The Meade 8" LX90 8" ACF  is a full-capability, computer-controlled Advanced Coma Free optics . The LX90 is not only a high-resolution visual observing instrument but also is fully qualified for the more advanced areas of astronomy, including long-exposure CCD-imaging and astrophotography. Special features of the 8" LX90 include: (a) a die-cast-aluminum double-tine fork mount that rigidly supports the optical tube in all sky orientations; (b)worm gears of 4.9"-diameter on both telescope axes that permit smooth sidereal-rate tracking of celestial objects as well as precise guiding corrections during long-exposure imaging; (c) a chromed-steel variable-height tripod that provides all the rigidity required in sensitive field applications - in fact, the same tripod as provided with the Meade 8" LX200GPS.

Autostar Computer Controller: The LX90's standard-equipment Autostar controller connects to the telescope's control panel and permits an incredible array of telescope options:  

GO TO capability at 6.5°/sec on both axes, simultaneously, to 30,223 database objects, including: 13,235 deep-sky objects sorted by named objects; galaxies; diffuse nebulae; planetary nebulae; star clusters; including the complete Messier,Caldwell, IC, and NGC catalogues;16,800 stars sorted by name, SAO catalogue numbers, double and variable stars; the centroids of the 88 constellations; plus 200 memory locations for user-defined objects.50 objects in the solar system: 8 major planets from Mercury to Pluto; the Moon; 26 asteroids; 15 comets;50 Earth satellites, including the International Space Station and Hubble telescope.