Meade ETX 80
ETX 80 Details
As well as the ETX Premier Edition range, Meade also produce the ETX-80 AT-TC Go To Computer Telescope. Although the little brother of the Premier Editon range this 80 mm telescope will still enable the user to view the moon and planets in detail.
The ETX 80 sports Meade's AutoStar computer enabling the user to find any night sky object easily once the telescope has been aligned. The AutoStar computer holds over 1400 objects in its database such as galaxies and nebulas and well as planets and stars.
Prices
$279 at Scientifics
$259 at BuyDig
$299 at telescopes.com
- Details
- Specs
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- Built-in Barlow lens
- Internal Time Chip
- Bubble-level/Compass
- Two premium 4-element 1.25" Super Plössl eyepieces (SP9.7mm, SP26mm)
- AutoStar Suite Astronomer Software on DVD
| Specifications | ETX-80 AT-TC |
|---|---|
| Optical Design | Achromatic Refractor |
| Clear Aperture | 80mm (3.15") |
| Focal Length Focal Ratio | 400mm f/5 |
| Maximum Practical Visual Power | 275X |
| Optical Tube Dimensions (dia. x length) | 3.6" x 14.5" |
| Eyepiece(s) | Super Plössl 9.7mm and 26mm |
| Barlow Lens | Built-in flip Barlow |
| Telescope Mounting | Fork type; double tine |
| RA and Dec. Motor Drive Systems | 12V DC servo motors w/encoders |
| Slow-Motion Controls | Electric, 9-speed; both axes |
| Batteries (user-supplied) | 6 x AA |
| Battery Life (approx.) | 20 hrs. |
| Price | $299 |
An independant review of the Meade ETX 80 at Cloudy Nights
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