Celestron CGEM II GoTo EQ Mount with Tripod

Capable of holding 40 lb. of payload Slews at 5-degree per second Instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database Longer clutch levers make tightening and loosening easier Large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs Internal RA and DEC motor wiring Low cog DC Servo motor with integrated optical encoders Innovative All-Star Polar alignment procedure Advanced control of telescope via a computer

Features

• Ergonomic Design: The CGEM II has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron’s higher-end SCT optical tubes securely and vibration free, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing
• Innovation: The 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
• Performance: Solar System alignment method allows you to view the moon and planets during the day. This gives you the opportunity to see the sky at various times, under various conditions
• Altitude and Azimuth Adjustment: CGEM II was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment
• Advanced Controls: USB 2.0 port on the hand control permits support of direct links to a PC via ASCOM-supported software. NexRemote telescope control software also allows for advanced control of the telescope via a computer