Celestron - NexStar 102 SLT Refractor Telescope

Features of the Nextstar 102 SLT: 

• Fully automatic alignment procedure
• Fully computerized altazimuth mount offers smoother operation and faster object finding
• Quick-release fork arm mount and optical tube for easy, tool-free setup
• Sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray to provide solid support and ensure everything you need stays within reach.
• "The SkyX - First Light Edition" astronomy software with a database of 10,000 objects, printable sky maps, and 75 enhanced maps.

Features of the computerized mount: 

• Proven computer control technology
• The database allows the telescope to automatically locate over 4,000 celestial objects, including more than 600 galaxies, 300 clusters, and dozens of beautiful binary stars.
• SkyAlign technology provides a fully automatic alignment process with no user intervention required
• Flash upgradeable hand control software to download product updates from the Internet
• Internal battery compartment prevents cord wrap during use
• Includes NSOL telescope control software for basic control of your telescope via computer

Specifications: 

• Optical coatings: fully multi-coated
• Optical design: refractor 
• Focal length: 660 mm
• Focal ratio: 6.47
• Eyepiece 1: 25 mm; Magnification: 26x
• Eyepiece 2: 9 mm; Magnification: 73x
• Limiting stellar magnitude: 12.5
• Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.37 arc seconds
• Resolution (Dawes): 1.14 arc seconds
• Light gathering power (compared to the human eye): 212x
• Angular field of view: 1.7°
• Computerized Manual Control: Fully computerized/upgradeable via Flash
• Weight: 8.2 kg