{"title":"Dobsonian Telescopes","description":"\u003cp\u003eDobsonian telescopes offer outstanding views of the night sky, remarkable light-gathering power and exceptional value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir simple, stable mounts make them easy to operate, while larger models reveal impressive detail in the Moon's craters, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's cloud belts, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur range extends from compact tabletop telescopes ideal for children and beginners to powerful full-size Dobsonians, including Celestron StarSense Explorer models with smartphone guidance to help you find your way around the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saxon-6-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Saxon 6\" Dobsonian Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c514\" class=\"component_ProductDisplay_ProductDetailsComponents_ProductDescription\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic 153mm Dobsonian with a long 1200mm focal length for rewarding views of the Moon and planets, plus the aperture to explore star clusters, bright nebulae and other deep-sky favourites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Saxon 6\" Dobsonian is a traditional visual telescope that puts the emphasis where it matters most: good optics, useful magnification and a simple mount that gets out of the way of observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIts 153mm parabolic primary mirror gathers enough light to deliver impressive views across a wide range of targets, while the 1200mm focal length gives the telescope a particularly strong lunar and planetary character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 25mm and 10mm Plössl eyepieces provide 48x and 120x magnification straight out of the box. That is a genuinely useful combination: 48x works well for many star clusters, nebulae and broader lunar views, while 120x brings Saturn, Jupiter and detailed areas of the Moon much closer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn’s rings are clearly recognisable, Jupiter shows its four Galilean moons and major cloud belts, and the Moon reveals an extraordinary landscape of craters, mountain ranges and changing shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is plenty beyond the Solar System too. From New Zealand, Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae are rewarding globular clusters, the Carina Nebula provides an impressive southern deep-sky target, and open clusters, double stars and brighter nebulae give you a varied observing programme throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dobsonian mount keeps operation refreshingly direct. Use the 6x30 finderscope to locate your target, move the telescope by hand and observe. The tension-control system lets you adjust the movement to suit your preference, while the floor-standing design means there is no tripod or supporting table to set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone who wants the traditional experience of looking directly through an eyepiece and exploring the sky at their own pace, the Saxon 6\" Dobsonian is a capable and satisfying telescope with plenty to keep you observing for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Saxon 6\" Dobsonian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e153mm parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial light-gathering ability for planets, clusters, nebulae and brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1200mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — particularly well suited to lunar and planetary observing while retaining strong all-round astronomy capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e48x and 120x included\u003c\/strong\u003e — the supplied 25mm and 10mm Plössl eyepieces provide two genuinely useful observing magnifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Moon and planet views\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore Saturn’s rings, Jupiter and its moons, Mars when favourably positioned, and extensive lunar detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRewarding deep-sky observing\u003c\/strong\u003e — discover globular clusters, open clusters, bright nebulae and brighter galaxies under suitable skies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6x30 finderscope\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps you locate and centre targets before observing through the main telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple manual Dobsonian mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — no batteries, motors or electronic alignment required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTension-control system\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine-tune the movement for smooth, comfortable observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\" focuser with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e — accommodates both common eyepiece formats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year Saxon warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Saxon 6\" Dobsonian is especially rewarding on the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn’s rings are immediately distinctive, and the Cassini Division can become visible when the atmosphere is steady. Jupiter’s four major moons are easy to follow, while its main cloud belts can be seen across the disc and additional detail may appear under good observing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMars becomes a small reddish disc and can reveal darker surface markings when it is well positioned and close enough to Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon offers an enormous amount to explore. At 120x, crater walls, central peaks, mountain ranges, ridges and the changing shadows along the lunar terminator provide new detail from one night to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 153mm aperture also gives you plenty of deep-sky targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmega Centauri and 47 Tucanae appear as dense globular clusters, with individual stars beginning to resolve around their brighter outer regions. Open clusters reveal attractive groups of stars, while bright nebulae such as Carina and Orion add a completely different type of object to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder darker skies, brighter galaxies also become accessible. They remain subtle visual objects rather than photographic views, but they extend the range of what a 6-inch telescope can show well beyond the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraightforward Visual Astronomy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is very little between you and the view with a traditional Dobsonian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube moves naturally by hand on the floor-standing base. Use the 6x30 finderscope to aim at the right part of the sky, centre the object in the low-power eyepiece and increase magnification when the target and conditions suit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Earth turns and an object drifts across the eyepiece, simply give the telescope a small nudge to keep it centred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tension-control system allows you to set how freely the tube moves, helping provide smooth movement while keeping the telescope steady once you stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no polar alignment, no power requirement and no electronic setup — just a simple, direct way to spend your observing time at the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Saxon 6\" Dobsonian good for viewing planets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 153mm aperture and 1200mm focal length make it particularly well suited to lunar and planetary observing. The supplied 10mm eyepiece gives 120x magnification, which is a very useful power for Saturn, Jupiter and detailed views of the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Saxon 6\" Dobsonian suitable for a beginner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Although it offers substantial visual capability, the Dobsonian mount itself is very simple to operate. There are no electronics, alignment routines or complicated controls to learn before you begin observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I also use it for deep-sky objects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 153mm aperture is large enough for rewarding views of star clusters, bright nebulae and brighter galaxies, particularly when observing away from strong artificial lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Saxon 6\" Dobsonian track objects automatically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a completely manual telescope. 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Under darker skies, brighter galaxies and other fainter deep-sky objects also become realistic targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the telescope especially appealing is how little stands between you and the view. The Dobsonian mount sits directly on the ground and moves naturally up, down and around the sky. There are no alignment routines, motors, batteries or electronics to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tension-control system lets you adjust how freely the optical tube moves, so it can be nudged smoothly towards a target and then remain securely in position while you observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 1200mm focal length and a relatively forgiving f\/7.8 optical system, the 6\" Dobsonian also works particularly well on the Moon and planets while still giving you plenty of deep-sky capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor someone wanting a telescope that is easy to use but has enough aperture to make astronomy genuinely rewarding, the Sky-Watcher 6\" Dobsonian offers an excellent balance of simplicity and viewing performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Sky-Watcher 6\" Dobsonian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e152mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e – rewarding views of planets, star clusters, bright nebulae and brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely simple to operate\u003c\/strong\u003e – move the telescope naturally by hand with no electronics or alignment procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent planetary capability\u003c\/strong\u003e – Saturn, Jupiter, Mars and the Moon all provide worthwhile observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong deep-sky potential\u003c\/strong\u003e – explore Omega Centauri, 47 Tucanae, Carina, Orion and many bright clusters and nebulae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTension-control Dobsonian mount\u003c\/strong\u003e – adjust the resistance so the tube moves smoothly and stays where you leave it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\" focuser with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e – accepts both common eyepiece sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloor-standing design\u003c\/strong\u003e – no tripod or table required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year Sky-Watcher warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6\" Dobsonian gives you a broad range of satisfying visual targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn’s rings are clearly recognisable, while Jupiter shows its four Galilean moons and, when atmospheric conditions cooperate, its main cloud belts. Mars becomes a distinct reddish disc when favourably positioned, and the Moon reveals extensive crater, mountain and shadow detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStar clusters are one of the telescope’s real strengths. Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae appear as dense concentrations of starlight, while open clusters reveal attractive groups of individual stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBright nebulae such as the Carina Nebula and Orion Nebula provide another class of target, particularly away from strong artificial lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder darker skies, brighter galaxies also come within reach. These remain subtler through the eyepiece than in long-exposure photographs, but 152mm aperture is enough to make deep-sky observing a genuine part of the telescope’s appeal rather than an occasional extra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Dobsonian Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope sits on a solid floor-standing Dobsonian base and moves in two natural directions: up and down, and around the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no polar alignment, no coordinate system and no electronic setup. Use the finderscope to locate the area of sky you want, move the tube by hand, then observe through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tension-control handle lets you fine-tune the amount of resistance in the movement, helping the tube move smoothly when nudged while remaining stable when released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sky-Watcher 6\" Dobsonian suitable as a first telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its manual Dobsonian mount is exceptionally straightforward to use, while the 152mm aperture gives you enough optical capability to explore planets and a worthwhile range of deep-sky objects from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope automatically track objects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The telescope is completely manual. As an object slowly moves across the eyepiece, you simply nudge the tube to follow it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need a tripod or table?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a full-size floor-standing Dobsonian telescope. The optical tube sits directly on the supplied Dobsonian base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIs this telescope suitable for beginners? Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e5 Years SkyWatcher Limited Warranty*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" width=\"435\" style=\"height: 254.583px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eOptical Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e152mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eF\/7.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e34.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eHighest Practical Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e306x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eFaintest Steller Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e13.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eFinder Scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e6x30*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eFocuser Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e2\" with 1.25 adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eEyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e1.25\" Super Plossl 10 \u0026amp; 25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eTube Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e5.78Kgs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e15+10 Kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e77x67x12 cm3; 126 x 39 x 36 cm3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/SW_Dob_6__8_en_download_caty01316546357.pdf?v=1591833754\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sky-Watcher Dobsonian Manual\"\u003eDownload Telescope Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32176106438704,"sku":"SWDOB150","price":749.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Sky-Watcher_6_inch_Dobsonian_telescope.webp?v=1762394853"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-8-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Sky-Watcher 8\" Dobsonian Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful 200mm Dobsonian for impressive views of galaxies, nebulae, rich star clusters and planets, with the simplicity of a completely manual telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher 8\" Dobsonian combines substantial 200mm aperture with one of the simplest telescope designs to own and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThat aperture transforms the range of objects worth exploring. Bright nebulae become more rewarding, globular clusters show far more stars, and galaxies move firmly into the observing programme rather than sitting at the edge of what the telescope can reveal. \u003c\/strong\u003ePlanets remain excellent targets, with Saturn, Jupiter and Mars capable of showing impressive detail when conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom New Zealand, the Carina Nebula, Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae are outstanding objects, while galaxies such as Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy give you something completely different to seek out under darker skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1200mm focal length and f\/6 parabolic optical system make the 8\" a particularly strong all-round visual telescope. It has enough aperture for serious deep-sky observing while retaining excellent lunar and planetary capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet operating it remains extremely simple. The tube moves by hand on the floor-standing Dobsonian base, with no motors, power supply or alignment routine. The tension-control system lets you adjust the movement so the telescope glides smoothly when you reposition it and remains stable once you stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone wanting a telescope with genuine visual impact across a wide range of night-sky targets, the Sky-Watcher 8\" Dobsonian delivers serious observing capability without making the telescope complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Sky-Watcher 8\" Dobsonian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge 200mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough light-gathering power to make galaxies, nebulae and rich star clusters major observing targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent all-round visual performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — equally rewarding on deep-sky objects, planets and the Moon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed to deliver sharp, well-defined astronomical views.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple manual Dobsonian mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — no electronics, motors or alignment routine required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth tension-control system\u003c\/strong\u003e — adjust the movement to suit your preferred observing feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth focusing with a 1.25\" adapter for either eyepiece size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-size floor-standing telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e — no table or tripod required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year Sky-Watcher warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Dobsonian gives you enough aperture to make deep-sky astronomy a major part of your observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmega Centauri and 47 Tucanae become impressive globular clusters packed with stars, while the Carina Nebula shows broad areas of nebulosity surrounded by rich southern Milky Way fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright galaxies such as Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy become worthwhile targets under darker skies, along with planetary nebulae, open clusters and a large variety of double stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe planets are equally rewarding. Saturn’s rings are clear and the Cassini Division can become visible when conditions are steady. Jupiter shows its major cloud belts and four Galilean moons, with finer atmospheric features possible when the air is stable. Mars can reveal darker surface markings when favourably positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need pristine dark skies every time you want to observe. Planets, the Moon, double stars and many clusters remain excellent from towns and cities, while darker skies increasingly allow the 200mm aperture to show what it can do on galaxies and nebulae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to Own, Easy to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its serious optical capability, the 8\" Dobsonian remains mechanically simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid optical tube sits on a floor-standing Dobsonian base and moves by hand. Point it towards the part of the sky you want to explore, use the finderscope to locate your target, then observe through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube and base are separate components, so they can be moved individually rather than carrying the complete telescope assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no motors, apps or power requirements. The simplicity is part of the appeal: most of what you are buying is aperture and visual performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an 8\" Dobsonian suitable as a first telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 8\" Dobsonian is very straightforward to use. The tube moves naturally by hand on the Dobsonian base, with no electronics or alignment routine to learn. It is a full-size floor-standing telescope, but still very manageable for most adults, and the tube and base can be moved separately if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see galaxies with the Sky-Watcher 8\" Dobsonian?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Brighter galaxies are realistic visual targets, particularly from darker skies. They generally appear as subtle grey shapes rather than photographic images, but the 200mm aperture makes galaxy observing genuinely rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope need power or batteries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The telescope and mount are completely manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e* 5 Years SkyWatcher Limited Warranty* \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian (parabolic primary mirror)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolving Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.60″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStellar Limit Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Practical Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight gathering power (compared to the unaided eye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e816\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2″ Crayford with 1.25″ adaptor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIn The Box\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinderscope 6X30 straight version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyepiece 1.25″ Sky-Watcher 70° Wide-Angle Series 20mm (48x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyepiece 1.25″ Sky-Watcher 70° Wide-Angle Series 12.5mm (120x)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyepiece adaptor from 2″ to 1.25″ with M42 thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2″ Tube Extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/S-W_Dobsonian_Manual_-_Solid-Tube-Dobsonians.pdf?v=1631495188\" title=\"Sky-Watcher Dobsonian Manual\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Telescope Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32176796401712,"sku":"SWDOB200","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Sky-Watcher_8_inch_Dobsonian_telescope_Main.webp?v=1762474351"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-10-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c514\" class=\"component_ProductDisplay_ProductDetailsComponents_ProductDescription\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo deeper into the night sky with powerful 254mm optics that bring galaxies, rich star clusters, bright nebulae and detailed planets vividly within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian is a powerful visual telescope built around one of the most valuable things in astronomy: aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIts large 254mm parabolic primary mirror gathers enough light to make deep-sky observing genuinely exciting. \u003c\/strong\u003eGlobular clusters become rich concentrations of stars, bright nebulae reveal greater extent and structure, and galaxies become increasingly rewarding targets under darker skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand's southern sky gives a telescope of this size an extraordinary range of objects to explore. Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae are spectacular globular clusters, the Carina Nebula offers a huge complex of nebulosity and stars, while Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy provide completely different deep-sky experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe same aperture delivers impressive planetary performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturn's rings can show fine structure when conditions are steady, Jupiter reveals its major cloud belts and can show additional atmospheric detail, while Mars can reveal darker surface markings when favourably positioned. The Moon becomes an extraordinary landscape of craters, mountains, ridges and shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite all that optical capability, using the telescope remains simple. The solid optical tube moves naturally by hand on the Dobsonian base, with no GoTo system, electronics, batteries or alignment routine standing between you and the view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tension-control system lets you adjust the movement to suit your preferred observing feel, while the 2\" focuser gives you the flexibility to use both 2\" and 1.25\" eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its powerful 10-inch aperture, the Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian opens up a far richer night sky,  from detailed planets and spectacular star clusters to nebulae and galaxies under darker skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful 254mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e — gathers substantial light for galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and detailed planetary observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent deep-sky performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — particularly rewarding on globular clusters, bright nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong planetary capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Saturn, Jupiter, Mars and the Moon all benefit from the resolving power of the large aperture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed to provide sharp, well-defined astronomical views.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePyrex primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e — low thermal expansion helps the mirror adjust as temperatures change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Dobsonian operation\u003c\/strong\u003e — move the telescope naturally by hand with no motors or computerised controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTension-control system\u003c\/strong\u003e — allows smooth movement while helping the optical tube remain stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\" focuser with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with both common eyepiece formats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube and base separate easily\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful when moving the telescope between observing locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year Sky-Watcher warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10\" Dobsonian gives you a genuinely extensive range of night-sky targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobular clusters such as Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae become impressive fields of stars, while open clusters reveal rich groupings spread across the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Carina Nebula is an outstanding southern target, with broad regions of nebulosity, embedded clusters and surrounding Milky Way star fields. Planetary nebulae and other smaller deep-sky objects add still more variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalaxies are a genuine strength of 254mm aperture.