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Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 WiFi GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope The Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 is a computerized 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope featuring integrated Wi-Fi, precision GoTo technology, StarBright XLT optical coatings, and a built-in LiFePO4 rechargeable battery. Designed for visual observation, it can be controlled via the free SkyPortal app for iOS and Android devices. Key Advantages 203.2mm (8") Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system. StarBright XLT optical coatings. Fastar compatible optical tube. Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity. Computerized GoTo mount with brass worm gears. Integrated LiFePO4 battery providing up to 10 hours of operation. Manual clutches and integrated carry handles. USB charging port for smart devices. Product Description The NexStar Evolution 8 combines a compact 203.2mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with a computerized single fork arm GoTo mount. The telescope delivers a focal length of 2032mm at f/10 and is equipped with premium StarBright XLT coatings for enhanced light transmission. The mount utilizes high-performance brass worm gears and DC servo motors for improved tracking precision and reduced backlash. Built-in Wi-Fi allows wireless telescope control using the SkyPortal application powered by SkySafari. The NexStar+ database contains more than 40,000 celestial objects, including leading deep-sky and solar system targets. Multiple alignment procedures are supported for flexible setup and operation. The integrated lithium-iron phosphate battery provides enough power for up to 10 hours of continuous observing without requiring an external power source. Technical Specifications Optical Design Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture 203.2mm (8") Focal Length 2032mm (80") Focal Ratio f/10 Eyepiece 1 40mm Magnification with Eyepiece 1 51x Eyepiece 2 13mm Magnification with Eyepiece 2 156x Finderscope Red Dot Finderscope Star Diagonal 1.25" Optical Tube Material Aluminum Highest Useful Magnification 480x Lowest Useful Magnification 29x Limiting Stellar Magnitude 14 Resolution (Rayleigh) 0.69 arc sec Resolution (Dawes) 0.57 arc sec Light Gathering Power 843x Secondary Mirror Obstruction 64mm Secondary Obstruction by Diameter 31% Secondary Obstruction by Area 9.77% Optical Coatings StarBright XLT Optical Tube Length 432mm Optical Tube Diameter 238mm Optical Tube Weight 5.67kg Dovetail CG-5 Mount Type Computerized Alt-Azimuth Single Fork Arm Payload Capacity 11kg Height Adjustment Range 1193.8–1752.6mm Tripod Leg Diameter 38.1mm Stainless Steel Mount Head Weight 7kg Accessory Tray Yes Tripod Weight 5.44kg Slew Speeds 9 speeds, max 4°/sec Tracking Rates Sidereal, Solar, Lunar Tracking Modes Alt-Az, EQ North, EQ South GPS No Dovetail Compatibility CG-5 saddle plate AUX Ports 4 Autoguide Port No USB Port Yes Power Supply Internal 9.6V 4.5Ah LiFePO4 battery Motor Drive DC Servo Motors Alignment Procedures SkyAlign, 1-Star, 2-Star, Auto 2-Star, Solar System, Quick Align, Last Alignment, EQ North/South Periodic Error Correction No Hand Controller 2x18 LCD, 19 backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Database 40,000+ objects Software Starry Night Special Edition, SkyPortal App Total Kit Weight 18.37kg Package Contents Optical Tube Assembly Single Fork Arm Mount and Tripod Accessory Tray Built-in Wi-Fi Integrated LiFePO4 Battery NexStar+ Hand Controller 40mm Eyepiece 13mm Eyepiece Red Dot Finderscope Visual Back Star Diagonal 4-Plug AC Adapter