SkyScout is a revolutionary handheld device that uses advanced GPS technology with point and click convenience to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations, deep sky objects and much more. Now you can learn about any object in the night sky by simply pointing the SkyScout and enjoying the latest technology for stargazers.
Compact hi tech technology from Celestron - see below for extra cards and dedicated SkyScout accessories
General Details:
Identifies celestial objects with the click of a button
Locates over 6,000 stars, planets and constellations from built-in celestial database and provides scientific information for each object
Provides comprehensive text and audio descriptions providing history, mythology and other entertaining information for the most popular objects
Tonight's Highlights: A customized list of the 20 best objects to view for your exact date, time and location anywhere in the world
Constellation Lessons: if the star you identify or locate is part of a constellation or an asterism like the Big Dipper, you can actually take a guided tour through all the stars in that constellation and even see an onscreen map of the constellation
Built-in Field Guide Includes:
Introduction to astronomy: a six part audio lesson on the origin and history of astronomy
Glossary of Terms: text defining popular astronomy terms including planets, comets, galaxies and more
Great Astronomers: text bios on some of the world's greatest astronomers including Galileo, Einstein and Copernicus
Man Made Space Objects: text description of some of the coolest objects man has sent into space including the International Space Station, the Hubble SpaceTelescope and the Space Shuttle
Comet Guide: text descriptions about history's most famous comets including Halley's Comet and Comet Hale-Bop
SD card slot: for optional “SkyScout Expansion Cards” audio presentations that provide hours of entertainment on a variety of topics (available Jan 08)
USB port: allows database to be updated with new objects as they are discovered, comets, etc.
Simple enough for all ages: just turn it on and it’s ready to use
Built-in Help Menu: includes a quick start instruction guide for using the SkyScout
Bring it anywhere: compact and light design makes it easy to carry and durable construction makes it safe for rugged environments
Backed by Celestron's 2 year warranty
SkyScout Specs
Celestial Database
6,000 Stars, 1,500 Double & Variable Stars, all 88 constellations, over 100 deep space objects including Galaxies, Nebulae & Star Clusters, over 200 audio descriptions of the most popular celestial objects
User Controls
Target Button
Menu Navigation: Four-way control
One-Touch Controls: Identify Function, Locate Function, GPS Function, and Main Menu
Display Brightness: Increase, Decrease
Volume: Increase, Decrease
Power: On/Off
Display
Graphic LCD display with red LED backlight
3"W x 1"H (78mm x 26mm)
240 x 80 with a 0.325mm dot pitch
Audio
Maximum output power: 50mW
Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Inputs and Outputs
SD card slot
USB for connection to PC
3.5mm stereo jack for headphones
Headphones
Earbud-style headphones included
Skylink Interface
Download of new celestial objects (including newly
discovered comets, etc.)
Download of firmware upgrades
Size and Weight
Height: 2.5"
Depth: 4.0"
Width: 7.4"
Weight: 15.2 ounces (without batteries)
Power and Battery
2 x 1.5V AA batteries (not included)
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