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Large silver Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on German equatorial mount with tripod and hand control

Celestron

Celestron Advanced VX 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope with SkyPortal WiFi

SKU CH-Q7PR-Q49EE

An 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on a computerized German equatorial mount with a 280mm aperture and 40,000+ object database, including a SkyPortal WiFi module for wireless control

  • 280mm aperture with StarBright XLT gathers 41% more light than 9.25" models
  • Advanced VX German equatorial mount tracks 40,000+ objects with automated GoTo precision
  • 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain design eliminates chromatic aberration for sharp astroimaging results
  • Robust 2" stainless steel tripod legs minimize vibration during high-magnification sessions
  • SkyPortal WiFi module enables wireless control via mobile device for convenient operation

Optical performance

The 11-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube delivers a 280mm aperture with StarBright XLT coatings, gathering 41 percent more light than a 9.25-inch instrument for brighter deep-sky views. The design eliminates chromatic aberration, making it suitable for entry-level astroimaging as well as visual observing. A 40mm eyepiece and 90-degree mirror diagonal are included for immediate use.

Mount capability

The Advanced VX German equatorial mount provides computerized GoTo tracking with a database of over 40000 objects, All-Star Polar Alignment and permanently programmable periodic error correction. It suits observers who want automated pointing and basic imaging on a portable equatorial platform. Buyers needing higher payload capacity for larger optical tubes or longer focal-length imaging should consider a heavier-duty mount.

Connectivity and accessories

The bundled SkyPortal WiFi module enables wireless control from a smart device using the SkyPortal app, while the NexStar+ hand controller offers traditional wired operation. The stainless steel tripod with 2-inch legs adds stability for high-magnification sessions. These included items let you start observing or imaging without purchasing separate controllers, diagonals or tripod upgrades.

Highlights

  • 280mm aperture with StarBright XLT gathers 41% more light than 9.25" models
  • Advanced VX German equatorial mount tracks 40,000+ objects with automated GoTo precision
  • 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain design eliminates chromatic aberration for sharp astroimaging results
  • Robust 2" stainless steel tripod legs minimize vibration during high-magnification sessions
  • SkyPortal WiFi module enables wireless control via mobile device for convenient operation

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What eyepiece is included so I can start observing right away?

A 40mm eyepiece ships in the box, giving a low-power wide field for initial alignment and deep-sky scanning.

Will the 280mm aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain tube fit on my existing Advanced VX mount head?

The optical tube is built for the supplied Advanced VX German equatorial mount; the dovetail and balance points match that mount exactly.

How do I confirm the GoTo system is tracking accurately after polar alignment?

Run an All-Star Polar Alignment, then slew to a bright star — if it stays centred in the 40mm eyepiece without drift, tracking is working.

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