Heavy Duty (CG-5GT) computerized German Equatorial mount (same as supplied with Advanced Series GT telescopes)
Ultra sturdy 2" diameter steel tripod with accessory tray
features:
- Proven NexStar computer control technology
- 40,000 object database with over 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
- Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; solar system objects and asterisms
- DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
- Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
- Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography
- Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features
- Compatible with optional NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer
- RS-232 communication port on hand control to control the telescope via a personal computer
- GPS-compatible with optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969)
CG-5 Computerized - GoTo convenience and GPS compatibility for precision accuracy
We are proud to offer a computerized GoTo version of Celestron's sturdy CG-5 mount. Couple this solid mount with the included computerized control system to utilize many of the same functions and features - like the NexStarcomputer control system and an Autoguider port for long exposure deep sky astrophotography - as Celestron's most advanced GoTo telescopes.
GoTo models are also upgradeable to GPS with the optional SkySync GPS Accessory (#93969) allowing your telescope to pinpoint your position on the earth, the date and time.
specification:
Mount Type | CG-5 Equatorial |
Power Requirements | Car Battery Adapter |
Weight (lbs) | 42 lbs (19 kg) |
Motor Drive | DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | EQ North and EQ South |
Alignment Procedures | AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align |
Software Precision | 24 bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation |
Communication Ports | RS-232 communication port on hand control, Aux Port, Autoguide Ports |
Computer Hand Control | Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons |
Database | 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects |