Starsense Explorer DX 130AZ App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector Telescope with Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount (CSN22461)

Experience the night sky like never before with the StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector Telescope. Celestron has redefined manual telescopes by integrating smartphone technology with its innovative StarSense Explorer, allowing users to analyze the night sky and determine the telescope's position in real-time.

Designed for beginners, the easy-to-use StarSense Explorer app offers detailed tutorials, transforming your stargazing experience into a guided tour of the cosmos. No more complicated star charts or unreliable applications; simply dock your smartphone, launch the app, and follow the on-screen guidance to locate celestial objects with confidence.

StarSense Explorer is compatible with most modern smartphones, including iPhone models from the 6 and newer, as well as devices running Android 7.1.2 or later. Its patented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology utilizes a unique Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA) to accurately determine the telescope’s orientation based on star patterns. This advanced technology surpasses traditional apps that rely solely on phone sensors, ensuring precise object viewing.

The telescope features a high-quality altazimuth mount with smooth, dual-axis slow-motion controls for effortless tracking of celestial objects. The ultra-stable design allows you to easily adjust the telescope as the stars drift across the sky, making it a breeze to focus on your targets.

Equipped with a 130mm (5”) objective lens, this reflector telescope captures stunning detail and bright images of celestial wonders. Observe Jupiter's Galilean moons, the rings of Saturn, and even the Orion Nebula with ease. The telescope’s highly reflective coatings enhance the viewing experience, ensuring every detail is observed with clarity.

Whether you're in a light-polluted city or a dark sky site, the StarSense Explorer DX is versatile enough to reveal prominent celestial bodies, including Jupiter, Saturn, and various nebulae. For more adventurous stargazers willing to venture to darker locations, numerous deep-sky objects, including the Andromeda Galaxy, are within reach. The entire kit is portable, weighing just 18 pounds, making it perfect for camping trips or remote observation outings.

This telescope package includes the StarSense smartphone dock, a red dot finderscope for manual use, as well as 25mm and 10mm eyepieces and a sturdy, full-height tripod. Discover the beauty of the universe with the StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ and elevate your stargazing adventures.