Celestron NexStar SE6 Computerised Telescope

The NexStar 6 SE has all the same features as Celestron's most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes, including our revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology, a sky tour feature, a database of over 40,000 celestial objects and easy to use hand control.

Plug the optional SkySync GPS Accessory into NexStar's Auxiliary port and download data from orbiting GPS satellites for truly quick and easy alignments. The universe may be full of mysteries, but using the NexStar 6 SE isn’t one of them.

In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the new NexStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control, superior StarBright XLT coatings, our revolutionary SkyAlign telescope alignment software and much more.

Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NexStar SE will help you take a closer look.

Every NexStar SE includes a version of The Sky software Level 1 Planetarium software for exploring the Universe on your PC and printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition, you receive our NexRemote software that allows you to operate your telescope via your PC. Software package valued at over $100 included free with your NexStar SE!

• 6" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope
• SE series combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features
• StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard
• Quick release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for no-tool setup
• Celestron's unique patented single fork arm with integral hand control design provides a rigid and smooth operating structure for the optical tube
• StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects
• Sturdy computerized Altazimuth mount
• Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use
• Ultra sturdy steel tripod with accessory tray
• Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky

• Proven NexStar computer control technology
• 40,000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
• SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process
• Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
• Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography
• DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
• Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple and quadruple stars; variable stars; solar systems objects and asterisms
• Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of goto features
• NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer
• GPS-compatible with optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969)
• Manuals