Observing with a Meade 5 refractor is an experience unlike that with other telescopes, as the refractors' large unobstructed clear apertures enable a level of resolution and high contrast normally reserved for larger instruments of other types.

Study fine lunar detail at high magnification as you range over the surface of the Moon using Autostar's pushbutton slow-motion controls; observe structural detail in Jupiter's cloud belts and Red Spot; resolve dusky markingson Saturn, as well as the Cassini division.

MEADE AUTOSTAR® The AutoStar controller helps you quickly find, and GoTo over 30,000 objects in the night sky. View planets, stars, galaxies, nebulae, and comets…all at the push of a button. AutoStar is pre-programmed with several guided tours, including the popular Tonight’s Best. Input date, time and location—then let AutoStar take you on a guided tour of the best objects that particular night. The AutoStar controller can be updated. Log on to Meade.com to download software upgrades, guided tours, and timely objects like comets—free. Keep your AutoStar upto- date and your telescope will grow with you for years to come.

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