{"title":"Celestron CGEM II Systems","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron CGEM II Systems line, listed by aperture. Part of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/celestron-telescopes\"\u003eCelestron Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cgem-ii-1100-edgehd-telescopes","title":"CGEM II 1100 EDGEHD TELESCOPES","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGENERAL FEATURES\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003e11  EdgeHD optics\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eCGEM II computerized equatorial mount\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eCelestron s premium StarBright XLT coatings provide maximum light transmission\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eA 9x50 finderscope, 2  mirror diagonal for more comfortable viewing, and wide-angle 23 mm Luminos 2\" eyepiece are all included\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEDGEHD FEATURES\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eEdgeHD aplanatic, flat field SCT optics for pinpoint stars to the edge of the largest imaging sensors and widest eyepieces.  Lightweight and portable\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eAluminum optical tube with tube vents featuring an integrated 95-micron mesh filter allows hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror. Mirror support knobs hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eVersatile design accommodates 3 focal ratios: native f\/10, f\/7 with the addition of a focal reducer, or ultra-fast f\/2 imaging with a removable secondary mirror and third-party accessories\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCOMPUTERIZED MOUNT FEATURES\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003e40 lbs payload capacity\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eDual-fit Vixen\/CG-5 and Losmandy\/CGE dovetail saddle\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003e2\" steel legs with height index marks for quick leveling\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eUSB 2.0 port on hand control for direct links to a PC via ASCOM supported software.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003e40,000 object database with over 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eInternal cabling throughout for worry-free remote operation\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eLow cog DC Servo motor with integrated optical encoders offer smooth, quiet operation\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eAble to track past the meridian allowing seamless imaging\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003ePermanent periodic error corrections allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors once, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eSoftware Features include: Mount Calibration, Database Filter Limits, Hibernate, five Alignment Procedures, and user-defined slew limits\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eBuilt-in polar alignment program to polar align on any star in the sky\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eLonger clutch levers to make tightening and loosening of clutches easier\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eCustom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eSolar System alignment method allows to view the moon and planets during the day\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eCustom Rate 9 feature allows to set maximum slew rate\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eTandem mode allows to star align the mount even when positioned for tandem scope use\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eUSB hand control to control the telescope via a personal computer\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: \" times new roman\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\" times new roman color:windowtext\u003eIncludes NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of telescope via computer\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp class=\"MsoSubtitle\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\"\u003e\u003c!--[if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;color:windowtext\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; 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padding: 0px; font-size: 16px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003ccenter style=\"margin: 15px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eCelestron 9.25\" EdgeHD SCT on CGEM II GoTo EQ Mount\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eFreshly upgraded CGEM II Equatorial Mount with 9.25\" EdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope. Celestron has improved upon the already much appreciated CGEM mount substantially. The CGEM II now contains a more user-friendly design that includes a dual-style dovetail saddle and longer lock levers. Other new components include a USB 2.0 powered PC connection with hand controller, Permanent Periodic Error Correction and an independent autoguiding port.\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter style=\"margin: 15px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eCelestron CGEM II GoTo Equatorial Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eThe astronomy community has held the Celestron CGEM equatorial platform in high esteem for a long time. Despite its enormous popularity, Celestron saw that they could make it even better by giving it a complete renovation inside and out.\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eWith a more ergonomic design that includes longer lock levers, the Celestron CGEM II equatorial mount provides a more convenient user experience than its predecessor. Plus, the included heavy-duty dual saddle plate fits both CGEM (Losmandy) and CG-5 (Vixen) dovetails for mounting virtually any optical tube even when an adapter is not available.\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eThe CGEM II Series mount features an ample payload capacity of 40 pounds. Though the CGEM II is sturdy enough to take on an 11\" EdgeHD OTA, it does not sacrifice any portability as it can be broken down into manageable parts for easy storage while driving to and from a nearby star party location. In addition, the mount weighs only 40 pounds by itself without the upgraded tripod or counterweights. Tripod weighs 20 pounds.\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eThe tripod that comes with the CGEM II has 2\" stainless steel legs and a spreader bar that presses against them for exceptional rigidity and support. Tripod legs also feature graduated markings that make leveling a painless procedure. In addition, eyepiece receptacles can be found at the center of the spreader. This puts any extra eyepieces you decide to bring along for your next viewing party within easy reach.\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eIncorporating electronics from both the previous CGEM design as well as the new CGEM II, this mount will allow you to assemble, use, and care for it using the cutting-edge features listed below:\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin: 5px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style: none; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003ePrecise polar alignment on each and every star in the sky is possible with the CGEM II, even if you are unable to view the celestial pole, due to a built-in All-Star Polar Alignment program. You won't need that polar finderscope anymore!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eTracks beyond the meridian for flawless imaging over the ideal area of the night sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eFeatures PPEC (Permanent Periodic Error Correction) which enables you to train out the periodic error on your worm gears only once and have the system remember your PEC recordings even after you shut the system down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e5 degrees per second slewing potential for quickly taking you where you want to go!