Celestron SkyPortal WiFi Module

Celestron SkyPortal Wi-Fi Module

The Celestron SkyPortal Wi-Fi Module enables wireless control of compatible computerized telescopes using a smartphone or tablet. Once connected to the Hand Control or AUX port, the SkyPortal app transforms your mobile device into a powerful wireless telescope controller.

Key features

• Wireless telescope control via smartphone or tablet
• Works with the free SkyPortal app for iOS and Android
• Database of more than 100,000 celestial objects
• Automatic time and location synchronization from your device
• Sky Tour feature recommends the best objects to observe
• Audio descriptions for hundreds of popular celestial objects
• No batteries or external power required
• Suitable for beginners and advanced users alike

Product description

Simply plug the module into your telescope's Hand Control or AUX port and connect your mobile device to its Wi-Fi signal. The SkyPortal app then guides you through telescope alignment and allows you to select and slew to celestial objects with a simple tap.

While observing, users can access object information, astronomical images, and audio descriptions covering planets, nebulae, star clusters, and many other celestial targets.

The Sky Tour feature automatically generates a list of recommended stars, galaxies, and nebulae based on your exact time and location.

Developed in collaboration with the creators of SkySafari, SkyPortal provides powerful planning tools and access to astronomical events up to 100 years into the future.

Compatible mounts

• Advanced VX
• CG-5 (compatible cable required)
• CGE Pro
• CGEM
• CGEM DX
• CPC
• LCM
• NexStar Evolution
• NexStar SLT
• NexStar SE
• SkyProdigy (without automatic alignment)

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