Computerized Telescope
What would be a good telescope under $1000, Aussie dollars?
Well, l'm just wondering because last one l had didn't even work. it was $100. would it be those computerized or normal telescope?
Hows to check out some of the links below for resources that might be close to where you live.
Finding a club or organization is a huge help. If possible, try before you buy. This where a club pays for its self, you can see (and use) what other folks use and learn from their mistakes. Then you can make a better and informed choice for your own needs.
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iOptron LiveStar Mini Planetarium for Telescopes
List Price: $149.99
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Description
With the LiveStarTM Mini Planetarium from iOptron you and your family can experience the excitement of going to a planetarium right from inside your own home! The LiveStarTM Mini Planetarium projects the night sky right onto the ceiling and walls allowing you to explore the stars indoors...
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Orion IntelliScope to PC RS-232 Connector Cable
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Description
This cable connects the IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator to a serial port on your personal computer, allowing the use of astronomy software such as Starry Night Pro or TheSky6 Professional Edition to control the IntelliScope.
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Celestron 18778 AC Adapter for Computerized Telescopes
List Price: $29.95
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Description
This 2.5 amp Universal AC Adapter is compatible with all Celestron computerized telescopes. Includes a two year warranty. Compatible with all Celestron Nexstar i, Celestron Nexstar GPS Telescopes also compatible with Celestar 8, Ultima 2000, CI700, CG Telescopes
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Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope
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Description
If you're looking for an affordable entry-level telescope for that beginning astronomy enthusiast, our SpaceProbe 3 Altaz is the perfect choice. Great for all-around stargazing, this highly portable, uncomplicated scope is just the right size and weight for the entire family, and just the right price for parents...
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Digital Blue QX5 Digial Microscope
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Get children to play the smart way with the Digital Blue series QX5 USB Computer Microscope. The QX5 magnifies anything from 10x all the way to 200x, and kids can use this microscope to view their favorite goodies - ants, bees wings, their school lunch...
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Orion SkyQuest XT8i IntelliScope Dobsonian Telescope
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Description
Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
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GPS Receiver for Orion GoTo Telescope Mounts
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This GPS receiver downloads precise location and time/date information to the GoTo computer on Atlas EQ-G, Sirius EQ-G, and SkyView Pro GoTo hand controllers, so you don't have to. It uses satellite global positioning data to make inputting accurate geographical location and time a breeze...
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How to Use a Computerized Telescope: Practical Amateur Astronomy Volume 1
List Price: $54.00
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How to Use a Computerized Telescope describes how to get a computerized telescope up-and-running, and how to embark on a program of observation. Michael Covington explains in detail how the sky moves, how a telescope tracks it, and how to get the most out of any computerized telescope...
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Go-To Telescopes Under Suburban Skies (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
List Price: $34.95
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Description
Go-To Telescopes Under Suburban Skies is the first book specifically written for amateur astronomers who own, or who are about to purchase, a computer-controlled âgo-toâ telescope. The advantage of the âgo-toâ capability is enormous â the telescope can be aimed at any object in the sky with great speed and accuracy â which is why these instruments are so popular...
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Starry Night Pro 5.0 Astronomy Software Win/Mac
List Price: $149.99
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Description
Put more power and knowledge in your hands than even the world's most pre-eminent astronomers had just a few years ago with Starry Night Pro 5.0. Now you can see how the sky over your house looks right now, or use it to see how the sky will look tonight, tomorrow or far into the past or future...
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Starry Night AstroPhoto Suite - Windows
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Description
Share your passion for astronomy with others by capturing beautiful astrophotographs. Starry Night AstroPhoto Suite will help you every step of the way, from identifying objects to controlling your computerized telescope and imaging equipment to capturing and processing images...
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Starry Night Pro Plus 6.3 Astronomy Software
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Description
Starry Night Pro Plus 6.3 Astronomy Software contains an AllSky CCD mosaic of the entire sky, to magnitude of 14-15.Create your own astrophotography using the new plug-in to MaxIm DL/ CCD imaging software...
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Celestron 52268 C90 Mak Spotting scope (Black)
List Price: $318.95
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Description
Celestron’s 52268 90mm Maksutov Spotting Scope delivers excellent high power optics in a compact, affordable package. The 52268 package includes a backpack style soft carrying case, an 8x21 erect image finder scope, a 1...
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Celestron C5 Spotter 5 127mm Spotting Scope Schmidt-Cassegrain 52291
List Price: $838.95
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Description
Celestron's C5 Spotting Scope is a 5 (127mm) aperture, 1250 mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system. Its optical excellence is the reason it was chosen by NASA for many space shuttle missions. The C5 spotting scope is an ideal choice for the serious bird watcher, nature lover or anyone who enjoys beautiful views -either from your home or in the field...
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Bushnell Northstar 300 x 90mm Motorized Telescope w/ Real Voice Output
List Price: $650.95
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Description
The NorthStar Telescope from Bushnell makes it possible for amateur astronomers to identify, locate, and track celestial objects with simple, push-button control. Combining high-quality optics with computer-driven location technology and a built-in database of 20,000 celestial objects, the NorthStar unveils the mysteries of the night sky...
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Computerized telescope for 700 pounds - 1200?
I have had a 8 inch dob for nearly a year now, its fantastic, the only down size is that i don't see alot of stuff. I have a great eyepiece and i am very happy with it
But im looking to invest in a computerized scope where it finds objects for you. Now please could you tell me what to expect
I'm hoping that it will be better than my 8 inch dob because that was £250 pounds, Im hoping for some links and recommendations
For the price you're looking at, you have several options.
If you like the ease and large aperture of a dobsonian, you could get a 12'' or even 14'' dobsonian with intelliscope 'Push-To'' system. Wouldn't drive the scope to the objects you want, but lord! would you ever have some nice viewing.
If you want the scope to drive itself, perhaps even giving you a 'tour' of the sky, you might consider the Meade LX series - an 8'' LX 90 will be near the upper end of your price range.