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eThe bottom of the NexStar GoTo controller features a USB 2.0 port to enable not only firmware updates for the mount and controller, but to connect directly to a PC using ASCOM compliant software as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eA built-in celestial database permits up to 100 user-selected objects and allows you to investigate over 40,000 stars, planets, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and more with merely the touch of a button! Detailed information is provided for 200 of the night sky's best objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter style=\"margin: 15px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eCelestron CGEM II Mount Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin: 5px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style: none; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMount Type: Equatorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMount Electronics: Computerized with GoTo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMount Weight Capacity: 40 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eHand Controller Included: Yes, NexStar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eObjects in Database: 40,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eLatitude Range: 15 - 70 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMount Slew Speeds: Up to 5 Degrees per Second\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eGPS? No, but accepts GPS Accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003ePPEC? Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMounting Style: Vixen or Losmandy Dovetail Plate via Included Dual Saddle Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eIncludes Counterweights: Yes, one 17 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eTripod: 2  Diameter Stainless Steel Legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eTripod Weight: 20 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMount Weight: 40 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 16px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003ccenter style=\"margin: 15px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eCelestron 9.25\" EdgeHD SCT OTA\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eThe Celestron 9.25\" Aplanatic SCT EdgeHD OTA is an impressive optical system. This versatile instrument will appease astrophotographers as well as those looking for a high-caliber telescope for visual applications.\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ccenter style=\"margin: 15px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eCelestron 9.25\" EdgeHD SCT Optical Tube Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin: 5px 40px; padding: 0px; list-style: none; font-family: \" open sans sans-serif justify font-size:=\"\" text-align:=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e9.25\" Aplanatic EdgeHD Optical Tube Assembly\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eAluminum optical tube\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eCelestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e2350 mm focal length (f\/10)\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e23 mm Luminos 2\" eyepiece included (102x)\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e9x50 finderscope to help accurately find objects\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e2\" Star diagonal allows for a more pleasant viewing angle when examining objects located higher in the sky\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eMirror Support Knobs hold the mirror in place and reduces image shift during imaging\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eTube vents with integrated 60 micron mesh filter allowing hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003eFASTAR-Compatible optical tube is equipped with a removable secondary mirror for fast f\/2 CCD imaging (\u003cem style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eRequires optional accessory equipment\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013374799983,"sku":"12018","price":5340.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/12018_CGEM_II_925_EdgeHD_01__38097.jpg?v=1766551944"},{"product_id":"celestron-cgem-ii-800-edgehd-computerized-telescope","title":"Celestron CGEM II 800 EdgeHD Computerized Telescope","description":"\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003eCGEM II 800 HD combines Celestron's newly redesigned CGEM II computerized equatorial mount with its acclaimed EdgeHD optical system. With 8 inches of aperture and our premium StarBright XLT coatings, the CGEM II 800 HD gives you over 800 times the light gathering power than the unaided eye and is the lightest and most portable telescope in its class.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eSee the Universe in HD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eEdgeHD is an aplanatic, flat field Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope that produces aberration-free images across a wide visual and photographic field of view. The optical system was designed to reduce more than just off-axis star coma; it also provides an astrograph-quality flat focal plane all the way to the edge of the field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eTrue Astrograph Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eMany optical designs that advertise themselves as \"astrographs\" actually only produce pinpoint stars across a curved focal plane. While this may be acceptable for some visual observing, stars will appear out of focus at the edge when used with the flat chip sensor of a digital camera. EdgeHD optics produce a focal plane more than three-times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. This guarantees you visibly sharp stars across some of the largest CCD chips available today. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/pages\/edgehd-optics\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; transition: color 0.3s cubic-bezier(0.55, 0.085, 0.68, 0.53) 0s;\"\u003eLearn more about EdgeHD technology.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eImproved Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eSuperior edge performance not only creates rounder, more pleasing stars, but actually improves the resolution and limiting magnitude when compared to telescopes of equal aperture. With Celestron’s StarBright XLT optical coatings on every surface, EdgeHD optics gives you maximum light throughput across the widest visual and photographic spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eMechanical Features\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn addition to EdgeHD’s optimized optical design, the telescope tube has been redesigned to make sure you get the most from your optics each and every night.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eMirror clutches\u003c\/span\u003e - Flexible tension clutches hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift when taking long exposure astro-images. Once focused, the flexible rods allow the mirror to be held in place without putting any force or pressure on the mirror assembly, keeping the image centered in the eyepiece (or on the sensor).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eTube vents\u003c\/span\u003e - Cooling vents located on the rear cell allow hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror. Each vent has an integrated 50-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eFastar versatility\u003c\/span\u003e - EdgeHD is the most versatile imaging telescope available today. At its native f\/10, you can achieve the image scale necessary to capture the smallest of deep sky objects. Add the optional reducer lens—custom-designed for your size EdgeHD tube—and you can increase your field of view without sacrificing optical performance. A Barlow lens gives you added power for high-resolution planetary, lunar and solar imaging. All EdgeHD optical tubes are Fastar-compatible, allowing the secondary mirror to be removed and replaced with a third party lens accessory for ultra-fast f\/2 wide field imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eIndividually Tested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eEvery EdgeHD that ships has been tested not only for the surface quality of each optical component, but also with a camera and artificial star to ensure the imaging system meets our rigid quality assurance. This “final acceptance test” confirms the EdgeHD will perform in the field and deliver high-quality astroimages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003eA fresh update to the venerable CGEM mount, the CGEM II has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron’s higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11\") securely and vibration free, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 40 lbs. of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eERGONOMIC DESIGN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003eCGEM II was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003eINNOVATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003eThe CGEM II series features Celestron’s innovative Polar alignment procedure called All-Star™. