StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector
$259.95
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StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector
$259.95
Smart Alignment
Real Time Celestial Docking System
114mm Optics
Bright High Contrast Night Views
LISA Technology
Patent Pending Sky Recognition Algorithm
Altazimuth Mount
Smooth Manual Altitude Slow Motion
Ultra Portable
Lightweight Ten Pound Total Weight
Complete Kit
Includes Eyepieces And Barlow Lens
Sky Guide TechnologySmartphone Powered Astronomy Made Simple
The Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Reflector Telescope revolutionizes amateur astronomy by integrating your smartphone to analyze the night sky in real time. Featuring a bright 114mm aperture and user-friendly sky recognition software, this optical setup delivers breathtaking views of planets and deep-sky targets without requiring complex star charts.
Unveil The CosmosRevolutionary Tech Meets Quality Newtonian Optics
Experience seamless sky navigation with the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Reflector. Utilizing patent-pending StarSense sky recognition technology paired with a Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), this manual reflector telescope calculates its exact position by analyzing star patterns overhead. Simply dock your smartphone, launch the StarSense Explorer app, and follow the onscreen targeting arrows to view lunar craters, Jupiter's moons, Saturn's rings, and bright nebulae with ultimate precision.
Engineered for stability and clarity, the 114mm Newtonian reflector optical tube gathers ample light to reveal intricate details on celestial targets. The included sturdy altazimuth mount features an altitude slow-motion control rod for fine positioning, while the lightweight total weight of 10.4 pounds makes it an excellent choice for backyard observing or dark-sky camping trips. Complete with two eyepieces and a 2x Barlow lens, the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ provides everything needed to start exploring immediately.
Technical SpecificationsDetailed Optical Tube And Structural Data
Optical Design
Newtonian Reflector
Aperture
114mm / 4.5 inch
Focal Length
1000mm / 39.3 inch
Focal Ratio
f/9
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1
25mm (40x) (eye)
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2
10mm (100x) (eye)
Highest Useful Magnification
269x
Lowest Useful Magnification
16x
Finderscope
StarPointer red dot finderscope
Light Gathering Power
265x compared to human eye
Optical Coatings
Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO2
Mount Type
Manual Alt-Azimuth
Optical Tube Weight
6.6 lbs / 2.99 kg
Total Kit Weight
10.4 lbs / 4.71 kg
Software
StarSense Explorer App, SkyPortal App, Starry Night Basic
Key Astronomical FeaturesInnovative Tools For Effortless Stargazing
Smartphone NavigationUses StarSense Explorer app for real-time sky alignment
LISA TechnologySatellite-grade Lost in Space Algorithm for matching star patterns
114mm Newtonian ReflectorLarge light-gathering aperture for bright celestial detail
Altazimuth MountManual movement with altitude slow-motion adjustment rod
Complete Eyepiece PackageIncludes 25mm and 10mm eyepieces plus a 2x Barlow lens
Red Dot FinderscopeStarPointer finderscope for daytime or app-free alignment
Portable DesignLightweight 10.4 lb setup ideal for city or dark-sky sites
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
How does the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ align with the night sky?
The Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ utilizes your smartphone's camera and the StarSense Explorer app to capture star patterns overhead. Using its Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), it automatically calculates the telescope's exact positioning in minutes.
What smartphone models are compatible with the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ?
The Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ works with most modern smartphones, including iPhone 6 and newer, as well as most Android devices running Android 7.1.2 or later manufactured from 2016 onward.
What celestial objects can I view with the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ?
With its 114mm objective lens, the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ lets you clearly view the rings of Saturn, Jupiter's Galilean moons, lunar craters, the Orion Nebula, the Pleiades cluster, and brighter deep-sky objects like the Andromeda Galaxy under darker skies.