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This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance\u003c\/strong\u003e - CGE Pro mounts support their tubes at a single contact point allowing the tube to move freely around its polar axis without making contact with the telescope's mount. Software features allow the user to set the mounts slew limits to guaranty safe motion. This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll CGE mounted telescopes are compatible with Celestron's SkySync GPS accessory. 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Figure 2 has a cubic fit applied to the graph, and Figures 1, 3 and 4 have linear drift removed (to better show repeatable error). All Figures show 22 minutes of tracking, which covers 4 full rotations of the CGE Pro R.A. worm gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/CGE_Pro_unguided_graph1_769x394_8c20bfee-993c-4218-bce5-6f840270b703_large.jpg?v=1505864226\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFigure 1. This graph displays the R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy for a typical CGE Pro equatorial mount. The graph shows 4 periods of the worm gear which yields about +\/-7 arc seconds of periodic error. 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This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance –\u003c\/strong\u003e CGE Pro mounts support their tubes at a single contact point allowing the tube to move freely around its polar axis without making contact with the telescope's mount. Software features allow the user to set the mounts slew limits to guaranty safe motion. This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll CGE mounted telescopes are compatible with Celestron's SkySync GPS accessory. Combine the GPS and built-in real time clock, and these telescopes will keep track and remember their exact location and time without having to enter the information into the hand control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGE PRO Tracking Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following graphs display R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy of the CGE Pro Equatorial mount in 4 conditions: Figure 1 – Raw unguided tracking that isolates the periodic error; Figure 2 – Tracking with Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) enabled; Figure 3 – Guided tracking with an autoguider; and Figure 4 – Guided tracking with an autoguider and PPEC enabled. Data was acquired from Celestron’s engineering team using an EdgeHD 800 optical tube and NexImage camera at f\/10. This data represents the typical performance of a CGE Pro under average seeing conditions from urban skies in Torrance, CA. Figure 2 has a cubic fit applied to the graph, and Figures 1, 3 and 4 have linear drift removed (to better show repeatable error). All Figures show 22 minutes of tracking, which covers 4 full rotations of the CGE Pro R.A. worm gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/CGE_Pro_unguided_graph1_769x394_8c20bfee-993c-4218-bce5-6f840270b703_large.jpg?v=1505864226\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFigure 1. This graph displays the R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy for a typical CGE Pro equatorial mount. The graph shows 4 periods of the worm gear which yields about +\/-7 arc seconds of periodic error. 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With the optical tube assembly of the CGE Pro 1100 weighing only 27.5 lb., this telescope is still portable enough to be taken to dark skies, and it has 89% more light gathering power than an 8\" telescope and more than 40% more than the 9.25\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis telescope is especially at home as a solid platform for long exposure photography with optional CCD cameras or photographic equipment; it is a serious scientific research tool that comes with Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the German Equatorial mount offers easier balancing, unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a camera, and whole sky access. Now you can enjoy all of the NexStar software and database features with the extra stability and portability of a German Equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to being fully computerized with a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, the CGE Pro German Equatorial mount has been completely redesigned to offer numerous design advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased Payload Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e - With a maximum payload of 90 lbs, the CGE Pro mount is able to hold the 11\" telescope more securely even when fully loaded with all your imaging gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Star Polar Alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e - Choose any bright alignment star for a software assisted alignment of the mount's polar axis that will have you ready for imaging even if you can't see the North Star.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-Tool polar alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e - Larger hand knobs for both Altitude and Azimuth adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extended tracking past the Meridian of up to 20 degrees of uninterrupted imaging through the best part of the sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaster slew speed\u003c\/strong\u003e - Improved gearing and motors provide faster slew speeds than ever before with a maximum slew rate of over 5°\/per second.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e - The hallmark of any telescope mount is its ability to find, center and track celestial objects with the highest degree of accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePointing\u003c\/strong\u003e - With just a standard hand control alignment, CGE Pro has the ability to center a star in your eyepiece or CCD chip to within 5 arc minutes. Using NexStar's advanced pointing features such as Calibration Stars, Sync and Precise GoTo, further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracking\u003c\/strong\u003e - With larger .75\" pitch diameter worm, precision made cut-steel gears in gearboxes, and seven slot skewed armature motors, the CGE Pro delivers smooth +\/- 5 arc second tracking accuracy typical unguided periodic error, which can be further reduced with PPEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e - Celestron's NexStar hand control has built-in compensation features essential for accurately placing small objects on the center of your CCD chip or high power