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Explore the night sky effortlessly by docking your smartphone into the telescope's holder and using the StarSense Explorer app, which guides you to celestial objects. The app doesn't require a cell signal, so it's perfect for remote locations. The 102mm lens offers clear views of the moon, planets, and deep-sky objects, while the adjustable tripod and slow-motion controls ensure easy viewing and tracking. Accessories included provide high and low magnifications for immediate use.
With the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ, simply dock your smartphone and launch the StarSense Explorer app to easily explore the night sky. The app uses your phone's camera to identify celestial objects without needing a cell signal.
The telescope's "Lost in Space Algorithm" ensures precise alignment, guiding you to objects of interest. Follow the app's onscreen directions for accurate viewing, even in remote locations.
The 102mm objective lens delivers clear views of the moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. Fully coated optics maximise light transmission for bright, detailed images.
The alt-azimuth mount and adjustable tripod provide stability and ease of use. Dual-axis slow-motion controls allow for smooth tracking of celestial objects.
Includes two eyepieces for varied magnifications and a 90° diagonal for comfortable viewing. The telescope can also be used as a spotting scope, enhancing its versatility.
| Optical Design | Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph |
|---|---|
| Aperture | 152mm (5.98") |
| Focal Length | 335mm (13.18") |
| Focal Ratio | f/2.2 |
| Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT coatings throughout |
| Central Obstruction Diameter | 63mm (2.48") (41% of aperture diameter) |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 474x |
| Image Resolution | 1.48 arcsec/pixel |
| Dovetail | CG-5 Dovetail Bar |
| Filter Drawer | Integrated, accepts 1.25" or 2" astroimaging filters |
| CMOS Image Sensor | Sony IMX178LQJ, color, back-illuminated |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | 8.92mm (0.35") diagonal |
| Pixel Size | 2.4µm x 2.4µm |
| Number of Effective Pixels | 6.44M (3096 x 2080) |
| Field of View | 1.27° x 0.85° |
| Onboard Computer | Raspberry Pi 4 Model B |
|---|---|
| Mount | Computerized GoTo altazimuth mount |
| Dew Prevention | Fully automated heating element integrated into front lens, removable dew shield/lens shade |
| Focus Motor | Autofocus or manual control |
| Cooling Fans | One (1) fan for optics, one (1) fan for electronics, both pull air through vents with wire mesh |
| LED Status Ring | Indicates status "at-a-glance" |
| USB-A | Two (2) on optical tube for accessing raw image files for external processing, one (1) on mount for mobile device charging only |
|---|---|
| Ethernet | One (1) on optical tube |
| Auxiliary Ports | Two (2) on optical tube, four (4) on mount |
| Battery | Integrated LiFePO4, 97.9 Wh, capable of 6+ hours of use |
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| Power Input | 12V DC adapter for charging internal battery or running on external AC power |
| Celestron Origin App | Runs on compatible iOS or Google Play smartphones and tablets |
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| System Requirements | iOS 16 or higher, Android 12 or higher |
| Optical Tube | 609.6mm x 177.8mm (24" x 7") diameter |
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| Mount | 457.2mm x 304.8mm x 254mm (18" x 12" x 10") |
| Tripod (Collapsed) | 330.2mm x 304.8 x 812.8mm (13" x 12" x 32") |
| Assembled System | 609.6mm L x 660.4mm W x 1219.2mm H (24" L x 26" W x 48" H) |
| Optical Tube | 10.6 lb (4.8 kg) |
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| Mount | 17 lb (7.7 kg) |
| Tripod | 14 lb (6.35 kg) |
| Total System | 41.6 lb (18.87 kg) |
