WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies...
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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...
This tried-and-true refractor goes the extra distance in introducing the novice to the wonders of the night sky. The Observer 70 features a 70mm fully anti-reflection coated achromatic objective lens, which provides 36% more light-gathering ability than a 60mm...
This book represents Volume II of the Proceedings of the UN/ESA/NASA Workshop on the International Heliophysical Year 2007 and Basic Space Science, hosted by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Tokyo, 18 - 22 June, 2007...
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Great for stadium sports as well as hunting, the Bushnell Falcon is the standard in a wide-angle binocular. The durable design and finish allow for use in harsh conditions and rugged terrain. Coated lenses are helpful to keep fog out of vision and fold-down eyecups protect eyeglass lenses from scratching...
Barska 300x Starwatcher Refractor Telescope for aspiring astronomers... SAVINGS PRICED! Everything you need to get your start in astronomy! The Barska 300x Starwatcher Refractor Telescope is as powerful as it is easy to set up and includes everything necessary to begin the adventure of a lifetime including telescope, finderscope, eyepieces, mount and tripod...
Goto Telescope Goto vs Push to? (Telescope Advice)?
I'm saving up for a telescope, I've been asking around, and looking around, and I was wondering how well the tracking holds up on most Goto telescopes?
I'm interested in general observing, and I can get very into what I'm doing, and with my manual scope I've lost what I'm looking at while changing eyepieces and what not.
Most decent "go to" scopes have good tracking capabilities, if all you're worried about is observation. I'm more inclined to spend the extra money for a "smart" scope that can discriminate the small differences between tracking the Sun, tracking planets relative to their sidereal motion, or stars and distant objects, but that is for the sake of astrophotography. Anymore, one can find some awesome software that can "stack" aligned photographs from a CCD camera until the image turns out more the way you want.
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...
This time-saving cooling system features three fans which have been custom designed to fit the Orion XX14g GoTo Dobsonian primary mirror cell. All three small fans work in tandem to help reduce the amount of time needed for the telescope to reach thermal equilibrium with the ambient air temperature of your observing location...
A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability...
The Celestron NexStar 6SE Telescope is a state-of-the-art design that allows you to view incredibly detailed celestial bodies. The patented single-fork arm enables smooth operating within the optical tube...
Take your telescope anywhere with the Celestron(r) Power Tank 12 Volt portable rechargeable power supply for Celestron(r) computerized telescopes. The extra large Power Tank 17 is also useful as an emergency roadside accessory...
Explore the Galaxies far away, or the wildlife in this one, all at the touch of a button, with this fantastically priced, all-inclusive telescope. Now even the most novice of amateur astronomers can locate and explore the planets, asteroids, and comets, as well as nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, and hundreds of other deep-space objects, all at the push of a button with the included Autostar Hand Controller...
Introducing the C6-SGT, the newest member of the Celestron Advanced Series family. Unparalleled performance, unbeaten value! The Advanced C6-SGT models come standard with Celestron's StarBright XLT coatings at no extra cost...
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...
Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market...
Computer-driven 90 mm Maksutov GoTo NorthStar Telescope with remote automatically finds planets and more. SAVE BIG BUCKS! Explore deep space without guesswork! Amateur astronomers can now locate hundreds of deep-space celestial bodies up-close and personal with simple push-button control...
Poor man's GoTo
would you please recommend me a telescope that has a GoTo feature ?
in the range of 450 $ ,
i'd like to see saturn clearly
it's my first but i don't know what's the best
been to telescopes.com and got confused about what to buy ??
For $450 you can get decent optics OR goto, but not both. A telescope which points at things which you can't see is useless, so in this price range I'd recommend putting your money into the telescope's optics rather than its electronics. Saturn is one of the brightest and easiest objects in the sky to find; you simply don't need goto to locate and observe Saturn. Saturn, like all the planets, is very small in size, much smaller than you'd think from the pictures you see of it. To get a view of Saturn which won't disappoint, you need good optics and at least an aperture of 6 inches (150 mm). The only telescopes which will give you this are Newtonian reflectors on manually operated Dobsonian mounts.
