Celestron NexStar Telescope Instruction Manual

This is a product manual for a telescope. It introduces the composition of the product, how to assemble it and how to operate it.


Celestron NexStar Telescope Instruction Manual - cover page
Brand
Celestron
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
45
File format
PDF
File size
3.4 MB
Published
16 October, 2023
Updated
16 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
7467AF71E8DB1F2631136802CF8AA646

About this manual

The Celestron NexStar is a computerized telescope designed for amateur astronomers, featuring a database of over 40,000 objects and automated slewing capabilities. The device is powered by eight AA batteries, an optional 12v AC adapter, or a car battery adapter, and includes an integrated hand control for operation. Safety warnings emphasize never looking directly at the sun with the naked eye or telescope without proper solar filters to prevent permanent eye damage.

The manual details the assembly process, including attaching the optical tube to the tripod, installing visual accessories like the star diagonal and eyepiece, and mounting the Star Pointer finderscope. It also covers essential operating procedures such as alignment (Sky Align, Auto Two-Star Align), using the object catalog, and calculating magnification. Additional sections provide guidance on telescope maintenance, care, and cleaning of optics.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Assembly
  • Powering the NexStar
  • Hand Control Operation
  • Alignment Procedure
  • Object Catalog
  • Telescope Basics
  • Celestial Observing
  • Telescope Maintenance
  • Technical Specifications

Specifications

Object Database Sizeover 40,000 objects
Slew Speed5°/second
Eyepiece Barrel Diameter1-1/4"
Power Source8 AA batteries

Frequently asked questions

How many objects are in the NexStar database?

The NexStar includes a comprehensive database of over 40,000 objects.

What is the slew speed of the NexStar?

The telescope features an incredible slew speed of 5 degrees per second.

What barrel diameter do eyepieces fit into the NexStar?

The telescope uses eyepieces with a standard 1-1/4 inch barrel diameter.

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