"Looking for a telescope that is easy to use and provides great views? Our Meade 80mm Computer Controlled Refractor Telescope will get the job done. This 80mm packs a large focal length which allows for much higher magnifications than most other 80mm Telescopes. The built-in AutoStar Computer Controller with SmartFinder technology makes the Meade 80mm Refractor an ideal telescope for backyard astronomers of all ages. With AutoStar, the telescope can find and automatically track over 1,400 space objects with the touch of a button. Plus the 45 degree erecting prism allows you to enjoy the telescope during the daytime with crystal clear right-side up images! Plus, we'll never leave you in the lurch. Included with your 80mm Refractor Telescope is a copy of Astronomy for Dummies, just to help you along. Plus, there's a large size laminated map of the moon, and a star wheel that shows the locations of the constellations on any night of the week. Also, for your PC computer, theres a copy of AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition, incredible astonomy software that that print star charts and plan your observing sessions."
The Meade 80mm Computer Controlled Refractor Telescope is great for the beginners and experienced users.
Here's what you get with the Meade 80mm Computer Controlled Refractor:
The Meade 80mm DS Series Altazimuth Refractor Telescope
Full-size, Adjustable Aluminum Tripod with Accessory Tray
Red Dot LNT View Finder
Two Super Plossl Eyepieces (9.7mm and 26mm)
45 degree angle prism for right-side up viewing
AutoStar 1,400 space object computer controller.
AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition Software + Instructional Video
The 80mm Refractor Telescope. Meade's DS 2000 series 80mm diameter refractor delivers a larger focal length for high magnifications. Moon craters by the hundreds, cloud belts on Jupiter, and Saturn's rings are just a few of the many objects you will be able to see using this telescope.
Automatic Computer Controlled Star Finding. Right out of the box, with a simple initializations, Meade's AutoStar controller makes finding the sky's jewels virtually as easy as pushing a few buttons. Observe land or over 1400 sky objects in stunning high resolution, and learn about the sky with Meade's extensive astro-library. The AutoStar computer controller automatically guides your telescope to over 1400 objects. View planets, stars, galaxies, and nebulas all at the push of a button. Don't know what to see on a particular night? Don't worry. Just select the Tonight's Best tour and AutoStar will automatically take you on a guided tour of the best planets, stars, nebulas and other objects out that particular night. Want to know more about what you're looking at? The LCD display teaches you about what you're viewing with details like distance, temperature, mass, and historical information. AutoStar is your guide to the universe.
Great Standard Equipment. The Meade 80mm Computer Controlled Refractor Telescope has an incredible array advanced features as standard-equipment. The built-in SmartFinder technology uses an electronic level sensor, electronic magnetic north sensor, high precision internal clock and red dot projection finder all together to make setting up and using your telescope a breeze. This telescope package also includes two premium 4-element 1.25" Super Plössl eyepieces (SP9.7mm and SP26mm) offering comfortable long eye-relief and an expansive wide visual field. The advanced aluminum tripod keeps steady views and includes an accessory tray to hold all your items in the field. A 45° Erecting Prism provides a comfortable viewing angle for extended observing sessions. Also makes daytime observation easier with corrected, right-side-up, right-to-left viewing.
Detailed Specifications
80mm fully coated, achromatic objective lens.
Focal Length : 800mm.
F Ratio: 10
45 degree angle prism -- images are seen right-side up.
Eyepiece Diameter: 1.25" (easy to upgrade).
Included Eyepieces: (1) 9.7mm Super Plossl Eyepiece; (1) 26mm Super Plossl Eyepiece.
Visual Magnification With Included Eyepieces: 31x & 83x