The Moon, too, stands out in stark, almost three-dimensional detail, prominently showing off its craters, mountain ranges, and fault lines. Study Saturn and its ring system, the primary cloud belts of Jupiter, as well as the four major Jovian satellites, the Moonlike phases of Mercury and Venus, prominent features on Mars, and view star-like images of the distant planets Uranus and Neptune. All in all, the new ETX-80AT-TC is probably the best value available today in an easy-to-use refracting telescope!Īll of the major planets except Pluto are easily observable through the ETX-80AT. This increases the power of the included eyepieces or any others you choose to use. And to go with them, there's an internal, flip-in Barlow lens. These give out-of-the-box magnifications as great as 41X. Two new two Super Plossl eyepieces, 9.7mm and 26mm ship with the ETX-80AT-TC, as well. The mount also is supplied with a new bubble level/compass for fast orientation of the telescope to level and true north. Plus, the new ETX-80 also includes a clock-chip for keeping precise time and date - there'll be no need ever again to call for the precise time when you're trying to set AutoStar. That translates into steadier viewing and less image-dance. New from Meade! Replacing the ETX-70 AT, the new ETX-80AT-TC with AutoStar features a larger, 80mm objective lens to let you see more of what's out there! Not only has the aperture increased, but the ETX-80's mount appears larger and more substantial that its predecessor's. Use the "contact us" page to request additional info or images on this product Bear in mind that the item is sold as-is. We do our best to describe each item we are selling to the best of our ability. We accept PayPal and all major credit cards. Please contact us with any questions BEFORE placing an order. It is guaranteed to be in perfect working order but it is sold in "AS IS" condition (for example, the box may be torn, there may be cosmetic scratches, etc) and returns will not be accepted unless the item is found to be defective. Other features include fork-mounted electric control to be used for slow motion and double axis locking mechanism feature.This OPEN BOX product you are browsing has been inspected by our qualified technicians to ensure that it meets factory specifications. The Meade ext-60 also boasts of achromatic assembly for its refracting optic tube and internal flip mirrors which helps the users in observing straight up or 90 degree point of observation.Īs a beginner digital telescope, this optical gadget has so much to offer. On the other hand, the optics has the design of a refracting telescope, and has a 350 millimeter focal length. The Meade ETX 60 has a 9mm eyepiece and an Autostar, which has the control of the scope’s computer. Together with the Celestron Telescope, this company has established itself as the world’s best producers of astronomical and optical gadgets and devices.Īnother type of product that the Meade expertly manufactures is the digital telescope – and one of the more popular brands is the Meade etx 60 if only because it is considered a perfect astronomical optical device for beginners and hobbyists. The Meade Telescope company is one of the most trusted when it comes to quality astronomical and refracting telescopes.