With the StarSense Explorer 10"
Dobsonian Optical Tube Assembly, Celestron has reinvented
the Dobsonian telescope with the StarSense Explorer–the first Dobsonian that
uses your smartphone to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in
real time. This large-aperture Celestron StarSense Explorer is ideal for
serious beginners, thanks to the app's user-friendly interface and detailed
tutorials. It's like having your own personal tour guide of the night sky. The
large aperture will ensure that you won't outgrow the telescope as you continue
on your astronomical adventures.
Leave complicated star charts, imprecise planetarium apps,
and computerized mounts behind. With the StarSense Explorer, locating objects
has never been easier, faster, or more accurate. Within minutes of setting up
the telescope, you'll be navigating the sky with confidence. Simply place your
phone in the unique StarSense dock and launch the StarSense Explorer app.
After aligning your phone to the telescope's optics (a
quick and easy procedure), the StarSense Explorer generates a list of celestial
objects currently visible. Make your selection and arrows appear on-screen,
guiding you as you move the telescope. When the object is ready to view in the
eyepiece, the bullseye turns green. As you observe, listen to hundreds of audio
descriptions and view detailed information about thousands of objects within
the app's robust database.
With a large 10" Newtonian reflector optical tube,
this telescope has enough light-gathering ability to bring out impressive
detail in celestial objects while remaining remarkably portable. You can expect
sharp, bright views of Jupiter's four Galilean moons, its cloud bands and Great
Red Spot, the rings of Saturn, the gaseous glow of the Orion Nebula, dust lanes
in the Lagoon Nebula, and our neighbor galaxy, Andromeda. Compared to the StarSense
Explorer DX 130 AZ, the 10" Dobsonian has 380% more light gathering area,
providing better views of faint objects.
All mirror surfaces are coated with Celestron's XLT optical
coatings to visibly increase contrast and light throughput for brighter views.
With XLT, you'll be able to discern subtle details while viewing the moon and
planets, as well as faint galaxies and nebulae. The mirrors are made of
low-expansion optical glass, which helps ensure the best images under changing
environmental conditions. This telescope also comes with a high-quality 2"
Crayford focuser. The Crayford design provides precise and smooth movements
without focus shifting. It also includes a 2" to 1.25" adapter and a
2" extension tube, so you can use virtually any 1.25" or 2"
telescope eyepiece with your StarSense Explorer Dobsonian. The focuser also
features a thumbscrew so you can lock in the sharpest focus.
Celestron StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian Optical
Tube Assembly
With the StarSense Explorer 10"
Dobsonian Optical Tube Assembly, Celestron has reinvented
the Dobsonian telescope with the StarSense Explorer–the first Dobsonian that
uses your smartphone to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in
real time. This large-aperture Celestron StarSense Explorer is ideal for
serious beginners, thanks to the app's user-friendly interface and detailed
tutorials. It's like having your own personal tour guide of the night sky. The
large aperture will ensure that you won't outgrow the telescope as you continue
on your astronomical adventures.
Leave complicated star charts, imprecise planetarium apps,
and computerized mounts behind. With the StarSense Explorer, locating objects
has never been easier, faster, or more accurate. Within minutes of setting up
the telescope, you'll be navigating the sky with confidence. Simply place your
phone in the unique StarSense dock and launch the StarSense Explorer app.
After aligning your phone to the telescope's optics (a
quick and easy procedure), the StarSense Explorer generates a list of celestial
objects currently visible. Make your selection and arrows appear on-screen,
guiding you as you move the telescope. When the object is ready to view in the
eyepiece, the bullseye turns green. As you observe, listen to hundreds of audio
descriptions and view detailed information about thousands of objects within
the app's robust database.
With a large 10" Newtonian reflector optical tube,
this telescope has enough light-gathering ability to bring out impressive
detail in celestial objects while remaining remarkably portable. You can expect
sharp, bright views of Jupiter's four Galilean moons, its cloud bands and Great
Red Spot, the rings of Saturn, the gaseous glow of the Orion Nebula, dust lanes
in the Lagoon Nebula, and our neighbor galaxy, Andromeda. Compared to the
StarSense Explorer DX 130 AZ, the 10" Dobsonian has 380% more light
gathering area, providing better views of faint objects.
All mirror surfaces are coated with Celestron's XLT optical
coatings to visibly increase contrast and light throughput for brighter views.
With XLT, you'll be able to discern subtle details while viewing the moon and
planets, as well as faint galaxies and nebulae. The mirrors are made of
low-expansion optical glass, which helps ensure the best images under changing
environmental conditions. This telescope also comes with a high-quality 2"
Crayford focuser. The Crayford design provides precise and smooth movements
without focus shifting. It also includes a 2" to 1.25" adapter and a
2" extension tube, so you can use virtually any 1.25" or 2"
telescope eyepiece with your StarSense Explorer Dobsonian. The focuser also
features a thumbscrew so you can lock in the sharpest focus.
Perfect for the City or Dark Sky Sites
Even if you live in a light-polluted city location, the
Celestron StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian is advanced enough to easily
pick out Jupiter, Saturn, open star clusters like the Pleiades, double stars
like Alberio, the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, and more of the best and
brightest celestial objects. But if you can take the telescope to an even
slightly darker location, more objects will become visible. With this 10"
Dobsonian and relatively dark skies, hundreds of fascinating objects are well
within your reach. Transporting your StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is easy
thanks to the ergonomic carry handles located at the balance point of the tube.
Dust covers are also included for the front of the tube and the focuser.
Smartphone Compatibility
Celestron's StarSense Explorer works with most modern
smartphones, including iPhone 6 and up, and most devices running Android 7.1.2
or later manufactured since 2016.
Patented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology
The StarSense Explorer uses patented technology and your
smartphone to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed in the night
sky. A Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), like the ones satellites use in orbit to
correctly orient themselves, helps the app match star patterns it detects
overhead to its internal database. While other astronomy apps may claim that
they can help you find objects, they rely exclusively on the phone's gyros and
accelerometers, which aren't as accurate as LISA technology. No other app can
accurately tell you when your target is visible in the eyepiece.
Celestron StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian Base
This StarSense Explorer 10"
Dobsonian Base from Celestron provides a sturdy
foundation for the StarSense Explorer 10" optical tube assembly. It
features large diameter altitude bearings with variable tensioning, Teflon
azimuth bearings, and braces on the side panels for extra stability (unlike
most 10" Dobsonian bases). The altitude bearings provide a smooth
up-and-down motion while the integrated altitude "brake" system
allows you to adjust the tension along the altitude axis for the smoothest
motion, even with slight imbalances.
Specification
Optical Design |
Dobsonian Reflector |
Aperture |
254 mm / 10" |
Focal Length |
1200 mm |
Focal Ratio |
f/4.7 |
Focuser |
Crayford |
Eyepiece Barrel Diameter |
1.25", 2" |
Diagonal |
None |
Finderscope |
Yes |
Optical Tube Dimensions |
44 x 11.5" / 111.8 x 29.2 cm |
Wi-Fi |
No |
Packaging Info OTA
Package Weight |
43 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
50 x 21 x 20" |
Celestron StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian
Base Specs
Package Weight |
33.38 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
29 x 25 x 6" |
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