Meade Backpack Observatory Telescope - ETX-80BB Meade 0805-04-20
March 28th, 2008 Item No. 112-20009
Manuf. No. Meade 0805-04-20
Sale Price: $299.00
This exclusive Discovery set - including a built-in Barlow lens, field compass, travel backpack and more - reveals the wonders of our planetary neighbors and beyond.
Observe the feather structure of an eagle from 50 yards or study the rings of Saturn from a distance of 800 million miles. Then focus beyond the solar system to the universe of nebulae, remote galaxies and ancient star clusters. It’s an adventure of discovery the whole family can enjoy, in the backyard or wherever your travels take you.
Features:
- Ideal for both terrestrial and astronomical observations
- Powerful, 80mm objective lens delivers bright, high-res images
- Autostar Computer Controller system lets you browse and automatically locate more than 1,400 celestial objects at the touch of a button ý including satellites
- Built-in motor tracks objects and compensates for Earth’s movement
- Autostar includes guided tours for immediate experience viewing stars and makes suggestions for best eyepiece selection
- Flip-mirror system delivers amazing clarity
- Portable and lightweight ý only 7.5 lbs. (without tripod)
- Batteries: Requires six AA batteries (not included)
- Dimensions: 14.25″ L x 8.5″ W x 13.25″ H
- Made Of: Metal, Glass
- Model Number: 0805-04-20
- 1 year manufacturer’s warranty
Includes:
- Includes 9.7 and 26mm super plossl eyepieces
- Built-in Barlow lens doubles eyepiece power
- Computer control panel featuring auxiliary input port and on/off LED
- Sturdy, aluminum field tripod with bubble level indicator
- Built-in timer and reminder alarm for use with astrophotography applications
- Accessories include dew shield, compass & erecting prism
- Durable backpack has room for telescope and all accessories