Meade LX200 ACF 10" Telescope - without Tripod

The Meade LX200 ACF 10-inch Telescope has 254 mm (10-inch) diameter f/10 ACF optics (focal length 2500 mm) and Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) for maximum image brightness and contrast. Features of the Meade LX200 ACF 10-inch Telescope A 145,000 object library, multiple guided tours. High Precision Pointing capability with sub arc-minute pointing accuracy. Meade SmartDrive with Permanent Periodic Error Correction. 16 channel GPS receiver. The AutoStar II is flash-updatable via free downloads at Meade.com (optional cable required). The drive base of the telescope has multiple input and output ports including an RS-232 PC interface and jacks for a (user supplied) CCD Autoguider and illuminated reticle. A primary mirror locking mechanism, which effectively prevents movement of the primary mirror during long exposure astrophotography or observing. Turn the lock knob located just above the telescope's main focus knob and the progressive-tension primary lock completely cancels any residual image shift due to mirror movement during visual, photographic, or imaging applications. DC-servo driven super heavy duty double fork mount, the strongest and most rigid mount in its class. MECHANICAL FEATURES Fast slew speeds are from 1 to 8 degrees per second and can be user selected at 0.1 degree per second increments. Fine slewing and photographic guiding speeds can be adjusted from .01x to 1x sidereal in one one-hundredth increments. The mount and all electronics are internally powered by 8 (user supplied) C-cell batteries which will typically operate the telescope for around 20 hours (optional Meade Universal AC adapter also available). The mount additionally has mechanical locks and slow motion manual controls in both axis if for some reason you found yourself without power.   Advanced Optical System and Optical Coatings. Easy to Use for Both Beginners and Experienced Astronomers One Full Year Meade Factory Limited Warranty. Aperture: 254 mm. Weight: 65 pounds.