Telescope-Catadioptric Telescopes-Celestron CGEM II 800 EdgeHD – 8″ EdgeHD Telescope on Computerized Equatorial Mount

The Esteemed EdgeHD Technology from Celestron
Designed to deliver superb astrophotos, an inherent flat field comes standard on this aplanatic optical assembly. Enjoy images free from coma and spherical aberration, and sharp stars all the way to the corners of the frame. The 8” aperture collects an incredible amount of light for views with high contrast and excellent detail. To further its performance, Celestron has furnished this optical tube with their patented StarBright XLT coatings for maximum light transmission. Also, features such as mirror clutches hold your mirror steady, and vents allow improved temperature equilibrium with the telescope’s surroundings. The 2032 focal length presents a deep look into space, making discovering our universe exciting! Wanting to reduce this focal length and speed up the focal ratio? Attach a third party lens accessory such as the Starizona HyperStar (not included) for wickedly fast f/1.9 imaging! To ensure that each model is up to their quality standards, Celestron tests each OTA prior to shipping.

A Steadfast, High Payload Telescope Mount
The high payload capacity and robust internal mechanics make the CGEM II an ideal choice to haul this 8” EdgeHD. This Celestron equatorial mount can be loaded with up to 40lbs of equipment, and effortlessly carries this 14lb telescope thanks to its high torque motors. These low cog DC Servo motors feature built-in optical encoders and provide smooth and quiet tracking across the night sky. Ergonomics such as longer clutch levers make loosening and tightening the axes much easier and internal cabling in both RA and DEC helps reduce dreaded cable snags. This CGEM II also allows you to track past the meridian, letting you capitalize on the most ideal portion of the night sky. The strong, sturdy tripod features 2″ stainless steel legs for maximum stability, and comes equipped with a spreader bar that doubles an accessory tray. Also, two AUX ports and an autoguider port make it easy to add extra devices to your setup! Coming standard with powerful software from Celestron, fully ASCOM compliant, and equipped with the NexStar+ hand controller, find the method of operation that’s right for you!

Ideal for Visual Astronomy and Astrophotography
There is no need to decide between astrophotography or visual astronomy, with this Celestron 8” EdgeHD, take advantage of both! Coming standard with a 40mm eyepiece and 1.25” diagonal, enjoy up close and personal views of the Orion Nebula, core of the Andromeda Galaxy, the Triangulum Galaxy, and plenty more. A 9×50 finderscope also comes within this package for effortless target alignment. The CGEM II provides exceptional tracking capabilities, making it perfect for astrophotography applications as well. Attaching your dedicated astroimaging camera or DSLR is quick and easy, and wide variety of accessories are available to enhance your astrophotography experience even further.

Included NexStar+ Hand Controller
Celestron has fitted this CGEM II 800 EdgeHD Computerized Telescope with their powerful NexStar+ hand controller. This device has been programmed with over 40,000 objects within its database, and allows the addition of 100 user-defined objects as well! Not sure what you want to observe? This hand controller is equipped with a Sky Tour feature that shows you the most popular objects for the time and location you are observing. The red backlit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen is clear and easy to read, and nineteen large backlit buttons make navigating through the controls effortless. In addition, this hand controller has a mini-USB port for connection to a PC for computer control.Please note: Celestron does not include a USB cable with their hand controller. We recommend the Apertura USB 2.0 Cable for Celestron NexStar+ Hand Controllers.

Optimized for Backyard Observing
Wanting captivating visual or astroimaging sessions from your very own backyard? This CGEM II 800 EdgeHD is the ideal option! Bright views and images are well within your reach with the 8” of aperture of this EdgeHD, and the CGEM II features a heavy duty build of a 40lb mount head, 20lb tripod, and 17lb counterweight, providing incredible stability for this OTA. Also, the option to control this telescope mount with a wide range of software means you can easily remote into your backyard rig from the comfort of your living room. The innovative internal cabling helps reduce the chances of cable snares throughout your night of imaging, giving you more peace of mind when away from your setup. With features like these, the CGEM II 800 EdgeHD earns our High Point Scientific badge of Backyard Observing!

Elevate Your Experience with a Host of Accessories!
On the body of this CGEM II, you’ll find two AUX ports. While one of these AUX ports is meant for connection with the hand controller, the additional AUX port allows attachment of user supplied accessories! Make aligning with the night sky much easier through the Celestron StarSense AutoAlign, or even add Wi-Fi capabilities with the SkyPortal WiFi Module. Need a dew solution? The Celestron 8” Dew Heater Ring fights pesky dew during temperature shifts. Install your camera with the Celestron T-Adapter, and increase the light gathering power of this 8” EdgeHD with the 0.7x Focal Reducer. Connect the StarSense Autoguider to this CGEM II for improved tracking and even sharper astroimages! With this multitude of accessories and upgrades, outgrowing your Celestron CGEM II 8” EdgeHD computerized telescope is a thing of the past.