{"product_id":"celestron-91523","title":"CGEM II Computerized Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fresh update to the venerable CGEM mount, the CGEM II has a contemporary, attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron’s higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11\") securely and vibration free, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding 40 lbs. of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will be able to instantly point to any of the celestial objects in the database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eERGONOMIC DESIGN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGEM II was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring provides a clean look and an easy and trouble free set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINNOVATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CGEM II series features Celestron’s innovative All-Star Polar alignment procedure.  All-Star allows you to accurately polar align the mount using any star, even ig the celestial pole cannot be seen. Another great feature of the CGEM II sure to please astroimagers, is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which will allow users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFORMANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM II will track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM II mount has a robust database with over 40,000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects. Celestron's CGEM II mount is the perfect fit between the Advanced VX Series and CGX Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer part number: 91523\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount Type: Computerized Equatorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument load capacity: 40 lbs (18 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 1346mm - 1651mm (53\" – 65\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod Leg Diameter: 50.8mm (2\") Steel tripod with graduated markings on lower section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatitude adjustment range: 15° - 70°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount Head Weight: 40 lbs (18.14 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory Tray: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod Weight: 20 lbs (9 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight of Counterweights: 1 x 17 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlew Speeds: 9 slew speeds - max speed 4.5°\/second\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking Modes: EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPS: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDovetail Compatibility: Dual saddle plates (CG-5 and CGE saddle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Auxiliary Ports: 2 AUX Ports (1x Hand control Port and 1x AUX Port for optional accessories)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoguide Port: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Port: Yes, input on Hand Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Requirements: 12V DC, 3.2 amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor Drive: DC servo motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment Procedures: 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriodic Error Correction: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputerized Hand Control: 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor PC connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ Database: 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects Enhanced information on over 200 objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkyPortal App\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Kit Weight: 78 lbs (35.38 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Items:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGEM II Equatorial Head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory Tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 17 lbs counterweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC Power Cable (# 18769)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Control Holster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50769573085472,"sku":"91523","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/2135\/2480\/files\/91523_cgem_ii_01_1_1.webp?v=1768571480","url":"https:\/\/firstlightastro.com\/products\/celestron-91523","provider":"First Light Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}