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Meade LΧ85 6" ACF
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Fully Computerised Advanced Coma Free telescope with Equatorial Mount
Availability: April 2019.
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- Optical Design: ACF (Advanced Coma Free)
- Optical Coatings: UHTC (Ultra High Transmission)
- GoTo German Equatorial Mount with 15kg (33 lb) payload capacity
- 8x50 Optical Viewfinder with Crosshair
- AudioStar Hand Controller
- Eyepieces: 9mm & 26mm Super Plössl (1.25")
- Diagonal: 1.25" 90° Mirror Diagonal
- Focuser: Internal Single Speed
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Outline
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The LX85 Series 6" ACF has an Advanced Coma-Free (ACF™) optical design offering the coma-free
pinpoint star images and flatter image fields while reducing astigmatism and eliminates diffraction
spikes. Features include a 6" (152mm) aperture, 1524mm focal length, and f/10 focal ratio.
Equipped with an internal single speed focuser and Ultra High Transmission Coatings (UHTC™)
for the improvement of brighter star clusters, more fine detail in nebulae, and greater surface
features on planets. Includes (2) 1.25" Plossl eyepieces (9mm & 26mm) and a viewfinder
(8x50 optical with crosshair) along with a vixen-style dovetail.
The OTA alone weighs 4.2 kg (9.14 lbs) and has dimensions of ⌀=22cm x 42cm (⌀=8.5" x 16.5").
Meade's new LX85 Series features a high-quality, portable, GoTo, German Equatorial Mount.
The LX85 Series is the perfect choice for the cultivated observer and astro-imager looking to
chase deep-sky objects! Use as a stand-alone mount or maximize your viewing potential with an
array of different optical tubes to choose from. Meade's LX85 Series will keep you looking up
for many years to come and sets a standard for mid-sized telescopes at a great price.
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Sturdy GoTo Mount
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The LX85 mount features a vixen-style dovetail, for mounting optical tubes up to 15 kg (33lbs),
coupled with a sturdy build, that ensure smooth tracking performance. With it's included
integer gearing in the motor drive, you’ll be able to track through long exposures using permanent
periodic error correction (PPEC),
another benefit for astrophotography. Seamlessly image the best parts of night sky with not having
to worry about performing a meridian flip. This stable mount can impressively handle slight load
imbalances with ease. This mount includes an integrated autoguider port to readily connect to your
autoguider camera, making your astro-imaging experience easy and straightforward.
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Meade LX85 Series.
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AudioStar
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The Meade AudioStar® hand controller features audio files and an internal speaker. This computerized celestial object location system plugs into the telescope's handbox port, allowing a quick telescope alignment. Once aligned with the sky, the AudioStar® is ready to take you to any object in the over 30,000 object database. In addition to GOTO and tracking capability, AudioStar® permits a wide array of fascinating and educational functions such as multiple guided tours, digital positional readouts, the ability to link with a PC using optionally available software and cord, and much more.
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Even more features
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If these features weren't already enough, the LX85 is compatible with the
Meade Zero Image Shift Electronic Micro Focuser
(SKU: 07080) and wired illunimated reticles.
