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Orion Telescopes
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Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo Reflector Telescope
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  • This clever computerized GoTo telescope will lead you on a guided tour of the cosmos
  • Substantial 5.1" aperture reflector telescope collects lots of light for great views of night-sky objects like nebulas, star clusters, bright galaxies, and the Moon and planets
  • Huge GoTo database of over 42,000 objects for amazing views on any clear night
  • Once the StarSeeker III 130mm locates an object, the GoTo telescope will automatically track it so you can relax and enjoy the view
  • Includes two 1.25" Explorer II eyepieces, (25mm and 10mm), an EZ Finder II reflex sight, adjustable tripod, compass, quick-collimation cap, and more


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Item #  10070

Let the Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo Reflector lead you on a guided tour of the night sky! Thanks to its computerized GoTo system and built-in motors, the Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo reflector is easy for anyone to use. Once a simple initial two-star alignment process is performed, the StarSeeker III 130mm will automatically locate and track any of over 42,000 celestial objects from its computerized GoTo database. Once the GoTo system locates a selected object, the StarSeeker III 130mm will precisely track it as it appears to move across the night sky, so you can enjoy the view for as long as you like before selecting a different target. This allows you to relax as you observe instead of fumbling with cables and buttons to keep the object centered. With the Orion StarSeeker III 130mm reflector telescope, you'll be able to spend your valuable time looking at objects instead of searching for them.

The user-friendly StarSeeker III 130 GoTo reflector telescope presents a wonderful combination of power and portability. If you are new to astronomy, the StarSeeker III 130mm should be on your short list of candidate telescopes to get started with, since it's capable of providing bright, beautiful views on every clear evening and is so easy to set up and use. Beginners will especially appreciate this telescope's built-in tour feature, which commands the StarSeeker III 130mm to find the most interesting objects in the sky and automatically aims the telescope at each one for you to see. Both seasoned stargazers and "newbies" will love the comprehensive database of over 42,000 celestial objects to explore, including all Messier, NGC, and IC catalog objects, planets, bright double-stars, and variable stars. Regardless of your previous astronomy experience, the Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo reflector telescope will help reveal the wonders of the universe for you and your family. This high-tech, yet easy-to-use GoTo reflector telescope will turn even the novice stargazer into an instant astronomer.

With its 130mm-aperture (5.1") short focal length parabolic mirror, the StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo reflector provides a wide field of view and excellent images of night sky objects. Friends and family will enjoy probing intriguing star clusters and cloudy nebulas, as well as brighter galaxies on especially clear evenings. The Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo telescope will provide stunning views of the Moon's cratered surface, as well as great views of bright planets such as Saturn with its beautiful rings and giant Jupiter with its cloud band "stripes" and four brightest moons.

The included StarSeeker III GoTo altazimuth mount is solidly constructed and features a convenient quick-release dovetail attachment saddle on its mount arm which makes it easy to attach and remove the 130mm reflector optical tube - without tools! What's more, the dovetail attachment saddle allows you to use the GoTo altazimuth mount with other telescope tubes equipped with a dovetail mounting plate. A handy accessory tray attaches directly to the stable, adjustable-height tripod so you can keep all your eyepieces ready for observing action.

Since the StarSeeker III 130mm Reflector can locate and track celestial objects with its motorized GoTo system, you can use it along with a camera or smartphone to take impressive pictures of the night sky. Capture stunning snapshots of the Moon, planets and more by attaching a dedicated astrophotography camera, or a combination of an Orion SteadyPix accessory and your own point-and-shoot camera or smartphone to the StarSeeker III 130mm Reflector to explore the rewarding hobby of astrophotography. (Cameras and SteadyPix accessories sold separately.)

You'll get a great assortment of useful accessories with the StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo Reflector telescope:

Two 1.25" eyepieces are included with the StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo Reflector.

The included 25mm Explorer II eyepiece provides 20x magnification in the 130mm reflector optical tube, and the 10mm bumps magnification up to 50x for higher-power looks through the telescope. We recommend starting with the 25mm eyepiece every night to observe a wider area of the night sky, then boost magnification by swapping out the 25mm eyepiece with the 10mm ocular once you have an object centered for a closer look.

The Orion EZ Finder II reflex sight makes it "EZ" to center alignment stars.

