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Great scope - Review by Mel
Love this scope. I did a lot of research before buying and read a lot of reviews. I’m a fan of technology but was on a budget. I have this connected to a laptop running some shareware astrology software (Stellarium). I use an old USB GPS plugged into the laptop for GPS interface (just about any PC connectable GPS could be used). You will need some extra leads and/or adapters to do the laptop stuff. I align the scope and then select the object to view from the laptop; the scope slews to the object selected, simple. This scope only comes with one eyepiece; it is worth buying an eyepiece kit with filters (Posted on 25/01/11)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:
I have a Nexstar Celestron purchased at National Geographic in Cairns Australia...do you know where I can direct a warranty issue with Mirror Coating coming off?
A:
Thanks for your email, yes you can direct a warranty issue with the suppliers of Celestron. The company is called Sheldon and Hammond: http://www.sheldonandhammond.com.au/
Their number in Queensland is 07 3393 1488.
Their number in Queensland is 07 3393 1488.
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I am a complete novice with this but as well as viewing the stars etc can I look at the landscape too with the 6SE(this is the one I am thinking of getting) and do I need to buy anything extra to be able to photograph what I view.
A:
The 6 SE is a great Telescope for the Night sky and Astrophotography. However, it is not 100% suitable for land viewing as the images are inverted left to right. I would recommend a Refractor telescope if you wanted something for Land Viewing as well. The Celestron 102SLT would be a good option which is computerized as well. (http://www.ozscopes.com.au/refractor-telescope-celestron-nexstar-102-slt.html)
As for Photography, you will need a T-Adapter (http://www.ozscopes.com.au/celestron-t-adapter-universal-1-25-in.html) and a T-Ring which is camera dependent. A range of T-Ring's can be found here (http://www.ozscopes.com.au/catalogsearch/result/?q=T-Ring)
As for Photography, you will need a T-Adapter (http://www.ozscopes.com.au/celestron-t-adapter-universal-1-25-in.html) and a T-Ring which is camera dependent. A range of T-Ring's can be found here (http://www.ozscopes.com.au/catalogsearch/result/?q=T-Ring)
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I would love to buy a Celestron Nexstar telescope from you, but may I ask why they are so much more expensive in Australia than the US? For example Ozscopes are the cheapest in Australia with the 6SE at $2000 but in the US it averages around $800?
A:
The prices are different because we purchase our telescopes from an authorised Australian distributor who imports the stock from the US. This means our overheads are higher, but our products do get the Australian warranty, which is handled by the Australian supplier. As Celestron is a US brand and their products are manufactured there, the cost of telescopes there are generally much cheaper. However, the warranty that comes with any telescope purchased from overseas will not be covered by the suppliers here, and any warranty procedures would need to be directed to the US.
Q:
How to align when looking from balcony with only one directional viewing? Ie: 180 degrees, I am unable to select 3 objects, only 2?
A:
It is strange that you can't see more that 2 objects in the sky. The SkyAlign feature of the 6SE is designed to be a 3 star alignment as this will product the most accurate setup.
However, the 6SE can also be configured using a 2 or even a 1 star alignment. You can choose these settings from the controller menu.
However, the 6SE can also be configured using a 2 or even a 1 star alignment. You can choose these settings from the controller menu.
Q:
I'm new to astronomy and want to look at stars,galaxies, nebula's and planets. I am looking at Celestron Nexstar 4 SE Computerized Cassegrain Telescope and Celestron Nexstar 6 SE Computerized Cassegrain Telescope. The 4 says beginner and the 6 says professional. If I got the money would it matter if I got the better one???
A:
With telescopes, it is always best to get the biggest aperture size you can afford. The Nexstar 6 SE has a 6" aperture which is a huge step up from the Nexstar 4 SE's 4" aperture. A bigger lens means a wider viewing area, higher useful magnification and greater light collection. You will certainly be able to see a lot more with the 6" aperture.
That being said, in terms of functionality and computerization, both telescopes are identical. They have the same mount and the same computer database. The only difference is the aperture, which is a significant deciding factor.
That being said, in terms of functionality and computerization, both telescopes are identical. They have the same mount and the same computer database. The only difference is the aperture, which is a significant deciding factor.
