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LX200 ACF Series LX90 ACF Series LX600 StarLock LX850 StarLock Coronado Solar LS LightSwitch StarNavigator Sports Optics ETX Series LightBridge Coronado
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CONTENTS STARTER TELESCOPES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Infinity Telescopes Polaris Telescopes LightBridge Mini Dobsonian Telescopes StarNavigator Telescopes ETX Observer Telescopes
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INTERMEDIATE TELESCOPES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8 LS LightSwithch Telescopes 8 LX70 Equatorial Telescopes 9 LightBridge Dobsonian Telescopes 10 ADVANCED TELESCOPES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. LX90 ACF Telescopes LX200 ACF Telescopes LX600 ACF Telescopes with StarLock LX850 ACF Equatorial Telescopes with StarLock
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OPTICAL TUBE ASSEMBLIES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Series 6000 Apochomatic Refractors LX200 F/10 ACF Optical Tube Assemblies LX850 F/8 ACF Optical Tube Assemblies
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SOLAR TELESCOPES …………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………. Coronado PST Solar Scopes Coronado SolarMax II Solar Scopes Coronado Accessories
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SPORTS OPTICS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Wilderness Spotting Scopes TravelView Binoculars Wilderness Binoculars RainForest Binoculars Astro-Binocular
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ACCESSORIES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 24 Series 4000 Super Plossl Eyepieces 24 Series 4000 Super Plossl Eyepiece and Filter Kit 24 Series 5000 HD-60 Eyepieces Series 5000 HD-60 Eyepiece and Filter Kit Series 5000 Mega Wide Angle Eyepieces Series 5000 Enhanced Mirror Diagonal
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Power Supplies and Accessories LPI-G Dual Purpose Camera Stella Wi-Fi Telescope Control Adapter
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Infinity™ Telescopes Entry Level, Alt-azimuth Telescopes The Infinity refractor telescopes are excellent beginner’s instruments, and are designed to observe objects in the sky and also on land. They can be a personal window to the universe or allow for the intimate study of the behaviour of nesting birds on distant hillsides.
INFINITY 70AZ
INFINITY 80AZ
INFINITY 90AZ
INFINITY 102AZ
The Infinity range of telescopes come complete and ready to use out of the box. All Infinity telescopes come with a range of accessories including a built-in dew shield, Red Dot Finder, eyepieces and diagonal. Infinity 70AZ
Infinity 80AZ
Infinity 90AZ
Infinity 102AZ
Product Code
209003
209004
209005
209006
Clear Aperture
70mm
80mm
90mm
102mm
Focal Length/Ratio
700mm (f/10)
400mm (f/5)
600mm (f/6.7)
600mm (f/5.9)
Eyepieces (MA)
9mm & 26mm
Barlow
6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm 6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm 6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm
2x
2x
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2x
2x
Polaris™ Telescopes Entry Level, Equatorial Telescopes Meade Polaris telescopes are excellent beginners’ instruments, and are designed to observe objects in the night sky. They can be a personal window to the universe allowing you to see bright galaxies and nebulae, comets, planets, stars and more. The Infinity range of telescopes come complete and ready to use out of the box. A range of accessories include a Red Dot Finder, eyepieces and barlow lens.
POLARIS 70
POLARIS 80
POLARIS 90
Polaris 70
Polaris 80
Polaris 90
Product Code
216001
216002
216003
Clear Aperture
70mm
80mm
90mm
700mm (f/12.9)
900mm (f/11.3)
900mm (f/10)
6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm
6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm
6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm
2x
2x
2x
Focal Length / Focal Ratio Eyepieces (MA) Barlow
POLARIS 114
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Focal Ratio Eyepieces (MA) Barlow
POLARIS 130
POLARIS 127
Polaris 114
Polaris 127
Polaris 130
2156004 114mm 1000mm (f/8.8) 6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm 2x
216005 127mm 1000mm (f/7.9) 6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm 2x
216006 130mm 650mm (f/5.0) 6.3mm, 9mm, 26mm 2x
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LightBridge Mini™ Dobsonian Telescopes Entry Level, Dobsonian Telescopes Meade's LightBridge line-up has expanded -- with the same high-quality standards of its original Truss-Tube Dobsonian models -- now in a more portable form. They allow astronomers to set up and share a stargazing experience in seconds. Whether in the outdoors or relaxing in a backyard, the LightBridge Mini Dobsonians are the ideal “grab-and-go” telescopes, offering easy and portable observation straight from the box!
LIGHTBRIDGE MINI
MINI 82
MINI 114
MINI 130
The amateur and seasoned astronomer now has the ultimate tool to share the hobby with enthusiasts and beginners alike. Those new to astronomy or just getting started can discover and appreciate the night sky without being intimidated by the complexity of the equipment. The Lightbridge Mini telescopes feature a one arm Dobsonian-style mount, come with two eyepieces for low (26mm) and high (9mm) magnification, a 2x barlow lens to double the magnifying power of each eyepiece, a red dot viewfinder to help you aim the telescope, and the Autostar® Suite Astronomy planetarium DVD with over 10,000 celestial objects. LightBridge Mini 82
LightBridge Mini 114
LightBridge Mini 130
Product Code
203001
2303002
203003
Clear Aperture
82mm
114mm
130mm
300mm (f/3.7)
450mm (f/3.95)
650mm (f/5.0)
9mm, 26mm
9mm, 26mm
9mm, 26mm
2x
2x
2x
1.7Kg
4.9Kg
6.2kg
Focal Length / Focal Ratio Eyepieces (MA) Barlow Assembled weight
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Meade StarNavigator™ Telescopes Entry level, Fully-computerized GO TO Telescopes These easy to operate and fully computer-guided GO TO telescopes feature the Meade DS lightweight, portable and reliable single arm robotic mount and Meade AudioStar/Autostar Computer Handset.
DS Mount The solidly built metal construction mount features advanced electronics to make alignment easy, including an internal clock, while the full size and adjustable height aluminium tripod allows comfortable viewing from either a seated or standing position. The mount is conveniently powered from the included internal battery pack which holds eight (user supplied) "AA" batteries. The optics of this scope combined with the enhanced electronics means that this may be all the telescope the casual observer might ever need or require.
STARNAVIGATOR 130
AudioStar/Autostar Handset This technology knows the night sky right out of the box. Turn it on, and after a brief alignment procedure, the telescope is ready to take the observer to any object in its over 30,000 object library or take them on a guided tour of the heavens. See more objects in one night than Galileo saw in a lifetime.
StarNavigator 130mm Newtonian Reflector The StarNavigator 130mm reflecting telescope features a mirror diameter of 130mm (5.1") for clear, bright images and a focal length of 1000mm; focal ratio f/7.7.
STARNAVIGATOR 90
StarNavigator 90mm Refractor The StarNavigator 90mm refracting telescope features a lens diameter of 90mm (4") for bright, high contrast images and a focal length of 800mm; focal ratio f/7.7.
Standard equipment Standard equipment includes AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition Software and Instructional DVD, easy to use red dot viewfinder, and two Meade MA 1.25" eyepieces.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handbox Star Alignment and Navigation Handset Eyepieces (MA)
StarNavigator 90Computerized GOTO Telescope
StarNavigator 130 Computerized GOTO Telescope
2090-DI 90mm
20130 130mm
800mm (f/8.8) AutoStar GoTo Autostar 9mm , 25mm
1,000mm (f/7.7) AudioStar GoTo AudioStar 9mm, 25mm
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Meade ETX Observer Telescopes Proven Design, Packed with Features The ETX Observer models come in either the 80mm achromat refractor telescope design or a 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope design. These telescopes now feature a removable optical tube, as well as the AudioStar handset controller. The removable optical tube brings versatility and customization to the ETX. The AudioStar handset controller gives you easy access to the ETX's 30,000 object database, and includes a built-in speaker that plays educational content about the celestial objects you view!
ETX80 OBSERVER
ETX90 OBSERVER
The ETX80 fits in the included backpack making it great for people on the go, while the ETX90 comes with a hard carry case and a tripod bag to protect it when transporting. With GoTo and tracking capabilities, these are the ultimate portable computerized telescopes.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handset Eyepieces (Super Plossl) Built-in barlow lens Case
ETX80 Observer
ETX90 Observer
205002 80mm 400mm (f/5)
205004 90mm 90mm (f/13.8)
AudioStar 9.7mm, 26mm 2x
AudioStar 9.7mm, 26mm -
Telescope padded case
Telescope hard case, tripod bag
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LS™ LightSwitch™ ACF Telescopes Award Winning, Packed with Features This telescope is the most technologically advanced model available and is the easiest to use. With new LightSwitch technology and Advanced Coma Free optics "this changes everything". All models include the latest software revision.
Revolutionary LS™ LightSwitch™ Technology Meade’s revolutionary LS™ LightSwitch™ telescope uses advanced technologies like GPS, LNT™ and ECLIPS™ CCD imaging to do what no other consumer telescope has done before: take all the hassle out of using a telescope. Flip the switch and the LS automatically aligns itself. Astronomer Inside™ then takes you on a guided multimedia tour of the best objects in your sky. The new aluminium mount is lightweight and portable, yet has a rigid structure with precision worm-gear drives for the ultimate in tracking and pointing accuracy. All this combined with Meade’s Advanced Coma-Free optical system provides the stargazer with the most sophisticated, yet easiest to use telescope ever.
On the Flip of the Switch Meade takes out all the hassles and puts in all the fun with the all-new LS featuring LightSwitch technology. Now it’s fast and easy to perform all start-up functions with just a flip of the switch. The revolutionary LightSwitch technology automatically delivers telescope location, time, date, orientation and alignment with the sky with a single touch. And thanks to Meade’s proprietary and exclusive Advanced Coma-Free™ optics, you see it all in stunning Ritchey-Chrétien-like clarity. And with the Astronomer Inside™ comprehensive multi-media content, you experience the universe in a way you never have before. In short, the LS incorporates everything you’ve come to expect from Meade, the undisputed leader in innovation and quality.
Advanced Coma-Free Optics - Sharp, Clear, Brilliant Meade’s Advanced Coma-Free optics will wow you. Distortion-free, sharp as-a-tack resolution. ACF’s stateof-the-art optics are so good, you’ll see more objects than you’ve ever thought possible. Just compare ACF to Ritchey-Chrétien systems selling for much more, and ACF’s quality will absolutely astound you.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handbox Star Alignment and Navigation
LS 6” ACF
LS 8” ACF
LS Monitor
0610-03-10
0810-03-10
07700
6” (150mm) 1,524mm (f/10) AutoStar III
8” (200mm) 2,000mm (f/10) AutoStar III
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LightSwitch -
LightSwitch -
Optional
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LX70™ Equatorial Telescopes German EQ Mounted Telescopes Meade’s new LX70 Series offers high-quality German equatorially mounted telescopes with slow-motion controls and heavy-duty steel tripods. Can be used as a stand-alone mount or maximize viewing potential with any of the following quality optical tube options: 5” Achromat, 6” & 8” Newtonian Reflectors, or a 6” Maksutov-Cassegrain.
LX70 5” refractor
LX70 5” Reflector
LX70 8” Reflector
LX70 6” Maksutov
The Meade LX70 Series is the perfect choice for the more serious observer looking to chase deep sky objects such as galaxies, star clusters, nebulae, and more. With an available dual axis motor drive system and optional polar scope finder, Meade’s LX70 Series can be easily upgraded.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length/Ratio Focucer Finder scope Eyepieces (Plossl) Diagonal Mount Polar Scope Tracking Assembled weight
LX70 5” refractor
LX70 6” Reflector
LX70 8” Reflector
LX70 6” Maksutov
27020 120mm
270011 150mm
270012 200mm
270013 150mm
1000m (f/8.3) Rack & pinion 6x30mm 9mm, 26mm 2” (1.25” adapter) German equatorial optional manual/upgradable 21.6Kg
750mm (f/5) Crayford 6x30mm 9mm, 26mm n.a. German equatorial optional manual/upgradable 21.8Kg
200mm (f/5) Crayford 8x50mm 9mm, 26mm n.a. German equatorial optional manual/upgradable 25.7kg
1800 (f/12) internal 6x30mm 9mm, 26mm 2” (1.25” adapter) German equatorial optional manual/upgradable 22.5Kg
LX70 German Equatorial Mount Also available as a stand-alone, the Meade LX70 German EQ mount includes enhanced features including brass worm-gear drives on both axes for smooth tracking performance, aluminum setting circles and builtin leveling bubble. With Meade’s optional 670010 polar scope, finding the celestial poles with high accuracy is easy. Combined with Meade’s optional 670011 dual axis motor drives, the LX70 German Equatorial mount becomes an imaging platform ideal for high-performance observing or astrophotography. The mount includes a Vixen-style dovetail for mounting optical tubes up to 9.5Kg and accepts any Vixen-style dovetail.
