{"product_id":"advanced-vx-8-edgehd-telescope","title":"Advanced VX 8\" EdgeHD Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Advanced VX\u003cspan\u003e (AVX)\u003c\/span\u003e sets a standard in mid-level telescopes, providing many of the features found on Celestron’s most sophisticated German equatorial mounts at an extremely affordable price. The Advanced VX 8” EdgeHD telescope combines the groundbreaking new Advanced VX mount with Celestron’s best optics, the EdgeHD optical system. This setup offers the astroimager maximum versatility – allowing up to 3 different f-stop configurations. Users can attach a camera to the rear of the telescope and shoot at f\/10 or attach our 8” EdgeHD focal reducer to shoot at f\/7. Additionally, EdgeHD is Fastar\/Hyperstar compatible, giving imagers the option to shoot at ultra-fast f\/2. No matter which configuration you choose, EdgeHD technology gives you pinpoint stars all the way to the edge of the CCD sensor. The Advanced VX mount is designed to provide superior performance while taking advantage of Celestron’s most advanced technologies: All-Star Polar Alignment, Celestron PWI telescope control software, and permanently programmable periodic error correction (PPEC).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’re an experienced imager, you’ll love taking this portable mount to a dark sky site and enjoying all the conveniences of a larger observatory mount. Or, if you’re new to imaging,  Advanced VX will help you get started with the hobby and keep up with your needs for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputerized German equatorial mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Advanced VX is the smallest of Celestron’s German equatorial mounts. The computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. The Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control, an autoguider, and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories.  The NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just a few observing sessions. The Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2” diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePayload capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe payload capacity for the Advanced VX is 30 lb. It offers a sturdy platform for any of the Advanced VX optical tubes, even when paired with optional accessories like \u003cspan\u003eStarSense AutoAlign\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan\u003eFocus Motor\u003c\/span\u003e, a \u003cspan\u003efinderscope\u003c\/span\u003e, and a \u003cspan\u003ecamera\u003c\/span\u003e. 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