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Who loves their computerized telescope? Why?
This is not a computerized vs manual discussion. This is about why we love computerized telescopes.
Me first.
I have an Orion XT8i Intelliscope. This is a PushTo scope that has no motors. It tells me where to point the scope to find what I want to see and I swing the scope. Very accurate and very easy to use.
I love that it will help me find my targets whenever I want the assist. I go out with a list of targets, punch them in one by one and know I will be able to locate them quickly. I also love that I can use it manually when I wish. It is easy to use and gives me great views.
I love my Meade ETX 80. This was my first scope. This is a fully motorized scope that will find what I request and then track it. It gives me great wide views with its short focal length but I can barlow up to get to reasonable magnifications.
I love the great portability of the scope. I can pick it up, one handed and toss it in the car. If I only have 20 minutes to view I can pull it out and use it manually if I wish.
I really enjoy the computer assist of these two scopes when I want it and enjoy that I can use them manually when I wish.
How about you? Do you love your computerized scope? If so, why?
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