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LightBridge™ Dobsonian Telescopes The Big Telescope that Goes Anywhere It’s not just a big telescope. It’s a big telescope that goes anywhere. New LightBridge truss-Dobs from Meade take down and set up quickly. So you can take one of these massive windows on the universe out to your favourite dark sky locations with ease. LightBridge Dobs give you high quality Meade optics, premium components, and ultra-portability — all for about the same price as an ordinary tube Dob. So get a LightBridge truss-Dob. And prepare to cross the universe. The LightBridgw Dobsonian telescopes come complete with dual speed Crayford focuser, viewfinder and wide angle eyepiece.
Portability The open truss design of the LightBridge Dobsonians means portability of the telescope is dramatically improved over a solid tube design. Taking only moments to set up and take apart for travel, the extremely rigid truss frame design ensures a nocompromises view through the telescope.
Smooth and Stable Hand driven Dobsonian style telescopes by their nature need good mounts with smooth and stable movement to be enjoyable, and here again the LightBridge excels. The sturdy laminated finish wooden Dobsonian mount includes premium features such as roller bearings on the azimuth (side to side) axis and large diameter aluminium altitude (vertical axis) bearings with a hand adjustable variable tension brake for smooth and stable movement.
Standard Equipment Standard equipment includes a high quality, precision machined dual ratio 2" Crayford style focuser with 10:1 micro focus control, and 1.25" adapter so you can use 1.25" or 2" barrel eyepieces. Includes a 2" diameter Meade Series 4000 26mm QX Wide Angle Eyepiece for stunning wide angle views. The viewfinder is an easy to use red dot unit with four user selectable reticule pattern options and seven step brightness control. Also includes bonus Meade AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition Software for checking star charts and planet locations.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Optical Design Mounting
LightBridge 10” 1005-05-03 10” (250mm) 1,270mm (f/5) Reflector Dobsonian
LightBridge 12” 1205-05-03 12” (300mm) 1,524mm (f/5) Reflector Dobsonian
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LightBridge 16” 1645-05-03 16” (400mm) 1,829mm (f/4.5) Reflector Dobsonian
LX90™ ACF Telescopes The legend Meade's LX90 ACF is a favourite of astronomers making the jump to their first, serious, large aperture telescope. Long after they have read the reviews, compared specifications, visited the blogs and talked to wizened astronomers, all roads point to the LX90. Performance, quality, value and ease of use are the hallmarks of a great telescope. Now’s your chance to own the legend.
Advanced Coma-Free Optics The LX90-ACF comes in a complete line of OTA apertures, from 8-inch to 12-inch. All sizes come with the Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical systems. The Advanced Coma-Free optical system has brought the highest level of optical performance well within the reach of most amateurs. Using the Meade exclusive design, ACF optics achieve aplanatic performance — with a flatter field, reduced astigmatism and eliminated diffractions spikes — equal to Ritchy-Chétien systems, at a fraction of the price. Coupled with Meade’s Ultra- High Transmission Coatings (standard on all LX90-ACF systems), you have the ultimate in premium optics.
AudioStar® Computer with Astronomer Inside Meade’s AudioStar® controls the telescope to find and track any of over 30,000 celestial objects automatically. Share the wonders of the universe with friends and family as they listen to audio content through its built-in speaker. Astronomer Inside™ plays over 4 hours of audio content, bringing the cosmos to life. Don't know what's up in tonight's sky? Astronomer Inside does; watch and listen as it takes you on a tour of the night's best celestial objects.
Built In GPS The LX90-ACF's built in GPS sensor precisely provides the time, date and location, allowing for a quick assisted alignment.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handbox Star Alignment and Navigation
LX90 8” ACF 0810-90-03 8” (200mm) 2,000mm (f/10) AudioStar GoTo, GPS
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LX90 10” ACF 1010-90-03 10” (250mm) 2,500mm (f/10) AudioStar GoTo, GPS
LX90 12” ACF 1210-90-03 12” (300mm) 3,048mm (f/10) AudioStar GoTo, GPS
LX200™ ACF Telescopes The Most Widely Used, Research Grade, Telescope System Meade's LX200-ACF brings Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optics within reach of aspiring astronomers everywhere. Nearly every observatory reflector in the world uses an aplanatic (coma-free) optical system like the Ritchey-Chrétien (RC), including NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Now you can own similar optics to what the professionals use. The LX200-ACF includes all the field-proven features of the LX200 including GPS, Primary Mirror Lock, Oversized Primary Mirror, SmartDrive™, Smart Mount™, AutoStar® II and more. The new LX200-ACF. It's the biggest news in astronomy since, well, the LX200.
Advanced Coma-Free Optics The LX200-ACF comes in a complete line of optical tube (OTA) apertures, from 8-inch to 16-inch with the Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical systems. The Advanced Coma-Free optical system has brought the highest level of optical performance well within the reach of most amateurs. Using the Meade exclusive design, ACF optics achieve aplanatic performance — with a flatter field, reduced astigmatism and eliminated diffractions spikes — equal to Ritchy-Chétien systems, at a fraction of the price. Coupled with Meade’s Ultra- High Transmission Coatings (standard on all LX200ACF systems), you have the ultimate in premium optics.
High-End Features Sitting atop an ultra-stable tripod and mount, the LX200-ACF combines an amazing array of features: Primary Mirror Lock to eliminate focus and mirror shift during long exposures; large, high-quality worm-gear drives in both axes to provide extraordinarily smooth movement, and; Smart Mount and Smart Drive, delivering Permanent Periodic Error Correction (critical for long exposure astrophotography). The AutoStar II handbox controller which puts over 140,000 objects at your fingertips and delivers the fastest GoTo performance available. This simple to use handbox provides complete control over every aspect of the telescope’s operation. You can even control the system from an external computer with supplied or third party software.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handbox Star Alignment
LX200 8” ACF
LX200 10” ACF
LX200 12” ACF LX200 14” ACF
LX200 16” ACF
0810-60-03 8” (200mm) 2,000mm (f/10) AutoStar II
1010-60-03 10” (250mm) 2,500mm (f/10) AutoStar II
1210-60-03 12” (300mm) 3,048mm (f/10) AutoStar II
1410-60-03 14” (350mm) 3,556mm (f/10) AutoStar II
1610-60-03 16” (400mm) 4,064mm (f/10) AutoStar II
GoTo, GPS
GoTo, GPS
GoTo, GPS
GoTo, GPS
GoTo, GPS
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LX600™ ACF Telescopes with StarLock™ Easier to Use. Easier to move. Smart. Only from Meade Meade’s remarkable LX600 f/8 ACF with StarLock technology takes a giant leap forward by making astroimaging much easier and making setup and transportation a breeze. The LX600 is a simple to operate, portable package that makes taking great astro-photos as easy as focusing your camera and opening the shutter. The collection of features and technology integrated into the LX600 is unavailable from any other manufacturer and its ease of use cannot be duplicated by just attaching a set of add-ons to another scope.