\u003c\/strong\u003e Centaurus A, the Sculptor Galaxy and other brighter galaxies become worthwhile visual targets, while darker skies allow you to explore a much larger catalogue of fainter objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn's rings are striking, with the Cassini Division possible in steady conditions. Jupiter can show its major cloud belts and finer atmospheric features, while Mars can reveal darker markings when well positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon is equally impressive, with fine structure visible across crater walls, mountain ranges, ridges and changing shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisual astronomy remains different from long-exposure photography, so faint galaxies and nebulae are subtler through the eyepiece than in images. But the 10\" aperture gives you considerably more light to work with and a much richer range of objects to explore directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Dobsonian Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian combines large-aperture performance with very straightforward operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope moves in two natural directions — up and down, and around the horizon. Use the finderscope to locate the area of sky you want, move the optical tube by hand and then observe through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no polar alignment, no coordinate system and no electronic setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tension-control system lets you fine-tune the resistance in the movement, helping the tube glide smoothly when repositioned and remain stable once you stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube and base are separate components, so they can also be moved individually whenever that is more convenient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian difficult to use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Despite its powerful optics, the telescope itself is extremely straightforward to operate. You simply move the tube by hand on the Dobsonian base and nudge it occasionally to follow objects as they move across the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian particularly good for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 254mm aperture makes it especially rewarding for galaxies, nebulae, globular clusters and other deep-sky objects, while Saturn, Jupiter, Mars and the Moon are also excellent targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope automatically find or track objects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a completely manual telescope. You locate targets yourself and gently move the tube to follow them through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*5 Years Sky-Watcher limited warranty*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"501\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003e254mm \/ 10 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003ef\/4.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eMax Practical Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003e508\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003e2” focuser with 1.25” adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eEYEPIECES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003eSky-Watcher Super Plossl 10 mm \u0026amp; 25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eFINDERSCOPE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003e31kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 223.042px;\"\u003eDimension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 324.958px;\"\u003e67x80x11cm \u0026amp; 126x47x52cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32176823926832,"sku":"SWDOB250","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Sky-Watcher_10_Dobsonian_Telescope-_Side_view.webp?v=1762473139"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-8-dobsonian-smartphone-app-enabled-telescope","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer 8\" Dobsonian Smartphone App-Enabled Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA powerful 8\" telescope with Celestron's smartphone guidance, great viewing with an easy way to find your way around the night sky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer 8\" Dobsonian combines the impressive viewing power of a large 203mm aperture with Celestron's StarSense Explorer technology to help you find your way around the night sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe large parabolic primary mirror collects enough light to make deep-sky observing a real part of the experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore nebulae, star clusters and brighter galaxies, see more stars within clusters and pick out finer detail, while also enjoying excellent views of Saturn, Jupiter and the Moon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere this telescope really stands apart from a conventional manual Dobsonian is in finding what you want to see. \u003c\/strong\u003eChoose an object in the StarSense Explorer app and follow the on-screen arrows as you move the telescope by hand. Once you arrive at the target, look through the eyepiece and enjoy the view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a full-size floor-standing Dobsonian base, no tripod or raised surface is required. The telescope separates into the optical tube and base for carrying and storage, giving you substantial 8\" viewing power in a straightforward manual telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the 8\"?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 8\" offers an excellent balance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eserious viewing power, price and manageable size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e203mm aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives you the light-gathering power needed to make galaxies, nebulae and star clusters a much more rewarding part of your observing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee more detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, from structure in brighter nebulae and more stars within clusters to finer lunar and planetary detail when conditions allow\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent all-round viewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e across deep-sky objects, planets and the Moon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e helps you actually find the objects the telescope is capable of showing you\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple manual Dobsonian design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with smooth up-and-down and side-to-side movement\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-size floor-standing base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so no table or tripod is required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives you the option of using both 2\" and 1.25\" eyepieces\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19.7kg complete\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the optical tube and base separating for easier carrying and storage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor beginners and more experienced observers alike\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 8\" offers an excellent combination of easy operation, serious viewing power and plenty to explore as your interest in astronomy grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is where the 8\" aperture starts to become exciting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNebulae, star clusters and galaxies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e become an important part of what you can explore rather than simply an occasional target. Bright nebulae such as Orion can reveal structure, star clusters can resolve into many individual stars, and brighter galaxies such as Andromeda are well within reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 203mm aperture also gives the telescope the ability to reveal finer detail. On suitable nights, Jupiter can show its main cloud bands and four bright Galilean moons, Saturn's rings are clearly visible, and the Moon reveals an extraordinary amount of detail across its craters, mountain ranges and shadows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExactly what you see will vary with the object and observing conditions, but an 8\" Dobsonian provides enough aperture to keep revealing new targets as your interest in astronomy develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow StarSense Explorer Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer combines your smartphone with Celestron's dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense dock and built-in mirror system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour phone sits in the StarSense dock above a specially positioned mirror. The mirror reflects the pattern of stars overhead into your phone's camera, while the StarSense Explorer app analyses those star patterns and calculates exactly where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the phone and telescope are aligned, the app automatically provides objects that are currently available to view. Choose what you want to explore and arrows on the screen guide you as you manually move the Dobsonian towards it. When the target is correctly positioned, the bullseye turns green and you look through the telescope's eyepiece to view it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe app also provides information about thousands of celestial objects, together with audio descriptions for hundreds of them, helping you learn more about what you are viewing as you explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe phone is an important part of the system, but it isn't simply acting as a normal astronomy app using the phone's direction sensors. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense dock, mirror, smartphone camera and Celestron software work together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to determine where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are no motors moving the telescope for you — StarSense tells you where to go and you move the Dobsonian by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-Size Dobsonian Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe 8\" is mounted on a stable floor-standing Dobsonian base, so it sits directly on the ground with no table or tripod required.  \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe base allows smooth, straightforward up-and-down and side-to-side movement as you locate and follow objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge altitude bearings and adjustable altitude tension help provide smooth, controlled movement as you locate and follow objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor carrying and storage, the telescope separates into two main pieces. The optical tube weighs approximately 9.3kg and the base approximately 10.3kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 25mm Plössl eyepiece is supplied, providing 48x magnification. The 2\" Crayford focuser also accepts 1.25\" eyepieces with the supplied adapter, allowing you to add different eyepieces for a wider range of magnifications and fields of view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron XLT mirror coatings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — applied to the primary and secondary mirrors to improve light throughput and contrast, helping produce brighter views and reveal finer detail\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-expansion optical glass mirrors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — help maintain optical performance as temperatures change during an observing session\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, adjustable Dobsonian movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — large altitude bearings, Teflon azimuth bearings and adjustable altitude tension provide smooth movement and help compensate for slight changes in balance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional base bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — side-panel braces add stability to the Dobsonian base\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanning handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — provides a convenient grip for accurately moving the telescope without having to hold the optical tube itself\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — provides smooth, precise focusing and includes a 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter and 2\" extension tube, allowing you to use a wide range of telescope eyepieces\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to separate for carrying and storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — the optical tube and base come apart, with ergonomic carrying handles provided\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust covers included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — covers are supplied for the front of the optical tube and the focuser when the telescope is not in use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the StarSense Explorer 8\" suitable as a first telescope?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The manual Dobsonian mount is straightforward to use, while StarSense removes much of the difficulty of finding objects. Its 203mm aperture also gives a first-time owner enough capability to explore the night sky for many years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need a table or tripod for the 8\" Dobsonian?