Telescope Features; Multi-Mount; Robust Aluminum Construction; Gears And Drives - Meade LX80 Instruction Manual

Telescope Features

Meade Instruments introduces the latest in a long line
of advanced astronomical products: the LX80™. Using
revolutionary new technology, every aspect of this
system has been designed to deliver the new standard
in astrophotographic and visual performance.
The LX80 incorporates an astonishing array of
technological and mechanical achievements and
provides the kind of innovation and quality that only
Meade can deliver.
LX80 Multi-Mount
The LX80 Multi-Mount operates in three modes:
German equatorial, single OTA alt-az and dual OTA alt-
az. Setting up in any mode is quick and easy with no
additional tools required.

Robust Aluminum Construction

The LX80 is built around a solid aluminum structure,
with two large, tapered roller bearings that handle radial
and thrust loads on each axis to carry a total instrument
payload of 40 pounds in EQ and single OTA alt-az
modes and up to 75 pounds in dual OTA mode.
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Gears and Drives

Its precision worm gear drives on both axes deliver
smooth, accurate motion and Meade's proprietary
SmartDrive™ provides periodic error correction that
dramatically reduces errors providing performance only
available on much more expensive mounts.
LX80 Tripod
With large two inch diameter stainless steel legs, the
all new LX80 tripod is rugged and stable. Built-in fi ne-
tune leg levelers at the top of each leg make doing small
leveling adjustments the easiest they've ever been.