Telescope-Catadioptric Telescopes-Meade 16" LX200 ACF Computerized Telescope

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Telescope-Catadioptric Telescopes-Meade 16″ LX200 ACF Computerized Telescope

Overview

High Precision and High Performance. The Meade 16″ LX200 ACF Computerized Telescope

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For those looking to take their nights under the stars to the next level, this Meade 16” LX200 is the way to go! The Advanced Coma-Free optics set this LX200 apart from other computerized telescopes on the market today thanks to the unmatched level of clarity and sharpness provided, while the high precision dual fork arm mount keeps your views steady and opens the doors to near limitless celestial objects with its GoTo functionality. In addition to outstanding viewing opportunities, you can take advantage of this impressive system for lunar and planetary astrophotography as well. Specialized features such as mirror locks and permanent period error correction (PPEC) help you excel within your astroimaging journey. No matter if you choose to marvel at the Orion Nebula through your eyepiece, or wish to capture images of the planets, with this Meade LX200, you’re set up for success.

Featuring a massive 16″ aperture, this system provides 1.31x the light gathering power of the 14” LX200! Coupled with its long focal length of 4,064 mm, the 16″ LX200 is wonderful for viewing our solar system neighbors and resolving fine detail on distant, dim objects like nebulae and galaxies. The robust dual fork arm mount is a powerful foundation for this sizable OTA, providing precise GoTo slews and impressive tracking capabilities—especially at this high focal length. Included within the box are various accessories to help enhance your astronomy sessions, such as the Meade AutoStar II Hand Controller. This device acts as your control center with its extensive 145,000 database, star alignment routine, and intuitive control menu, making it easy to navigate the night sky! Powerful, versatile, and easy to use, the Meade 16” LX200 is ideal for anyone looking for the ultimate astronomy setup!

Meade Advanced Coma Free Optics

Engineered for excellence, this LX200 OTA is crafted with Advanced Coma-Free Optics (ACF) from Meade. This upgraded Schmidt-Cassegrain design replaces the traditional spherical primary mirror with an elliptical mirror, eliminating coma entirely for superb color correction, while also further reducing spherical aberration. In contrast to other Schmidt-Cassegrains on the market which reduce clarity near the edges of the frame, this Meade LX200 with ACF optics upholds sharpness across the entire field of view. In a side-by-side comparison, the difference is clear: ACF optics present the clearest, sharpest views. Not only is this optical design exceedingly beneficial for visual astronomy, it’s also ideal for short exposure astrophotography. This well-corrected field of view enables you to capture beautiful detail on our solar system neighbors. To enhance the performance of this optical system even further, the OTA is equipped with the Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) from Meade. This specialized coating formula increases light transmission by nearly 20% in comparison to other coatings for brighter, more detailed views and improved contrast!

Take Your Stargazing to a Whole New Level

This 16″ Meade LX200 is built for those looking for serious performance. Its ACF optics deliver the utmost clarity, while the robust tracking mount and included Meade AutoStar II Hand Controller provide near limitless observing opportunities. However you may choose to utilize this computerized telescope, either for visual astronomy or for astrophotography, you can expect one thing: quality. Read on as we delve into the features that make this computerized telescope a must have, highlighting its outstanding optics, the dual fork arm mount, its exceptional versatility, and plenty more!

Enormous 16” Aperture
This massive 16” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope offers 1.31x the light gathering power of the 14” LX200, making it a great choice for those seeking the pinnacle of definition within their eyepiece or camera. The primary mirror features a diameter slightly larger than 16”, presenting a brighter, fully illuminated field of view. Be stunned by the level of detail revealed on the craters of our Moon, resolve the Cassini Division on Saturn with stunning clarity, and even catch hints of the colors of the Orion Nebula, the Lagoon Nebula, and other bright nebulae under dark enough skies! The 4,064 mm focal length is great for observing far distant celestial objects such as the Crab Nebula (Messier 1), Bode’s Galaxy (Messier 81), the Sombrero Galaxy (Messier 104), and a host of others. A unique feature, this Meade 16” LX200 OTA includes mirror locks to reduce movement of the primary mirror. These locks not only improve your views, but also offer enhanced stability for astrophotography applications.

