BRESSER Messier NT203/1000 EXOS-2 PMC-Eight Goto Telescope Set

Excellent reflector telescope for planetary and deep-sky observation and astrophotography featuring a precise GoTo mount with intuitive Wi-Fi app control
With the set of the BRESSER Messier NT-203/1000 Telescope and the EXOS-2 PMC-Eight GoTo mount, you are perfectly equipped for impressive planetary and deep-sky observations or photography. The optics, with a parabolic primary mirror, large aperture, and long 1,000-mm focal length, reveal fine details on planets and fascinating structures in distant galaxies. Additionally, you can admire the surface of our own star during the day with the secure solar filter. The powerful GoTo mount and app ensure precise tracking during your observations and astrophotography sessions, as well as easy orientation and navigation in the sky.

The Telescope

The BRESSER Messier NT-203 Telescope is equipped with a parabolic primary mirror, allowing observations that were unattainable in this price range just a few years ago. Modern manufacturing technology enables you to track the shadow of Jupiter's moons on the planet itself; the range of structures and details on Jupiter's surface is breathtaking. The BRESSER Messier NT-203 not only excels at planetary observation: Discover structures in distant galaxies and be fascinated by the filaments of emission nebulae in the vastness of the Milky Way. With the BRESSER Messier NT-203 Telescope, you can observe the remnants of exploded giant stars and the birthplaces of new stars. During the day, you can safely observe sunspots, eclipses, and planetary transits with the secure solar filter. (Warning: Never point the telescope at the sun without a solar filter!)
Let yourself be surprised by the wonders of the universe with this exceptionally large device!

The Mount

The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC EXOS-2 PMC-Eight GoTo Mount is equipped with a modern and highly precise GoTo control system. It consists of a robust Wi-Fi controller unit that provides all necessary interfaces. The NEMA-11 stepper motors are directly connected to this unit via cable, and an ST-4 compatible autoguider port is also included. The control system supports micro-stepping for precise tracking.

Intuitive operation via app and graphical star map
The ExploreStars app, developed specifically for the PMC-Eight system, impresses with a very well-designed, intuitive graphical interface. The current alignment stars for initializing the control and all sky objects in the database are displayed as a star map with additional text information. All of these objects can be conveniently viewed and selected.

Powerful controller unit with Open GoTo for customization
The heart of the controller unit is a completely autonomous 2-channel multi-processor with 8 CPUs and a Wi-Fi Ethernet 10/100 adapter with IP functionality. This allows remote control via browser, ASCOM, app, or serial connection. The Open GoTo system also enables custom firmware to be written and uploaded to the controller unit, allowing individual customization of the device's functions and the creation of your own object lists, etc.

Polar scope included
The pre-assembled polar finder scope included in the set enables a quick and precise polar alignment, allowing long exposure times without unwanted star trails. The integrated LED illumination unit further enhances the comfort of using the polar finder.


FEATURES TELESCOPE

• Type: Reflector telescope
• Mirror diameter: 203 mm / Focal length: 1,000 mm / F/5
• Maximum useful magnification: 406x
• Telescope for night and solar observation
• High-quality Hexafoc focuser with 2.5" free inner diameter
• Diffraction-limited optics with parabolic primary mirror
• 8x50 finder with crosshair eyepiece
• Optimized finder bracket for comfortable viewing
• Handle for easy transport with integrated camera holder (tripod thread screw)
• Smartphone adapter for sky navigation included
• Prism rail with stainless steel clamp surface (44-mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
• T2 adapter for SLR cameras (optional T2 ring required)
• 50.8 to 31.7 mm adapter with integrated T2 adapter (optional T2 ring required); with brass compression ring

FEATURES MOUNT

• Powerful PMC-8 Open GoTo system
• User-friendly and visually appealing ExploreStars OpenGoto app
• Wi-Fi control via tablet, notebook, or desktop PC with at least a 7" display and Wi-Fi functionality (not included)
• Compatible operating systems: WIN8.1, WIN10/11, iOS, or Android 4.4 and higher
• Classic control via direction keys or joystick for guiding, centering, correcting, and moving via touchscreen
• Intuitive 2-star and 3-star alignment for initializing GoTo control
• Multi-processor microcontroller with 8 CPUs (processor cores)
• Micro-stepper motors NEMA-11
• Highly precise and quiet belt drive
• ST-4 compatible autoguider port
• ASCOM drivers 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
• Powered by 12-volt DC, with a maximum current draw of 1.6 amps under full load

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

• Optical tube with Hexafoc focuser
• Solar filter
• 26 mm Super Plössl eyepiece (31.7 mm / 1.25")
• Integrated 31.7 mm and T2 adapter
• Prism rail with stainless steel clamp surface
• Adapter for 50.8 mm (2") eyepieces
• Rotating star map
• Solar filter
• Tube rings with carrying handle and camera holder
• 8x50 finderscope
• Smartphone adapter for navigation
• Astronomy PC software Stellarium (via download)
• 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 illumination unit
• Power supply 12 volts / 2 amps
• ExploreStars app via software download
• Instruction manual