Faster, Sharper Optical System The LX600 employs a fast f/8 ACF™ optical system with high-contrast baffling that assures crisp, pinpoint imaging to the very edge of the field. The all-new OTA features an internal Crayford-style, zero image-shift focusing system with a two-speed, 7:1 control.
Portability & Transportation Need a telescope system that can be easily broken down and moved to a dark-sky site? Always wanted a bigger telescope, but were worried about the weight? With the LX600 Split Fork design, you can have both. The OTA can be quickly separated from the mount, reducing the total weight that must be lifted at one time by 35 lb. This allows for easy setup and transportation even with a 12" or 14" optical tube (OTA).
StarLock™ — Full-Time Automatic Guiding StarLock is the revolutionary new technology that makes target acquisition on your imaging sensor and accurate guiding during exposures completely automatic. StarLock uses an 80mm f/5 optic and a super wide-angle lens in a two camera system that automatically finds your target in high-precision immediately captures a field star as dim as 11th magnitude and then guides to an accuracy of one arc second. There's no need for a separate guider or computer and the StarLock requires no user focusing or guide star selection. StarLock automatically programs periodic error correction and then corrects for any other errors down to virtually zero.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handbox Automatic Guiding
LX600 10” ACF
LX600 12” ACF
LX600 14” ACF
LX600 16” ACF
1008-70-01 10” (250mm) 2,032mm (f/8) AutoStar II StarLock
1208-70-01 12” (300mm) 2,438mm (f/8) AutoStar II StarLock
1408-70-01 14” (350mm) 2,845mm (f/8) AutoStar II StarLock
1608-70-01 16” (400mm) 3,251mm (f/8) AutoStar II StarLock
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LX850™ ACF Telescopes with StarLock™ Smarter telescope system. Only from Meade Meade’s revolutionary LX850 system draws upon 40 plus years of experience and innovation. Precision machining, finishing, assembly combined with StarLock’s fully integrated, full-time auto-guiding and auto-alignment system makes this platform the new standard in astro-photographic and visual performance.
Faster, Sharper Optical System The LX850 employs a fast f/8 ACF™ (Advanced Coma Free) optical system with high-contrast baffling that assures crisp, pinpoint imaging to the very edge of the field. The all-new OTA features an internal Crayford-style, zero image-shift focusing system with a two-speed, 7:1 control.
Precision Machined Solid German EQ Mount Constructed of machined stainless steel and aircraft grade aluminium, the LX850 mount presents a rock-solid mounting platform with precision roller bearings on both axes and a 1.75" stainless steel R.A. shaft. Its .68" diameter brass worms and 5.8" diameter, 225-tooth aluminium gears deliver smooth, precise movement with up to a 40.8Kg (90 pound) instrument load. A fully-computerized GoTo mount with GPS, the LX850 comes with a database of over 144,000 objects. All this set atop a new super-stable tripod.
StarLock™- Full-Time Automatic Guiding StarLock is the revolutionary new technology that makes target acquisition on your imaging sensor and accurate guiding during exposures completely automatic. StarLock uses an 80mm f/5 optic and a super wide-angle lens in a two camera system that automatically finds your target in high precision. There's no need for a separate guider or computer and the StarLock requires no user focusing or guide star selection. StarLock automatically programs periodic error correction and then corrects for any other errors down to virtually zero.
LX850 mount only
LX850 10” ACF
LX850 12” ACF
LX850 14” ACF
Product Code
37-0850-00
1008-85-01
1208-85-01
1408-85-01
Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Handbox
n.a. n.a. AutoStar II
10” (250mm) 2,032mm (f/8) AutoStar II
12” (300mm) 2,438mm (f/8) AutoStar II
14” (350mm) 2,845mm (f/8) AutoStar II
Automatic Guiding
StarLock
StarLock
StarLock
StarLock
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Series 6000 APO Refractors Premium, 3-element Apochromatic Refractors Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO Refractors have been designed for crisp wide field observing and imaging, nothing can beat a true triple-element Apochromatic Refractor (APO). Meade Series 6000 ED APO Triplets are among the finest available optically at any price. Series 6000 ED Triplet APO Optical Tube Assemblies incorporate 3-Element Fully Multi-Coated (FMC) Apochromatic Objective Lenses with advanced FK61(115mm & 130mm) or FPL53 (80mm) extra-low dispersion glass, 10:1 dual speed Crayford Focusers, Sliding Dew Shield, 2" Series 5000 Enhanced 99% Reflectivity Slip-fit Diagonal, Aluminum Cradle Rings with mounting dovetail and Hard Case. These impressive fast refractors have relatively short focal lengths of 480mm, 805mm and 910mm that make them ideal for observing and advanced astrophotography. The high quality fully multi-coated triplet objective lenses offer outstanding contrast and sharpness as well as near zero detectable chromatic aberration or "colour fringing". They feature super precise dual speed 2” or 3” Crayford focusers with 10:1 gear reduction for ultra-fine focus control. Standard equipment includes a Meade Series 5000 2" diagonal with 99% reflectivity, built in sliding dew shield, 8x50 viewfinder and an aluminium hard carry case to protect your investment when not in use. Also include aluminium cradle ring assemblies with dovetail, compatible with many commercially available mounts including the Meade LX70 and LX80 Multi-mount. Mount and eyepieces sold separately.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Objective lens Assembled weight High-precision 10:1 Crayford Focuser Dovetail platform Aluminium re-enforced hard case 2” (1.25”) 99% reflectivity diagonal Finder scope
Series 6000 80
Series 6000 115
Series 6000 130
0306-00-05
4507-00-05
0507-00-05
80mm 480mm (f/6) 3-element FPL53 3.3Kg
115mm 805mm (f/7) 3-element FK61 8Kg
130mm 910mm (f/7) 3-element FK61 11.4Kg
2”, zero image-shift Vixen style yes
3”, zero image-shift Vixen style yes
3”, zero image-shift Vixen style yes
yes 8x50mm
yes 8x50mm
yes 8x50mm
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LX200 ACF f/10 OTA Advanced Coma Free (ACF) Optical Tube Assemblies The Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical system has brought the highest level of optical performance well within the reach of most amateurs. Using the Meade exclusive design, ACF optics achieve diffraction limited, aplanatic performance — with a flatter field, reduced astigmatism and eliminated diffractions spikes — equal to Ritchy-Chétien systems, at a fraction of the price. Coupled with Meade’s Ultra- High Transmission Coatings (standard on all LX200-ACF systems), these OTAs offer the ultimate in premium optics.
