SkyScout Scope 90 no. 21068

Discover, explore and learn with the SkyScout Scope!

Designed exclusively for use with the Celestron SkyScout® Personal Planetarium®, the new SkyScout® Scope 90 is easy to set-up, nearly maintenance free and features Celestron’s precision optics. Simply attach the SkyScout® to the specially designed mount to locate and identify celestial objects. Once the SkyScout® has located or identified an object it’s time to take your celestial experience to the next level and use the SkyScout® Scope to reveal the wonders of the universe.

Attaching and aligning the SkyScout Personal Planetarium is easy with the specially designed adjustable mount. No tools required.	SkyScout Scope features a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. This style of mount is great for viewing nature and celestial objects.	Erect image 6x30 finderscope with quick-release bracket.

• Designed with non-magnetic materials that do not to interfere with the SkyScout sensors
• Quick and easy no tool setup
• 90mm refractor optical design with all coated glass optics and 660mm (f/7) focal length for crisp, clear images
• Erect image 6x30 finderscope with quick-release bracket
• Erect image optics are ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
• Pan handle control with clutch for smooth and accurate pointing
• Rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25" stainless steel tube legs provides a rigid and stable viewing platform
• Accessory tray for convenient accessory storage
• Adjustable bracket to hold SkyScout (SkyScout Personal Planetarium sold separately)

SPECIFICATIONS

SkyScout Personal Planetarium item no. 93970

• 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 inches
• Depth: 4.0 inches
• Width: 7.4 inches
• Weight: 15.2 ounces (without batteries)

Power and Battery

• 2 x 1.5V AA batteries (not included)

Note: specifications subject to change without notice