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Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope - Compact & Portable Beginner Astronomy Telescope Ideal for Adult and Family Stargazing

Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope - Compact & Portable Beginner Astronomy Telescope Ideal for Adult and Family Stargazing

Q: I was able to see Saturn's ring clearly with 4mm eyepiece .Can I buy one 2x barlow lens and that will magnify 200X. Is this supports 200x?

Saturn's rings are always a treat! Glad you saw them. A 2x barlow and 4mm eyepiece will give you 200x on this scope, which is about the theoretical maximum usable magnification for a 100mm aperture scope like this one (about 50x/25mm). But in my experience with these smaller scopes, the image is rather poor at maximum magnification; you can see something, but very dim and very grainy, for instance. For my eyes, the max usable magnification is closer to 40x/25mm..... I think it's fun to use the max magnification (esp. on the Moon!) But I usually get the most satisfactory viewing at a lower power. Enjoy your telescope!

Q: What does it show for planets? Decent details? Or tiny bright circles?

With the eye pieces that come with it, we’ve seen 4 moons of Jupiter. The moon views are great too. It is best and easiest to see these details on a clear moonless, or next to moonless night. We added a 2x magnifier to the 10mm and it’s been a life changer.

Q: I can't see anything. Are you supposed to remove the black covers from the two ends of main tube? Also don't see red light in the easy fixer device.

Yes, remove the 4" cover at the end with the eyepiece. Remove the entire 4" cover, not just the smaller 2" insert. The black cover at the mirror end should not be removed. On your easy finder, be sure you have clicked the rotary switch to fully on so the red dot is at maximum brightness. Try to line your eye up with the finder tube with your eye six to ten inches behind the finder tube. The red dot appears to hang in mid air and it is indeed not easy to see it at first. Keep trying - moving your eye around until you see the red dot. It's there, just keep at it. It gets much easier after you have found it a few times. It will all seem awkward at first, but gets much easier. Happy viewing!

Q: Hi what are the outside dimensions of the telescope without the tabletop base attached (so tube and viewfinder only)? Thanks!

The barrel length is 14.5 inches, The outside diameter of the barrel is about 4.25 inches. If you add the viewfinder &/or ocular holder, it adds about 2 inches to the diameter. What is nice about this scope is that it can be put on a standard camera tripod. But it should be a very sturdy, heavy-duty tripod.

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Brand
Orion
Optical Tube Length
15.7 Inches
Eye Piece Lens Description
Plossl
Objective Lens Diameter
100
Telescope Mount Description
Altazimuth
Product Dimensions
9.5"D x 9.5"W

🌌400mm focal length

🌙Lightweight 6.2 lbs

🔭100mm optics

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🌠 Unlock the Universe: Your Gateway to Stargazing Awaits!

COMPACT DESIGN - Easily stow away or display this telescope on your desk.
EXPLORE THE COSMOS - Experience the universe like never before with stunning clarity.
USER FRIENDLY SETUP - Perfect for beginners with an EZ Finder II aiming device.
POWERFUL MAGNIFICATION - Includes two eyepieces for 20x and 40x magnification.
STARGAZING SOFTWARE INCLUDED - Enhance your experience with Starry Night astronomy software.

The Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope is a compact and portable entry-level telescope designed for both adults and families. With a 100mm parabolic primary mirror, it offers exceptional clarity for observing celestial bodies, even from urban locations. This telescope includes two eyepieces for varying magnification, an EZ Finder II aiming device, and Starry Night software, making it an ideal choice for beginner astronomers.

Specifications

Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Coating	Lens coating
Focal Length Description	400 millimeters
Field Of View	1.31 Degrees
Power Source	Battery Powered
Finderscope	Reflex
Eye Piece Lens Description	Plossl
Mount	Altazimuth Mount
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Item Weight	6.2 Pounds
Exit Pupil Diameter	2.5 Millimeters
Objective Lens Diameter	100 Millimeters
Item Dimensions D x W x H	9.5"D x 9.5"W x 14"H
Optical-Tube Length	15.7 Inches

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I was able to see Saturn's ring clearly with 4mm eyepiece .Can I buy one 2x barlow lens and that will magnify 200X. Is this supports 200x?

What does it show for planets? Decent details? Or tiny bright circles?

I can't see anything. Are you supposed to remove the black covers from the two ends of main tube? Also don't see red light in the easy fixer device.

Hi what are the outside dimensions of the telescope without the tabletop base attached (so tube and viewfinder only)? Thanks!

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