SkyAlign / StarBright XLT / StarPointer finderscope / Quick release fork arm, computerized mount / Camera control feature using your digital SLR # Featuring high-quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, the NexStar 5 SE is an ideal telescope for observing and photographing the wonders of space. With a total Weight of 28 lbs including the tripod, the ultra portable 5 SE features a precision Optical system with 1250 mm focal length (f/10) standard with our premium StarBright XLT coatings and offers 56% more light gathering power than a 4-inch model. The 5 SE includes a camera control feature that allows you to remotely take a series of timed exposures using your Digital SLR camera. Plus the tripod featuring a built-in wedge helps make short-exposure astrophotography a heavenly experience. Includes "The Sky" Astronomy CD-ROM Software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps, NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable for advanced control of your telescope via Computer # SE combines the classic heritage of the original orange Tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features # StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard # StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects # Quick release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setup # Internal Battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use # Ultra sturdy steel tripod features built-in wedge, which allows 5 SE to be used for astrophotography # Nearly 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 # Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with Backlit LED buttons for easy operation of go to features
