Meade's world famous ETX. The Meade ETX-125 AT
(f/15) Maksutov-Cassegrain w/UHTC offers optical quality that has made
it a standard in the industry, Meade's best optical coatings, an
advanced Meade 497 GOTO computer handbox and an easy to use red dot
viewfinder along with a solid mount and tripod. If you are in looking
for a high quality portable scope absolutely loaded with features and
performance you need look no further. Includes instructional DVD.
The Meade ETX-125 AT telescope features an advanced
Maksutov-Cassegrain design for pinpoint star images and extraordinary
contrast, making it a great deep sky performer and ideal for detailed
lunar and planetary observation as it easily soars to high
magnifications. This 125mm (5.0") model has a focal length of 1900mm,
f/15, with Meade's best Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC).
Electronics include the Meade #497 AutoStar keypad with over 30,000
object library, periodic error correction, and easy to use red dot
viewfinder with adjustable brightness control. The Autostar may be
linked to a PC using an optionally available software and cable
connector set, allowing the telescope to be controlled via a laptop or
other PC. The telescope is conveniently internally powered by 8
(user-supplied) AA batteries which will run it for approximately 20
hours under normal usage. An AC adapter is also available for separate
purchase.
Standard equipment includes a Meade 884 field tripod, Meade Meade
26mm Series 4000 1.25" Super Plössl eyepiece (73X), and Meade AutoStar
Suite Astronomer Edition Software and Instructional DVD. The very stable
tripod features chrome plated tubular steel legs and for the
astrophotographer conveniently has a built in wedge which can be used
for polar alignment of the telescope. The included software will help
you locate objects in the night sky, print star maps, and learn more
about the use and uses of your new telescope.
A telescope is only as good as its mount and this mechanically
sophisticated model includes an extremely rigid dual aluminum fork
substructure with high impact ABS shell. The similarly advanced optical
tube design incorporates a unique flip mirror mechanism, allowing light
to either go to the comfortable 90 degree observing position of the
eyepiece or the built in camera attachment port at the rear of the tube.
Optional adapters are available for many popular camera models.
Telescope weight including tripod is a mere 16 pounds and an aluminum
carry case is available separately to enhance its outstanding
portability. Meade ETX- world class performance in a very portable
scope.
Product is covered by Meade one year limited factory warranty.