Specification
f/10 Advanced Coma Free Optics Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) Oversized Low-Expansion Borosilicate Primary Mirror Primary Mirror Lock for increased image stability Losmandy-style Dovetail Finder scope shoe
All LX200 models feature a primary mirror locking mechanism, which effectively prevents movement of the primary mirror during long exposure astrophotography or observing. Turn the lock knob located just above the telescopes main focus knob and the progressive-tension primary lock completely cancels any residual image shift due to mirror movement during visual, photographic, or imaging applications. LX200 8 f.10 ACF
LX200 10 f.10 ACF
LX200 12 f.10 ACF
LX200 14 f.10 ACF
LX200 16 f.10 ACF
0810-60-00 8” 2000mm (f/10)
1010-60-00 10’ 2500mm (f/10)
1210-60-00 12” 3048mm (f/10)
1410-60-00 14” 3556mm (f/10)
1610-60-00 16” 4064mm (f/10)
Optics Coatings Mirror Lock Assembled weight
ACF UHTC Yes 6.4Kg
ACF UHTC Yes 11.8Kg
ACF UHTC Yes 15.9Kg
ACF UHTC Yes 25.9Kg
ACF UHTC Yes 30.4Kg
Dovetail platform
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio
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LX850 ACF f/8 OTA Fast, Advanced Coma Free (ACF) Optical Tube Assemblies Building on Meade’s award-winning Advanced Coma-Free™ (ACF™) optics, these OTAs employ a fast f/8 optical system with high-contrast baffling that insures crisp, pinpoint imaging to the very edge of the field. Feature an internal zero image shift Crayford-style focusing system with a two-speed 7:1 reduction control that provides smooth, precise focusing at any magnification. Also features Meade's Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) for maximum brightness and contrast, an oversized low-expansion primary mirror for extra aperture and to prevent thermal expansion of the mirror, and diffraction-limited optics.
The optical tube assemblies Include finder scope and guide scope shoes, and precision machined Losmandystyle dovetail rail mated to the tube with wide-stance radius blocks for rock-steady mounting.
Specification
Fast f/8 Advanced Coma Free Optics markedly reduce exposures when compared to f/10 systems Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) Internal baffling for high contrast images Oversized Low-Expansion Borosilicate Primary Mirror Zero image shift 7:1 Crayford style focusing system Losmandy-style Dovetail on oversized radial blocks Finder scope and guide scope shoe
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Optics Coatings 7:1 focuser Assembled weight Dovetail platform
LX200 10 f8 ACF
LX200 12 f8 ACF
LX200 14 f8 ACF
LX200 16 f8 ACF
1008-80-00 10’ 2032mm (f/8) ACF, UHTC UHTC Yes 15Kg
1208-80-00 12” 2438mm (f/8) ACF, UHTC UHTC Yes ~18.3Kg
1408-80-00 14” 2845mm (f/8) ACF, UHTC UHTC Yes 28.6Kg
1608-80-00 16” 3251mm (f/8) ACF, UHTC UHTC Yes ~33.4Kg
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
Losmandy style
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Coronado® PST - Personal Solar Telescope The World's Most Popular Solar Telescope The Personal Solar Telescope (PST) is a Coronado innovation. It is the world's most popular telescope to observe the Sun. This 40mm diameter highly portable dedicated solar telescope features completely internal non-removable and student safe solar filtering optics with a 1.0 angstrom hydrogen-alpha (Hα) bandpass for great surface detail. The PST will show you the dynamic, ever changing prominences at the edge of the Sun as well as filaments and other surface details in amazing detail, all in the brilliant and distinctive red colour hydrogen-alpha. Study of the solar disk is now within the reach of the amateur astronomer. The PST represents the same technology and quality that goes into a SolarMax series telescope available to the new solar astronomer at the cost of some single premium eyepieces.
Etalon Filter Features a 40mm diameter dedicated Hα optical system with 30mm internal etalon primary blocking filter and incorporated focuser, bandpass fine adjustment controls and built-in solar viewfinder. The scope has a 400mm focal length, f/10 focal ratio, with 20mm eyepiece.
Coronado PST 0.5 Angstrom The PST 0.5 Angstrom is a highly portable dedicated solar telescope featuring a superior 0.5 Angstrom bandpass for increased surface detail. Study of the solar disk is now within the reach of the amateur astronomer.
Accessories Mounting options include use on a standard photo tripod (scope is threaded for a standard camera 1/4-20 mounting bolt), use of a Coronado Malta table top tripod or the Meade DSM mount with computerized AudioStar and GOTO technology. A custom hard case is available separately. The Meade DSM mount and Malta tripod as shown in the image need to be purchased separately and are not included with the PST.
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length / Ratio Hydrogen-alpha bandpass Eyepiece
PST
PST & Hard Case
PST 0.5 Angstrom
PST 40mm 400mm (f/10)
PSTCP 40mm 400mm (f/10)
0.5PST 40mm 400mm (f/10)
1 Angstrom 20mm
1 Angstrom 20mm
0.5 Angstrom 20mm
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Coronado® SolarMax II Series Solar Observation at its Finest The revolutionary RichView™ tuning method, built into every new Coronado SolarMax II brings solar viewing to a new level. Now you can zero in on the most precise wavelength of light for each area on either side of the hydrogen-alpha (Hα) band for the highest contrast views of active regions, flares, filaments and other surface features - or quickly retune for spectacular images of prominences on the solar limb. No other commercially available Hα telescope provides the tuning range and accuracy of the SolarMax II.
Choice of Blocking Filter Coronado by Meade SolarMax II 60mm Solar Telescope with RichView system is available in three configurations of blocking filter: 5mm, 10mm and 15mm. The SolarMax II 90mm Solar Telescope with RichView system is available in two configurations of blocking filter: 15mm and 30mm. All SolarMax II models feature sub 0.7 angstrom bandwidth filtering for observation of surface detail and prominences on the Sun in hydrogen-alpha (Hα) light.
Double Stacking Etalon Units The double stacked units excel at observation of solar surface detail with a 0.5 angstrom bandpass, featuring two H-alpha etalon filters, both internal.