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. This is a full-size floor-standing Dobsonian. The base sits directly on the ground and supports the optical tube without a separate table or tripod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use the StarSense Explorer 8\" for astrophotography?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is primarily designed for visual observing. Smartphone, lunar and planetary imaging is possible, but the manual Dobsonian mount does not automatically track the sky and is not intended for conventional long-exposure deep-sky astrophotography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer works with most modern iPhone and Android smartphones. Because compatibility requirements can change as phones and operating systems are updated, we recommend checking your phone with Celestron's current \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer compatibility checker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 428px;\" class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e203mm (8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e1200mm (47.24\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003ef\/5.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e48x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e29x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e14.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e841x as compared to the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eXLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide and tantalum pentoxide protective overcoatings for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003ePyrex equivalent for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003ePrimary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e25mm (0.98\") (approx. 1:8 thickness ratio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e8.5mm (0.33\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e47mm (1.85\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e2\" Crayford focuser, includes 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e0.68 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e0.57 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e1117.6mm x 241.3mm diameter (44\" x 9.5\" diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e20.6 lbs (9.34 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eAltazimuth Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e685.8mm x 482.6mm x 482.6mm (27\" x 19\" x 19\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e22.8 lbs (10.3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e43.4 lbs (19.68 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Base\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer dock\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer unlock code\u003cbr\u003eEyepiece rack\u003cbr\u003eCollimation cap\u003cbr\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\" class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"358\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/chPinJ375AQ\" title=\"Introducing the Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"358\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RgxbR7S-VHc\" title=\"Explore the Universe with Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian Telescopes\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Introducing StarSense Explorer DX\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hb0x-IdeDs\" height=\"208\" width=\"358\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Awards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEDISON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS \u0026amp; INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY’S LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GOLD WINNER 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron took gold! With over 3K entries worldwide, our StarSense Explorer won gold in the Edison Awards’ Learning Technologies category. StarSense Explorer has truly revolutionized amateur astronomy for the better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIHS MARKIT SHOWSTOPPERS CES 2020 INNOVATION AWARD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/TEACHING AIDS GOLD WINNER 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/SELF LEARNING DEVICE SILVER WINNER 2019\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEWSWEEK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt’s an irresistible proposition from amateur astronomers and other stargazers: Get the capabilities of a professional observatory in a telescope that costs less than $500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWIRED \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you’ve ever hunted for stars using a low-cost telescope, you’ll appreciate Celestron’s new StarSense Explorer telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOPULAR SCIENCE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of my favorite products that I cam across today [CES Show Stopper] uses some of the simplest tech to achieve its purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel_SSE_Dob_-_quick_set_up_guide-_22470-22471_SSE_Dob_QSG_5languages-FINAL.pdf?v=1658375984\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Dobsonian Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Celestron_SSE_22470-22471_SSE_Dob_Instruction_Manual_5Languages.pdf?v=1658375988\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Dobsonian Instruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5_languages_2021.pdf?v=1658375983\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer App Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40347267792944,"sku":"22470","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel-SSE-Dob-8--1-for-collection--c.jpg?v=1787880241"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-10-smartphone-app-enabled-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer 10\" Smartphone app-enabled dobsonian telescope","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGo deeper into galaxies, nebulae and star clusters with powerful 254mm optics and StarSense smartphone guidance that makes the night sky remarkably easy to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer 10\" Dobsonian \u003cstrong\u003eputs serious deep-sky performance within reach without making the telescope complicated to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts large 254mm parabolic primary mirror collects enough light to make galaxies, nebulae and star clusters a major part of your observing rather than occasional targets. Fainter objects become easier to detect, rich clusters reveal more stars, and brighter nebulae and galaxies offer greater opportunity to see structure and subtle differences in brightness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat same aperture delivers impressive performance on the Moon and planets, with the resolving ability to reveal fine detail when atmospheric conditions allow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer then tackles one of the biggest challenges of owning a telescope with this much capability: finding all those objects. Choose a target in the app and follow the on-screen guidance as you manually move the telescope towards it. You retain the simplicity and direct eyepiece experience of a traditional Dobsonian, while your smartphone helps you navigate the sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its substantial 254mm aperture, the solid optical tube is approximately 1.12m long. The telescope separates into the optical tube and floor-standing Dobsonian base for carrying and storage, \u003cstrong\u003emaking this a substantial but still practical large-aperture telescope for many households.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a first-time telescope owner prepared to invest in serious visual capability, the StarSense Explorer 10\" offers enormous room to explore. Experienced observers will equally appreciate the combination of large-aperture Dobsonian simplicity and fast, effective smartphone-assisted navigation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the StarSense Explorer 10\"?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful 254mm aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — see fainter galaxies and nebulae, richer star clusters and impressive lunar and planetary detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense smartphone guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — makes locating the huge range of objects available to a 10\" telescope dramatically easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerious deep-sky capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a large mirror gives you far more night sky to explore as your observing experience develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple manual Dobsonian operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — no motorised mount or external telescope power supply required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-size floor-standing design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — sits directly on the ground with no table or tripod required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — smooth focusing with support for both 2\" and 1.25\" eyepieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-piece construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — separates into the optical tube and base for carrying and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 254mm mirror makes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep-sky observing one of this telescope's great strengths\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. From New Zealand, Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae become magnificent fields of densely packed stars, while the Carina Nebula reveals extensive nebulosity against rich southern Milky Way star fields. Planetary nebulae, open clusters and a wide range of galaxies also come within reach, with darker skies allowing the telescope to go deeper still.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the planets, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturn's rings are beautifully defined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the Cassini Division can be visible under good conditions. Jupiter reveals its major cloud belts, Galilean moons and finer atmospheric features when seeing permits. Mars can show surface markings when favourably positioned, while the Moon becomes an intricate landscape of craters, mountain ranges, ridges and shadows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is also plenty to enjoy from New Zealand towns and cities. The Moon, planets, double stars, clusters and brighter nebulae remain excellent targets. Under darker skies, the 254mm aperture really comes into its own, revealing fainter galaxies and nebulae and more subtle structure within brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow StarSense Explorer Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer uses your smartphone camera together with Celestron's dedicated StarSense dock and mirror to determine where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter an initial alignment, the app analyses the star patterns overhead and shows objects currently available to observe. Choose a target and arrows guide you as you manually move the Dobsonian. When the bullseye turns green, look through the eyepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a motorised GoTo telescope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. StarSense tells you where to point; you move the telescope yourself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat gives you the mechanical simplicity of a traditional Dobsonian without requiring you to master star charts or star-hopping before you can start finding galaxies, nebulae and other deep-sky objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-Size Dobsonian Design \u0026amp; Other Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe StarSense Explorer 10\" sits on a stable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efloor-standing Dobsonian base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with large altitude bearings, adjustable altitude tension and Teflon azimuth bearings for smooth manual movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA panning handle provides a convenient grip for accurately guiding the telescope without holding the optical tube itself, while additional bracing adds stability to the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe complete telescope weighs approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.9kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but separates into a 13.2kg optical tube and 11.6kg base. Ergonomic carrying handles make the individual components easier to move.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron applies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXLT reflective coatings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to both mirrors to improve light throughput and contrast, while low-expansion optical glass helps maintain optical performance as temperatures change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides smooth, precise focusing and accepts both 2\" and 1.25\" eyepieces, giving you considerable scope to expand your eyepiece collection as your interests develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow practical is the 10\" StarSense Dobsonian to move?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a substantial telescope, but the optical tube and base separate for carrying. The tube weighs approximately 13.2kg and the base approximately 11.6kg, so most owners move the two components individually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the telescope itself need batteries or an external power supply?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The Dobsonian mount is completely manual. Your smartphone powers the StarSense app, so there are no mount motors, telescope batteries or external power cables to manage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use 2\" eyepieces with the StarSense Explorer 10\"?