{"product_id":"explore-scientific-es-ed-0806-fr0-8x","title":"Explore Scientific ED80-FCD100 Triplet Refractor \u0026 iEXOS-100-02 Mount Bundle","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures genuine HOYA FCD100 ED glass for superior color correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir-spaced triplet optical design virtually eliminates chromatic aberration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight optical tube is ideal for grab-and-go observing or as a guide scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiEXOS-100-02 German Equatorial mount with PMC-Eight GoTo system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless control via WiFi and Bluetooth using the free ExploreStars app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eASCOM compatible for integration with third-party astronomy software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Scientific ED80-FCD100 Triplet Refractor \u0026amp; iEXOS-100-02 Mount Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bundle combines the Explore Scientific ED80-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor with the iEXOS-100-02 PMC-Eight GoTo Mount, creating a complete, portable system for high-contrast visual observation and astrophotography. The optical tube uses genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion glass to deliver sharp, color-pure images, while the sophisticated PMC-Eight motion control system provides accurate, wireless tracking of celestial objects directly from your tablet or computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eED80 Optics: Air-Spaced Triplet with HOYA FCD100 Glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the ED80 refractor is its air-spaced triplet lens assembly, which virtually eliminates chromatic aberration, or false color fringing. This design uses a central element made of authentic HOYA FCD100 ED glass, which provides color correction comparable to the industry-benchmark Ohara FPL-53. Combined with Explore Scientific's proprietary EMD multi-layer coatings, the optical system delivers brilliant, high-contrast views with optimized light transmission, rendering planetary details and deep-sky objects with true-to-life color fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eiEXOS-100 Mount: PMC-Eight Wireless GoTo Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iEXOS-100 mount is powered by the Explore Scientific PMC-Eight Precision Motion Control system. This unique architecture uses eight independent CPUs to manage tracking, slewing, and communication, resulting in exceptionally responsive and reliable performance. Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth allow you to control the mount wirelessly using the free ExploreStars app, which is available for Windows, Android, and Apple tablets, turning your device into a full-featured astronomical database and GoTo controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePortable Astrophotography: German Equatorial Tracking Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for portability, this German Equatorial Mount (GEM) provides the accurate sidereal tracking necessary for long-exposure astrophotography. The GEM design prevents the field rotation inherent in alt-azimuth mounts, keeping stars pinpoint sharp in your images. The system includes smooth RA and DEC locking clutches for easy balancing, an integrated bubble level, and a polar alignment sight hole to simplify setup. While the included pack uses C-cell batteries, an external lithium-ion power bank or AC adapter is recommended for extended imaging sessions, as the motors' performance can be affected by voltage drops from standard batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptical Glass: Why HOYA FCD100 Rivals FPL-53\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor decades, Ohara's FPL-53 glass has been the standard for apochromatic refractors, known for its ability to bring all colors of the visual spectrum to a single focal point. HOYA FCD100 is a modern equivalent that delivers a nearly identical level of color correction and image purity. By choosing an ED80 with FCD100 glass, you get apochromatic views free of distracting purple halos around bright stars and planetary limbs, ensuring that the only colors you see are those of the cosmos itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the PMC-Eight system in the iEXOS-100-02 mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePMC-Eight system\u003c\/strong\u003e uses eight independent microprocessors for motion control tasks, unlike traditional single-processor mounts. This distributed architecture improves responsiveness, timing precision, and tracking accuracy, resulting in smoother slewing and more reliable performance, especially when controlled wirelessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I control the iEXOS-100-02 mount wirelessly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can control the mount using its built-in \u003cstrong\u003eWiFi or Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e connectivity. Simply download the free \u003cstrong\u003eExploreStars app\u003c\/strong\u003e on a compatible Windows, Android, Amazon Fire, or Apple tablet. The app allows you to perform alignment, browse a database of celestial objects, and command the mount to slew to and track your desired target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the ED80-FCD100 telescope in this bundle suitable for astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The ED80's apochromatic triplet optics provide a sharp, color-corrected field ideal for imaging. Paired with the iEXOS-100 German Equatorial mount, which provides accurate tracking to prevent star trails, this bundle is a capable and portable astrophotography platform for DSLRs and smaller dedicated astronomy cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of objects can I see with the ED80-FCD100 and iEXOS-100 bundle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system is versatile enough for a wide range of celestial targets. You can expect sharp, high-contrast views of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Moon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Craters, rilles, and mountain ranges in crisp detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanets:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rings of Saturn, cloud bands on Jupiter, and the phases of Venus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-Sky Objects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brighter star clusters like the Pleiades (M45), nebulae like the Orion Nebula (M42), and galaxies like Andromeda (M31).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this ED80-FCD100 bundle to image the Orion Nebula (M42) with my DSLR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is an excellent setup for imaging large, bright targets like the Orion Nebula (M42). The ED80 provides a wide field of view that can frame the entire nebula complex, and the iEXOS-100 mount will track the object accurately, allowing you to take the long exposures needed to capture its faint details and vibrant colors with a DSLR camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat power source is best for a long imaging session with the iEXOS-100 mount at a dark site?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extended use, especially in cold weather, it is highly recommended to use an external power source instead of the included C-cell battery pack. A \u003cstrong\u003e12V DC lithium-ion power bank\u003c\/strong\u003e or a portable deep-cycle battery is ideal. These provide consistent voltage for many hours, ensuring the motors operate smoothly and the GoTo system remains accurate throughout your imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003c!-- No specifications were provided in the source data. --\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- No contents were provided in the source data. --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Explore_Scientific_PMC-Eight_iEXOS-100_Booklet_English_Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/explore-scientific-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore Scientific Warranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52909154795805,"sku":"ES-ED-0806-FR0.8x","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/ExploreScientific-ED80-FCD100-Series-Air-Spaced-Triplet-Refractor-Telescope-iEXOS-100-02-Mount-Bundle-1_127686fa-ba1f-4a64-9fb3-0744391c3eaa.jpg?v=1789060515","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/explore-scientific-es-ed-0806-fr0-8x","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}