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Celestron - SkySync Telescope GPS Accessory
Add GPS to your Celestron computerized telescope and get time, date, and location downloads from orbiting Global Positioning Satellites. This 16-channel GPS module plugs into your telescope’s hand control or the auxiliary (AUX) port on your drive base and then mounts to a tripod leg to stay safely out of the way with included straps.
SkySync makes it easier to align your telescope while keeping your date and time updated.
Features
- Upgrade your Celestron computerized telescope to GPS with SkySync
- Improve the speed and accuracy of alignments with 16-channel GPS
- Automatically updates the time and date
- Plugs into the AUX port on the base of the telescope
- Compatible for all non-GPS Celestron computerized telescopes
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IMO: a luxurious addon if you have it -- but not really necessary otherwise
Celestron 93969 SkySync GPS AccessoryThis GPS add-on allows you to automatically input gps coordinates and date/time into your celestron telescope system. I own a nexstar 6se. Though you CAN get the same results with wifi adapter and phone or laptop, I managed to find an "open box" deal here with amazonwarehouse deals. I decided to get one and try it out anyway.This unit comes with two velcro straps (different lengths to accommodate different girths for strapping around). I used the shorter one for my Nexstar 6se tripod leg. Mounts easy and quick. The unit has a coiled RJ11 aux cable to plug into your mount AUX port. IF you are using alll your aux ports, then you can connect this to your handset's aux and then plug your handset into the aux port of this GPS dongle as well. Nice ! I use a 2-1 aux splitter.When i connected this to the Celestron firmare manager software i didnt see any update to upgrade to at the time of this review.Having this accessory adds a tad bit more conveience. No need to connect to laptop via usb. No need to direct connect the telescope via wifi to smartphone. Just as a standalone product, I dont need to manually enter time/date and gps coordinate at all. Turn the telescope on without any phone/laptop and things get setup quick. I'd say this is a nice little option if you can get your hands on it for a reduced price but if you use wifi module to your phone, i dont really think its a good value new. Fortunately , i got a nice discount on amazon warehouse pricing so it was a nice lucky buy and i love having it now tbh!
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Reviewed in Canada on June 13, 2017
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Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2024
This GPS add-on allows you to automatically input gps coordinates and date/time into your celestron telescope system. I own a nexstar 6se. Though you CAN get the same results with wifi adapter and phone or laptop, I managed to find an "open box" deal here with amazonwarehouse deals. I decided to get one and try it out anyway.
This unit comes with two velcro straps (different lengths to accommodate different girths for strapping around). I used the shorter one for my Nexstar 6se tripod leg. Mounts easy and quick. The unit has a coiled RJ11 aux cable to plug into your mount AUX port. IF you are using alll your aux ports, then you can connect this to your handset's aux and then plug your handset into the aux port of this GPS dongle as well. Nice ! I use a 2-1 aux splitter.
When i connected this to the Celestron firmare manager software i didnt see any update to upgrade to at the time of this review.
Having this accessory adds a tad bit more conveience. No need to connect to laptop via usb. No need to direct connect the telescope via wifi to smartphone. Just as a standalone product, I dont need to manually enter time/date and gps coordinate at all. Turn the telescope on without any phone/laptop and things get setup quick. I'd say this is a nice little option if you can get your hands on it for a reduced price but if you use wifi module to your phone, i dont really think its a good value new. Fortunately , i got a nice discount on amazon warehouse pricing so it was a nice lucky buy and i love having it now tbh!
Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
IMO: a luxurious addon if you have it -- but not really necessary otherwise
Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2024
Celestron 93969 SkySync GPS AccessoryReviewed in Canada on March 26, 2024
This GPS add-on allows you to automatically input gps coordinates and date/time into your celestron telescope system. I own a nexstar 6se. Though you CAN get the same results with wifi adapter and phone or laptop, I managed to find an "open box" deal here with amazonwarehouse deals. I decided to get one and try it out anyway.
This unit comes with two velcro straps (different lengths to accommodate different girths for strapping around). I used the shorter one for my Nexstar 6se tripod leg. Mounts easy and quick. The unit has a coiled RJ11 aux cable to plug into your mount AUX port. IF you are using alll your aux ports, then you can connect this to your handset's aux and then plug your handset into the aux port of this GPS dongle as well. Nice ! I use a 2-1 aux splitter.
When i connected this to the Celestron firmare manager software i didnt see any update to upgrade to at the time of this review.
Having this accessory adds a tad bit more conveience. No need to connect to laptop via usb. No need to direct connect the telescope via wifi to smartphone. Just as a standalone product, I dont need to manually enter time/date and gps coordinate at all. Turn the telescope on without any phone/laptop and things get setup quick. I'd say this is a nice little option if you can get your hands on it for a reduced price but if you use wifi module to your phone, i dont really think its a good value new. Fortunately , i got a nice discount on amazon warehouse pricing so it was a nice lucky buy and i love having it now tbh!
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Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2024
Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
Reviewed in Canada on August 6, 2016
Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
Reviewed in Canada on May 9, 2017
Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2023
Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
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PH
Nice to have
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
José Gil
Un gran equipo
Reviewed in Mexico on June 23, 2023Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
José Gil
Reviewed in Mexico on June 23, 2023
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Aymé M.
La qualité au rendez-vous
Reviewed in France on June 27, 2024Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
Nering
Celestron GPS
Reviewed in Germany on July 28, 2023Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase
rick
3 stars just for the price
Reviewed in the Netherlands on April 5, 2023Style: GPS AccessoryVerified Purchase