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its 2\" Crayford focuser accepts 2\" eyepieces and also supports standard 1.25\" eyepieces using the supplied adapter. This gives you plenty of scope to expand your eyepiece collection later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe StarSense Explorer app is available for supported iPhone and Android smartphones. Because phone and operating-system requirements change over time, we recommend checking your phone with Celestron's current StarSense Explorer compatibility information before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 428px;\" class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e254mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e1200mm (47.24\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003ef\/4.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e48x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e600x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e36x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e14.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e1317x as compared to the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eXLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide and tantalum pentoxide protective overcoatings for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003ePyrex equivalent for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003ePrimary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e30mm (1.18\") (approx. 1:8 thickness ratio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e11.5mm (0.45\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e64mm (2.52\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e2\" Crayford focuser, includes 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e0.55 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e0.46 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e1117.6mm x 292.1mm diameter (44\" x 11.5\" diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e29.2 lbs (13.24 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eAltazimuth Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e673.1mm x 533.4mm x 533.4mm (26.5\" x 21\" x 21\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e25.6 lbs (11.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54.8 lbs (24.86 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\"\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Base\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer dock\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer unlock code\u003cbr\u003eEyepiece rack\u003cbr\u003eCollimation cap\u003cbr\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 148.771px;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 265.229px;\" class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"358\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/chPinJ375AQ\" title=\"Introducing the Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"358\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RgxbR7S-VHc\" title=\"Explore the Universe with Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian Telescopes\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Introducing StarSense Explorer DX\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hb0x-IdeDs\" height=\"208\" width=\"358\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Awards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEDISON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS \u0026amp; INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY’S LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GOLD WINNER 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron took gold! With over 3K entries worldwide, our StarSense Explorer won gold in the Edison Awards’ Learning Technologies category. StarSense Explorer has truly revolutionized amateur astronomy for the better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIHS MARKIT SHOWSTOPPERS CES 2020 INNOVATION AWARD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/TEACHING AIDS GOLD WINNER 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/SELF LEARNING DEVICE SILVER WINNER 2019\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEWSWEEK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt’s an irresistible proposition from amateur astronomers and other stargazers: Get the capabilities of a professional observatory in a telescope that costs less than $500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWIRED \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you’ve ever hunted for stars using a low-cost telescope, you’ll appreciate Celestron’s new StarSense Explorer telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOPULAR SCIENCE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of my favorite products that I cam across today [CES Show Stopper] uses some of the simplest tech to achieve its purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel_SSE_Dob_-_quick_set_up_guide-_22470-22471_SSE_Dob_QSG_5languages-FINAL.pdf?v=1658375984\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Dobsonian Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Celestron_SSE_22470-22471_SSE_Dob_Instruction_Manual_5Languages.pdf?v=1658375988\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Dobsonian Instruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5_languages_2021.pdf?v=1658375983\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer App Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40347309015088,"sku":"22471","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel-SSE-Dob-10--2.jpg?v=1787889221"},{"product_id":"celestron-robert-reeves-edition-firstscope-tabletop-telescope","title":"Celestron Robert Reeves Tabletop Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c514\" class=\"component_ProductDisplay_ProductDetailsComponents_ProductDescription\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully simple 76mm tabletop telescope for exploring the Moon, star clusters and brighter night-sky sights, with a wide view and almost no setup standing between you and the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron Robert Reeves FirstScope is designed to make astronomy easy to start and genuinely enjoyable from the very first observing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIts compact tabletop Dobsonian mount needs no tripod, batteries, alignment routine or complicated controls. Place it on a stable table or outdoor bench, insert an eyepiece and move the telescope naturally by hand towards the part of the sky you want to explore.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 76mm reflector optics and short 300mm focal length give the FirstScope a broad field of view that is particularly enjoyable for sweeping through star fields, exploring open star clusters and taking in brighter extended objects such as the Orion Nebula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon is a special part of this telescope's story. The optical tube features Robert Reeves' detailed lunar imagery identifying ten prominent lunar features, including well-known craters such as Tycho, Copernicus and Plato. The included Lunar Landscapes ebook then gives you more to discover as you begin identifying features through the eyepiece for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanets add another dimension. Jupiter's four major moons are easy to see, while Saturn's distinctive rings can be recognised when conditions are favourable. The telescope is better suited to broad, easy exploration than chasing extreme magnification, which makes its simple tabletop format especially enjoyable for new observers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt only around 2kg, the FirstScope is also easy to move from room to room, take outside or bring away for a weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone wanting a compact telescope that makes getting started in astronomy almost effortless, the Robert Reeves FirstScope combines simplicity, a genuinely useful wide field and an engaging introduction to the Moon and night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Robert Reeves FirstScope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally easy to use\u003c\/strong\u003e — place it on a stable raised surface, point it by hand and start observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e76mm reflector optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — rewarding on the Moon, open star clusters, brighter nebulae and the brightest planets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide-field 300mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for sweeping larger areas of sky and exploring star-rich regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15x and 75x magnifications included\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful low-power exploration plus closer views of bright targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Reeves lunar artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e — identifies ten prominent lunar features directly on the telescope tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLunar Landscapes ebook included\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds an engaging guide to exploring the Moon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact tabletop Dobsonian mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — no tripod, motors or electronic setup required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight and easy to move\u003c\/strong\u003e — approximately 1.95kg complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FirstScope is particularly enjoyable on bright, larger and wider-field targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon reveals crater walls, mountains, ridges and changing shadows, with the Robert Reeves lunar guide giving you specific features to seek out as the lunar phase changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen star clusters suit the telescope's wide field particularly well. The Southern Pleiades and Jewel Box Cluster provide attractive groups of stars, while sweeping through rich areas of the Milky Way can reveal impressive star fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orion Nebula can appear as a soft area of nebulosity under suitable skies, while other bright clusters and double stars provide plenty more to discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter's four Galilean moons are readily visible as bright points around the planet. Saturn remains small through this compact telescope, but its distinctive ringed shape can be recognised when observing conditions are good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Tabletop Observing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FirstScope uses a compact Dobsonian base rather than a tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it on a stable table, bench or other raised surface at a comfortable observing height. The tube then moves naturally up and down and around the horizon simply by pushing it gently by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat simplicity is one of the telescope's biggest strengths. There are no electronics, coordinates or alignment procedures to learn before you begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore the Moon with Robert Reeves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned lunar photographer Robert Reeves' imagery wraps around the telescope tube and identifies ten prominent lunar features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Moon changes phase, different craters, mountain ranges and shadows become easier to see. The supplied Lunar Landscapes ebook provides additional information and images, turning lunar observing into an ongoing exploration rather than a single first look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Robert Reeves FirstScope suitable as a first telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its tabletop Dobsonian mount is extremely straightforward to use, there is almost no setup required, and its wide field makes exploring bright night-sky objects easy and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Robert Reeves FirstScope suitable for children?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its simple tabletop mount, light weight and minimal setup make it particularly easy for children to use. Younger children may still need some adult help with aiming and focusing, but there are no complicated controls, motors or alignment procedures to learn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the FirstScope need a tripod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is designed as a tabletop telescope and sits on its own Dobsonian base. A stable table, bench or similar raised surface provides the observing height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see Saturn and Jupiter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Jupiter's four major moons are easy to see, while Saturn's distinctive rings can be recognised under good conditions. The telescope's particular strength, however, is broad-field observing of the Moon, star clusters and brighter areas of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 417px;\" class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e76mm (2.99\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e300mm (12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003ef\/3.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e20mm (0.79\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e15x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e4mm (0.16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e75x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eBarlow Lens:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eplastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e180x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e11x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e11.