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Introducing the C6-SGT, the newest member of the Advanced Series family. Unparalleled performance, unbeatable value!

The Advanced C6-SGT is Celestron’s first new Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system in over a decade. A totally unique aperture size, the C6-S is available here as a computerized (GT) model. The NEW 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain features a precision optical system with 1500mm focal length (f/10) and offers 40% more light gathering than a 5” telescope.

All C6-S models come standard with Celestron’s StarBright® XLT coatings at no extra cost.

Mounted on the Advanced GT Series computerized mount, this telescope has some high performance software and hardware features. Operated by Celestron's proven NexStar® computer control technology the telescope has a 40,000+ object database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects. 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.

Using the RS-232 communication port on the hand control, you can control the telescope via a personal computer and our new flash upgradeable hand controls allow you to update your telescope's operationg software via the internet. An autoguider port is also included for astrophotography. No matter at what level you are starting out, this precision instrument will satisfy your needs both visually and photographically.

CG-5 Mount - Precision engineered for stability.

The new German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth stability. The key element that makes this system the most stable in its class is the NEW heavy-duty tripod with larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent damping characteristics for more stable views. The CG-5 also has a convenient latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar finder scope for the ultimate in precision alignments.


View through the Celestron C6S-GT (XLT) Telescope

GENERAL FEATURES:

• 6" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope
• StarBright XLT high transmission coatings
• 6x30 finderscope to help accurately find objects
• Heavy Duty (CG-5GT) computerized German equatorial mount
• Ultra sturdy 2" diameter steel tripod with accessory tray
• Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky
• Includes CD-ROM "The Sky" Astronomy Software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps

COMPUTERIZED FEATURES:

• Proven NexStar computer control technology
• 40,000 object database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
• 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
• Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
• Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography
• Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features
• Compatible with optional NexRemote telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer
• RS-232 communication port on hand control to control the telescope via a personal computer
• GPS-compatible with optional CN16 GPS Accessory

SPECIFICATIONS:
OPTICAL DESIGN: Schmidt-Cassegrain
APERTURE: 150 mm (5.91 in)
FOCAL LENGTH: 1500 mm (59.06 in)
FOCAL RATIO: 10
EYEPIECE 1: 25 mm (0.98 in)
MAGNIFICATION 1: 60 x
FINDERSCOPE: 6x30
STAR DIAGONAL: 1.25
MOUNT: CG-5 Equatorial
OPTICAL TUBE: Aluminum
FASTAR COMPATIBLE: No
ACCESSORY TRAY: Yes
CD ROM: The Sky Level 1
HIGHEST USEFUL MAGNIFICATION: 354 x
LOWEST USEFUL MAGNIFICATION: 21 x
LIMITING STELLAR MAGNITUDE: 13.4
RESOLUTION: 0.92 arc seconds
RESOLVING POWER: 0.77 arc seconds
LIGHT GATHERING POWER: 459 x
ANGULAR FIELD OF VIEW: 0.83 °
LINEAR FIELD OF VIEW (@1000 YDS): 43.8 ft (13.35 m)
SECONDARY MIRROR OBSTRUCTION: 2.2 in (55.88 mm)
SECONDARY MIRROR OBSTRUCTION BY DIAMETER: 37 %
SECONDARY MIRROR OBSTRUCTION BY AREA: 14 %
OPTICAL COATINGS: StarBright XLT
OPTICAL TUBE LENGTH: 16 in (406.4 mm)
TELESCOPE WEIGHT: 52 lb (23.59 kg)
COUNTERWEIGHTS: 1 - 11lb
AC ADAPTER: Car Battery Adapter
MOTOR DRIVE: DC Servo motors with encoders, both axes
SLEW SPEEDS: 3º/second max
TRACKING RATES: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
TRACKING MODES: EQ North
ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES: AutoAlign, 2-Star Alignment, Quick Align
SOFTWARE PRECISION: 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculation
COMPUTER HAND CONTROL: Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
COMMUNICATION PORTS: RS-232 communication port on hand control
MOTOR PORTS: Aux Port, Autoguide Ports
DATABASE: 40,000 objects, 400 user defined programmable objects.Enhanced information on over 200 objects

Additional Resources:
Owners Manual
Owners Manual Addendum