Celestron CGEM II 1100 EdgeHD Telescope
AED 23,031.75
- 11″ (280mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA
- 2800mm Focal Length, f/10 Focal Ratio
- StarBright XLT Optical Coating System, provide maximum light transmission
- EdgeHD Aplanatic Field-Flattener Design
- 23mm Luminos Wide-Angle Eyepiece
- 2″ Visual Back and 90° Diagonal
- 9×50 Finderscope with Mounting Bracket
- CGEM II GoTo EQ Mount with Tripod
- NexStar+ Computer Hand Controller
- 40,000 Object Database with Sky Tours
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Description
Dual Purpose Telescope: Observation and Astrophotography
Celestron CGEM II 1100 EdgeHD Telescope is a powerful and versatile instrument that combines a high-quality 11-inch optical tube with a sturdy and reliable computerized equatorial mount. Whether you are interested in observing the planets, the Moon, deep-sky objects, or astrophotography, this telescope will provide you with stunning views and performance.
High-quality Optics
Celestron CGEM II 1100 EdgeHD Telescope features the EdgeHD optical system, which is an aplanatic, flat-field Schmidt-Cassegrain design that produces aberration-free images across a wide field of view. The EdgeHD optics also provide an astrograph-quality flat focal plane, which is ideal for capturing sharp and detailed images with a digital camera. The EdgeHD optics are coated with Celestron’s StarBright XLT coatings, which maximize light transmission and contrast.
CGEM II Computerized Equatorial Mount
This telescope comes with the CGEM II computerized equatorial mount, which is designed to handle the weight and size of the 11-inch optical tube with ease. The CGEM II mount has a payload capacity of 40 lbs and can track objects accurately and smoothly across the sky. The mount also features a dual-style saddle plate, which can accommodate both CGE and CG-5 dovetail bars. The mount is controlled by a NexStar+ hand controller, which has a database of over 40,000 objects and can align the telescope with a simple SkyAlign procedure. The mount also has a USB 2.0 port, a permanent periodic error correction function, and an autoguider port.
Accessories
Celestron CGEM II 1100 EdgeHD Telescope also includes a 9×50 finderscope, a 2-inch mirror diagonal, and a 23 mm Luminos 2-inch eyepiece. These accessories enhance the viewing experience and comfort of the telescope. The telescope also comes with a tripod, a counterweight, a power cable, and a software CD.
Additional information
| Moon & Planets | Yes |
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| Nebulae & Galaxies | Yes |
| Nature Observation | No |
| Astrophotography | Yes |
| Sun (with appropriate filter) | Only with appropriate solar filters! |
| Recommended for | Advanced users, Experienced users |
| Type of Optics | Catadioptric |
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| Optical Design | EdgeHD |
| Objective Coating | StarBright XLT |
| Aperture | 279.4mm (11") |
| Focal Length | 2800mm (110") |
| Focal Ratio | f/10 |
| Coating | StarBright XLT |
| Resolving Power (theoretical, Rayleigh) | 0.5 arcseconds |
| Resolving Power (theoretical, Dawes) | 0.42 arcseconds |
| Magnitude Limit (theoretical) | 14 |
| Light Gathering Capacity (in relation to human eye) | 1593x |
| Maximum Magnification (rule of thumb) | 660x |
| Optical tube material | Aluminum |
| Optical tube length | 610mm (24") |
| Optical Tube Diameter | 312.42mm (12.3") |
| Optical tube weight | 13 kg (28 lbs) |
| Dovetail Compatibility | Dual saddle plates (CG-5 and CGE saddle) |
| Type of mount | Computerized Equatorial |
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| Model name | CGEM II |
| Tracking | Yes |
| Tracking Modes | EQ North and EQ South |
| Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Mount weight | 18 kg (40 lbs) |
| Payload capacity | 18 kg (40 lbs) |
| Ports | 2 AUX Ports (1x Hand control Port and 1x AUX Port for optional accessories), Autoguide Port, USB Port (input on Hand Control) |
| Counterweight | 2 x 8 kg (17 lbs) |
| Computerized Hand Control | 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection |
| GPS | N/A |
| Power Requirements | 12V DC, 3.2 amps |
| Tripod | Included |
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| Tripod Material | Steel legs |
| Tripod Weight | 9 kg (20 lbs) |
| Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod) | 1346mm – 1651mm (53" – 65") |
| Tripod Leg Diameter | 50.8mm (2") Steel tripod with graduated markings on lower section |
| Accessory Tray | Included |
| Finderscope | 9×50 |
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| Barlow lens | Not included |
| Included Items | 2 x 8 kg (17 lbs) counterweights, Accessory Tray, CGEM II Equatorial Head, DC Power Cable, Hand Control Holster, NexStar+ Hand Control, Tripod |
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| Total Kit Weight | 48 kg (106 lbs) |
| Solar Warning | Never leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present., Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result., Never use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it. |
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