SolarMax II 60 Series SolarMax II 60 BF5
SolarMax II 60 BF10
SolarMax II 60 BF15
SolarMax II SolarMax II SolarMax II 60 BF5 60 F10 60 BF15 Double Stack Double Stack Double Stack
Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length
SMT60-5 60mm 400mm
SMT60-10 60mm 400mm
SMT60-15 60mm 400mm
SMT60DS-5 60mm 400mm
SMT60DS-10 60mm 400mm
SMT60DS-15 60mm 400mm
Hydrogen-alpha Cemax Eyepiece
0.7 Ang. 25mm
0.7 Ang. 25mm
0.7 Ang. 25mm
0.5 Ang. 25mm
0.5 Ang. 25mm
0.5 Ang. 25mm
SolarMax II 90 Series SolarMax II 90 BF15 SolarMax II 90 BF30 SolarMax II 90 BF15 SolarMax II 90 BF30 Double Stack Double Stack Product Code Clear Aperture Focal Length Hydrogen-alpha Cemax Eyepiece
SMT90-15 90mm 800mm
SMT90-30 90mm 800mm
SMT90-15 90mm 800mm
SMT90DS-30 90mm 800mm
0.7 Ang. 25mm
0.7 Ang. 25mm
0.5 Ang. 25mm
0.5 Ang. 25mm
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Coronado® Accessories Coronado Eyepieces Coronado CEMAX specialty eyepieces and barlow for use with Coronado H-alpha Solar Telescopes and filters. These contrast enhanced eyepieces are specifically designed for use at H-alpha (Ha) wavelengths and use optimized coatings to enhance contrast and minimize glare while affording excellent contrast. Available separately or as a set consisting of 12mm, 18mm and 25mm focal length eyepieces, matching 2X Barlow lens and hard case. The eyepieces all feature a generous 20mm eye relief, 52° field of view, and rubber eye guard for comfort. Coronado Eyepiece and Barlow
Coronado Set
Product Code Focal Length Apparent Fileld of View
CE12 12mm 52o
CE18 18mm 52o
CE25 25mm 52o
BAR -
CEP 12/18/25mm -
Eye relief Magnifying Power Nosepiece Size
20mm 1.25”
20mm 1.25”
20mm 1.25”
2x 1.25”
2x -
-
-
-
-
included
Hard Case
CAUTION:
These eyepieces are NOT filters in any way, and for Solar observing must be used in conjunction with an appropriate Coronado Ha Solar Telescope or telescope with a Coronado Solar filter set appropriately and safely mounted.
Coronado Etalons and Blocking Filters Coronado by Meade SolarMax II Solar Filter sets with RichView tuning system consist of a 40mm, 60mm or 90mm diameter primary H-Alpha etalon filter with sub 0.7 Angstrom bandwidth and 5mm, 10mm, 15mm or 30mm Blocking Filter. The patented RichView tuning assembly allows direct tuning of the primary filter etalon. No other commercially available Ha telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the SolarMax II. Etalon 40 Etalon 60 Etalon 90 Product Code Aperture Blocking Filter H-alpha
SME-40 40mm 0.7 Ang.
SME-60 60mm 0.7 Ang.
SME-90 90mm 0.7 Ang.
Blocking Blocking Blocking Blocking Filter BAF5 Filter BAF10 Filter BAF15 Filter BAF30 BF5 diagonal -
BF10 diagonal -
BF15 diagonal -
BF30 straight -
Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of active regions, filaments and surface detail, or quickly and easily re-tune for prominences on the solar limb. A second etalon can be attached directly in the front of a SolarMax II or PST telescope of the same aperture to further increase contrast and image detail.
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WildernessTM Spotting Scopes Weatherproof, High Quality Spotting Scopes for the Outdoors With quality optics and a rugged design, the Wilderness Spotting Scopes are made for the outdoors. Available in 65, 80 and 100mm lens sizes. They are waterproof, with sliding lens shades to improve contrast and variable zoom. Camera adapter and carrying bag included!
Wilderness
65mm, 80mm, 100mm aperture high index BaK-4 prisms high-quality, precision ground lenses fully multicoated with anti-reflection coatings sliding sunshade to further reduce glare. rugged rubber armour covering protects your Wilderness spotting scope waterproof, fog-proof, and nitrogen purged to ensure many years of performance zoom eyepiece included come with soft case and camera adapter (requires T-Mount, not included). Ready to attach to any standard 1/4-20 photographic tripod.
Wilderness 65
Wilderness 80
Wilderness 100
Product Code Clear Aperture
126000 65mm
126001 80mm
126002
ZOOM eyepiece Coatings Carry bag
15x – 45x fully-multicoated yes
20x – 60x fully-multicoated yes
20x – 60x fully-multicoated Yes
Tripod adapter
1/4" photographic
1/4" photographic
1/4" photographic
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TravelViewTM Binoculars Durable Binoculars for the Outdoors Meade superior quality, roof prism binoculars that deliver years of use. Coated BaK-7 prisms provide bright, detailed images. All TravelView binoculars Include padded case, neck strap and cleaning cloth.
TravelView
8x25
10x25
7x50
10x50
TravelView 8x25
TravelView 10x25
TravelView 7x50
TravelView 10x50
125000 25mm 8o 8x Coated BAK-7
125001 25mm 5.7o 10x Coated BAK-7
125002 50mm 7o 7x Coated BAK-7
125003 50mm 5.8o 10x Coated BAK-7
Product Code Clear Aperture Fileld of View Magnification Optics Prisms
WildernessTM Binoculars High-quality, Waterproof Binoculars for the Outdoors These high-quality, roof prism binoculars with multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms provide bright, detailed, highresolution images. All Wilderness binoculars are waterproof, nitrogen purged and feature rugged rubber armoured construction for protection against the elements. They Include a padded case, neck strap and cleaning cloth.
Wilderness
8x25
Product Code Clear Aperture Fileld of View Magnification Optics Prisms
10x25
8x32
10x32
8x42
10x42
Mirage 8x25
Mirage 10x25
Mirage 8x32
Mirage 10x32
Mirage 8x42
Mirage 10x42
125020 25mm 8.2o 8x Multi-coated BAK-4
125021 32mm 6.3o 10x Multi-coated BAK-4
125022 32mm 6.8o 8x Multi-coated BAK-4
125023 32mm 5.6o 10x Multi-coated BAK-4
125024 42mm 6.8o 8x Multi-coated BAK-4
125025 42mm 5.6o 10x Multi-coated BAK-4
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RainforestTM Pro Binoculars Premium-quality Binoculars Professional grade binoculars with fully multi-coated optics (FMC) and phase coatings provide bright, detailed, highresolution images. Fog-proof with BaK4 roof prisms. Waterproof, nitrogen purged, rugged rubber armoured construction protects against the elements and provides a sure grip. Includes nylon soft pouch, carry strap and lens cleaning cloth.
