Celestron 93969 SkySync GPS Accessory, Black
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Celestron 93969 SkySync GPS Accessory, Black

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Details

  • Brand
    Celestron
  • Model name
    SkySync
  • Special feature
    Improved and
  • Map type
    Worldwide
  • Included components
    GPS SkySync
  • Audio output mode
    AUX
🔗Plug & play AUX compatibility
⏱Instant time & location sync
đŸ›°ïž16-channel ultra-precise GPS

Description

đŸȘ Align like a pro, capture like a star.

  • QUICK SECURE SETUP - Includes a Velcro strap to mount your GPS unit safely and neatly on your tripod leg.
  • UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Works seamlessly with all non-GPS Celestron computerized telescopes—no upgrades needed.
  • ASTROIMAGING GAME CHANGER - Sharper, clearer celestial photos thanks to pinpoint alignment accuracy.
  • SAVE PRECIOUS STARGAZING TIME - Spend less time fiddling, more time exploring the cosmos with instant GPS data.
  • EFFORTLESS PRECISION ALIGNMENT - Skip manual inputs—auto-sync time, date & location from orbiting satellites for flawless telescope setup.

The Celestron 93969 SkySync GPS Accessory upgrades your computerized telescope with ultra-precise 16-channel GPS data, automating time, date, and location input for faster, more accurate alignment. Compatible with all non-GPS Celestron scopes, it enhances astroimaging quality and includes a convenient mounting strap for easy installation.

Specifications

Package Dimensions L x W x H15.8 x 15.6 x 11.4 centimetres
Package Weight0.28 Kilograms
Product Dimensions L x W x H15.9 x 15.9 x 11.4 centimetres
Item Weight0.2 Pounds
BrandCelestron
ColourBlack
Included componentsGPS SkySync
Model year2012
Plug profileTripod Mount
Part number93969-CGL
Telescope Mount DescriptionTripod Mount
StyleGPS Accessory
Guaranteed software updates untilunknown

Reviews

4.5

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P**S

Works well

There has been mixed reviews of this unit mainly in the US, I hooked it up a few nights ago and it gave me the correct location straight away and made setting up of my telescope much easier and quicker.Can't fault it.

D**N

Great device when paired with AutoAlign.

This is a great labour saving device for users of Celestron’s StarSense AutoAlign that prefer to use the hand set rather than the clunky and inconvenient SkyPortal app.One frustrating feature of AutoAlign is that every time you use it with the hand set you have to enter the time, date and location. This might not sound like a big deal but it’s easy to make mistakes in the data entry. It’s also time consuming - yet another step to go through before you can start observing.SkySync is a GPS device that automatically feeds the exact time and precise location of the observer into the scope and the hand set. Not only does this save time it also, in my experience, improves GoTo accuracy. It’s easy to set up - just plug it in to the scope, that’s all. One tip though - sometimes I get an incorrect reading from SkySync. This is usually caused by the device hunting for GPS satellites. When this happens I find that plugging the hand set directly into SkySync (as opposed to the scope) puts it right straight away.

A**E

GPS

A great asset because it saves you entering a lot of information, location, time etc

R**B

Saves time with GPS when setting up telescope

This plugs into the scope, then connects to the NexStar handset and finally to computer via USB for better tracking and it means less drift and better photos on longer exposures. My first set of tracking elements led to some nice views of the Orion nebula although there is still a bit of drift from a 45 second exposure but this is probably the mount. I'm experimenting with different exposures and finding that the GPS unit is helping for initial setup. After that it is not really required so quite pricey for the limited functionality.

J**E

Just makes it so much easier...

I initially considered this to be a waste of money since you only need it once at the beginning of each session and you can 'easily' manage to supply the required info manually (using a phone app for location/time)However, the manual method is prone to mistakes (particularly if you are a bit tired at the end of a day and operate from more than one site) not helped by the Americans inexplicable reversed date format (gents, if you are going to reverse a date, do a proper job and make it an ISO format! 'yyyymmdd') ... and after several failed attempts the process gets tedious and eats into your observation time.Cast all that hassle away - plug the SkySync GPS in, wait for the sync (whilst you are fitting your diagonal and choosing your eyepieces) , pick your stars for the alignment and then, if you wish, you can unplug it and put it back in the box - the GOTO will keep the details until you power cycle it.Forget the price, think of the value.

I**N

Wonderful

Just make sure the mount is set to pick up date / time from gps! Helps sometimes to move it a bit further down the leg.

T**D

Massively overpriced!

Considering the fact that a GPS module can be purchased on Amazon for ÂŁ13 I have to say that this item is ridiculously over priced. Yes, it does the job, but when you buy a Celestron 8SE telescope at ÂŁ1500 you should be able to expect it to store the time and date and not need to input this data everytime you turn the scope on!

W**T

So much easier to align fantastic bit of kit

Works like a dream another superb bit of kit.

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