eyepiece. Aligning on multiple Calibration Stars creates a model of the opto-mechanical inaccuracies inherent in all equatorial mounts. This model is stored within the hand control and is used to compensate for these inaccuracies, thus improving your pointing precision each time you slew your telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to these improvements, the Celestron line of German Equatorial mounts has long been recognized for features preferred by visual observers and astrophotographer alike. Among them include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortability\u003c\/strong\u003e - Set up and transportation of the CGE Pro telescopes is made easy by separating the mount into smaller, easy-to-carry components. Unlike fork arm mounted telescopes, the CGE's optical tubes can be quickly removed from their mounts making even the CGE Pro1400 easily assembled in minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability \u003c\/strong\u003e- Recognized for superior stability, German Equatorial mounts place the center of gravity directly over the tripod legs and can be easily polar aligned without the use of an optional equatorial wedge. This proven design reduces the “tuning fork” vibration that can be associated with undersized fork mounts. An improved Super HD Tripod supports the CGE Pro mount. This fully extendable tripod is made from the finest 2.75\" stainless steel and can be raised to a height of 55\". The tripod uses a dual leg support for maximum rigidity with an upper leg brace to provide an outward preload and a lower leg brace providing inward tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance\u003c\/strong\u003e - CGE Pro Equatorial mounts can easily be balanced in both axes. Simply sliding the counterweight for Right Ascension and moving the optical tube along its dovetail mounting for Declination, accomplish balancing the weight of camera equipment and other visual accessories. This means that no additional weight needs to be added to balance the telescope when additional accessories are added. Clearance - CGE Pro mounts support their tubes at a single contact point allowing the tube to move freely around its polar axis without making contact with the telescope's mount. Software features allow the user to set the mounts slew limits to guaranty safe motion. This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance -\u003c\/strong\u003e CGE Pro mounts support their tubes at a single contact point allowing the tube to move freely around its polar axis without making contact with the telescope's mount. Software features allow the user to set the mount's slew limits to guaranty safe motion. This is particularly useful when adding photographic and CCD instruments that extend from the rear of the telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll CGE mounted telescopes are compatible with Celestron's SkySync GPS accessory. Combine the GPS and built-in real time clock, and these telescopes will keep track and remember their exact location and time without having to enter the information into the hand control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGE PRO Tracking Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following graphs display R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy of the CGE Pro Equatorial mount in 4 conditions: Figure 1 – Raw unguided tracking that isolates the periodic error; Figure 2 – Tracking with Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) enabled; Figure 3 – Guided tracking with an autoguider; and Figure 4 – Guided tracking with an autoguider and PPEC enabled. Data was acquired from Celestron’s engineering team using an EdgeHD 800 optical tube and NexImage camera at f\/10. This data represents the typical performance of a CGE Pro under average seeing conditions from urban skies in Torrance, CA. Figure 2 has a cubic fit applied to the graph, and Figures 1, 3 and 4 have linear drift removed (to better show repeatable error). All Figures show 22 minutes of tracking, which covers 4 full rotations of the CGE Pro R.A. worm gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/CGE_Pro_unguided_graph1_769x394_8c20bfee-993c-4218-bce5-6f840270b703_large.jpg?v=1505864226\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFigure 1. This graph displays the R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy for a typical CGE Pro equatorial mount. The graph shows 4 periods of the worm gear which yields about +\/-7 arc seconds of periodic error. 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With sophisticated software features like the Hibernate function, the CGE Pro can maintain its star alignment night after night without needing to be re-aligned, making it an ideal instrument for a permanent observatory facility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Optical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EdgeHD optical system takes all of the compact power popularized by the Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) and combines it with an improved high definition optical system for wide field, astrograph quality images.\u003c\/p\u003e\nAs a visual instrument, EdgeHD optics deliver pinpoint images even with your widest field eyepiece. You can search for all of the Messier Catalog objects, and see hundreds of other equally interesting NGC, IC and Caldwell objects with amazing clarity. For astroimaging, the EdgeHD optics produce aberration-free images across your favorite CCD or DSLR camera. 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Using NexStar's advanced pointing features such as Calibration Stars, Sync and Precise GoTo, further improves the pointing accuracy to as low as 1 arc minute in the desired region of the sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracking\u003c\/strong\u003e - With larger .75\" pitch diameter worm, precision made cut-steel gears in gearboxes, and seven slot skewed armature motors, the CGE Pro delivers smooth +\/- 5 arc second tracking accuracy typical unguided periodic error, which can be further reduced with PPEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e - Celestron's NexStar hand control has built-in compensation features essential for accurately placing small objects on the center of your CCD chip or high power eyepiece. Aligning on multiple Calibration Stars creates a model of the opto-mechanical inaccuracies inherent in all equatorial mounts. This model is stored within the hand control and is used to compensate for these inaccuracies, thus improving your pointing precision each time you slew your telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGE PRO Tracking Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following graphs display R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy of the CGE Pro Equatorial mount in 4 conditions: Figure 1 – Raw unguided tracking that isolates the periodic error; Figure 2 – Tracking with Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) enabled; Figure 3 – Guided tracking with an autoguider; and Figure 4 – Guided tracking with an autoguider and PPEC enabled. Data was acquired from Celestron’s engineering team using an EdgeHD 800 optical tube and NexImage camera at f\/10. This data represents the typical performance of a CGE Pro under average seeing conditions from urban skies in Torrance, CA. Figure 2 has a cubic fit applied to the graph, and Figures 1, 3 and 4 have linear drift removed (to better show repeatable error). All Figures show 22 minutes of tracking, which covers 4 full rotations of the CGE Pro R.A. worm gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/CGE_Pro_unguided_graph1_769x394_8c20bfee-993c-4218-bce5-6f840270b703.jpg?8788546465163988922\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFigure 1. This graph displays the R.A. worm gear tracking accuracy for a typical CGE Pro equatorial mount. The graph shows 4 periods of the worm gear which yields about +\/-7 arc seconds of periodic error. 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For astrophotography, the German Equatorial mount offers easier balancing, unlimited space at the rear of the telescope tube to mount a camera, and whole sky access. Now you can enjoy all of the NexStar software and database features with the extra stability and portability of a German Equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Optical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EdgeHD optical system takes all of the compact power popularized by the Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) and combines it with an improved high definition optical system for wide field, astrograph quality images.\u003c\/p\u003e\nAs a visual instrument, EdgeHD optics deliver pinpoint images even with your widest field eyepiece. You can search for all of the Messier Catalog objects, and see hundreds of other equally interesting NGC, IC and Caldwell objects with amazing clarity. 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We include cross-sections of the EdgeHD series, comparative spot diagrams for the EdgeHD and competing “coma-free” Schmidt-Cassegrain designs, a table with specifications for visual and imaging, graphics showing how to place sensors at the optimum back-focus distance, and details on the construction and testing of the EdgeHD telescope series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/c3\/support3\/index.php?_m=downloads\u0026amp;_a=downloadfile\u0026amp;downloaditemid=810\" title=\"Celestron EdgeHD Whitepaper\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"39\" height=\"39\" src=\"http:\/\/celestron.com\/media\/2331\/pdf-icon_39x39.jpg\" alt=\"Celestron EdgeHD Optics Whitepaper\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick here to download the whitepaper.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiffraction Limited\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome companies boast that their telescopes give diffraction limited stars in the very center of the field of view. EdgeHD optics not only produce diffraction limited stars on axis, but maintain diffraction limited stars across the entire field of view of many of the most popular astrophotography cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven at the very edge of a full frame camera chip, the EdgeHD 14\" delivers star sizes of only 1 arc second!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the newly designed optics, the EdgeHD also has re-designed mechanics guaranteed to help you get the maximum performance from your instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures Include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Locks\u003c\/strong\u003e – To hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Vents\u003c\/strong\u003e - Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter allowing hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e – All EdgeHD optical tubes are equipped with a removable secondary mirror for fast f\/2 CCD imaging. Not only does imaging in the FASTAR configuration allow for exposure times that are 25 times faster than at f\/10, but also yields a field of view five times wider. The perfect combination for imaging your favorite wide field objects in a fraction of the time. (FASTAR imaging requires a third party lens assembly in place of the secondary mirror).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e82° Eyepiece\u003c\/strong\u003e - EdgeHD 14\" optical tubes come with Celestron's top of the line 2\" barrel eyepiece. With a 23 mm focal length and 82° AFOV, you get an incredible combination of power and wide field of view. Plus this 6-element eyepiece is optimized to deliver pinpoint images when used with a flat field telescope. Learn more about the benefits and features of this new optical system by going to the EdgeHD web page. The EdgeHD 14\" optics produce a focal plane three-times flatter than the standard equivalent SCT telescope with diffraction limited stars to the very edge of the SBIG STL6303 field of view!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c  no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c  no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c  no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39826553161,"sku":"11002","price":4399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/11002_cgem_dx_1100_hd_computer_telescope_1.jpg?v=1529944271"},{"product_id":"cgem-dx-1400-fastar-computerized-telescope","title":"CGEM DX 1400 FASTAR Computerized Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelestron's CGEM DX 1400 features our high-end 14\" Schmidt Cassegrian OTA with XLT coatings mounted on our brand new CGEM DX™ mount. The CGEM DX™ mount is the newest member of our fully computerized Equatorial mount series capable of carrying Celestron’s high-end 11\" and 14\" optical tubes. The CGE PRO style, 2.75\" leg tripod holds even our 14\" optics securely while dampening vibration, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 50 lbs of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - CGEM DX was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInnovation\u003c\/strong\u003e - The CGEM DX series has a new innovative Polar alignment procedure called All-Star™. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, while the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature of the CGEM DX sure to please astroimagers, is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance \u003c\/strong\u003e- For objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM DX will track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM mount has a robust database with over 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Management\u003c\/strong\u003e - Redesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors making them capable of driving the telescope even when not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGEM DX to have the payload capacity of that of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39826553289,"sku":"11005","price":6299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/11005_cgemdx1400_large_2.jpg?v=1529944272"},{"product_id":"cgem-dx-1400-hd-computerized-telescope","title":"CGEM DX 1400 HD Computerized Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM DX 1400 HD combines Celestron's newly designed CGEM DX Computerized Equatorial mount with its new EdgeHD optical system. With more than 60% more light gathering power than the 11\" telescope, the CGEM DX 1400 is Celestron’s largest optical system in its class. Featuring our premium StarBright XLT coatings and 14\" of aperture, this telescope gives you the brightest, clearest views whether observing planetary or deep-sky objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGEM DX Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM DX™ mount is the newest member of our fully computerized Equatorial mount series capable of carrying Celestron’s high-end 11\" and 14\" optical tubes. The CGE PRO style, 2.75\" leg tripod holds even our 14\" optics securely while dampening vibration, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 50 lbs of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman Equatorial mounts are recognized for their rock solid stability, simple balancing and easy accessibility for attaching accessories. With sophisticated software features like the Hibernate function, the CGEM DX can maintain its star alignment night after night without needing to be re-aligned, making it an excellent choice for a permanent observatory facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - CGEM DX was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInnovation\u003c\/strong\u003e - The CGEM DX series has a new innovative Polar alignment procedure called All-Star™. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, while the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature of the CGEM DX sure to please astroimagers, is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance \u003c\/strong\u003e- For objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM DX will track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM mount has a robust database with over 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Management\u003c\/strong\u003e - Redesigned electronics deliver constant regulated power to the motors making them capable of driving the telescope even when not perfectly balanced. This allows the CGEM DX to have the payload capacity of that of much larger mounts without sacrificing smooth tracking motion and pointing accuracy across the entire sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Optical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EdgeHD optical system takes all of the compact power popularized by the Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) and combines it with an improved high definition optical system for wide field, astrograph quality images. As a visual instrument, EdgeHD optics deliver pinpoint images even with your widest field eyepiece. You can search for all of the Messier Catalog objects, and see hundreds of other equally interesting NGC, IC and Caldwell objects with amazing clarity. For astroimaging, the EdgeHD optics produce aberration-free images across your favorite CCD or DSLR camera. All EdgeHD optics are designed to produce an extremely flat focal plane precise enough to match the strict tolerances of the largest commercial CCD detectors, allowing all stars to be in tight focus to the very edge of the chip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Whitepaper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron Product Development team has released a whitepaper outlining the technology behind EdgeHD. This paper describes the development goals, design decisions, optical performance, and their practical realization in 8-, 9.25-, 11-, and 14-inch apertures. We include cross-sections of the EdgeHD series, comparative spot diagrams for the EdgeHD and competing “coma-free” Schmidt-Cassegrain designs, a table with specifications for visual and imaging, graphics showing how to place sensors at the optimum back-focus distance, and details on the construction and testing of the EdgeHD telescope series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/c3\/support3\/index.php?_m=downloads\u0026amp;_a=downloadfile\u0026amp;downloaditemid=810\" title=\"Celestron EdgeHD Whitepaper\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"39\" height=\"39\" src=\"http:\/\/celestron.com\/media\/2333\/pdf-icon_39x39.jpg\" alt=\"Celestron EdgeHD Optics Whitepaper\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick here to download the whitepaper.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiffraction Limited\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome companies boast that their telescopes give diffraction limited stars in the very center of the field of view. EdgeHD optics not only produce diffraction limited stars on axis, but maintain diffraction limited stars across the entire field of view of many of the most popular astrophotography cameras. Even at the very edge of a full frame camera chip, the EdgeHD 14\" delivers star sizes of only 1 arc second!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the newly designed optics, the EdgeHD also has re-designed mechanics guaranteed to help you get the maximum performance from your instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures Include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Locks\u003c\/strong\u003e – To hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Vents -\u003c\/strong\u003e Each vent has an integrated 60 micron micro-mesh filter allowing hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastar Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e – All EdgeHD optical tubes are equipped with a removable secondary mirror for fast f\/2 CCD imaging. Not only does imaging in the FASTAR configuration allow for exposure times that are 25 times faster than at f\/10, but also yields a field of view five times wider. The perfect combination for imaging your favorite wide field objects in a fraction of the time. (FASTAR imaging requires a third party lens assembly in place of the secondary mirror).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e82° Eyepiece -\u003c\/strong\u003e EdgeHD 14\" optical tubes come with Celestron's top of the line 2\" barrel eyepiece. With a 23 mm focal length and 82° AFOV, you get an incredible combination of power and wide field of view. Plus this 6-element eyepiece is optimized to deliver pinpoint images when used with a flat field telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px;\"\u003eLearn more about the benefits and features of this new optical system by going to the \u003ca href=\"\/c3\/page.php?PageID=389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEdgeHD web page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EdgeHD 14\" optics produce a focal plane three-times flatter than the standard equivalent SCT telescope with diffraction limited stars to the very edge of the SBIG STL6303 field of view!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39826553609,"sku":"11004","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/11004_cgemdx1400hd_large_2.jpg?v=1529944273"},{"product_id":"cgem-ii-925-schmidt-cassegrain-telescope","title":"CGEM II 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II 925 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope features Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coated optics and the newly redesigned CGEM II computerized equatorial mount. The CGEM II 925 offers the middle ground for those looking to combine portability with high resolution. This telescope is especially at home as a solid platform for long exposure photography with optional CCD cameras or photographic equipment. With over 925 inches of aperture and our premium StarBright XLT coatings, the CGEM II 925 gives you over 1000 times the light gathering power than the unaided eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fresh update to the venerable CGEM mount, the CGEM II has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron’s higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11\") securely and vibration free, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 40 lbs. of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eERGONOMIC DESIGN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGEM II was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINNOVATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II series features Celestron’s innovative Polar alignment procedure called All-Star™. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, while the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature of the CGEM II sure to please astroimagers, is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFORMANCE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM II will track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM II mount has a robust database with over 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects. Celestron's CGEM II mount is the perfect fit between the Advanced Series and CGE Series. 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Designed to give diffraction limited performance and offer more resolution than the 800 with less weight than the 1100, the CGEM II 925 HD is a premier astroimaging telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the Universe in HD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdgeHD is an aplanatic, flat field Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope that produces aberration-free images across a wide visual and photographic field of view. The optical system was designed to reduce more than just off-axis star coma; it also provides an astrograph-quality flat focal plane all the way to the edge of the field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Astrograph Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany optical designs that advertise themselves as \"astrographs\" actually only produce pinpoint stars across a curved focal plane. While this may be acceptable for some visual observing, stars will appear out of focus at the edge when used with the flat chip sensor of a digital camera. EdgeHD optics produce a focal plane more than three-times flatter than a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and dramatically flatter than competing coma-free designs. This guarantees you visibly sharp stars across some of the largest CCD chips available today. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/pages\/edgehd-optics\"\u003eLearn more about EdgeHD technology.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuperior edge performance not only creates rounder, more pleasing stars, but actually improves the resolution and limiting magnitude when compared to telescopes of equal aperture. 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Once focused, the flexible rods allow the mirror to be held in place without putting any force or pressure on the mirror assembly, keeping the image centered in the eyepiece (or on the sensor).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube vents\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cooling vents located on the rear cell allow hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror. Each vent has an integrated 50-mesh filter guaranteed to let warm air out without letting dust in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFastar versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e - EdgeHD is the most versatile imaging telescope available today. At its native f\/10, you can achieve the image scale necessary to capture the smallest of deep sky objects. A Barlow gives you added power for high-resolution planetary, lunar and solar imaging. All EdgeHD optical tubes are Fastar-compatible, allowing the secondary mirror to be removed and replaced with a third party lens accessory for ultra-fast f\/2 wide field imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividually Tested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery EdgeHD that ships has been tested not only for the surface quality of each optical component, but also with a camera and artificial star to ensure the imaging system meets our rigid quality assurance. 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