Rainforest
8x32
Product Code Clear Aperture Fileld of View Magnification Optics Prisms
10x32
8x42
10x42
Rainforest 8x32
Rainforest 10x32
Rainforest 8x42
Rainforest 10x42
125040 32mm 8.1o 8x FMC phase coatings BAK-4
125041 32mm 6.5o 10x FMC phase coatings BAK-4
125042 42mm 7.5o 8x FMC phase coatings BAK-4
125043 42mm 6.3o 10x FMC phase coatings BAK-4
Astro Binocular High-performance Large Diameter Binoculars Meade's 15x70 Astro Binocular provides sharp and bright viewing with high resolution. This high performance, large diameter binocular features 70mm fully multi-coated optics (FMC). Built-in with convenient centre focus mechanism, flip-up rubber eyecups and a porro prism design with BaK4 prisms. Meade's 15x70 AstroBinocular delivers both comfort and superior light transmission. Suitable for terrestrial and astronomical viewing, it's powerful light gathering ability make it the perfect addition to an astronomer’s stargazing equipment. Astro Binocular Product Code Clear Aperture Fileld of View Magnification Optics Prisms
125080 70mm 4.4o 15x Fully multi-coated (FMC) BAK-4
Eye relief
18mm
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Series 4000 Super Plossl Eyepieces The Meade Series 4000 Super Plössl eyepieces offer precision engineered Meade optics, with wide fields, sharp images, and very satisfying views at very reasonable cost. They feature fold down rubber eye guards for comfortable viewing as well as for blocking stray light. Utilizing the very latest in optical glass types, the Series 4000 eyepieces represent an excellent general-purpose eyepiece. Engineered with a high quality 4-element design and offering a generous apparent fields of view, the eyepieces use premium grade optical glass with multi-layer coatings (MC) and blackened lens edges for great image sharpness and contrast. These eyepieces are parfocal with other eyepieces of this series to minimize the need to refocus when switching eyepieces.
Series 4000 Super Plössl Eyepieces Product Code 07170-02 07171-02 07172-02 07173-02 07174-02 07175-02 07176-02 07178-02 Focal Length 6.4mm 9.7mm 12.4mm 15mm 26mm 32mm 40mm 56mm o o o o o o o Apparent Fileld of View 52 52 52 52 52 52 52 52o Optical Coatings MC MC MC MC MC MC MC MC Eye relief 2mm 5mm 7mm 9mm 18mm 20mm 30mm tba Nosepiece Size
1.25”
1.25”
1.25”
1.25”
1.25”
1.25”
1.25”
Series 4000 Eyepieces & Eyepiece & Filter Kit Includes five Meade Series 4000 Plossl Eyepieces in focal lengths of 6mm, 9mm, 13mm, 18mm, and 32mm. All eyepieces feature a standard 1.25" barrel size, with a 52° field of view and are of a 4-element design with premium optical glass. All additionally feature fully-coated optics for great contrast and light transmission. Each also features has a soft rubber eye guard for comfort. This complete kit also includes a Meade 2x Barlow lens to double the power of any of the included (or any other 1.25") eyepieces. In addition, this kit contains six colour filters: Light Red, Dark Yellow, Light Yellow, Dark Blue, Light Blue, Green ad a Series 4000 ND96 Moon Filter to reduce glare and increase clarity when observing the Moon. All items come in a hard carrying case to keep them all clean and organized. Product Code: 607001
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2”
Series 5000 HD-60 Eyepieces The Meade Series 5000 eyepiece series offers a large 60° apparent field of view and a flat field of view which is tack sharp right to the edge. This design provides generous eye reliefs for viewing comfort while simultaneously delivering a 40% improvement in corrections for chromatic aberration and edge distortions over traditional Plössls. Specifications of this advanced design include a six element, super fully multi-coated (SFMC) optical design with premium-grade and exotic optical glass for the best possible performance and image brightness and blackened lens edges for enhanced contrast. All eyepieces feature a precision manufactured 1.25" barrel, and an adjustable twist-up rubber eye-guard for comfort and blocking stray light. Series 5000 HD-60 Eyepieces Product Code
07730
07731
07732
07733
07734
07735
Focal Length Apparent Fileld of View Optical Coatings Eye relief Optical elements Nosepiece Size
4.5mm 60o SFMC 19mm 6 1.25”
6.5mm 60o SFMC 16.8mm 6 1.25”
9mm 60o SFMC 20.9mm 6 1.25”
12mm 60o SFMC 19.6mm 6 1.25”
18mm 60o SFMC 20.6mm 6 1.25”
25mm 60o SFMC 18.5mm 6 1.25”
Series 5000 HD-60 Eyepiece Kit Complete set of all six Meade HD-60 eyepieces, with carry case. The latest advancement in the Meade Series 5000 eyepiece series offers a large 60° apparent field of view and a flat field of view which is tack sharp right to the edge. This design provides between 16.8mm and 20.9mm of eye relief while simultaneously delivering a 40% improvement in corrections for chromatic aberration and edge distortions over traditional Plössls. Specifications of this advanced design include a six element, super fully multi-coated optical design with premium-grade and exotic optical and blackened lens edges for enhanced contrast. The HD-60 Eyepiece Kit consists of six eyepieces (4.5mm, 6.5mm, 9mm, 12mm, 18mm and 25mm) and hard case. Product Code: 07736
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Series 5000 Mega Wide Angle Eyepieces The 100 degree apparent field of view MWA eyepieces currently are Meade’s widest angle eyepieces. The Series 5000 Nega Wide Angle Eyepieces offer sharp, pin-point images from the centre all the way to the edge of their 100 Degree Apparent Field of View. These eyepieces offer revolutionary new advances in resolution, image correction and eye relief at highly competitive prices.
