Celestron CGX-L GoTo EQ
Mount:
Celestron CGX-L GoTo EQ Mount designed to provide users with a heavy-duty
research-quality mount for larger OTAs, accessories, and imaging rigs. It is
engineered to carry a 75 lb payload, and outfitted with high-torque motors, and
a heavy-duty belt drive system to improve tracking stability and reduce
backlash. It is able to smoothly and accurately track near and deep-sky objects
for extended periods of time.
The Vixen/Losmandy dual dovetail saddle has also been lengthened to 10.6" to
improve stability and offer greater security for larger OTAs. To provide a solid
platform for the mount and your OTA, a heavy-duty stainless steel tripod is
included, sporting massive 2.75" diameter legs, an accessory tray that doubles
as a stabilizer, and an adjustment range from 35.75" to 52.75". The minimum
height has been lowered almost a foot versus the earlier CGX model to
accommodate a wider range of users and different observation positions.
The brains of the CGX-L is the venerable NexStar+ computer controller. Equipped
with a database of 40,000 objects, including the planets, stars, nebulae,
galaxies, and the complete Messier catalogue, it can also be programmed with up
200 custom user-defined objects and filters added for custom object lists. Its
intuitive menu-driven user interface gives you the power to observe the heavens
with nine slew speeds, three tracking rates, anti-backlash compensation, and
Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) for smoother movements in the motors
and improved tracking over time. It features such as guided tours, extended
information on 200 popular objects, and multiple alignment options, make the
NexStar+ controller easy to use and invaluable to both new users and experienced
star-gazers.
Celestron CGX-L GoTo EQ Mount
Features: Celestron CGX-L GoTo EQ Mount
Increased 75 lb load capacity
Exceptional load capacity to weight ratio
Additional Aux accessory ports and autoguider port on the Dec axis for better
cable management
Larger 144 mm diameter worm wheels to better and more accurately drive heavier
loads
Longer 270 mm dovetail saddle to better support larger optical tubes
Massive 70 mm stainless steel tripod legs with a wider stance for improved
stability under heavy loads
New accessory tray holds three 1.25” and two 2” eyepieces with an upright stand
for your smartphone or tablet
Heavy duty, 31.5 mm stainless steel counterweight shaft to support additional
counterweights
Optional add-on polar axis finderscope custom designed for CGX and CGX-L
Supports WiFi and wireless operation accessories such as StarSense AutoAlign and
SkyPortal WiFi Module (sold separately)
MOUNT FEATURES
Compact, lower profile equatorial head provides improved stability and
portability
Sturdier and more rigid with quicker dampening time
Improved motors provide more torque, better slewing and tracking under heavy
loads
Heavy duty belt-drive system minimizes backlash while providing smooth motor
operation at full capacity
Clear windows built into motor covers so pulleys and belts can be monitored
Spring-loaded brass worm wheel and stainless steel worm gear reduce friction and
provide optimum gear mesh
Internal cabling for worry-free remote operation
Power input and lower accessory ports remain stationary while the mount slews to
avoid snags
Internal hard stops for both axes prevent cable tension and tripod strike
Internal optical sensors on both axes for simple and safe remote operation
Home sensors allow the mount to always start in the index position regardless of
orientation before a power reset
Limit sensors automatically shut off slewing or tracking before reaching the
hard stop fail safe
Includes Celestron's new PWI telescope control software, co-developed by
PlaneWave Instruments
Software features multi-point mount modeling for extremely precise pointing
accuracy
Software Polar Align: “All-Star Polar Alignment” allows quick and very precise
polar alignment
Align on any bright named star without extra polar alignment accessories, apps,
or other assistance
Adjustable EQ head position to optimize center of gravity over the tripod and
fully utilize the increased 3º-65º latitude range
Dual-fit Vixen/CG-5 and Losmandy/CGE dovetail saddle
+20º of additional tracking past the meridian on either side
Redesigned tripod has a widened stance for added stability
The minimum tripod height has also been lowered per user feedback
Tripod legs can be collapsed with accessory tray installed for faster setup and
transport
Improved Ergonomics:
Integrated handles for easy transport and portability
All-new ergonomically designed dovetail clamping knobs
Innovative and improved polar alignment adjustment system
All-new ergonomic adjustment knobs with reduced friction for smooth and easy
positioning under full loads. Stationary latitude knob with a newly-designed
linkage system greatly reduces the amount of friction when polar aligning the
mount. Redesigned azimuth adjustment with low-friction Teflon bearings to make
adjustments easy under full load. No more binding or rough adjustments!
Easy to read latitude scale
Electronics
NexStar+ hand control with USB port
USB 2.0 port used to connect directly to PC with PWI Software
2 available autoguider ports for optimum cable management
PEC sensor and PPEC ready
Threaded 12VDC power input barrel connector
Internal Real Time Clock (keeps time and site information saved)
On/Off rocker switch with red LED
Specifications: Celestron CGX-L GoTo EQ Mount
Mount: German Equatorial
Instrument load capacity: 75 lb
Tripod height adjustment range: 35.75” to 52.75”
Tripod leg diameter: 2.75"
Latitude adjustment range: 3º-65º
Tripod Weight: 46.2 lb
EQ Head Weight w/o Counterweight Shaft: 47 lb
Total EQ Head Weight: 52.6 lb
Max Slew Speed: 4º/second (3º/second is default)
Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Number of Auxiliary ports (for hand control and accessories): 4
Autoguide port: Yes
USB Port: Yes
Software: Celestron PlaneWave Instruments
Included Items
CGX-L Equatorial Head
CGX-L Tripod
Accessory Tray
1 x 22 lb Counterweight
NexStar+ Hand Control
DC Power Cable (plugs into cigarette lighter socket)
8 mm Allen Wrench (contained in rear carry handle)
Kit Contents
Celestron CGX-L GoTo EQ Mount
User Operating Instructions Manual
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