Here are a few web pages with good information on beginner's telescopes:
Note that that web site is telescope.com, not telescopes,com. There is a BIG difference between these two sites! Telescope.com is Orion Telescopes, a high quality dealer with their own brand name of telescopes. TelescopeS.com is a mediocre dealer pushing all kinds of junky telesces; I don't recommend them. Don't get the two confused!
Buy from a store which specializes in telescopes and astronomy, either locally or online; don't buy from department stores, discount stores or eBay as mostly what they sell is junk. Find your local astronomy club and try out different telescopes at one of their star parties:
I strongly recommend that beginners steer clear of astrophotography until they have learned their way around the sky. Astrophotography is by far the most expensive and difficult area of amateur astronomy.
Many people who buy telescopes have no idea how to find interesting things to observe. A good introduction to finding things is NightWatch by Terence Dickinson (Firefly). A more advanced book is Star Watch by Phil Harrington (Wiley).
Large Binocular Telescope Science homework question?? Please help!?
I am trying to match together each looking instrument with how well it sees, or the approximate size. Thanks
1 Anything too far away to be seen clearly with the unaided eye
2 Anything the size of a cell or smaller
3 1.0 x 10^-9 (nanometers)
4 anything that will fit under the microscope, usually smaller than one's hand
5 Anything too far away to be seen with unaided eyes or binoculars
6 1.0 x 10^-6 (micrometers)
7 Anything larger than a simple cell
to be matched with:
a. compound light microscope
b. unaided eye
c. binoculars
d. Transmission electron Microscope
e. dissecting microscope
f. scanning electron microscope
g. optical telescope
Even if you don't do them all, any of it would be a great help. THanks!!
well....1.c 2.a 4.f 5.g 7.i think d the others im not sure
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We offer a rugged, soft custom case to fit large reflectors and refractors. It is fully padded on all sides to provide maximum protection of your instrument. Our padded scope cases provide a convenient means for transporting and storing your scope...
Barska 10x40 mm Blueline Close Focus Monocular... Mission NOT impossible! This spy-worthy Monocular brings the action straight to you in a handy compact package. The 40 mm objective lens size drinks in light, so viewing at dawn or dusk isn't a problem...
The Celestron® SkyMaster™ large-aperture binoculars are ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use, especially over long distances. They feature high-quality BAK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast...
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The Large Binocular Telescope - 12hrs Observing....in ONE Minute!
What are the dark lanes in M20? Why are other parts of the nebula bright?
Full Question:
The Trifid Nebula, otherwise known as M20, is a place where new stars are forming. It has been called a "dark night revelation, even in modest apertures." An 8 to 10 inch telescope is needed to see the triple-lobed structure of the nebula. Ordinary binoculars reveal the Trifid as a hazy patch located in the constellation Sagittarius. This nebula is set against the richest part of the Milky Way, the edgewise projection of our own Galaxy around the sky. It is one of many wonders in this region of the heavens. What are the dark lanes in M20? Why are other parts of the nebula bright? There have been reports of large-scale changes occurring in this nebula in the last century and a half. The reports are based on old drawings, which show M20 looking slightly different from how it appears today. Do you think it possible for a cloud in space to undergo a change in appearance on a time scale of years, decades, or centuries?
The dark lanes are clouds of dust and gas blocking the light. The rest of the nebula is bright due to hydrogen emission (the red areas) and UV reflection (the blue areas).
Nebula are clouds and they are in motion, just like everything else in the universe. So of course they can change shape over time. The reason we don't see these changes is that objects in space are so large and so far away that it takes a long time for us to detect changes.
I'm a beginner in astronomy so i've bought a set of 20x60 binoculars..but apparently i'm having a 'shaking problem' when viewing the night sky..the store has agreed to exchange it for a pair of 10x50 (which, according to a lot of reviews i've been reading, is quite good for beginners)..but i'm a bit confused..since i'm getting double the power shouldn't i just get a tripod ? or should i exchange ??
Also, with which one will i be able to view more celestial objects ?
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WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies...
Binoculars come in a wide range of shapes and sizes these days, and an even wider range of prices. It's easy to spend less than $100 or more than $500 for what may appear to be, at least outwardly, comparable models...
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Celestron's 52201 Electric Zoom Spotting Scope is unique in that it features an electric zoom so you can quickly and quietly change the power from 7x to 21x. Used for birdwatching, hunting and marksmen, for surveillance, and for any other application that requires more magnification than a pair of binoculars...
This book contains everything an astronomer needs to know about binocular observing. The book takes an in-depth look at the instruments themselves. It has sections on evaluating and buying binoculars and binocular telescopes, their care, mounting, and accessories...
An excellent introduction to observational astronomy for beginners of any age. Award winner from the New York Academy of sciences Children's Science Book Award. Although not originally intended for children, the subject matter is clearly presented for readers of any age...
Red Strobes for tripod
Amateur astronomy - Buying binoculars?
I've been interested in astronomy for a while now and I'm finally thinking about purchasing my first pair of binoculars to learn my way around the night sky.
From what I've read it looks like Celestron might be a good choice but I'm not sure which one to get, the 10x50mm one or the 15x70mm.
Also, any idea on how much the tripod for the 15x70 cost? Do other tripods work or just the ones made by celestron work?
Thank you!
I have these under the tree,and can hardly wait to get them in my hands-
Telescope Mount Need some help on a telescope mount?
Im looking to dabble in some astro-photography and would like some opinions on mounts.It will need to carry a 6" reflector at 12lbs. Camera Canon EOS Rebel 1lbs.I have been looking at this mount from Orion-
Wold love to hear some input on these.Also any other suggestions will be welcome
Thanks mush
My usual suggestion for selecting a GEM is get something that can handle about 2x the weight of anything your going to bolt to it. This not only gives you more mass for stability, but also, you can keep it longer if you decide to get any heavier optics.
The Orion Skypro fits that bill quite well. Only the EQ-G and the Celestron CGEM would be better.
I used to own the iOptron minicube. While it is a nice system, the "Pro" model (as I understand it) doesn't work in EQ mode.
For a nice article on the current "state of the art" in EQ mounts, check out the current issue (Sept./Oct.2010) of "Astronomy Technology Today" magazine -
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This USB cable will help keep your laptop computer at a safe distance from the telescope when it is re-aligning. Recommended for the SmartStar-A-Series, SmartStar E-Series, and SmartStar-PR mount. It allows you to download firmware and database upgrades as well as to control your telescope via a computer.
Some of the worldâ?TMs top astronomers got started with a telescope just like this one â?" and so will you. A quality refracting telescope for land or sky viewing. It's perfect for observing the Moon, planets and land objects like mountains, trees and wildlife.
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Dobsonian Telescope Mount On Lazy Susan Ball Bearings
Is the Silver TwinStar 6" Short Tube Reflector Telescope EQ Mount a good telescope?
I want a small, non-expensive 6 inch reflecting telescope. I saw this telescope but I never heard of the brand. Please hellp!!!!!!
P.S: If you know of a non-expensive small 6 inch reflecting telescope, please let me know in your answer. Thanks
Never heard of this brand, but keep in mind that when it comes to astronomical equipment...you get what you pay for. If you buy a "cheap" scope, it will more than likely give you cheap views as well. Especially when it comes to the mount/tripod. "Cheap" scopes are usually inexpensive b/c the tripod that comes with it isn't sturdy enough to let a squirrel sit on it without excessive shaking and vibration. If you blow on it, it would probably fall over. Can you imagine trying to view something that is constantly moving and vibrating in your eyepiece? If you want a GOOD 6" reflector, you need to make the investment. There are plenty of online sites such as telescope.com, telescopeS.com, and optcorp.com. Stick with the name-brands b/c you'll at least have a guarantee and tech support. STAY AWAY from ebay and chain stores. Your best course would be to visit your local astronomy club.
