Description
- The Celestron focus motor enables electronic focusing for Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain (SCT) and EdgeHD telescope optical tubes. (product 1)
- Celestron SkySync provides ultra-precise GPS time, date, and location data to Celestron computerized telescope mounts for accurate alignment. (product 2)
- The focus motor is compatible with Celestron SCTs from 6 to 14 produced since 2006 and EdgeHD optical tubes. Not compatible with 5 SCTs or older models. (product 1)
- SkySync works with all non-GPS Celestron computerized telescope mounts. Simply plug into hand control or mount AUX port. (product 2)
- Focus motor includes port covers and can be powered by Celestron mount, computer USB or external 12V DC power source. (product 1)
Celestron Motor for SCT and EdgeHD - Enables Electronic Focusing - Bring Celestial Objects into Sharp, Precise Focus, 94155-A
The Focus Motor for SCT & EdgeHD provides electronic focusing for Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain (SCT) and EdgeHD telescope optical tubes With the focus motor installed you can bring celestial objects into sharp precise focus using your telescopes hand controller or a computer instead of using the focuser knob A focus motor is great for visual observers who want to dial in exact focus (especially those with dexterity issues) and a must-have accessory for astroimagers With a motorized focuser installed an astroimager no longer needs to be physically near the telescope to focus an image Combined with computerized control of the mount and camera the focus motor enables the imager to gather data remotely from a backyard observatory or even a telescope located hundreds of miles away As an added bonus port covers protect the ports while not in use and the covers cannot be lost due to the tethered design The focus motor is compatible with all SCTs from 6 to 14 in aperture that have been produced since the year 2006 It is not compatible with 5 SCTs or older models It is compatible with the 8 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) the 36cm RASA the 7 Maksutov-Cassegrain and all the EdgeHD optical tubes It can also be used with the 11 RASA but requires the Focuser Retrofit Kit for RASA 11 For 6 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes only the Off-Axis Guider (#93648) cannot be used when the focus motor is installed due to mechanical interferences There are three options for powering your Celestron Focus Motor 1 When using a Celestron computerized mount you can power and control the focus motor through the mount using the supplied AUX cable This allows control from the mounts hand controller (NexStar+ or StarSense) or a computer 2 If you are not using a Celestron mount you can power and control the focus motor from a computer USB port You will need a user supplied USB A-to-B cable 3 You may also opt to use an external 12V DC power source which plugs into the motors power jack
Celestron - SkySync Telescope GPS Accessory Automatically Updates your Telescope with 16-channel GPS Data, Time, and Date - Save Time & Improve the Accuracy of your Telescope Alignment, Black (93969)
Computerized telescopes rely on time, date, and location information to create an internal model of the night sky. Your telescopes pointing and tracking ability is only as good as the information the telescope receives. For the best alignment possible, we created the SkySync GPS Accessory, which provides real-time 16-channel GPS data from orbiting satellites to your hand control.
Using this handy device couldnt be simpler. Just plug it into the hand control itself or any available AUX port on your mount. Instead of going through the time-consuming process of manually entering time, date, and location information, SkySync supplies it automatically. In addition to the improved accuracy, youll appreciate the time savings each and every time you align your telescope.
SkySync blends in seamlessly with your existing telescope setup. A Velcro strap secures it to the tripod leg, where it is safely out of the way. The device is powered by the mount itself, so theres no need for an extra battery. And since it relies on Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites, you can count on it to work in even the most remote dark sky observing sites.
Every serious visual observer or astroimager looking to upgrade his or her telescope setup will enjoy the convenience and user-friendly design of SkySync.
Compatibility Information
SkySync GPS Accessory is compatible with all non-GS Celestron computerized mounts.