BRESSER Messier MC-100/1400 EXOS-2 GoTo

BRESSER Messier MC-100/1400 EXOS-2 GoTo

Product Highlights

• 100mm f/14 telescope with GoTo mount and tripod
• High-quality telescope with sharp optics and stable equatorial GoTo mount
• Aperture: 100mm / Focal length: 1400mm
• Sharp Maksutov-Cassegrain optics
• Ultra-stable equatorial EXOS-2 GoTo mount with large tripod
• Ideal for observing the moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects
• Includes telescope with mount and tripod, 26mm eyepiece, LED finder, PC software, rotatable star map, 31.7mm (1.25") zenith prism, and 31.7mm (1.25") eyepiece holder
• Adjustable polar finder scope with optional illumination
• Suitable for night and solar observation
• Aperture solar filter included

Product Description

The BRESSER Messier MC-100 EXOS-2 GoTo telescope boasts high rigidity and sharp optics. With a 100mm aperture, you can observe small, bright nebulas, globular clusters, the moon, and planets in detail. The EXOS-2 GoTo mount ensures stable observations and is excellent for those beginning astrophotography.

Perfect for high-magnification observations of the moon and planets, the EXOS-2 GoTo mount automatically finds and guides night sky objects, making the observing process easy and enjoyable.

Features

GoTo System:

• Enables beginners to start astronomical observations quickly
• Guides you to hard-to-find objects with a simple push of a button
• Database includes over 100,000 astronomical objects
• Uses servo motors for both axes with an ST-4 compatible auto-guiding input
• Slewing speed of 2°/sec
• Adjustable guiding aggressivity

Optical Characteristics

• Telescope for night and solar observation
• Maksutov-Cassegrain optics with high focal length and sharp image
• Ideal for small bright nebulas, globular clusters, the moon, and planets
• Optical design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
• Maximum recommended magnification: 200x
• Aperture: 100 mm
• Focal length: 1400 mm
• Aperture ratio: f/14
• Universal 44 mm dovetail plate with stainless steel rail (fits LXD75/Great Polaris/EQ5)

Mount Characteristics

• Stable equatorial mount with fine drive in both axes
• Ball bearings in both axes for precise movements
• Height-adjustable stainless steel tripod (Min. 69 cm / Max. 109.5 cm)
• Load capacity up to 13 kg
• Circular bubble for easy horizontal alignment
• GoTo mount with motors and hand box controller for easy object finding and guiding
• ST-4 compatible auto-guider interface
• Pole height scale for setting latitude
• Scaled graduated circular rings for using star atlas or planetarium software
• Pole finder scope with optional illumination (item no. 4964212)
• Tripod weight: 4.7 kg
• Mount weight (without counterweight): 6.7 kg
• Total weight (including counterweight): 13.4 kg
• Batteries: Not included

Additional Information

• Colour: White
• Drive system in RA / AZ: 12V DC servo motors with encoders
• Finderscope: LED-Red Dot Finder
• Fine movements: Electric (RA and DEC)
• Focus Group [Telescopes]: Advanced Amateurs, Beginners
• Material: Metal
• Material tripod (3): Stainless Steel
• Mount Type [Telescopes]: German/Equatorial Mount with GoTo
• Optical design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
• Product Family [Telescopes]: Catadioptric telescope
• Tracking Rates: Up to 2°/s
• Type [Batteries]: CR2032
• Type of coating: MgF2 coating

In the Box

• Maksutov Optical Tube Assembly
• 26mm SuperPlössl eyepiece (31.7mm / 1.25")
• SC Eyepiece adapter (31.7mm / 1.25")
• Star diagonal mirror
• Dovetail plate for GP Level
• Adjustable polar finder scope with optional illumination
• LED viewfinder
• Aperture solar filter
• Rotatable star map
• Astronomy PC software Stellarium (via download)
• Equatorial EXOS 2 GOTO mount with stainless steel tripod and Startracker hand controller
• Stainless steel tube field tripod with accessory tray
• 1 x 2 kg counterweight

Conclusion

The BRESSER Messier MC-100/1400 EXOS-2 GoTo telescope stands out as a robust and versatile tool for both novice and experienced astronomers. Its combination of high-quality Maksutov-Cassegrain optics, stable equatorial mount, and user-friendly GoTo system enables users to explore the night sky with ease and precision. Whether you're interested in detailed observations of the moon and planets or venturing into astrophotography, this telescope provides a comprehensive package designed to enhance your stargazing experience. With its solid construction, extensive feature set, and included accessories, the MC-100/1400 EXOS-2 GoTo telescope offers exceptional value and performance for any astronomy enthusiast.