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e1.83 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e1.53 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e118x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\" class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"344\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W95lT6XsDQU\" title=\"FirstScope Signature Series Moon by Robert Reeves\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel_-_22016_FirstScope_Signature_Series_Moon_Manual_5lang_PRINT.pdf?v=1662089665\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFirstScope Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40463339487280,"sku":"22016","price":199.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Celestron_Robert_Reeves_Edition_FirstScope_Tabletop_Telescope.webp?v=1762469922"},{"product_id":"celestron-robert-reeves-edition-firstscope-tabletop-telescope-plus-accessory-pack","title":"Celestron Robert Reeves Tabletop Telescope plus Accessory Pack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c514\" class=\"component_ProductDisplay_ProductDetailsComponents_ProductDescription\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete, easy-to-use 76mm tabletop astronomy kit with four useful magnifications, finder, Moon filter and carry bag for exploring the Moon, star clusters and brighter night-sky sights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Celestron Robert Reeves FirstScope with Accessory Pack gives you an exceptionally simple tabletop telescope together with the extra equipment that makes finding, viewing and travelling with it even more flexible.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact 76mm reflector sits on a tabletop Dobsonian mount, so getting started is remarkably easy. Place it on a stable table or outdoor bench, point the telescope naturally by hand and begin exploring — with no tripod assembly, motors, batteries or electronic alignment procedures required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts short 300mm focal length provides a broad view of the sky that is particularly enjoyable for open star clusters, Milky Way star fields, the Moon and brighter nebulae such as Orion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe accessory package gives you four useful magnifications rather than forcing you to choose between only very low and high power. The supplied eyepieces provide 15x, 24x, 50x and 75x, allowing you to move naturally from broad sky views through to closer inspection of the Moon and brighter planets.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 5x24 finderscope makes aiming at specific targets considerably easier, while the Moon filter reduces lunar brightness for more comfortable observing. When you're finished, the telescope and accessories can be packed into the supplied carry bag ready for another night or a trip away.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon is also built into the experience. Robert Reeves' detailed lunar imagery covers the optical tube and identifies ten prominent features to seek out through the telescope, while the included Lunar Landscapes ebook provides more guidance as you explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone wanting a compact astronomy setup that is easy to use but comes with a particularly practical set of observing accessories, the Robert Reeves FirstScope package offers a great deal of night-sky exploring in a very manageable format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Robert Reeves FirstScope + Accessory Pack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete tabletop astronomy kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — telescope, four useful magnifications, finder, Moon filter and carry bag included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e76mm reflector optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — enjoyable on the Moon, star clusters, bright nebulae and the brightest planets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide-field 300mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for sweeping star fields and larger night-sky targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour useful magnifications\u003c\/strong\u003e — 15x, 24x, 50x and 75x give you much more flexibility across different targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5x24 finderscope\u003c\/strong\u003e — makes locating specific objects in the sky easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoon filter included\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces glare for more comfortable lunar observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarry bag included\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps the compact telescope and accessories together for transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Reeves lunar artwork and ebook\u003c\/strong\u003e — turns exploring the Moon into an engaging ongoing project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple tabletop Dobsonian mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — no motors, batteries or complicated setup required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FirstScope package gives you a varied range of bright night-sky objects to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon is particularly rewarding. Different eyepiece magnifications let you move between broader lunar views and closer inspection of craters, mountains and shadows, while the Moon filter makes prolonged observing more comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen star clusters and broad star fields suit the telescope's short focal length extremely well. The Southern Pleiades and Jewel Box Cluster provide attractive groups of individual stars, while darker locations reveal increasingly rich Milky Way fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orion Nebula can appear as a soft glow surrounding its central stars, while double stars and other bright objects add more targets throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter's four major moons are easily visible, and the higher magnifications provide useful closer views of the planet. Saturn remains small, but its distinctive ringed shape can be recognised under favourable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour Useful Magnifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accessory pack gives you a particularly practical range of observing powers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15x\u003c\/strong\u003e — broad views for sweeping star fields and larger targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24x\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful for clusters, wider lunar views and locating objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50x\u003c\/strong\u003e — closer views of the Moon and brighter targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75x\u003c\/strong\u003e — the highest supplied power for suitable lunar and planetary observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving intermediate magnifications makes it easier to choose a view that suits both the object and the observing conditions rather than simply chasing the highest possible power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasier Target Finding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 5x24 finderscope gives you a wider, low-power view of the sky to help aim the telescope towards a specific object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the target is centred in the finder, move to the telescope's low-power eyepiece and refine the position before increasing magnification if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tabletop Dobsonian mount remains extremely simple: gently move the tube by hand and nudge it as needed to follow objects across the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore the Moon with Robert Reeves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert Reeves' lunar photography wraps around the optical tube and identifies ten prominent lunar features, giving you specific places to search for through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included Lunar Landscapes ebook provides additional images and information, while the Moon filter makes bright lunar observing more comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this telescope suitable for someone completely new to astronomy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The tabletop Dobsonian mount is extremely straightforward to use, while the supplied finder and range of eyepieces make locating and exploring targets easier from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Robert Reeves FirstScope suitable for children?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eYes. Its simple tabletop mount, light weight and minimal setup make it particularly easy for children to use. Younger children may still need some adult help with aiming and focusing, but there are no complicated controls, motors or alignment procedures to learn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are several eyepieces included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent objects benefit from different magnifications. Lower powers give wider views for finding targets and observing star fields, while the 50x and 75x options provide closer views of the Moon and brighter planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope need a tripod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The supplied Dobsonian base is designed to sit on a stable table, bench or similar raised surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the carry bag useful for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bag keeps the compact telescope and accessories together and makes the FirstScope easy to take away on holidays, family trips or to a darker observing location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron Mini Dobsonian First Scope Accessory Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e includes the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Super eyepieces 12.5mm \u0026amp; 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5x24 finderscope and bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoon filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBONUS Astronomy Software download so you can learn more about the night sky \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 417px;\" class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e76mm (2.99\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e300mm (12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003ef\/3.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eEyepieces \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e20mm, 12.5mm. 6mm \u0026amp; 4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eEye piece Magnification \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e15x, 24x, 50x, 75x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eMoon Filter \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eYes \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eBag for accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eBarlow Lens:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eplastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e180x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e11x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e11.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e1.83 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e1.53 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003e118x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 158.292px;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 243.708px;\" class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"344\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W95lT6XsDQU\" title=\"FirstScope Signature Series Moon by Robert Reeves\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel_-_22016_FirstScope_Signature_Series_Moon_Manual_5lang_PRINT.pdf?v=1662089665\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFirstScope Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content_container_512_2\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40869937217584,"sku":"22016-Acc","price":299.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Celestron_Robert_Reeves_Edition_FirstScope_Tabletop_Telescope_plus_Accessory_Pack.webp?v=1762469859"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-150mm-dobsonian-smartphone-app-enabled-telescope","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm Dobsonian Smartphone App-Enabled Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact 150mm StarSense Dobsonian with impressive night-sky capability, easy smartphone guidance and far more viewing power than its tabletop size might suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm Tabletop Dobsonian combines a substantial 150mm parabolic primary mirror with Celestron's StarSense Explorer technology, \u003cstrong\u003egiving you a very capable night-sky telescope in a much more compact design.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tabletop design is a more compact way of mounting a 150mm reflector. The telescope still has the aperture to explore nebulae, star clusters and brighter galaxies, while also providing rewarding views of Saturn, Jupiter and the Moon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact size is one of its real strengths. The telescope weighs 11.3kg complete and the optical tube is only around 72cm long, making it easier to store, carry outside or take with you than a larger floor-standing Dobsonian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer then makes finding your way around the night sky much easier. Choose an object in the app and follow the on-screen arrows as you move the telescope by hand. Once the bullseye turns green, look through the eyepiece and enjoy the view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the 150mm Tabletop?