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Specification
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| Model |
Meade LX85 6" ACF |
| Meade SKU |
217005 |
| UPC |
709942998788 |
| Warranty |
1 year UK warranty |
| Aperture |
152mm (6") |
| Focal Length |
1,524mm |
| Focal Ratio |
f/10 |
| Optical Design |
Advanced Coma Free (ACF) |
| Optical Coatings |
UHTC - Ultra High Transmission Coatings |
| Focuser |
Internal Single Speed |
| Dovetail |
Vixen-style |
| Eyepieces |
9mm & 26mm Series 4000™ Super Plössl, 1.25" |
| Diagonal |
1.25" 90-Degree Mirror Diagonal |
| Viewfinder |
8x50mm Optical with crosshair |
| Optical Tube Weight |
4.2 kg (9.14 lbs) |
| Optical Tube Dimensions |
⌀=22cm x 42cm (⌀=8.5" x 16.5") |
| Software DVD |
Meade Autostar Suite Astronomy Planetarium
(requires PC running Microsoft Windows) |
| Hand Controller |
AudioStar™ |
| Object Database |
30,000 objects |
| Saddle |
Vixen-style |
| Motor |
Low-cog 12V DC servo motors; both axes |
| Control Panel Ports |
• Guide • Auxiliary • Handbox • DEC |
| Power |
12vDC, 5 amp power supply optional |
| Accessories |
Accessory tray & Bubble Level Compass |
| Counterweight |
4.1 kg (9 lbs) |
| Mount Type |
German Equatorial Mount with AudioStar |
| Mount Body Weight |
5 kg (10.9 lbs) |
| Mount Body Dimensions |
12.2cm x 31.5cm x 33.5cm (4.8" x 12.4" x 13.2") |
| Mount Payload |
15 kg (33 lbs) |
| Tripod Material |
Aluminium castings with 4.45cm (1.75") diameter steel tube legs. Rubber tripod leg spikes. |
| Tripod Weight |
5.6 kg (12.4 lbs) |
| Tripod Height |
• Min: 80cm (31.5") • Max: 110.5cm (43.5") |
| Tripod Dimensions Collapsed |
100cm x 14.6cm x 16cm (39.5" x 5.75" x 6.25") |
| Assembled Mount/Tripod Weight |
15.5 kg (34.1 lbs) |
| Assembled Mount/Tripod Dimensions |
120cm x 120cm x 5cm (47.2" x 47.2" x 5.8") |
| Assembled Product Weight |
21 kg (45.5 lbs) |
| Assembled Product Dimensions |
120cm x 120cm x 160cm (47.2" x 47.2" x 63") |
| Transit Weight |
Box 1 (Mount): 21 kg (45 lbs)
Box 2 (Optical Tube): 7 kg (14.5 lbs)
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| Transit Dimensions |
Box 1 (Mount): 104cm x 52cm x 26cm
Box 2 (Optical Tube): 64cm x 22cm x 30cm
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Notice
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We are constantly checking the accuracy of the technical data. We are prepared
to provide more detailed information on request. Technical data is subject to
change without notice.
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Promotional Offer
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Cash Back on Opticstar
Imaging Products
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updated: 1st August 2017
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Customers who purchase any Meade telescopes or Meade optical tubes
or Meade mounts
listed on this page qualify for a 10% cash back on any Opticstar astronomy
cameras purchased at the same time or at a later date.
This offer is valid for 1 year commencing on the date that the Meade
product is purchased from the Opticstar website or the Opticstar showroom.
Any additional purchases at a later date of Meade products that qualify for
this offer will renew the cash back period to 1 full year.
Opticstar astronomy cameras that qualify for this offer include the following:
Once an Opticstar CCD or CMOS camera has been purchased within a year of
the qualifying Meade purchase, the cash back can be claimed by contacting
Opticstar by email or over the phone quoting the receipt number(s). Please
allow up to 14 days to process the payment.
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Sample Images
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Opticstar DS-145M ICE
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posted: 13th March 2009
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The NGC7293 shot by John Haunton with the Opticstar DS-145M ICE.
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Feedback
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We want to hear your comments.
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Sample Images
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Opticstar DS-335C ICE
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updated: 20th August 2010
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The M42 nebula shot by Peter Shah with the Opticstar DS-335C ICE.
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Astrophotography
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Opticstar Imaging
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posted: 26th February 2013
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High quality refractor telescopes, bundled with CCD cameras for deepd sky imaging,
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A&M 80mm f/6 Review
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"Best Of Breed"
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updated: 25th March 2009
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The A&M 80mm f/6 A&M/TMB has been
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stunning performance while standing out from the crowd, look no further".
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Willmann Bell
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Books for Astronomy
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updated: 8th March 2021
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Acclaimed books from Willmann Bell...
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Opticstar News
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New DS-616C XL+ Model
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posted: 24th August 2017
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Star product, improved.
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The new Opticstar DS-616C XL+ deep-sky CCD is the successor to the
popular DS-616C XL that earned the annual star product award back in 2013. It maintains all the
features of the original model as well as other improvements.
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DS-616C XL is Astronomy Magazine's Star Product
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posted: 12th September 2013
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Star product.
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The Opticstar DS-616C XL deep-sky CCD camera has earned the annual star product award from
Astronomy, the world's best-selling astronomy magazine. Read about it in the September 2013 issue.
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