com/faq

Mechanical Diagram

What’s in the box?

The best solution of 55mm back focus length

The most user-friendly telescope ever
Celestron engineers designed NexStar Evolution 5 based on years of customer feedback. It offers many thoughtful design features that combine to provide you the best possible experience out under the stars.

Forget about batteries or an external power supply. For the first time ever on a consumer telescope, NexStar Evolution 5 includes its own built-in battery. With this ultra-long life lithium-iron phosphate battery, you’ll be able to enjoy stargazing marathons up to 10 hours on a single charge. You can even use NexStar Evolution’s 5 USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session. An intelligent power management system senses when battery levels are low and goes into power-saving mode to keep your telescope running for as long as possible.

Setting up your NexStar Evolution 5 is quick and painless with large, ergonomic handles. The all-metal tripod features a metal accessory tray with indentations for storing and carrying the tripod. During setup, leg etchings help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope. Manual clutches in both altitude and azimuth offer greater flexibility to manually point the telescope when powered off. Store up to 7 eyepieces in 2 accessory trays, one with an adjustable red LED illuminator.

Superior tracking fit for astroimaging
If you’re interested in astroimaging, the 5-inch NexStar Evolution 5 is an excellent, affordable way to get started. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers brass worm gears, along with improved motors. NexStar Evolution’s tracking accuracy is so impressive, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, you can add our HD Pro Wedge to achieve longer exposures for more detailed astrophotos. NexStar Evolution compatible with the wedge when used with the CPC tripod (sold separately).

Of course, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings—a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike.

NexStar Evolution is equipped with 4 auxiliary ports--2 on top of the fork and 2 on the bottom. A classic NexStar+ hand control is included, but is not necessary when using NexStar Evolution with the mobile app. The telescope also includes a StarPointer finderscope, two 1.25” Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25” star diagonal, and an AC adapter.

"5-star overall rating"
-BBC Sky at Night Magazine

The NexStar Evolution is the first Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with integrated WiFi. Leave your hand control behind and slew to all the best celestial objects with a tap of your smartphone or tablet. Connect your device to NexStar Evolution’s built-in wireless network, and explore the universe with the Celestron mobile app for iOS and Android.

Use the planetarium interface to view the night sky in real time or display a list of celestial objects currently visible based on your time and location. Our proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure is built right into the Celestron mobile app, so you’re ready to observe within minutes.

ZWO EAF Bracket C11-C14 for Celestron Scopes

(this part is defined as optional accessories for ZWO EAF)

This bracket is designed to work with C11, C14 Celestron SCT scopes. You can directly connect it to the scopes.

The ZWO EAF Bracket C11-C14 is CNC milled from an aircraft graded aluminium block with an anodised finish.

Takes 15minutes to fit.

Fitting hardware supplied

Installation instructions included

Whats in the box?

Flexible coupling x1

Motor bracket x1

M4-8mm x2

M3-35mm x3

M4-35mm x3

Hand control and Temperature Sensor sold separately

EFFORTLESS OBSERVATION

Innovative accessories that are perfectly tailored to these binoculars enhance the functionality of your equipment. Apart from being user-friendly, harmonious design also plays a key role. Our accessories offer you all kinds of useful add-ons, allowing you to tailor your SWAROVSKI OPTIK binoculars to your personal needs.

Introducing the Star Adventurer Pro Kit 2I, the most advanced star tracker in its class. The Star Adventurer now
includes built-in WIFI, this now aligns with its little brother SAM (Star Adventurer MINI), but that’s not all. The new 2i version now
includes the advanced firmware dial and features.

The Star Adventurer Pro Kit 2I is known as the ‘‘Gateway into Astrophotography’, with the upgrade feature only making it a
more powerful and enjoyable tool in your kit.

Smartphone Controlled

With the free app available for Apple and Android, you will have full control of your settings. Using the
optional auxiliary shutter release cable specific to your camera, will replace the need for an intervalometer.
Allowing for long exposure astrophotography in Sidereal, Lunar and Solar tracking. Advanced features
include Astro, long exposure and regular time lapse.

Feature List for the Star Adventurer Pro Kit 2I

• High Precision, Portable and stable celestial tracking system
• Built-in WI-FI with free App support for IOS and Android platforms
• Multi-language support
• Solar, lunar, sidereal and customized tracking speeds for astrophotography
• Supports unguided dithering option for easily removing hot/cold pixels
• Maximum payload up to 5kg (11lbs)
• Supports star scape photography
• Support standard shot exposure time-lapse photography
• User-friendly mode dial with pre-programmed functions
• Built-in polar scope for precise polar alignment
• Provides DSLR shutter control for multiple brands
• Lifetime free firmware upgrade
• Supports single axis auto-guiding
• Uses AA x 4 batteries
• Supports external usb power
• Low power consumption
• Fits standard 3/8th and 1/4 inch tripod / quick release brackets
• Expandable with a range of optional accessories

Please note - due to Australian govt restrictions on the sale of products which includes button batteries, the polarscope illuminator is not included in this package.

