Celestron CGE Pro Computerized Mount without Tripod # 91529

GENERAL FEATURES

• Holds a maximum instrument capacity of 90 lbs
• Smooth +/- 5 arc second typical unguided periodic error, which can be further reduced with PPEC
• Permanent Programmable Periodic Error Correction (PEC) - corrects for periodic tracking errors inherent to all worm drives
• CGE PRO computerized Equatorial mount
• One 22 lbs counterweight
• Weighs 107 lbs
• Tripod not included, ready to bolt on to your custom pier

COMPUTERIZED MOUNT FEATURES

• Proven NexStar computer control technology
• 40,000 object database with over 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
• New All-Star Polar Alignment routine for both Northern and Southern Hemispheres
• Software Features include: Database Filter Limits, Hibernate, five alignment methods and user-defined slew limits
• Custom Rate 9 feature allows you set maximum slew rate
• Tandem mode allows you to star align the mount even when positioned for tandem scope use
• Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
• Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; solar systems; objects and asterisms
• Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features
• 12 VDC Servo Motors with integrated optical encoders
• Drive Motors - High quality motors with seven slot skewed armature to minimize magnetic cogging for quiet operation and long life. Precision made cut-steel gears in gearbox for improved tracking precision
• Bearing and Shaft - Main shafts are made from 1.57" diameter steel tubing with .40" wall thickness with two preloaded 2.68" O.D. tapered roller bearings on each axes
• Precision worm drive system - .75" pitch dia. precision made steel worm preloaded with two .87" OD ball bearings to minimize run-out (a source of periodic error). 255 tooth 6" pitch dia. precision made worm wheel with enveloping brass teeth
• Spring loaded DEC worm to minimize backlash and for easy guiding
• 4 point RA and DEC clutch system for no-slip pointing precision
• Autoguide port, PC port and Auxiliary ports located on the electronic pier for long exposure astrophotography
• One 4.72" O.D. thrust bearing and one 4.13" O.D. thrust bearing on each axes provide a large thrust surface for additional stability
• Rugged 9-pin thread on motor cables
• Latitude range: 10° to 65° Northern or Southern Hemispheres
• RS-232 communication port on hand control to control the telescope via a personal computer
• Includes NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer
• GPS-compatible with optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969)

Specifications:

• EQ Mount Weight 75 lbs (34 kg)
• Counterweight Bar 5 lbs (2.27 kg)
• Weight of Counterweights 1 x 22 lbs
• Weight (lbs) 154 lbs (70 kg)
• Payload Capacity 90 lbs (41 kg)
• Motor Drive DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes
• Slew Speeds Nine slew speeds 5.5 deg/s, 2 deg/s, 0.5 deg/s, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, 0.5x
• Tracking Rates Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
• Tracking Modes EQ North and EQ South
• Alignment Procedures 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align, 1-Star Align,
• Computer Hand Control Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 backlit LED buttons
• Database 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects
• Power Requirements 12 VDC 3.5A
• Internal Clock Yes
• GPS Optional SkySync GPS Accessory

Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty (within US/Canada only).

Manufacturer part number: 91529