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, while the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature of the CGEM II sure to please astroimagers, is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003ePERFORMANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: \" open sans arial helvetica sans-serif font-size:=\"\"\u003eFor objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM II will track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM II mount has a robust database with over 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects. 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It is a dedicated deep-sky imaging system designed for fast, wide-field astrophotography with compatible astronomy cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis package is best for intermediate to advanced astrophotographers who want a fast imaging platform for nebulae, large galaxies, star fields, and comet imaging. It is not intended as a general visual-observing telescope; it is an astrograph-first system for camera-based imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast f\/2 optical design dramatically reduces exposure time compared with traditional f\/8 to f\/10 telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" RASA optical tube is optimized for wide-field deep-sky imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGEM II equatorial mount provides computerized GoTo tracking and support for imaging payloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for one-shot colour cameras and compact cooled astronomy cameras that fit the front-cell imaging configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for capturing large emission nebulae, open clusters, and wide-field Milky Way targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast deep-sky astrophotography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-field nebula imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-shot colour camera imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable or semi-permanent imaging rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge field-of-view imaging where short exposures are useful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RASA 8 is a dedicated imaging optical tube and places the camera at the front of the telescope. Camera size, cable routing, backfocus spacing, and filter compatibility are important. Use a camera and adapters that maintain the required spacing and avoid excessive central obstruction. A dew-heater or dew-control system is strongly recommended for front-cell imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a visual-observing telescope. The RASA optical configuration is designed for cameras, not eyepieces. It is also not ideal for planetary imaging or small galaxies because the focal length is short and the field is wide. Precise spacing and careful cable management are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is better for intermediate or advanced imagers. The fast optical system is powerful, but camera spacing, focus, and cable routing need care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is best for fast wide-field deep-sky imaging, especially large nebulae, star fields, open clusters, and wide-field galaxy groupings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it for visual observing or astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAstrophotography. The RASA is not designed for eyepiece-based visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it require additional accessories?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. You will need a compatible imaging camera, adapters, power, likely dew control, and filters or filter solutions that work with the RASA optical path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should it not be recommended?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not choose this for visual observing, lunar\/planetary imaging as a main goal, or small-target long-focal-length imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOntario Telescope recommends the CGEM II 800 RASA package for imagers who want a fast, dedicated wide-field deep-sky system. 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It is a capable GoTo telescope package for visual observing, lunar and planetary imaging, and intermediate deep-sky astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis system is best for intermediate astronomers who want a versatile 8-inch telescope with a stronger mount than smaller entry-level packages. 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A focal reducer can be useful for wider-field imaging, while Barlows are useful for planetary imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong focal length deep-sky imaging requires accurate polar alignment, guiding, and careful balance. This is not the easiest first astrophotography telescope for wide-field targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is manageable for a motivated beginner, but best for intermediate users.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is best for lunar, planetary, and compact deep-sky observing or imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it for visual observing or astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth, with accessories required for astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it require additional accessories?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eImaging requires a camera, adapters, guiding equipment, and stable power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should it not be recommended?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not choose it as a simple wide-field beginner imaging rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOntario Telescope recommends this package for customers who want a strong 8-inch SCT on a capable mount. 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It is built for high-contrast lunar, planetary, double-star, and compact-object observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis system is best for intermediate visual observers and planetary imagers who want a compact, high-magnification telescope on a substantial GoTo equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch Maksutov-Cassegrain optics deliver long focal length performance in a compact tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for Moon, planets, double stars, and high-power visual observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGEM II mount gives computerized GoTo tracking and imaging-ready equatorial operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood choice where contrast and magnification matter more than wide field of view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunar observing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanetary observing and imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-star observing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact deep-sky visual targets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse suitable visual accessories or planetary cameras with the correct adapters. 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