- Nexstar computerized tele: The NexStar 8SE Computerized Tele features Celestron’s iconic orange tube design with updated technology and the latest features for amazing stargazing for beginners and experienced observers..
- 8-Inch aperture: The 8-inch primary mirror in this Schmidt-Cassegrain tele for adults and kids to be used together packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that our Solar System has to offer, while retaining a compact form factor. Compatible with starsense technology, Wifi.
- Fully-automated go to : Featuring a database of more than 40,000 celestial objects, the go to built into our teles for astronomy beginners automatically locates and tracks objects for you..
- Easy to assemble and break down: The single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all assemble and break down from separate components for easy transportation. SkyAlign technology gets your tele aligned and ready in minutes..
- Unbeatable warranty and customer support: Buy with confidence from the tele brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a 2-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts..
Product Description
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The best tele is the one used often to enjoy the beauty and
intrigue of the night sky. For those searching for teles for
astronomy beginners that are infused with the latest computer
technology, Celestron’s NexStar 8SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Tele
fits the bill perfectly. The NexStar 8SE Computerized Tele
features Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design and updated
technology with the latest features for amazing stargazing for
beginners and experienced observers. Celestron’s signature
tele combines advanced features and excellent optics in one
easy-to-use system, the NexStar 8SE. It’s the perfect choice for
your first serious tele, offering striking views at an
economical price.
The eight-inch primary mirror in this computerized tele
packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that our
Solar System has to offer, from Saturn’s rings to the cloud bands
on Jupiter and geographic features on the surface of the Moon.
When it comes to deep sky objects, take your 8SE to a dark-sky
site and you’ll see hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules
Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and
more. Featuring a database of more than 40,000 celestial objects,
the 8SE’s GoTo automatically locates and tracks objects for
you. You can also take a Sky Tour and let your tele show you
the best objects currently visible. The single fork arm design
and sturdy steel tripod all assemble and break down from separate
components for easy transportation. SkyAlign technology gets your
tele aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re
unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your
tele on any 3 bright objects.
The NexStar 8SE is a tele that will grow with you as you
advance in the hobby of astronomy. It’s compatible with all the
high-tech accessories advanced users love. Provide GPS
coordinates to your tele with SkySync, or add automatic
alignment functionality with StarSense AutoAlign.
Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 tele brand, based
in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a two-year warranty
and unlimited access to technical support from our team of
US-based experts.
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.com Review Celestron's Nexstar 8 SE tele combines
excellent optics and computerized "GoTo" tracking in a package
that's light, portable and affordable. The legendary performance
of Celestron's orange tube C8 tele has been updated with
high performance Starbright XLT coatings, and the single arm
Nexstar now includes Celestron's easy to use "SkyAlign"
technology.
The Nexstar 8 SE upholds Celestron's reputation for quality
optics. When I use an 11mm Plossl eyepiece (almost 200x
magnification) for example, I can easily see the Cassini Division
in Saturn's rings. When I look at Jupiter, the pale orange color
of Jupiter's famous Great Red Spot is visible, and I've even been
able to identify the polar caps and spot dust storms on the
planet Mars. A 20mm Plossl eyepiece (about 100x magnification) is
a good choice for viewing galaxies and star clusters. When I look
at globular cluster M13 in the constellation Hercules the high
contrast XLT optics show me a glowing snowflake made of hundreds
of tiny pin-point stars! And a low power 32mm Plossl eyepiece is
a good choice for views of larger deep space highlights like the
Andromeda Galaxy and the Orion Nebula.
Celestron's patented "SkyAlign" system makes the Nexstar 8 SE
very easy to use. I just pick the nearest town from the built-in
list, enter the date and time, and point the tele at three
bright stars. I don't need a star chart because "SkyAlign"
identifies the stars for me. When I just want a quick look at the
moon or a planet, I like to use the "Solar System Align" option.
After entering the date and time, I just point the tele at
the moon and press the "Align" key. That's all it takes, the
computer takes over and the tele begins tracking quietly and
accurately. At star parties I often have my Nexstar up and
running while older computerized teles are still waiting for
their alignment stars to appear in the twilight.
The Nexstar 8 SE comes with a simple red-dot finder and a
basic 25mm eyepiece. You'll want to add a few good eyepieces to
take full advantage of the Nexstar 8 SE's excellent optics. At
the very least get Celestron's bargain priced Accessory Kit which
includes high and low power plossl eyepieces, or treat yourself
to some top rated Tele Vue eyepieces. At twenty-four pounds total
weight, the Nexstar 8 SE is unusually light and portable for an
eight-inch tele. The drawback of course is that some people
will find it too light. Like other Schmidt Cassegrain (SCT)
teles there are plenty of optional accessories to upgrade
this tele with, such as heavy duty tripods and an optical
finder . If you want to try astro-photography, however,
check out Celestron's CPC 800 Tele which features a heavy
duty and tripod and an 8x50 optical finder right out
of the box. --Jeff Phillips
Pros:
* Excellent optics
* Easy computerized GoTo tracking
* Light, portable and affordable
Cons:* Plastic accessories
* Short battery life
* Too light for astro-photography
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From the Manufacturer
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Manufacturer Description
The largest of the NexStar SE family with 78% more light
gathering than a 6-inch model, the NexStar 8 SE will enable you
to see deep into the Universe. The distinctive patented fork arm
with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives
solid support to Celestron's classic 8-inch optics. The NexStar 8
SE features Schmidt-Cassegrain 8-inch aperture optics with our
premium StarBright XLT coatings and a powerful 2,032mm focal
length and f10 focal ratio.
About the NexStar SE Series:
NexStar 8 SE Features:
The NexStar 8 SE has all the same features as Celestron's most
advanced computerized GoTo teles, including our
revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology, a sky tour feature,
a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, and easy-to-use hand
control.
Plug the optional CN-16 GPS accessory into NexStar's auxiliary
port and download data from orbiting GPS satellites for truly
quick and easy alignments. The universe may be full of mysteries,
but using the NexStar 8 SE isn't one of them.
In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the
NexStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original
orange tube teles with state-of-the-art features including a
fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand
control, our superior StarBright XLT coatings, our revolutionary
SkyAlign tele alignment software, and much more.
Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable
with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy
adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a
NexStar SE will help you take a closer look.
Every NexStar SE includes a version of The Sky software Level 1
Planetarium software for exploring the Universe on your PC and
printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition, you
receive our NexRemote software that allows you to operate your
tele via your PC. This software package, valued at over
$100, is included free with your NexStar SE!
General Features:
* 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain tele
* SE combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube
teles with the latest state-of-the-art features
* StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard
* Quick release fork arm , optical tube, and accessory tray
for no-tool setup
* Celestron's unique patented single fork arm with integral hand
control design provides a rigid and smooth operating structure
for the optical tube
* StarPointer finder to help with alignment and accurately
locating objects
* Sturdy computerized altazimuth
* Ultra sturdy steel tripod with accessory tray
* Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when
observing objects that are high in the sky
Computerized Features:
* Proven NexStar computer control technology
* 40,000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and
expanded information on over 200 objects
* SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial
objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process
* Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units
for downloading product updates over the Internet
* Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects
by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple,
and quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and
asterisms
* DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
* Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography
* Double line, 16-character liquid crystal display hand control
with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of go-to features
* NexRemote tele control software and RS-232 cable included
for advanced control of your tele via computer
* GPS-compatible with optional CN16 GPS accessory (93963)
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