Use the included EZ Finder II reflex sight to help center initial alignment stars when performing the two-star alignment required for accurate GoTo performance. It's a non-magnifying sighting device that superimposes a tiny, LED-powered red dot, focused at infinity, on the sky. After a simple alignment procedure, the red dot shows exactly where your StarSeeker III 130mm telescope is pointed.

Let the computerized GoTo controller guide you on a tour.

The StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo Reflector lets you explore the skies with pushbutton ease thanks to its GoTo hand controller and computerized location system. With a vast database of over 42,000 celestial objects including stars, double stars, galaxies, nebulas, star clusters, and more, the illuminated GoTo hand controller will become your tour guide to the skies.

Learn about the night sky with the included Starry Night Special Edition software.

Explore starry skies anytime - even when it's cloudy! The Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo telescope includes a FREE Special Edition of Starry Night astronomy software. With realistic sky simulations and a many useful features including telescope control, the user-friendly Starry Night Special Edition software will help you plan your observations and understand what you see. Requires PC running Windows XP, Vista, 7 or 8. Requires Macintosh running OS X 10.4 or higher.

Weighing just 17 lbs. fully assembled, the conveniently portable Orion StarSeeker III 130mm GoTo reflector is easy to take along just about anywhere. Add some celestial adventures to your next big family campout, or wow your friends at their next dinner party by showing them the night sky as they've never seen before.

The StarSeeker III GoTo motors and hand controller require either 8 AA batteries (not included), 12V DC field battery or an optional AC-to-DC wall plug power adapter (sold separately).

Warranty

Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact us at 800-676-1343.

Warning

Please note this product was not designed or intended by the manufacturer for use by a child 12 years of age or younger.

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  • Best for viewing
    Brighter deep sky
  • Best for imaging
    Lunar & planetary
  • User level
    Beginner
  • Optical design
    Reflector
  • Optical diameter
    130mm
  • Focal length
    650mm
  • Focal ratio
    f/5.0
  • Optics type
    Parabolic
  • Glass material
    Soda-lime plate
  • Eyepieces
    Kellner 25.0mm,10.0mm (1.25")
  • Magnification with included eyepieces
    26x, 65x
  • Resolving power
    0.89arc*sec
  • Lowest useful magnification
    19x
  • Highest useful magnification
    260x
  • Highest theoretical magnification
    260x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude
    13.3
  • Optical quality
    Diffraction limited
  • Finder scope
    EZ Finder II
  • Focuser
    1.25" Rack-and-pinion
  • Secondary mirror obstruction
    38mm
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter
    28%
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by area
    8%
  • Mirror coatings/over-coatings
    Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
  • Mount type
    Altazimuth
  • Astro-imaging capability
    Lunar & planetary
  • Computerized compatibility
    Go-To included
  • Alignment procedure
    SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 2-Star Alignment, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align
  • Number of objects in database
    42,000+
  • Tracking rates
    Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
  • Motor speeds
    4°/sec, 2°/sec, 1°/sec, 0.5°/sec, 32x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 2x
  • Motor type
    DC Servo motors with encoders
  • Power requirement
    8-AA batteries or 12-volt DC-750mA
  • Backlash compensation
    Yes
  • Setting circles
    Electronic, via the hand controller
  • Available ports
    RS-232
  • Tube material
    Steel
  • Tripod material
    Aluminum
  • Length of optical tube
    25.0 in.
  • Weight, optical tube
    7.5 lbs.
  • Weight, mount/tripod
    8.5 lbs.
  • Weight, fully assembled
    17.0 lbs.
  • Additional included accessories
    Battery holder (for 8 AA, not included), Quick collimation cap, Serial cable for firmware updates
  • Other features
    Computerized GoTo mount, SkyAlign 2-star alignment system, Accessory Tray
  • Warranty
    Two year

Orion StarSeeker III 130mm Reflector Optical Tube Assembly (OTA)
Orion StarSeeker III mount and tripod
Orion Synscan GoTo hand controller
Orion EZ Finder II reflex sight
25mm Explorer II telescope eyepiece, 1.25"
10mm Explorer II telescope eyepiece, 1.25"
Accessory tray PC interface (serial) cable
Hand controller holder
Quick-collimation cap
Liquid-filled compass to aid in GoTo alignment
Battery holder for 8 AA batteries (batteries not included)
Starry Night Special Edition digital download insert

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