{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-6-sct","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer DX 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a 150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain with Celestron’s StarSense Explorer smartphone navigation. Dock a compatible phone, choose a target in the app and follow the on-screen arrows while moving the telescope manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete observing package includes a full-height tripod, dual-axis slow-motion controls, two eyepieces and a StarPointer red-dot finderscope. The complete assembled kit weight is 6.35kg (14lb).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT_01.jpg?v=1727800596\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope complete telescope kit\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStarSense Explorer Smartphone Navigation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses the smartphone camera and Celestron’s sky-recognition technology to analyse star patterns and determine where the telescope is pointing. After a short alignment, the app generates a list of objects suitable for the current time and location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect an object and follow the arrows as you move the telescope. When the on-screen bullseye turns green, the target is ready to view through the eyepiece. The mount is manual and has no motors, GoTo slewing or automatic tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT_03.jpg?v=1727800604\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"StarSense Explorer smartphone dock and navigation app on DX 6-inch SCT\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e150Mm Schmidt-Cassegrain Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube has an aperture of 150mm (6 inches), a focal length of 1500mm (59 inches) and a focal ratio of f\/10. Its StarBright XLT optical coatings are designed to provide bright visual views of the Moon, planets, double stars, star clusters and brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube connects to the mount through a CG-5-compatible dovetail bar. A 1.25-inch 90° erect-image diagonal is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe erect-image diagonal also allows correctly orientated daytime terrestrial viewing. Never aim the telescope at or near the Sun without a suitable certified full-aperture solar filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eManual Altazimuth Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe StarSense Explorer DX mount uses slip clutches for broad manual movements and geared slow-motion controls on both axes for fine positioning and following objects as they drift. No external power is required for the telescope or mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull-height tripod with 31.75mm (1.25-inch) steel legs; 1320.8mm (52 inches) maximum height. The centre accessory tray braces the tripod and provides convenient storage for accessories while observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT_05.jpg?v=1727800611\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Manual altazimuth mount and tripod supplied with DX 6-inch SCT\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo Eyepieces Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 40mm eyepiece gives 38× magnification, while the supplied 10mm eyepiece gives 150×. A StarPointer red-dot finderscope is included for direct aiming and initial alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Barlow lens is not included. Additional compatible 1.25-inch eyepieces can be used to provide other magnifications within the practical limits of the telescope and observing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT_07.jpg?v=1727800618\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Optical tube and eyepiece arrangement on DX 6-inch SCT\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer works with many modern Android and Apple smartphones, but compatibility depends on the handset, camera layout and operating-system version. Check Celestron’s current compatibility list before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe smartphone shown in the product images is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e. The supplied StarSense Explorer activation code is required to enable the app for this telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePortable Complete Observing System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube detaches from the mount using the dovetail clamp, allowing the system to be separated for transport. The tripod legs collapse and the accessory tray can be removed when packing the telescope away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT_10.jpg?v=1727800629\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Full-height portable StarSense Explorer DX 6-inch SCT telescope\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreassembled manual altazimuth mount and full-height tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e40mm and 10mm eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25-inch 90° erect-image diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarPointer red-dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo slow-motion control knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarSense Explorer smartphone dock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarSense Explorer app activation code\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A smartphone, Barlow lens, additional filters, carrying case and power bank are not stated as included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT_14.jpg?v=1727800644\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Detail view of the Celestron DX 6-inch SCT telescope and mount\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150mm (6 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFocal length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1500mm (59 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFocal ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eEyepiece 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e40mm; 38× magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eEyepiece 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10mm; 150× magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eBarlow lens\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarPointer red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eStar diagonal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.25-inch 90° erect-image diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eHighest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e354×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLowest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e21×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLimiting stellar magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eRayleigh resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.93 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDawes resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.77 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLight-gathering power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e459× compared with the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical-tube material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical-tube length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e406mm (16 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical-tube diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e184.15mm (7.25 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical-tube weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.54kg (10lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDovetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCG-5 dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMount and Tripod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMount type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManual altazimuth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMovement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManual slip clutches with dual-axis geared slow-motion controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eTripod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFull-height tripod with 31.75mm (1.25-inch) steel legs; 1320.8mm (52 inches) maximum height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAccessory tray\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eTripod weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.72kg (3.8lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003ePower requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNone; smartphone power is separate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eNavigation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarSense Explorer app using the phone camera and GPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarSense Explorer app, SkyPortal app and Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eComplete telescope kit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6.35kg (14lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSolar Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff4e5;border-left:4px solid #f28c00;padding:16px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: Never look directly at the Sun through this telescope without a correctly fitted, certified full-aperture solar filter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePermanent and irreversible eye damage can occur. Never use an eyepiece-type solar filter and never project an image of the Sun through the telescope. Unfiltered sunlight can damage the optics and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eNever leave the telescope unattended, especially when children are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstruction Manuals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe official quick setup guide and StarSense Explorer app guide are supplied in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/22463%20StarSense%20Explorer%20DX%206%20SCT_QSG_5_Languages_F.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#111;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eView \/ Download Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5%20languages_2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f28c00;color:#111;padding:14px 20px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eView \/ Download StarSense App Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55642750812536,"sku":"22463-CGL","price":719.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/01-celestron-22463-StarSense_Explorer_DX_6-SCT.jpg?v=1787901291","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-6-sct","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}