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Orion StarBlast 4.5 EQ Telescope Beginner Kit - Spanish
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  • This telescope package includes materials featuring Spanish text
  • A wide-field reflector telescope with enough aperture to get great views of the Moon, planets, and many bright deep-sky objects
  • A fantastic general-purpose astronomical telescope - great for the beginner to test the waters with mirror optics large enough to keep you and your family busy viewing for years to come
  • Included Shorty 2x Barlow doubles the magnification of both included eyepieces
  • Use the included Star Target Planisphere and MoonMap 260 to plan stargazing sessions. The included Orion Solar System, Moon, and Meteors Poster Kit is great for decorating and educating!


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Item #  20522e

Our compact, performance-packed Orion StarBlast 4.5 EQ Reflector telescope is a favorite of both beginners and expert astronomers alike. It combines the much-heralded Orion StarBlast 4.5" wide-field (f/4.0) parabolic reflector optics with our sturdy EQ-1 equatorial tracking mount and adjustable-height tripod.

The 4.5" aperture reflector telescope's short focal length serves up a generous chunk of sky in the eyepiece, making it easy for beginners to find celestial objects to study. This tripod-mounted version of the StarBlast 4.5 reflector offers an even more pronounced wide-field viewing experience compared to its tabletop counterpart, as we've upgraded the telescope eyepieces to include two from the Orion Expanse series - a 15mm and 6mm - which have a large 66° apparent field of view. Observations of everything from the Moon to Messier objects appear exceptionally sharp and rich in contrast through this petite reflector telescope. The included 15mm Expanse eyepiece provides 30x power magnification, while the 6mm Expanse eyepiece bumps up the power all the way to 75x magnification. The 15mm is a great eyepiece to begin observing sessions with, since it provides a large window of night sky for you to view. Once you've found an object you'd like to inspect more closely, swap out the 15mm Expanse with the 6mm eyepiece and enjoy a significantly more powerful view.

The Beginner Barlow Kit that comes with this value-packed telescope setup is a great combination of accessories for anyone beginning a hobby of amateur astronomy and includes the powerful Orion Shorty 2x Barlow Lens, Orion Poster Kit, Orion MoonMap 260, Star Target planisphere, and useful RedBeam Mini LED keychain red flashlight.

Use the included Orion Shorty 2x Barlow Lens to double the magnifying power of included eyepieces.
A 2-power (2x) Barlow lens is an extremely versatile telescope accessory that doubles the magnification of any eyepiece installed. Using the included Shorty 2x Barlow with the 6mm eyepiece in the StarBlast 4.5 EQ bumps its viewing power from 75x to 150x, and boosts the 15mm eyepiece's magnification from 30x to 60x when used with the 4.5" reflector. What's more, you can use the compact Shorty 2x Barlow with any other 1.25" eyepieces you already have, or any you purchase in the future.

The Orion MoonMap 260 makes it easy to learn about the Moon's craters, spacecraft landing sites, and more!
With locations and names of over 260 features on the Moon such as craters, mountains, valleys, "seas" and more, the included Orion MoonMap 260 is a great tool for beginning astronomers. This detailed map will even show you where various spacecraft have landed on the Moon's surface! The whole family will enjoy looking at the Moon with the StarBlast 4.5 EQ telescope, then discovering the names of the craters and other features you've seen in the telescope.

The Orion Star Target planisphere is a useful star chart wheel for any day of the year.
This circular star map lets you dial-in the month and day you're observing the sky, so you can see exactly which constellations and stars will be visible if skies are clear. Using the Orion Star Target is a great way for starters to plan their first stargazing sessions with the StarBlast 4.5 EQ reflector, since you'll know just where to point the telescope!

The three included astronomy posters are perfect for anyone interested in space and the stars.
With detailed images of the 8 official planets of our solar system and the Sun, the included Solar System Poster is packed with interesting facts about each planet. You'll appreciate the Observing the Moon Poster's helpful viewing tips, including 10 close-up images of popular lunar features and informative sections on the phases of the Moon, lunar surface topography, size comparisons, and more. The striking Meteor Showers Poster includes a useful calendar of yearly meteor showers, tips for observing showers, explanations of meteor-related terminology, and amazing facts. These 30" x 20" posters will delight any astro-nut!

Use the included RedBeam Mini LED flashlight to see in the dark without disrupting your dark-adapted vision.
You don't need a big flashlight to read star maps or see inside your accessory case at night. The included 2.5"-long Orion RedBeam Mini Flashlight does the job perfectly, emitting night-vision friendly red LED light. Red light won't disrupt your eyes' dark-adapted vision, so this flashlight lets you check charts and accessories while keeping your eyes primed for viewing celestial gems through the StarBlast 4.5 EQ telescope. Includes batteries and a handy key-ring.
 

Warranty

Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for one year from date of purchase. This warranty is for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact us at sales-eu@telescope.com

Product Support
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  • Best for viewing
    Brighter deep sky
  • Best for imaging
    Lunar & planetary
  • User level
    Beginner
  • Optical design
    Reflector
  • Optical diameter
    114 mm
  • Focal length
    450 mm
  • Focal ratio
    f/4,0
  • Optics type
    Parabolic
  • Glass material
    Soda-lime plate
  • Eyepieces
    Expanse 15,0 mm,6,0 mm (1,25")
  • Magnification with included eyepieces
    30 x, 75 x
  • Resolving power
    1,02 arc*sec
  • Lowest useful magnification
    16 x
  • Highest useful magnification
    228 x
  • Highest theoretical magnification
    228 x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude
    12,9
  • Optical quality
    Diffraction limited
  • Finder scope
    EZ Finder II
  • Focuser
    1,25" Rack-and-pinion
  • Secondary mirror obstruction
    34 mm
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter
    30 %
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by area
    9 %
  • Mirror coatings/over-coatings
    Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
  • Mount type
    Equatorial
  • Astro-imaging capability
    Lunar & planetary
  • Dovetail bar system
    No
  • Motor drive compatibility
    Clock drive sold separately
  • Computerized compatibility
    Not compatible
  • Bearing material
    Friction bearings
  • Latitude range
    14-70
  • Setting circles
    Yes
  • Polar-axis scope
    Not available
  • Counterweights
    One 2,2kg
  • Tube material
    Steel
  • Tripod material
    Aluminum
  • Counterweight bar length
    20 cm
  • Diameter of counterweight shaft
    12 mm
  • Height range of mount
    82,55 cm - 1,39 m
  • Length of optical tube
    45,7 cm
  • Weight, optical tube
    1,8 kg
  • Weight, mount/tripod
    5,4 kg
  • Weight, fully assembled
    9,4 kg
  • Additional included accessories
  • Other features
  • Warranty
    One year

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