These long relief parfocal Mega Wide Angle Series 5000 Eyepieces use 7 to 9 optical elements, all lenses are Fully Multi-Coated (FMC) with blackened edges for maximum contrast. Series 5000 Mega Wide Angle Eyepieces Product Code Focal Length Apparent Fileld of View Optical Coatings Eye relief Optical elements Nosepiece Size
607015 5mm 100o FMC 13mm 9 1.25”
607016 10mm 100o FMC 19.7mm 8 1.25”
607017 15mm 100o FMC 15mm 8 2”
Series 5000 2" Enhanced Mirror Diagonal Recommended for use with Meade LightSwitch, LX90, LX200, LX600 and LX850 telescopes, and Series 5000 apochromatic refractors. Features an incredible 99% reflectivity over the visual spectrum. The high precision optics are manufactured with thermally stable genuine Pyrex® glass and include enhanced dielectric coatings for maximum light transmission. Interferometer-tested for great performance. Includes a 1.25" eyepiece adapter and features a compression ring to safely secure eyepieces. Includes Schmidt-Cassegrain to 2" Adapter, and 2” nosepiece. Product Code: 07680
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607018 21mm 100o FMC 20mm 7 2”
Power Supplies and Accessories LXPS Rechargeable Power Supplies The LXPS Rechargeable Portable Power Supplies power your telescope and electronic devices while in the field. Connect your equipment using the two 12V cigarette lighter ports, two USB ports, or through the positive/negative terminals on the back. The LXPS include a built-in circuit breaker and fused circuit to protect your valuable equipment. With USA and international type AC adapter plugs, you’ll be able to recharge the LXPS both in the field and overseas. The Meade LXPS also include an adjustable super bright 30 LED spotlight and white flashlight with red filter attachment, perfect for setting up and tearing down in the dark. With 7 and 17 amp-hours, the LXPS are essential to compliment any observing session. The LXPS Power Supplies are compatible with the following Meade products:
Max Mount Series LX850 Series LX600 Series LX400 Series (RCX Series) LX200 Series LX90 Series
LS Series LT Series LX80 Series LXD75 Series
ETX Series (12VDC versions with power connector on control panel)
LXPS Rechargeable Power Supplies Product Code Power Capacity Buit-in Radio
606001 7Ah -
606002 17Ah yes
LXPS Rechargeable Power Supplies The Meade Universal AC Adapter plugs into the mains outlet and connects to the 12V input jack on the telescope's control panel. Compatible with most Meade models including LS-6 and LS-8, LT models, ETX-125, all LXD-75 models, all LX90 models, all LX200GPS and ACF models up to 14" diameter, all RCX400/LX400 models, and additional models which have a 12V "phono" type power input jack. Please consult owners’ manual for compatibility. Not compatible with current ETX-90, StarNavigator, or DS-2000 telescopes. Product Code: 07584
Meade #607 DC Power Cord w/Cigarette Lighter Adapter The Meade #607 DC Power Cord w/Cigarette Lighter Adapter lets you power most Meade models from a car cigarette lighter style power socket. Works with Meade ETX90, ETX-125, LXD-75, LS and LT models, LX90 models, LX200GPS and ACF models up to 14" diameter, all RCX/LX400 models, and other models which have a 12V "phono" type power input jack. Note: not compatible with DS-2000 series telescopes, 18 volt LX200 "Classic models, or 16" LX200 which require 18 volts. Total cable length 7.6m (25 foot). Product Code: 07043
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LPI-G Dual Purpose Camera Introducing the LPI-G Lunar, Planetary Imager and Guider, the camera that has been made for auto-guiding and astrophotography. With our Solar System imaging and guide camera, experience the universe on a whole new level. Lightweight and portable, LPI-G comes in either Colour or Monochrome, and a 1280 x 960 pixel CMOS sensor with the ability of capturing 28 frames per second at full resolution!
Dual purpose Camera The LPI-G Camera is perfect for those looking to make the jump into astrophotography. As an astrophotography camera, the 1.25" barrel size allows you to use it in place of your eyepiece. You'll be imaging the Moon, planets, and the Sun (with appropriate filters) in no time with the high-performance CMOS image sensor. As a guide camera, the built-in ST4 auto guider port makes for easy connection. The LPI-G is compatible with a number of guiding and image capture programs such as Maxim DL, PHD, and FireCapture. The LPI-G comes with dedicated Meade astronomy software called Sky Capture, which allows you to record and process video, image capture and processing, as well as other features like dark field correction and image stitching.
Product Code Sensor Resolution Pixel size Image Format Shutter Accessories Bundled Software Windows Operting System Other Operating sytems Minimum Memory Requiremnt ASCOM compliance ST-4 Auto-guide Port
LPI-G Colour Camera
LPI-G Monochrome Camera
645001 CMOS – AR130 colour 1.2MP 3.75 x 3.75 microns
645002 CMOS – AR130 monochrome 1.2MP 3.75 x 3.75 microns
JPG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, AVI FITS Electronic Rolling Shutter USB 2.0 , ST-4 cables, 1.25” nosepiece Meade Sky Capture on CD XP 32, Vista/7/8/10 32 & 64 MAC OSX, Linux
JPG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, AVI FITS Electronic Rolling Shutter USB 2.0 , ST-4 cables, 1.25” nosepiece Meade Sky Capture on CD XP 32, Vista/7/8/10 32 & 64 MAC OSX, Linux
2GB yes yes
2GB yes yes
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Stella WI-FI Telescope Control Adapter The adapter that allows you to wirelessly control your telescope. When paired with our Android and iOS app, StellaAccess, you can wirelessly control your computerized telescope with your smart phone or tablet. Creating its own Wi-Fi network or joining other Wi-Fi networks, the Stella adapter communicates and aids in controlling your scope to making observing a breeze! With StellaAccess, you now have a graphical interface for navigating the night sky. With this new adapter, gone are the days of handset limitations; now you have a full featured planetarium with 2.5 million objects at your fingertips that works in conjunction with your telescope! Designed by Simulation Curriculum for Meade computer-controlled GoTo telescopes, Stella uses the WiFi capabilities built into your Mac, PC, iOS or Android device to point your telescope in the sky. No Internet connection is required for Stella to work properly! Unlike Bluetooth, Stella requires no pairing and no special drivers. Supporting a DHCP server or client, Stella can enable your telescope to be remotely controlled. All you need is a WiFi enabled device like a laptop or desktop computer, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch or Android device. Stella creates its own 802.11 wireless network. By default, this is an open wireless network called "Stella", but you can rename and secure as you wish. Once you join this Wi-Fi network from any of your qualified devices, connect to your telescope using StellaAccess and you're ready to control your telescope from your smart phone or tablet. As long as your device gets its IP address by DHCP, no additional network configuration is required.
Apps & Software To complete your Stella experience, you'll download and use our telescope control application, StellaAccess onto your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch or Android device. The Stella WiFi adapter works seamlessly with StellaAccess app as well as the SkySafari software. In addition to controlling your telescope, StellaAccess is a fully loaded astronomy database with over 2.5 million objects. StellaAccess gives you a graphical interface to help you explore the night sky, and can be used to control your GoTo telescope. With other features such as sky simulations, encyclopedic descriptions of celetial objects, and compass/gyro support, you'll have one of the most advanced planetarium apps available. Firmware is upgradable via your computer.
Compatible Telescopes Stella can wirelessly enable almost any telescope with a standard USB or RS-232 serial interface. Models that have been tested and are known to work with Stella include:
Meade LX200 Classic / GPS / ACF Meade LX400 Meade LX600 / 850 Meade LS / LT Meade ETX (with #497 or AudioStar Controller)
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Meade LXD 55 / 75 / 650 / 750 Meade LX 80 / 90 Meade Magellan I Meade Magellan II
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LX200 ACF Series LX90 ACF Series LX600 StarLock LX850 StarLock Coronado Solar LS LightSwitch StarNavigator Sports Optics ETX Series LightBridge Coronado
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