CELESTRON StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Telescope – Works with StarSense app to Help You Find Stars, Planets & More – 130mm Newtonian Reflector – iPhone/Android Compatible
Transform your smartphone into a celestial navigation tool with this innovative telescope that seamlessly integrates technology and stargazing.Ideal for beginners, it removes the intimidation factor by using your phone’s camera and patented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology to pinpoint exact positions in the sky. Within minutes of setting up, you’ll have a personalized guide pointing out planets, nebulae, and clusters with exciting ease. The user-friendly app provides tailored object lists based on your location and time, making exploring the cosmos feel like a guided tour without ever needing to consult a star chart.
Simply dock your smartphone, align it with the telescope’s optics, and let the app do the heavy lifting. Unlike generic astronomy apps that rely on imprecise sensors, this system uses a sophisticated algorithm similar to satellite navigation, ensuring unparalleled accuracy in Object Locating System Accuracy. The high-quality 130mm Newtonian reflector offers impressive light-gathering power,bringing forth stunning details of lunar craters,planetary features,and even faint deep-sky wonders from your backyard.city or dark sky locations alike.
Pros and Cons
Pros: Easy setup, smartphone-compatible,patented LISA tech, real-time calculations, accurate object tracking, user-friendly app, broad compatibility, high-quality optics
Cons: Requires phone alignment, limited to Newtonian design, sensitivity to shining urban sky, may need updates for new devices
| Feature | Details |
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| App Technology | Patented StarSense Sky recognition |
| Device Compatibility | iPhone 6+ / Android 7.1.2+ (2016+) |
| Mount Type | Manual Altazimuth |
| Aperture | 130mm / 5" |
GOSKY Smartphone Adapter mount Large Size - Compatible with Binoculars, Monoculars, Spotting Scopes, Telescope, Microscopes - Fits almost all Smartphones on the Market - Record Nature and The World
Transform your smartphone into a powerful video camera and image capturer, bringing the distant and tiny wonders of the world into sharp focus right on your screen. Whether you're exploring the vastness of the cosmos through a telescope or examining the intricate details of a microscope, this adapter seamlessly integrates your phone with most optical devices, making nature exploration more accessible than ever. Say goodbye to the cumbersome, unreliable phone adapters of the past—this new generation adapter offers a secure, adjustable fit for eyepiece diameters between 32mm and 62mm, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices like binoculars, telescopes, and spotting scopes. The global design fits smartphones from iPhone 6 Plus to Samsung Note系列的, while the adjustable clamping force and high-density EVA padding protect your phone's screen during use. Simply mount it on any standard tripod and start capturing the beauty of the world with ease.
Tired of intricate phone adapters that require反复拧螺丝 and constant adjustments? This adapter streamlines the process with its intuitive design—just slide your phone into place, secure it with the steel bolt locking mechanism, and you're ready to go. The main body is crafted from durable aluminum, while the phone clamp uses high-strength PA plastic for a reliable grip. At just 1.4"x3.2"x6.2" and weighing only 6.2oz, it’s both compact and lightweight, making it perfect for field use.With compatibility for most smartphones on the market and a range of fitting options,this adapter is more than just a tool—it’s an invitation to see and capture the world in a whole new light.
Pros
Versatile compatibility with binoculars, telescopes, microscopes, and more
Secure fit for eyepiece diameters 32mm-62mm
Wide smartphone compatibility from iPhone 6 Plus to Samsung Note series and beyond
sleek and lightweight design for easy portability
Adjustable clamping force for optimal phone protection
Durable construction with aluminum and PA plastic materials
Cons
Not compatible with all eyepiece sizes ( убедитесь что ваш подходит)
Initial setup may require slight adjustments for perfect alignment
Phone overheating possible with extended use on high-resolution devices
| Compatibility | Binoculars, telescopes, microscopes, spotting scopes |
|---|---|
| Eyepiece Size | 32mm-62mm |
| Smartphone Fit | 54-90mm (Most popular models) |
| Material | Aluminum, PA Plastic |
| Weight | 6.2oz |
Astromania Dovetail Mounting Base with 4 Holes for M4 Screws
This versatile mounting base seamlessly attaches to a variety of telescope tubes, from refractors to Dobsonian reflectors, offering a stable platform for enhancing your stargazing setup. With its die-cast metal construction and large thumbscrew lock, the base ensures secure placement while the included M4 screws provide reliable attachment to your telescope tube. The matte black finish not only complements any telescope but also offers durability through a high-strength aluminum body with anodizing for enhanced longevity. Whether you're adding a finder scope, laser pointer bracket, or reflex sight bracket, this base simplifies the process with its easily removable knurled thumbscrews—even when wearing gloves.
Designed for convenience, the base features precise drilling to accommodate screws up to 4mm in diameter, with a center-to-center spacing of 20mm required for compatibility. Its well-thought-out groove design ensures optimal stability when mounting aiming devices, while the lightweight aluminum construction makes it easy to transport. Ideal for custom installations, this base is a practical solution for astronomers seeking to expand their telescope's functionality with additional aiming tools. It’s tailored for telescopes without the wider screw hole spacing required by Schmidt-Cassegrain models, making it a reliable choice for most amateur astronomers.
| Material | High-strength aluminum with anodizing |
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| Compatibility | Refractors, reflectors, Dobsonian reflectors (not SCTs) |
| Mounting Fit | 20mm center-to-center screw hole spacing |
| Package Contents | 1 Dovetail base, 1 knurled thumbscrew, 2 M4 screws |
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Astromania Dovetail Mounting Base with 4 Holes for M4 Screws
Compatible with various telescope tubes, featuring easy installation and a durable aluminum design.
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