The SmartStar™ refractor telescope comes with our patented Alt-Azimuth Mount, a.k.a. The Cube™. This compact mount design is one of the most functional and flexible units on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dovetail connection. Just select the object you want to see and the mount moves the scope to the object for you!

The GoToNova™ hand controller is much easier to use than other similar products. The hand controller is extremely intuitive with menu categories better organized. It also has a larger LCD screen with more lines of content compared with the competition. Using the easy-to-use hand controller and its large LCD screen, you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go.

The revolutionary GoToNova™ computerized control system offers a database of 50,000 celestial objects (The SmartStar-E has 5,000 celestial objects). This includes all of the most famous galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters And, of course, all the planets and their moons are included, too. So now you’ll be able to enjoy star gazing with the simple push of a button. Just click and see the universe!
 

Our SmartStar® MC90 telescope system is the ideal choice for deep space viewing and even some astrophotography. This 90mm-diameter Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope dramatically reduces the chromatic aberration that plagues its Refractor counterparts and has a focal length of 1200mm. This light weight, ultra-compact scope offers a great combination of power and transportability, and brings stargazing to a whole other level. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object.

The SmartStar®-G (#8804) has a built-in 32-channel GPS module which automatically calculates your latitude, longitude, and date/time. This is especially handy for those who like to take their scope on the road. Just turn on the unit and the GPS automatically connects with a satellite.

For the SmartStar®-E (#8504) an optional GPS module can be purchased (part #8411).

The SmartStar®-G #8402 hand controller comes with a USB port that tremendously expands the functionalities of the already powerful system. With the USB2COM driver installed, the USB port works as an RS232 serial port. It supports firmware upgrades and computer control. With ASCOM protocol, you can control your telescope with most ASCOM compatible software. This enables you to utilize the CPU, large screen, and disk space of your PC/laptop. With a wide selection of planetarium software (not included), your star gazing experience will never be the same again.
 

The SmartStar®-E #8403 hand controller does not include a USB port. However the #8402 hand controller can be purchased separately to use with the SmartStar®-E.

The SmartStar-G R80 with GPS (#8804) also includes the following accessories:

• 12V AC Adaptor with cord
• Controller Cable
• 45 degree diagonal
• Red dot finderscope
• 1-inch Stainless Steel tripod
• Tripod Tray
• USB Cable for connecting to your computer
• Optional 12V DC Car Plug & Cable (part #8418)

The SmartStar-E R80 (#8504) also includes the following accessories:

• 12V AC Adaptor with cord
• Controller Cable
• 45 degree diagonal
• Red dot finderscope
• 1-inch Stainless Steel tripod
• Tripod Tray
• Optional GPS Module (part #8411)
• Optional 12V DC Car Plug & Cable (part #8418)