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Sadly, my Meade ETX 125 has to go as its GOTO system seems to have developed a mind of its own. It bleeps, starts moving in an apparently random manner and the handset isn’t displaying anything remotely useful.
It was working perfectly until a couple of months ago when this fault made its presence known. I have tried swapping the cable but without any improvement and the batteries were up to power.
It comes with a 45 degree fov 25mm Plossl (not Meade) eyepiece which you may want to upgrade to get the best from the scope.
The field tripod is included. This has tubular legs and an EQ tilt plate if you want to use the scope in equatorial mode.
Red dot finder is included as is the instruction manual.
Realistically priced to sell.
Collection from Welwyn Garden City (20 miles north of London on A1) possible or will post by courier.
The rest is from Meade’s description:——————————————————————————————————————————————–Fully Computerised Maksutov-CassegrainMeade ETX 127mm (5″) optical tube, 1900mm f/15Fork-type motorised mount and tripod.AutoStar Goto andbox.25mm Plossl eyepieceCompass.
Over the years, ETX Series telescopes have provided novice astronomers quality, value and performance, with each new model bringing enhancements and improvements. The ETX continues that legacy.
The return of the extremely popular ETX 125 takes mobile astronomy to the next level. This large 125mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope marries portability of the ETX with Meade’s premium optics. Enjoy detailed close-up views of the Moon and planets, and be amazed by the stunning views of star clusters, nebulae, and more.
The ETX 125 is a fully-featured GoTo telescope
Whether you’re observing on the go or from your backyard, the ETX 125 will make exploring the night sky easy, educational, and exciting.
The beloved ETX 125 telescope is back. Go ahead, start exploring.
Its a perfect scope to accompany you during camping, hiking, and outdoor activities. Exploring and night-sky stargazing is made fun, easy and educational. With the ETX, youll see planets, stars, galaxies and nebulae at the push of a button. The legacy of the ETX Series continues.
Superb Optics
The ETX125 has a Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design for pinpoint star images and extraordinary contrast, making it a great deep sky performer and ideal for detailed lunar and planetary observation at high magnifications.
The Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) give maximum light transmission, ensuring the brightest images and the highest contrast.
Versatility
It has a flip mirror included to let light focus to the rear of the telescope (instead of the mirror reflecting the light 90 degrees to the eyepiece), allowing attachment of a camera on the back of the scope (adapters not included). The ETX125 comes with a bubble Level/Compass to make sure your tripod and mount are level.
Includes a portable but extremely stable full size steel tripod, and comes with an equatorial tilt plate, allowing for polar alignment which is critical for long exposure astrophotography.
Features
The ETX125 comes with a number of features and accessories, including:
Autostar Handbox controller with over 30,000 objects.Full Size Steel Tripod with EQ tilt plate.Flip mirror to let light focus to the rear of the telescope allowing attachment of a camera on the back of the scope.Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with Ultra-High Transmission Coatings.Bubble level/compass to make sure your tripod and mount are level.
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Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire