{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-lt-70az-telescope","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 70AZ Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"67785ca97a9eba186ff1f4d5\" data-shogun-site-id=\"b5706183-844b-4646-88b3-cdc7da056dc3\" data-shogun-page-id=\"67785ca97a9eba186ff1f4d5\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"67785d6841e3cad5157c3157\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"67785efb7a9eba186ff240b5\" data-shogun-page-type=\"product\" data-shogun-power-up-type=\"\" data-shogun-power-up-id=\"\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"s-05225bd1-948f-482d-9af5-34b9f2058366\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnleash the power of your smartphone to take you on a guided tour of the night sky with no telescope experience required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscover the night sky like never before with the \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer\u003c\/strong\u003e—the first manual telescope that seamlessly integrates with your smartphone to provide a guided, real-time tour of celestial wonders. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced stargazer, StarSense Explorer transforms your viewing experience with its innovative technology and user-friendly features.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDock, Launch, Explore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSay goodbye to complicated star charts and imprecise planetarium apps. With StarSense Explorer, locating celestial objects is easier, faster, and more accurate than ever. Simply place your smartphone in the unique StarSense dock and launch the \u003cstrong\u003eStarSense Explorer\u003c\/strong\u003e app. After a quick 2-minute alignment using your phone’s camera and the telescope’s optics, the app generates a real-time list of visible objects. Select your target, and on-screen arrows guide you to adjust the telescope. When your object is ready to view, the bullseye indicator turns green, ensuring precise alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of StarSense Explorer is the award-winning, patent-pending \u003cstrong\u003eStarSense sky recognition technology\u003c\/strong\u003e. Utilizing the \u003cstrong\u003eLost in Space Algorithm (LISA)\u003c\/strong\u003e, similar to those used by satellites, the app analyzes star patterns to determine the telescope’s exact position in the night sky. Unlike other astronomy apps that rely solely on gyros and accelerometers, StarSense Explorer offers unparalleled accuracy, ensuring you never miss a celestial object.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy Altazimuth Mount for Smooth Navigation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emanual altazimuth mount\u003c\/strong\u003e features an altitude slow-motion adjustment with a sliding rod, making it effortless to follow on-screen guides and track objects as they drift across the sky. Anchored by a full-height, adjustable aluminum tripod, the mount provides stability and ease of movement, perfect for both urban and dark sky locations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDazzling Views with High-Quality Optics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eExperience sharp, bright views through the 70mm refractor optical tube. Fully-coated glass optics enhance light transmission, revealing intricate details in planets, nebulae, galaxies, star clusters, and double stars. The included 90-degree erect image diagonal allows for comfortable daytime use to observe birds, wildlife, and landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Any Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eEven in light-polluted city environments, StarSense Explorer excels at identifying major celestial objects like Jupiter, Saturn, Venus, and the Orion Nebula. For those willing to venture to darker skies, the telescope reveals even more faint, deep-sky objects. Its lightweight design—total kit weight of just 7.4 pounds (3.35 kg)—makes it highly portable for camping trips or remote observing sites.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Kit for Immediate Observation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen you unbox your StarSense Explorer LT, you’ll receive everything you need to start exploring the cosmos immediately:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e70mm Refractor Optical Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarSense Dock\u003c\/strong\u003e for your smartphone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25mm \u0026amp; 10mm Eyepieces\u003c\/strong\u003e for versatile magnification (28x and 70x)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2x Barlow Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e to double the power of each eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90-Degree Erect Image Diagonal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarPointer™ Red Dot Finderscope\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy targeting without the app\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual Altazimuth Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e with slow-motion control rod\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Height Aluminum Tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e with an accessory tray to keep you organized\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer is compatible with most modern smartphones, including:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiPhone 6 and up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAndroid devices running 7.1.2 or later\u003c\/strong\u003e (manufactured since 2016)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor a complete compatibility list, please \u003ca href=\"#\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Features for Superior Astronomy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAperture: 70mm (2.76\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 700mm (27.56\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/10\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResolution: 1.66 arc seconds (Dawes)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLight Gathering Power: 100x compared to the human eye\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eType: Manual Alt-Azimuth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaximum Height: 1320.8mm (52\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.8 lbs (1.72 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience the Stars with Confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer\u003c\/strong\u003e, you have a personal tour guide to the night sky right in your pocket. Its combination of cutting-edge technology, high-quality optics, and intuitive design makes exploring the cosmos accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Whether you're observing from your backyard or a secluded dark sky site, StarSense Explorer empowers you to navigate and appreciate the beauty of the universe with ease and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in the Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTelescope tube\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreassembled mount\/tripod\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e25mm \u0026amp; 10mm eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eErect image diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2x Barlow lens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarPointer finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarSense Explorer phone dock\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbark on your celestial journey today with the Celestron StarSense Explorer—where technology meets the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"s-e39fee19-8079-42c8-8bdf-6b8cdcf5a1cc\" class=\"shg-c 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