This set, consisting of the Messier MC-100/1400 telescope and modern EXOS-2 PMC-Eight GoTo mount, is perfect for the demanding beginner's entry into the fascinating world of astronomy! With the long 1,400 mm focal length and the 100 mm aperture, you’ll already be able to see breathtaking details of planets and smaller nebulae. The compact Maksutov-Cassegrain design makes the telescope particularly portable and easy to handle. The mount, equipped with practical GoTo control and the user-friendly ExploreStars App, makes celestial navigation easy. The tracking, which compensates for Earth's rotation, is also extremely precise. With the high-quality special filter, you can safely admire the Sun’s surface through the telescope.
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_x000D_ The Telescope
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_x000D_ The compact optics are a defining feature of the Messier MC-100. The long 1,400 mm focal length allows for relaxed planet observations at high magnifications. Thanks to its short tube length, the telescope is ideal for mobile use. The 100 mm aperture allows you to observe smaller planetary nebulae in the vastness of space. Spot the famous Ring Nebula in the constellation Lyra or admire the Dumbbell Nebula in the constellation Vulpecula. You can also explore the sky during the day: With the safe objective solar filter, you can safely observe sunspots, eclipses, and planetary transits on our home star. (Warning: Never aim the telescope at the Sun without a solar filter.)
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_x000D_ The Mount
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_x000D_ The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC EXOS-2 PMC-Eight GoTo mount comes equipped with a modern and very precise GoTo control system. It consists of a robust Wi-Fi controller unit, providing all necessary interfaces. The NEMA-11 stepper motors connect directly to this unit via cable, and an ST-4 compatible autoguider interface is also available. The control system also supports micro-stepping to ensure precise tracking.
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_x000D_ Intuitive control via app and graphical star map
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_x000D_ The specially developed ExploreStars app for the PMC-Eight system impresses with an intuitive and visually appealing user interface. The currently available alignment stars for control initialization, as well as all celestial objects from the database, are displayed as a star map with additional text information. All these objects can be conveniently viewed and selected.
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_x000D_ Powerful controller unit with Open GoTo for customization
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_x000D_ At the heart of the controller unit is a fully autonomous 2-channel multi-processor with 8 CPUs and a Wi-Fi Ethernet 10/100 adapter with IP function. This allows for remote operation via browser, ASCOM, app, or serial connection. The Open GoTo system also allows custom firmware to be written and uploaded to the controller unit. This enables customized adjustments to device functions and the creation of custom object lists.
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_x000D_ Includes polar finder
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_x000D_ The included and pre-installed polar finder scope allows for quick and precise polar alignment and long exposure times without unwanted star trails. The integrated LED lighting unit further enhances the ease of use of the polar finder.
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_x000D_ FEATURES TELESCOPE
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• Telescope for night and solar observation
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• High-quality Maksutov-Cassegrain optics with long focal length and exceptionally sharp image
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• Ideal for the Moon, planets, smaller planetary nebulae, and globular clusters
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• Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
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• Maximum useful magnification: 200x
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• Objective diameter: 100 mm
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• Focal length: 1,400 mm
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• Aperture ratio: 14
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• Prism rail GP (44 mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
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_x000D_ FEATURES MOUNT
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• Powerful PMC-8 Open GoTo system
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• User-friendly and visually appealing ExploreStars OpenGoto app
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• Wi-Fi control via tablet, notebook, or desktop PC with a minimum 7" display and Wi-Fi function (not included)
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• Compatible operating systems: WIN8.1, WIN10/11, iOS, or Android 4.4 and higher
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• Classic control via direction keys or joystick for guiding, centering, correcting, and slewing via touchscreen
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• Intuitive 2-star and 3-star alignment for GoTo control initialization
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• Multiprocessor microcontroller with 8 CPUs
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• Micro-stepper NEMA-11 motors
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• Highly precise and quiet belt drive
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• ST-4 compatible autoguider interface
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• ASCOM driver available, also supports pulse guiding
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• Ability to create custom firmware and object lists and upload them to the PMC-8
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• GPS compatible / settings depend on the computer or tablet used
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• Power supply via 12V DC, with a maximum current consumption of 1.6 amps at full load
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_x000D_ SCOPE OF DELIVERY
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• Maksutov optics with tube
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• 26 mm Super Plössl eyepiece (31.7 mm / 1.25")
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• SC eyepiece adapter (31.7 mm / 1.25")
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• Star diagonal mirror
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• Polar finder scope with optional illumination
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• Prism rail for GP level
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• LED finder
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• Objective solar filter
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• Rotating star map
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• Astronomy software Stellarium (via download)
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• EXOS2-GT mount with Open GoTo PMC-8
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• Stainless steel tripod with built-in spirit level
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• 2 x 4.5 kg counterweight
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• Polar finder with lighting unit
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• 12V / 2A power supply
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• ExploreStars app via software download
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• User manual
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