The Meade ETX80 Observer achromatic refracting telescope is a super compact, ultra portable telescope designed for astronomers on the go. Ideal for both astronomical and terrestrial use, its 80mm multi-coated lens will gather more light than other competitively priced 80mm models. With the included AudioStar hand controller, you can GoTo over 30,000 celestial objects at the push of a button.
Features
- Removable 80mm achromatic refracting optical tube
- Internal flip function 2× barlow lens
- Lightweight and compact aluminum tripod
- 9.7mm and 26mm Super Plossl eyepieces
- 45 degree roof prism
- Dew shield
- Backpack for the mount and optical tube
- AudioStar controller containing over 30,000 celestial objects and internal speaker with audio information
- Internal flip mirror for camera mounting
Specifications
Series: ETX Telescopes
Warranty: 1 Year
Experience Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Clear Aperture: 80mm
Optical Design: Achromatic Refractor
Optical Coatings: Multi-Coated
Focal Length: 400mm
Focal Ratio: f/5
Resolving Power (Dawes' Limit): 1.45 arc-seconds
Viewfinder: Red Dot
Eyepiece(s): 1.25” Super Plössl Eyepieces: 26mm (15x magnification) & 9.7mm (41x magnification)
Barlow Internal Flip-Function 2x Barlow
Dovetail: Vixen-Style
Dew Shield: Yes
Hand Controller: AudioStar
Object Database: 30,000 objects
Tripod: Lightweight Aluminum Tripod
Time Chip: Yes
Assembled Product Weight: 11.72 lbs
