Product Highlights
- High-quality refractor telescope with precise GoTo mount
- Aperture: 152 mm; Focal length: 1200 mm; F/7.9
- 8x50 finder scope with crosshair eyepiece and optimized finder bracket for comfortable viewing
- Safe objective solar filter included
- Handle with integrated camera holder
- Unique PMC-8 Open GoTo system
- User-friendly ExploreStars OpenGoto App
- Wi-Fi control via tablet, notebook, or desktop PC
- Intuitive 2-star and 3-star alignment for GoTo control initialization
- ASCOM driver available, create your own firmware and object lists
With BRESSER, you can enjoy a smooth introduction to the vast world of astronomy. Our detailed information ("Telescope Guide") provides valuable tips for beginners—but even experienced astronomers can use the information we provide (e.g., tables for the geographical latitude of all major world cities) as a reference.
Here is the table of contents of the comprehensive BRESSER Telescope Guide:
- 2. The View into the Starry Sky
- 2.1 Observing with the Naked Eye
- 2.1.1 Observing Constellations with the Naked Eye
- 2.2 Observing with Binoculars
- 2.2.1 Observing Planets and Moons with Binoculars
- 2.2.2 Observing Deep Sky Objects with Binoculars
- 2.2.3 Every Beginning is Easy
- 2.3 Observing with a Telescope
- 2.4 The Moon
- 2.4.1 The Moon Phases
- 2.4.2 The Far Side of the Moon
- 2.4.3 The Moon Map
- 2.4.4 Maria (Seas)
- 2.4.5 Mare
- 2.4.6 Craters
- 2.4.7 The Ray Craters
- 2.5 Observing the Solar System with a Telescope
- 2.5.1 Where are the Planets?
- 2.5.2 Planet Observation
- 2.5.3 The Position of the Planets Relative to the Sun
- 2.5.4 The Planets Introduce Themselves
- 2.5.5 Deep Sky Observation with a Telescope
- 2.6 Practical Observation Tips and Tricks
- 2.6.2 Tips for Optimal Observation Conditions
- 2.7 The Most Beautiful Objects Throughout the Year
- 4. Telescopes
- 4.1 The Telescope as an Observation Instrument
- 4.2 Optics
- 4.2.1 Refractor (Lens Telescope)
- 4.2.2 Reflector (Mirror Telescope)
- 4.3 Mechanics
- 4.3.1 Altazimuth Mount
- 4.3.2 Equatorial Mount
- 4.3.3 Drive Motors
- 4.4 Accessories
- 4.4.1 Eyepieces
- 4.4.2 Important Tips for Eyepiece Selection
- 4.4.3 Filters
- 4.4.4 Photographic Accessories
- 4.4.5 Other Accessories
- 5.1 Which Telescope for Whom?
- 5.1.1 Deep-Sky Observations
- 5.1.2 Observing Closer Planets
- 5.1.3 The Topic of Portability
- 5.1.4 Price Factor When Buying a Telescope
- 6. Useful Tables
- 6.1 Table for the Geographic Latitude of All Major World Cities
- 6.1.1 Observers in the Northern Hemisphere (N):
- 6.1.2 Observers in the Southern Hemisphere (S):
- 6.2 Lookup Table for Notable Stars
- 6.3 Getting Acquainted with the Universe - or: Distances in Space
Sky Guides von Bresser
The Telescope
For demanding planetary observers, the BRESSER Messier AR-152L is the dream device. Discover structures in Jupiter’s cloud bands, the finest grooves and craters on the moon’s surface, and structures on Mars, including the ice-covered polar caps of our neighboring planet! Observe the dance of Jupiter’s moons around the planet and discover the greenish glow of Uranus far beyond Saturn’s orbit. The combination of large aperture and long focal length enables sharp, high-contrast images that will impress you every time. And with the high-quality objective solar filter, you can also safely observe our own star. (Caution: Never point the telescope at the sun without a solar filter!)
The Mount
The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC EXOS-2 PMC-Eight GoTo Mount is equipped with a modern and very precise GoTo control system. It consists of a robust Wi-Fi controller unit that provides all the necessary interfaces. The NEMA-11 stepper motors are directly connected to this unit via cable, and an ST-4 compatible autoguider interface is also available. In addition, the control system supports micro-stepping to ensure precise tracking.