MINI AZ-GT GTi Mount Features:

• Wi-Fi GOTO
• Sky-Watcher Freedom Find endcoders
• DC12V Voltage.
• 5kg Load Capacity.
• 1.3kg Mount Weight.
• DC Motor.
• Dimensions: 14cm x 9cm x 14cm.

Please note this is the GTi version of the mount that includes encoders on both the ALT And AZ. After initial alignment you can move the mount by hand without needing to re-align)

Get the most out of your Celestron Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph 11, even under light-polluted skies, with this Light Pollution Imaging Filter, custom-designed for the RASA. No matter which camera you use, this filter’s generous 68 mm clear aperture allows it to easily accommodate today’s largest sensors. Utilizing a machined aluminum housing and Schott B270 glass, the filter replaces the RASA’s clear optical window so the RASA’s optical performance is unaltered.

Remove Light Pollution While Keeping Your Images Bright
Light pollution limits how much of the night sky we can see and photograph. When imaging with a color camera in light polluted areas, skyglow degrades image quality. Light pollution filters help to selectively block light emitted from common streetlights and other ambient lighting. But most light pollution filters greatly compromise the total light throughput, causing dim images, and negatively impact the color balance, causing images to appear too green or blue.

The Light Pollution Imaging Filter for RASA “surgically” removes unwanted light pollution while preserving as much of the useful spectrum as possible. That means you’ll still retain over 90 percent of the light captured by your telescope at many wavelengths.

Unlike other light pollution suppression filters, the Celestron LP Imaging Filter for RASA maintains a relatively neutral color balance so you can bring out subtle color in galaxies and other faint deep sky objects. Multiple layers of specially-formulated dielectric coatings provide the desired transmission, while anti-reflective coatings minimize star halos and internal reflections.

Also included is a clear plastic case to protect the filter when not in use

Individually Tested for Quality
Every RASA 11 Light Pollution Imaging Filter is tested individually for light transmission. Inside the box, you’ll receive a graph detailing the actual transmission spectrum for your specific filter.

SkyWatcher Evoguide ED50-V2

Sky-Watcher’s new Evoguide ED50-V2 with ED lenses and low dispersion 50mm diameter.

The 31.8mm ring focuser allows you to use the Evoguide ED50 both as a finder and as a guide telescope, in fact, it is equipped with a T2 thread to allow the attachment to most of the driving and shooting cameras on the market. It is obviously compatible with 31.8mm eyepieces. The Evoguide ED50 is equipped with collimated rings, each with 3 nylon-tipped screws. The Evoguide ED50 has a Vixen mini bar, compatible with the majority of commercially available bases.

Ideal as a high-quality finder and guide telescope.

EVOGUIDE 50ED-V2 Features:

• Designed for use with all Autoguiders
• High-quality ED Glass
• Small compact size
• Vixen Style Dovetail Foot
• 242mm (f/4.8) focal length
• Advanced color correction
• Helical Focuser

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The filter set work by blocking certain frequencies of light and allowing others to pass. An Orange filter will block the blue and green and let Orange pass. Different coloured filters will allow different transmissions of light and consideration must be made to the aperture of the telescope for some filters.

Our Filter set have been chosen to enhance you views of the planets that can show detail.

We hope you enjoy your new filter set.

#12 Yellow
Contrasts strongly with blue-coloured features on Jupiter and Saturn, while enhancing red and orange features. Lightens red and orange features of Mars, while reducing or blocking the transmission, and thereby increasing the contrast, of blue-green areas. Useful in increasing the contrast of lunar features in telescopes 6″ aperture and larger.

#21 Orange filter has 46% transmission, it will enhances lunar detail, darkens the Maria and lightens the orange deserts on Mars and also helps show off polar ice caps when visible. A good filter for Mars in 6” –16” telescopes.

#56 Green filter has 53% transmission and is quite good on lunar surface detail, it can help locating GRS (Great Red Spot) on Jupiter, offer great contrast to Polar caps, low clouds and dust storms on Mars.

#80A Blue filter has 30% transmission, it turns Saturn more Grey /Whitish and helps with the Cassini Division in larger telescopes, On Jupiter it enhances contrast between the bright areas and cloud boundaries and is also very good for the GRS. Worth having in your kit.

Choosing Filters Fact Sheet