Powerful Dual Fork Arm Mount
Fitted with high precision DC Servo motors in both axes, this dual fork arm mount is designed to deliver the utmost performance. Not only can you expect smooth stable slewing, but this reliable mount tracks the night sky with exceptional accuracy. Its robust build quality makes it a wonderful choice for permanent and semi-permanent setups, though is still manageable enough for trips to dark skies. Also, this mount is equipped with a built-in Sony GPS Receiver for automatic input of your local time and location into the AutoStar II Controller. Through the internal AutoAlign technology from Meade, two stars will automatically be selected for star alignment, in which you will then center these stars within your eyepiece for incredibly accurate GoTo slews. Bolstering this accuracy is the Smart Mount technology built into this system. Once an object is centered within the eyepiece or camera, this advancement automatically updates and refines the internal pointing model for higher performance during future slews.

Ideal for Both Visual Astronomy and Astroimaging!
Thanks to Meade, there is no reason to have to choose between a telescope purely for visual or for astrophotography—the Meade 16” LX200 offers both! Tack on the included 28 mm Series 5000 Premium Wide Angle eyepiece for ~145x magnification, opening the doors to sights of the Whirlpool Galaxy, the Sunflower Galaxy, and the Dumbbell Nebula. Its apparent field of view of 82° provides an expansive and immersive viewing experience. For those interested in astrophotography, easily adjoin your user supplied planetary camera for stunning images of Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, and our Moon. Additional inclusions like the Smart Drive technology from Meade help enhance tracking performance through permanent periodic error correction, and the mirror locks on the primary mirror reduce the effects of image shift during your nights of imaging!

Navigate the Night Sky with Ease
Making it easy to explore the cosmos, the included AutoStar II Hand Controller is housed with everything you need to operate your 16” LX200. As an advancement to the original AutoStar Hand Controller, this improved device is specially designed for the high-end Meade telescopes such as this LX200 series. The massive 145,000 database provides near limitless observing opportunities, and includes a “Tonight’s Best” list to provide insight into what objects are ideal for viewing based on your current location and the time of the year. Traversing through the menu is a breeze thanks to the well-designed layout, meaning you can easily align your telescope, manage tracking speeds, and slew to objects in no time! This AutoStar II also controls the Meade Zero Image-Shift Micro-Focuser that comes included within this package.

Meade LX200 14 inch included accessories

Everything You Need, Right Out of the Box
Within this package, you will find a variety of useful inclusions to help you get ready for a night under the stars. The 28 mm 6-element PWA eyepiece offers an outstanding ~145x magnification for up-close views right out of the box, while the 2” diagonal prism alleviates neck strain and makes observing comfortable. Browse over 145,000 objects, select targets to slew to, and perform a host of other operations with the included Meade AutoStar II Hand Controller, the brain of your LX200! Also included is the Zero Image Shift Electronic Micro-Focuser to aid in streamlining your focusing routine. Operated with the AutoStar II Handcontroller, you can find precise focus without causing the image in the eyepiece or camera to shift or wobble.

Included Super Giant Field Tripod
With its outstanding build quality and robust frame, this Meade Giant Field Tripod is the perfect choice for supporting this large 16″ OTA and beefy dual fork arm mount. While observing the night sky, vibrations are kept to an absolute minimum thanks to the massive 4″ thick legs made of heavy-duty stainless steel. Also, these legs are adjustable to make it easy to level your equipment and to find the perfect viewing height. Its wide stance centers the weight of your 16” LX200 Computerized Telescope for exceptional stability, while dual spreader bars further enhance rigidity!