Celestron CPC 925 GPS SCT
CPC 925 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope: Key Features General Specs 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope boasting diffraction-limited optics Enhanced with Celestron’s elite StarBright XLT coatings for improved light transmission Features a fully-automated...
Description
CPC 925 GPS (XLT) Computerized Telescope: Key Features
General Specs
- 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope boasting diffraction-limited optics
- Enhanced with Celestron’s elite StarBright XLT coatings for improved light transmission
- Features a fully-automated dual-fork arm Altazimuth mount for stable positioning
- Comes equipped with a 9x50 finderscope for precise object tracking
- Next-gen, robust tripod allows for quick and simple setup, even in pitch-black conditions. The tripod includes durable 2-inch steel legs and an accessory tray.
- Ergonomically designed for ease of lifting and transportation between observing sites
- Integrated star diagonal makes for a more relaxed viewing posture, particularly for high-altitude objects
- Includes a built-in remote hand control holder for a hands-free operation while using the telescope
Computerized Mount Highlights
- Utilizes the established NexStar computer control system for automated navigation
- Extensive database with over 40,000 celestial objects, including customizable and expanded details on 200+ items
- Features pre-set lists that categorize the best-known deep-sky objects, multiple star systems, variable stars, solar system bodies, and asterisms
- Updated drive base and mechanical components, featuring quieter operation, larger drive gears, and a quick-release clutch
- SkyAlign technology for rapid and straightforward alignment using any three bright celestial objects
- Software and motor controls are flash-upgradable online
- Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) functionality
- Additional auxiliary port for optional accessories, like Autoguider or GPS modules
- Comes bundled with NexRemote software and an RS-232 cable for comprehensive computerized telescope control
Specifications
| Optical Design: | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Aperture: | 235mm (9.25") |
| Focal Length: | 2350mm (93") |
| Focal Ratio: | f/10 |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: | 40mm (1.57") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece 1: | 59x |
| Finderscope: | 9x50 Finderscope with quick release bracket |
| Star Diagonal: | 1.25" Star Diagonal |
| Optical Tube: | Aluminum |
| Highest Useful Magnification: | 555x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification: | 34x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude: | 14.4 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh): | 0.59 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes): | 0.49 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): | 1127x |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction: | 85mm (3.35") |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: | 36% |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: | 13% |
| Optical Coatings: | Starbright XLT |
| Optical Tube Length: | 559mm (22") |
| Optical Tube Diameter: | 271.78mm (10.7") |
| Optical Tube Weight: | 58 lbs (26.3 kg) with mount |
| Dovetail: | None |
| MOUNT INFO: | |
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| Mount Type: | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Dual Fork Arm |
| Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): | 1397mm - 1778mm (55" - 70") |
| Tripod leg diameter: | 50.8mm (2") Stainless Steel |
| Mount Head Weight: | 58 lbs (26.3 kg) with optical tube |
| Accessory Tray: | Yes |
| Tripod Weight: | 19 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| Slew Speed: | 9 slew speeds - max speed 5°/second |
| Tracking Rates: | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Tracking Modes: | Altazimuth, EQ North and EQ South |
| GPS: | Internal 16 channel |
| Dovetail Compatibility: | none |
| Number of Auxiliary ports: | 2 AUX Ports (Hand Control can use any of the AUX Ports) |
| Autoguide Port: | Yes |
| USB Port: | Yes, on hand control |
| Power Requirements: | 12 VDC-1.5A (Tip positive) |
| Motor Drive: | DC servo motors |
| Alignment Procedures: | Sky Align, Auto Two-Star Align, Two-Star Align, Solar System Align, EQ North Align and EQ South Align |
| Periodic Error Correction: | Yes |
| Computerized Hand Control: | 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection |
| NexStar+ Database: | 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects |
| Software: | Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App |
| Total Telescope Kit Weight: | 77 lbs ( 34.9 kg) |
| Included Items: | Optical tube Mount and Tripod Accessory Tray 40mm eyepiece 1.25" Star Diagonal 50mm 9x50 Finderscope with Bracket Instruction Manual |
| Solar Warning |
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| California Residents |
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Software and Documentation
Celestron CPC 925 GPS SCT