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe 150mm is a great choice if you want genuine telescope performance without the size, weight and cost of a larger floor-standing Dobsonian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150mm parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides substantial light-gathering power for planets, star clusters, nebulae and brighter galaxies\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact tabletop design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives you a capable telescope that is much easier to store and transport\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA genuine 150mm reflector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — the tabletop base changes how the telescope is supported, not what the optics are capable of showing you\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e helps you find objects without needing to learn the night sky first\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo eyepieces included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing 30x and 75x magnification straight out of the box\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple manual Dobsonian movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes the telescope straightforward to point and follow across the sky\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11.3kg complete\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a relatively short 72cm optical tube\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional tripod available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if you would rather use the telescope as a freestanding setup\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor beginners and more experienced observers alike, the 150mm offers an excellent combination of useful aperture, easy operation and compact size, with plenty to explore as your interest in astronomy grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its compact appearance, the 150mm aperture gives you a surprisingly wide range of night-sky objects to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStar clusters, bright nebulae and galaxies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are all within reach. The Orion Nebula can show its glowing central region and the stars of the Trapezium, the Pleiades becomes a striking field of bright stars, and the Andromeda Galaxy is among the brighter galaxies accessible to this telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJupiter can show its four bright Galilean moons and main cloud bands, while Saturn's rings are clearly visible. 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The mirror reflects the pattern of stars overhead into your phone's camera, while the StarSense Explorer app analyses those star patterns and calculates exactly where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the phone and telescope are aligned, the app automatically provides objects that are currently available to view. Choose what you want to explore and arrows on the screen guide you as you manually move the Dobsonian towards it. When the target is correctly positioned, the bullseye turns green and you look through the telescope's eyepiece to view it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe app also provides information about thousands of celestial objects, together with audio descriptions for hundreds of them, helping you learn more about what you are viewing as you explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe phone is an important part of the system, but it isn't simply acting as a normal astronomy app using the phone's direction sensors. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense dock, mirror, smartphone camera and Celestron software work together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to determine where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are no motors moving the telescope for you — StarSense tells you where to go and you move the Dobsonian by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Tabletop Dobsonian Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tabletop base is what allows Celestron to package a 150mm reflector into such a compact and easy-to-store telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace it on a solid table, bench or other stable raised surface at a comfortable viewing height. Unlike a lightweight photographic-style tripod, the broad Dobsonian base provides a solid foundation directly beneath the telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeflon bearings provide smooth movement both up and down and from side to side, while the adjustable altitude tension system helps keep the telescope balanced as you move it around the sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical tube is held in tube rings, allowing its position to be adjusted so the focuser can be placed at a comfortable viewing angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you would rather not rely on a table or bench, Celestron also offers an optional tripod specifically designed for the StarSense Explorer Tabletop Dobsonians.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150mm parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — provides considerably more light-gathering ability than smaller beginner telescopes while keeping the overall telescope compact\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminium mirror coatings with SiO₂ overcoat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — protect the reflective surfaces and provide efficient light reflection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth Dobsonian movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Teflon bearings provide smooth altitude and azimuth movement as you locate and follow objects\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable altitude tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — allows the movement to be adjusted to compensate for slight changes in balance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanning handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — provides a convenient grip for accurately moving the telescope without needing to hold the optical tube itself\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable tube rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — allow the optical tube to be rotated so the focuser can be positioned comfortably\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.25\" rack-and-pinion focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — accepts standard 1.25\" telescope eyepieces\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo eyepieces supplied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a 25mm eyepiece provides 30x magnification and a 10mm eyepiece provides 75x\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in eyepiece rack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — keeps the supplied eyepieces conveniently close while observing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarry handles and compact dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e make the telescope easier to move between storage and your observing location\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust covers included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the front of the optical tube and focuser when the telescope is not in use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the 150mm StarSense Explorer need a table?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The tabletop Dobsonian base needs a solid, stable raised surface such as a sturdy table or bench. The tabletop format keeps the telescope compact; it does not reduce the capability of the 150mm optical system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes StarSense move or track the telescope automatically?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. StarSense guides you to the object using your smartphone, but you move the telescope by hand. Once you have found the target, you continue to follow it manually through the eyepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes StarSense need an internet connection while I am observing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Once the StarSense Explorer app is installed and set up on a compatible smartphone, the system can guide you around the night sky without a Wi-Fi or mobile-data connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer works with most modern iPhone and Android smartphones. Because compatibility requirements can change as phones and operating systems are updated, we recommend checking your phone with Celestron's current \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer compatibility checker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\" role=\"table\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"width: 99.6422%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Info:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eAperture:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e150mm (5.9\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e750mm (29.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e30x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e10mm (0.39\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e75x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e354x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e21x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e459x as compared to the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eAluminum with SiO2 overcoat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eStandard optical glass for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e47mm (1.85\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e1.25\" rack-and-pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e0.92 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e0.77 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e723.9mm (28.5\") long x 190.5mm (7.5\") diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e9 lbs (4.08 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"width: 99.6422%;\"\u003eMount Info:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eAltazimuth Tabletop Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e482.6mm x 482.6mm x 469.9mm (19\" 19\" x 18.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e16 lbs (7.26 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e25 lbs (11.33 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Base\u003cbr\u003e25mm and 10mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer dock\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer unlock code\u003cbr\u003eEyepiece rack\u003cbr\u003eCollimation Cap\u003cbr\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"width: 99.6422%;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 23.6136%;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\" style=\"width: 76.0286%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe style=\"width: 358px !important; height: 208px !important; max-width: 100% !important; border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/chPinJ375AQ\" title=\"Introducing the Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian\"\u003e\n\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"width: 358px !important; height: 208px !important; max-width: 100% !important; border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hb0x-IdeDs\" title=\"Introducing StarSense Explorer DX\"\u003e\n\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEDISON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS \u0026amp; INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY’S LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GOLD WINNER 2020\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron took gold! With over 3K entries worldwide, our StarSense Explorer won gold in the Edison Awards’ Learning Technologies category. StarSense Explorer has truly revolutionized amateur astronomy for the better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIHS MARKIT SHOWSTOPPERS CES 2020 INNOVATION AWARD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/TEACHING AIDS GOLD WINNER 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/SELF LEARNING DEVICE SILVER WINNER 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEWSWEEK\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt’s an irresistible proposition from amateur astronomers and other stargazers: Get the capabilities of a professional observatory in a telescope that costs less than $500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWIRED\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you’ve ever hunted for stars using a low-cost telescope, you’ll appreciate Celestron’s new StarSense Explorer telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOPULAR SCIENCE\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of my favorite products that I cam across today [CES Show Stopper] uses some of the simplest tech to achieve its purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel_SSE_150mm_TT_DOB_Instruction_Manual_5_Languages.pdf?v=1787937073\" title=\"SSE 150mm table top manual\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Tabletop Dobsonian Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel_SSE_150mmTabletop_Dob_QSG-5_Lang_web.pdf?v=1787937072\" title=\"Table Top quick Set up Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Tabletop Dobsonian Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5_languages_2021_3243d799-5c1e-448c-8d16-f2392b4830f9.pdf?v=1787937071\" title=\"SSE App Manual\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer App Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43539543752752,"sku":"22482","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel-SSE-Dob-150--1.jpg?v=1787938020"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-12-smartphone-app-enabled-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer 12\" Smartphone app-enabled dobsonian telescope","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePush deep-sky observing further with massive 305mm aperture, revealing fainter galaxies, richer nebulae and spectacular star clusters with StarSense guidance to help you find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer 12\" Dobsonian is for someone who wants to see just how far visual astronomy can go with a large-aperture telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIts enormous 305mm parabolic primary mirror gives it the greatest light-gathering capability in Celestron's StarSense Explorer Dobsonian range\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fainter galaxies and nebulae become accessible, globular clusters explode into extraordinary numbers of stars, and brighter deep-sky objects offer more opportunity to reveal structure, contrast and subtle detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aperture is equally impressive closer to home. When atmospheric conditions allow, the 12\" has the resolving power to show exceptionally fine detail across the Moon and planets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarSense Explorer makes that huge observing potential far easier to use\u003c\/strong\u003e. Select an object in the app and follow the arrows while manually moving the telescope towards it. There are no motors deciding where you observe and no powered GoTo mount to set up: you retain the simplicity of a traditional Dobsonian and direct eyepiece viewing while StarSense handles the navigation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a genuinely large telescope, and that needs to be part of the buying decision. The optical tube is approximately 1.42m long and weighs 22.6kg, while the base weighs another 15.3kg. Importantly, the telescope separates into these two main components, so you can carry the optical tube and base individually rather than trying to move the complete telescope assembled. You will need enough space for the telescope to comfortably live in your home and should be comfortable handling the two parts, but the separate-piece design makes moving it to your observing position much more practical.