Introducing the SkyScout from Celestron:The SkyScout is a revolutionary, one of a kind, patented handheld device that instantly identifies and/or locates any celestial object visible to the naked eye, providing educational and entertaining information, both in text and audio. A fun learning tool for all ages, the SkyScout personal planetarium puts the knowledge of an expert astronomer in the palm of your hand. Using the SkyScout:Point the SkyScout at any bright star and it will instantly identify the object or choose an object from the celestial database of over 6,000 objects and the SkyScout will guide you to it. The SkyScout includes great information and stories about the most popular celestial objects in scrolling text and narrated audio. SkyScout's unique features include:
"Tonight's Must-See List" - When the SkyScout is turned on, it will tell the user the 10 coolest things to look at in the sky that night, using internal GPS to automatically customize it to where that particular user is located
"Constellation Lessons" - If the user is looking at a star that's part of a constellation, the SkyScout will inform the user, show a picture of the constellation, and help the user locate the other stars in the constellation.
"Updatable Software and Data" - USB port included for periodic updates of the operating software, as well as the ability to download new data from celestial objects like the Space Shuttle or passing comets.
"SkyTour Content Cards" - SD card slot exists for additional content offerings, such as "Astronomy for Kids".
How does it work:SkyScout combines GPS technology, which gives the time, date and location of the user, software that calculates the position of the objects for that moment and 3 axis sensors measuring gravitational and magnetic fields to determine the true orientation of the SkyScout to the earth.
SkyScout Features
- Identifies celestial objects instantly with the click of a button - no telescope required
- Locates over 6,000 stars, planets and constellations from built-in celestial database
- Simple enough for all ages - just turn it on and it's ready to use
- Optional "Sky Tour" audio presentations provide hours of entertainment on a variety of topics
- Bring it anywhere - compact and light design makes it easy
- Durable construction makes it safe for rugged environments
- Database can be updated with new objects, comets, etc.
- Built-in help
- 2-year warranty
Specifications
Celestial Database
- 6000 Stars, 1,500 Double and Variable Stars, all 88 Constellations, over 100 deep space objects; including Galaxies, Nebulae, and Star Clusters, extra space for custom user objects, 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 inches
- Depth: 4.0 inches
- Width: 7.4 inches
- Weight: 15.2 ounces (without batteries)
Power and Battery
- 2 x 1.5V AA batteries (Included)