Intuitive operation via app and graphical star chart
The ExploreStars App, developed specifically for the PMC-Eight system, impresses with a very well-designed, intuitive user interface. The currently available alignment stars for initializing the control system, as well as all celestial objects in the database, are displayed as a star chart with additional text information. All these objects can be easily viewed and selected.
Powerful controller unit with Open GoTo for customization
The heart of the controller unit consists of a completely autonomous 2-channel multi-processor with 8 CPUs and a Wi-Fi Ethernet 10/100 adapter with IP function. This allows remote operation via browser, ASCOM, app, or serial connection. The Open GoTo also allows you to write your own firmware and upload it to the controller unit. This enables custom adjustments to the device’s functions as well as the creation of custom object lists, etc.
Polar finder included
The included and pre-installed polar finder scope allows for quick and precise alignment and long exposure times without unwanted star trails. The integrated LED lighting unit further enhances the comfort of using the polar finder.
TELESCOPE FEATURES
- Design: Refractor telescope
- Aperture: 152 mm / Focal length: 1200 mm / F/7.9
- Maximum useful magnification: 254x
- Telescope for night and solar observation
- High-quality, bright achromatic lens
- Modern multi-coating of the lenses for bright and high-contrast images
- Robust aluminum tube construction
- Very high-quality Hexafoc focuser with 2.5'' free internal diameter
- 8x50 finder with crosshair eyepiece
- Optimized finder bracket for comfortable viewing
- 31.7 mm (1.25'') star diagonal mirror
- Handle for comfortable transport with integrated camera holder (photo thread)
- Smartphone adapter for sky navigation included
- Prism rail with stainless steel clamping surface (44-mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
- 50.8 mm to 31.7 mm adapter with integrated T2 adapter (optional T2 ring required)
MOUNT FEATURES
- Powerful PMC-8 Open GoTo system
- User-friendly and graphically appealing ExploreStars OpenGoto App
- Wi-Fi control via tablet, notebook, or desktop PC with at least 7'' display and Wi-Fi function (not included)
- Compatible operating systems: WIN8.1, WIN10/11, iOS, or Android 4.4 and higher
- Classic control via directional buttons or joystick for guiding, centering, correcting, and moving with a touchscreen
- Intuitive 2-star and 3-star alignment for GoTo control initialization
- Multiprocessor microcontroller with 8 CPUs (processor cores)
- Micro-stepper motors NEMA-11
- Highly precise and quiet belt drive
- ST-4 compatible autoguider interface
- ASCOM driver available, also supports pulse guiding
- Possibility to create your own firmware and object lists and load them into the PMC-8
- GPS compatible / settings depend on the computer or tablet used
- Power supply via 12V DC, power consumption at full load max. 1.6 amps
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
- Optical tube
- 26 mm Super Plössl eyepiece 31.7 mm (1.25")
- 31.7 mm (1.25") star diagonal mirror
- Integrated 31.7 mm and T2 adapter
- Prism rail with stainless steel clamping surface
- Adapter for 50.8 mm (2") eyepieces
- Rotating star map
- Objective solar filter
- Tube rings with carrying handle and camera holder
- 8x50 finder scope
- Smartphone adapter for navigation
- Astronomy PC software Stellarium (downloadable)
- EXOS2-GT mount with Open GoTo PMC-8
- Stainless steel tripod with built-in bubble level
- Counterweight 2 x 4.5 kg
- Polar finder with lighting unit
- Power supply 12V / 2A
- ExploreStars App (software download)
- User manual
Colour: | black/white |
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Dust protection caps: | for front lens and eyepiece |
Finderscope: | 8 x 50 mm |
Fine movements: | Electric (RA and DEC) |
Focus Group [Telescopes]: | Advanced Amateurs, Beginners, Specialists and Research, Visual enthusiasts |
Focusing system: | 2.5" Hexafoc |
Material: | Aluminium, Plastic, Stainless steel |
Material tripod 3): | Stainless Steel |
Mount Type [Telescopes]: | German/Equatorial Mount with GoTo |
Optical design: | Achromatic Refractor |
Product Family [Telescopes]: | Refractor telescope |
Product series: | Messier |
Typ [Batteries]: | LR41 |
Type of coating: | Multi coated |
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