Description
In addition, the NexStar computer hand control is GPS-compatible (using an optional inexpensive CN16 GPS module) for full GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite accuracy. Once the scope is approximately polar aligned, the 16-channel CN16 GPS system uses signals from government satellites to calculate the scope’s location on earth with an accuracy measured in meters. The system also calculates the current time based on the split second accuracy of the GPS time signals. After the CN16 quickly completes these calculations and enters the information into the computer control for you automatically, the computer then orients the scope with the sky, slews to a pair of guide stars, asks you to confirm that the stars are in the center of the field (and center them if they’re not precisely aligned), and then starts finding and tracking over 40,000 objects for you at your command. With the CGX-L go-to mount and the CN16, orienting the scope in time and space on earth and aligning your telescope on the sky becomes almost as easy a task as simply turning on your CGX-L mount.
Two-year warranty: All Celestron go-to telescopes have a two-year warranty, double that of competitive go-to scopes.
The complete RASA/CGX-L mount combination weighs 169 pounds (85.9 kg). The tripod/electronics pier is the heaviest component, at 47 pounds (23.6 kg). The equatorial head weighs 47 pounds (34.1 kg). The supplied counterweight weighs 22 pounds (10 kg) each, and the counterweight shaft 5 pounds (2.3 kg). The 11″ RASA optical tube weighs 35 pounds (15.9 kg). The image shown above includes an optional CCD camera mounted on the RASA OTA.
Tech Details:
| Aperture | 11″ |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 620mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/2.2 |
| Heaviest Single Component | 75 lbs. |
| Weight | 189 lbs. |
| Resolution | 0.50 arc seconds |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Supplied Accessories:
- Dust covers
- 42mm T-thread and 48mm camera adapters
- DC (car battery) power cord
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