Meade DS-80AT Telescope

Featuring Autostar, a computerized controller that tracks more than 30,000 celestial objects, Meade's DS-80AT refractor telescope transcends time and place. A 900 mm focal length brings farther-out objects like planets and distant stars right to your backyard.

Key Features Autostar computer controller 80 mm diameter achromatic Multi-coated objective lens Fully adjustable aluminum tripod with accessory tray PC-compatible, Astro software with database of over 10,000 celestial objects includedSpecs Optical design: Achromatic refractor Optical diameter: 80 mm Focal length: 900 mm Focal ratio (f/ratio): f/11.3 Optical coatings: Multi-coated Mounting type: Altazimuth Viewfinder: 6 x 30 mm Tripod: Aluminum; full-length; adjustable with accessory tray Eyepieces: (0.965) SR4 mm, H12.5 mm Software: StarNavigator, PC-compatible Learn More: Refractor vs. Reflector Telescopes Refractor models feature the familiar long, straight tubes. They're easy to use, deliver sharp images and are modestly priced. You should consider them for viewing the moon, planets or stars that are relatively bright. Reflector models feature a side-mounted eyepiece and produce very bright images. They are lighter and more compact than refractor models. You can use them to view distant stars and galaxies that are relatively faint. Learn More: Focal Length Focal length is the distance from the lens or primary mirror to the focal point. For example, a telescope that has a 1,000 mm focal length features twice the power of a model that has a 500 mm focal length, but only half the field of view.