Meade f/8 RCX400 w/UHTC Telescopes

An Observatory-Level Telescope for the Serious Astronomer and Astrophotographer - The Meade RCX400 Series is a line of observatory-level telescopes for the serious astronomer and astrophotographer. The telescopes feature the most sophisticated and technologically advanced mechanics and electronics ever offered. - The scope's Ritchey-Chr'tien or RC optical design is well known to discerning astrophotographers and is the telescope optical design preferred by many of the leading professional observatories in the world. - Meade, however, has taken its f/8 RC optical design to a higher level by adding a corrector plate to reduce residual astigmatism that is inherent in the traditional optical design. - Performance was further improved by incorporating computer-optimized baffling and Meade's unsurpassed Ultra High Transmission Coatings (UHTCT) for maximum image contrast and brightness. The Series 5000 24mm 2" O.D. ultra-wide-angle eyepiece delivers extremely high resolution, contrast and full-field sharpness over an astounding 82? apparent field-of-view. - The carbon graphite and Kevlar tube is a unique lightweight, high-strength material with ultra-low expansion characteristics that maintain the spacing between the optics. This means that focus settings do not change even if the outside temperature does-a critical feature to astrophotographers. - The front and back cells of the RCX400 are designed to allow the maximum amount of air-flow around the optics in order to achieve the quickest "cool-down" times. To accelerate the process, a built-in fan on the rear cell can be turned on and off through the AutoStar II handbox. The rear cell additionally incorporates a multi-port panel with 3 USB ports, a port for an autoguider, AutoStar II handbox, illuminated reticle, RS232 and one for future "Smart" accessories. - **Special Promotion!** - Purchase a Meade LX200GPS or RCX400 Series telescope and get Accessory Kit #07877 for only $299 - You save over $300! Offe