* A complete equatorial package at an attractive price
    * Designed for the advanced astronomer
    * Lets in 55% more light than the ED80 model
    * Includes astronomy software & electronic drive

This complete equatorial package features the SkyView Pro ED 100 apochromatic refractor optical tube assembly paired with the stable, precise equatorial mount, with a few extras thrown in--at an unprecedent low price.

The ED 100 delivers images remarkably free of chromatic aberration, thanks to its fully multi-coated 100mm objective doublet and the fact that one element is crafted with extra-low dispersion "E" apochromatic glass. The 100mm aperture provides 55% more light than the SkyView Pro 80. The 900mm focal length (f/9.0) is ideal for visual planetary and lunar study, and is excellent for imaging work, as well.

The SkyView Pro equatorial mount combines stability and precision control. It is nicely portable, and the optics cool down in no time so you can carry the scope outdoors for a quick look around virtually on a whim. The mount also has a one-year warranty.

This unbelieveable package also comes with Orion's Starry Night™ Special Edition astronomy software, which you can use to explore the solar system with interactive SkyGuide tours, access 1 million stars and celestial objects, view and print detailed maps of your local sky and receive automatic updates of satellite, comet and asteroid orbital data. Requires PC running Windows XP or Macintosh running OS 10.3 or higher. The package also includes a host of fine accessories: 2" mirror diagonal (with 1.25" insert), two Sirius Plossel eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), tube rings, mounting plate and camera adapter.

As an added bonus, we include the TrueTrack DC drive for hands-free, regulated electronic tracking and photographic guiding (requires 4 "D" batteries, not included).

Additional specs: weight, assembled 40 lbs.; tube length 36".
    * Tube length 23.5"