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn return, you get 305mm of visual aperture and an enormous amount of night sky to explore.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense makes the telescope approachable enough for a first-time owner prepared to invest in serious equipment, while its sheer optical capability gives experienced observers the deep-sky performance expected from a 12\" Dobsonian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the StarSense Explorer 12\"?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMassive 305mm aperture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — reach fainter galaxies and nebulae, resolve extraordinary star fields and reveal subtle detail within brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum StarSense Dobsonian viewing capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — the largest aperture in Celestron's StarSense Explorer Dobsonian range.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense smartphone guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — helps you efficiently find the huge range of objects this telescope is capable of showing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional lunar and planetary potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — substantial resolving power for fine detail when atmospheric conditions cooperate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple manual Dobsonian operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — serious aperture without the complexity or external power requirements of a motorised GoTo mount.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable floor-standing base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — large bearings, adjustable tension and additional bracing support smooth, controlled movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — precise focusing with compatibility for both 2\" and 1.25\" eyepieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a telescope built for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep-sky exploration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Under New Zealand skies, Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae become spectacular masses of resolved stars, while the Carina Nebula reveals extensive nebulosity threaded through rich stellar fields. Galaxies such as Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy are rewarding visual targets, and darker skies bring a much wider range of fainter galaxies, planetary nebulae and other deep-sky objects within reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Moon and planets are equally capable of delivering memorable views. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturn's rings and the Cassini Division can appear sharply defined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Jupiter offers cloud belts, moons and finer atmospheric detail, and Mars can show surface features when conditions are favourable. On the Moon, the combination of aperture and resolution can reveal remarkably fine structure along crater walls, mountain ranges, rilles and changing shadows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven a telescope this large remains worthwhile from New Zealand towns and cities. Planets, the Moon, double stars, clusters and brighter deep-sky objects remain rewarding. But darker skies are where the 305mm mirror can really stretch its legs, reaching fainter objects and revealing more of the structure hidden within the deep sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow StarSense Explorer Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarSense Explorer combines your smartphone camera with Celestron's dedicated StarSense dock and mirror system to determine where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter alignment, the app identifies objects currently available to observe. Select one and follow the on-screen arrows as you manually move the Dobsonian towards it. When the target is reached, the bullseye turns green and you view it through the telescope's eyepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno motors moving the telescope for you\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. StarSense provides the navigation while you retain full manual control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a telescope capable of showing such a large number of deep-sky objects, that guidance is particularly valuable: it helps you spend less time searching and more time actually observing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-Aperture Dobsonian Design \u0026amp; Other Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 12\" uses a heavily braced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efloor-standing Dobsonian base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with large altitude bearings, variable tension control and Teflon azimuth bearings to provide smooth manual movement despite the substantial optical tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe complete system weighs approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e37.9kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, separating into a 22.6kg optical tube and 15.3kg base. Carry handles are positioned to help with moving the components individually, but this is still a telescope that deserves some thought about storage and the route from where it is kept to where you will observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical tube measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.42m long and 35.6cm in diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so it is worth making sure you have suitable space before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat physical size exists for a very good reason: behind it sits a full 305mm primary mirror.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow-expansion optical glass with XLT reflective coatings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to help maximise light transmission, contrast and image stability as outdoor temperatures change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides smooth, precise focusing and supports both 2\" and 1.25\" eyepieces, allowing the telescope to take advantage of wide-field eyepieces as well as higher magnifications for planetary and lunar observing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs a 12\" Dobsonian too advanced for a first-time telescope owner?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot in terms of operation. The Dobsonian mount is mechanically simple and StarSense makes finding objects much easier. The main consideration is physical size: you need to be comfortable storing and moving a large telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much space does the StarSense Explorer 12\" need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical tube is approximately 1.42m long and about 35.6cm in diameter, so this is a telescope that deserves a planned storage location. The tube and base separate, which makes storage and moving considerably easier than handling the complete telescope assembled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose a 12\" telescope if I mostly observe visually?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisual observing is exactly where a 305mm aperture can be most rewarding. The larger mirror reaches fainter galaxies and nebulae, resolves more stars in dense clusters and gives brighter objects greater potential to reveal structure and fine detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe StarSense Explorer app is available for supported iPhone and Android smartphones. 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scope=\"row\"\u003ePrimary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e37mm (1.45\") (approx. 1:8 thickness ratio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e11mm (0.43\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e70mm (2.75\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e2\" Crayford focuser, includes 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e0.45 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e0.38 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e1422.4mm (56\") long x 355.6mm (14\" diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e49.8 lbs (22.58 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eMount Info:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eAltazimuth Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e635mm x 635mm x 736.6mm (25\" x 25\" x 29\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e33.8 lbs (15.33 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e83.6 lbs (37.92 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Base\u003cbr\u003e32mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer dock\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer unlock code\u003cbr\u003eEyepiece rack\u003cbr\u003eCollimation cap\u003cbr\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1337\" height=\"752\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Nmz6JwWrzew\" title='How to Install the Primary Mirror Cell into the StarSense Explorer 12\" Dobsonian'\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"358\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/chPinJ375AQ\" title=\"Introducing the Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"358\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RgxbR7S-VHc\" title=\"Explore the Universe with Celestron StarSense Explorer Dobsonian Telescopes\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Introducing StarSense Explorer DX\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hb0x-IdeDs\" height=\"208\" width=\"358\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Awards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEDISON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS \u0026amp; INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY’S LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GOLD WINNER 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron took gold! With over 3K entries worldwide, our StarSense Explorer won gold in the Edison Awards’ Learning Technologies category. StarSense Explorer has truly revolutionized amateur astronomy for the better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIHS MARKIT SHOWSTOPPERS CES 2020 INNOVATION AWARD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/TEACHING AIDS GOLD WINNER 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/SELF LEARNING DEVICE SILVER WINNER 2019\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEWSWEEK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt’s an irresistible proposition from amateur astronomers and other stargazers: Get the capabilities of a professional observatory in a telescope that costs less than $500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWIRED \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you’ve ever hunted for stars using a low-cost telescope, you’ll appreciate Celestron’s new StarSense Explorer telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOPULAR SCIENCE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of my favorite products that I cam across today [CES Show Stopper] uses some of the simplest tech to achieve its purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownload\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/12inch_quick_set_up_guide_22472_SSE_12_Dob_QSG-5_Lang_Web.pdf?v=1787961389\" title='12\" quick set up guide' rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer 12\"Dobsonian Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Celestron_SSE_22470-22471_SSE_Dob_Instruction_Manual_5Languages.pdf?v=1658375988\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Dobsonian Instruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5_languages_2021.pdf?v=1658375983\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer App Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43542004170800,"sku":"22472","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Cel-SSE-Dob-12--1.jpg?v=1787960384"}],"url":"https:\/\/telescopes.net.nz\/collections\/dobsonian-telescopes.oembed","provider":"Telescopesnz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}