I thought i would have more time to use it, but i have (2) 2 1/2 yrs old and they take up all my time. I selling because i already have a 8" reflector telescope to play with, thought the skyscout would be good for the kids. It's virtualy new in box, i have all the packaging, only pulled it out of the box once to test it. Asking $160.
thanks,
Peter
Celestron Skyscout Details below:
Celestron Skyscout:
http://www.rei.com/product/742247
Backpacker April '07 touts the Celestron SkyScout as creating ''...order out of the spinning blanket of stars and planets in the midnight sky.''
? Great for kids and adults, the innovative SkyScout is all you need to instantly identify and/or locate more than 6,000 stars in the night sky.
? Skip the difficult software programs and confusing sky maps?this lightweight handheld device is easy to use and easy to transport
? GPS technology with calculation positioning software combined with gravity and directional sensors identify and locate constellations
? Simply point SkyScout at any star in the sky and click the "target" button?SkyScout will instantly tell you what object you are viewing
? Locates more than 6,000 stars, 1,500 double and variable stars, all 88 constellations and more than 100 deep space objects
? Includes entertaining and educational audio and text information, including facts, trivia and history about our most popular celestial objects
? Using current date and time information, a "Highlights" screen informs user of what celestial events may be in store for that night
? Rubber armor construction makes it suitable for rugged environments
? Database can be updated with custom user objects
? LCD display with LED-backlight technology makes it easy to view at night
? Inputs and outputs include: SD card slot, USB port and 3.5mm stereo jack for headphones (earbud-style headphones included)
? Requires two 1.5v AA-size batteries, sold separately
Product Description
From the Manufacturer
The SkyScout is a revolutionary handheld device that uses advanced GPS technology with point and click convenience to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations and more.
Identify
Simply point the SkyScout at any star in the sky and click the target button. The SkyScout will tell you what object you are looking at.
thanks,
Peter
Celestron Skyscout Details below:
Celestron Skyscout:
http://www.rei.com/product/742247
Backpacker April '07 touts the Celestron SkyScout as creating ''...order out of the spinning blanket of stars and planets in the midnight sky.''
? Great for kids and adults, the innovative SkyScout is all you need to instantly identify and/or locate more than 6,000 stars in the night sky.
? Skip the difficult software programs and confusing sky maps?this lightweight handheld device is easy to use and easy to transport
? GPS technology with calculation positioning software combined with gravity and directional sensors identify and locate constellations
? Simply point SkyScout at any star in the sky and click the "target" button?SkyScout will instantly tell you what object you are viewing
? Locates more than 6,000 stars, 1,500 double and variable stars, all 88 constellations and more than 100 deep space objects
? Includes entertaining and educational audio and text information, including facts, trivia and history about our most popular celestial objects
? Using current date and time information, a "Highlights" screen informs user of what celestial events may be in store for that night
? Rubber armor construction makes it suitable for rugged environments
? Database can be updated with custom user objects
? LCD display with LED-backlight technology makes it easy to view at night
? Inputs and outputs include: SD card slot, USB port and 3.5mm stereo jack for headphones (earbud-style headphones included)
? Requires two 1.5v AA-size batteries, sold separately
Product Description
From the Manufacturer
The SkyScout is a revolutionary handheld device that uses advanced GPS technology with point and click convenience to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations and more.
Identify
Simply point the SkyScout at any star in the sky and click the target button. The SkyScout will tell you what object you are looking at.
