Meade's massive, observatory class 16" LX200-ACF has 16” diameter f/10 ACF optics (focal length 4064mm) and Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) for maximum image brightness and contrast. Features the advanced LX200 AutoStar II computer system with 145,000 object library, multiple guided tours, High Precision Pointing capability with sub arc-minute pointing accuracy, Meade SmartDrive with Permanent Periodic Error Correction, and super precision electrically driven Meade Zero-Image-Shift Microfocuser.
Precise and quick star alignment is done near effortlessly with Meade's level north technology alignment system incorporating a 16 channel GPS receiver, while Home and Park functions retain information for permanant installations. The Autostar II is flash-updatable via free downloads at Meade.com (optional cable required). The drive base of the telescope has multiple input and output ports including an RS-232 PC interface and jacks for a (user supplied) CCD Autoguider and illuminated reticle.
Features:
- 16" f/10 Advanced Coma Free Optics - 4064mm focal length
- Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC)
- Super Giant Field Tripod
- AutoStar II GOTO system
- 1.25 in Diagonal prism
- 26mm Series 4000 Super Plossl Eyepiece