Hello, I would like to know if I can point this telescope to any set of coordinates or just the 4000 preloaded in the database
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There is an option to point to any RA/Dec axis, so yes. You can call Celestron to confirm as well.
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Sorry, I cannot respond. The telescope and accessories were a gift. I know nothing about the bits and pieces.
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it takes alot of patience with telescopes...even if you don not have a finderscope. Find your target with the 20 mm eyepiece. Zoom in on it and use ur 4 mm
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If you mean UTM coordinates, the answer is yes. The user can select either lat/long or UTM coordinates to display.
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My suggestion is to contact them through their official site at http://www.telescope.com/home.jsp?gclid=CIyM0PKN78ICFaNj7AodrmQAew they have a chat feature that you may find useful.
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Yes you can but for astrography a motorized mount is almost a necessity. Manual tracking for long exposures is quite a daunting task.
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Hello I'm not a expert but the telescope collimation might be off. The focus assembly could have a problem. Hope this helps.
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Celestron has a list on their site. Check the mount you have, not the telescope.
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The GPS only captures time, date and location information so that you don't have to enter it manually. If you do have the GPS, make sure to enable the functionality through the NexStar menu. SkyQ Link allows the remote operation of the telescope but the alignment process still needs to be done manually. I agree with Doug, I would save my cash and get something more usefule like a Televue Barlow lens. You'll get more value out of it.In short, I find that Celestron makes good optical equipment and portable mounts but their ancillary products are yet to be desired. I have a few of these items and there aren't any that have been trouble free. Tech supports common boiler plate response is to 'replace' the item. The GPS only captures time, date and location information so that you don't have to enter it manually. If you do have the GPS, make sure to enable the functionality through the NexStar menu. SkyQ Link allows the remote operation of the telescope but the alignment process still needs to be done manually. I agree with Doug, I would save my cash and get something more usefule like a Televue Barlow lens. You'll get more value out of it.In short, I find that Celestron makes good optical equipment and portable mounts but their ancillary products are yet to be desired. I have a few of... » Read More The GPS only captures time, date and location information so that you don't have to enter it manually. If you do have the GPS, make sure to enable the functionality through the NexStar menu. SkyQ Link allows the remote operation of the telescope but the alignment process still needs to be done manually. I agree with Doug, I would save my cash and get something more usefule like a Televue Barlow lens. You'll get more value out of it.In short, I find that Celestron makes good optical equipment and portable mounts but their ancillary products are yet to be desired. I have a few of these items and there aren't any that have been trouble free. Tech supports common boiler plate response is to 'replace' the item. « Show Less
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The telescope can be slewed manually by simply moving it with your hand. Its not really locked into place or anything like that. Althought It does make things a bit more difficult XP
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There should be no problem using this telescope anywhere on Earth (that people actually live). All you need to do is look up your approximate latitude and longitude in degrees minutes and seconds, the current time, and then point the scope at three bright objects! I find that if you're careful and patient the first few times you set it up, you can get it to point quite accurately. Given your location, I would recommend buying a reusable 12v battery and charger instead of using AA batteries. Also, read the manual thoroughly and be very careful with the system so you don't have to send it far away for repairs! There should be no problem using this telescope anywhere on Earth (that people actually live). All you need to do is look up your approximate latitude and longitude in degrees minutes and seconds, the current time, and then point the scope at three bright objects! I find that if you're careful and patient the first few times you set it up, you can get it to point quite accurately. Given your location, I would recommend buying a reusable 12v battery and charger instead of using AA batteries. Also, read the manual thoroughly and be very careful with the system so you don't have to send it far... » Read More There should be no problem using this telescope anywhere on Earth (that people actually live). All you need to do is look up your approximate latitude and longitude in degrees minutes and seconds, the current time, and then point the scope at three bright objects! I find that if you're careful and patient the first few times you set it up, you can get it to point quite accurately. Given your location, I would recommend buying a reusable 12v battery and charger instead of using AA batteries. Also, read the manual thoroughly and be very careful with the system so you don't have to send it far away for repairs! « Show Less
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We have used it on occasion, hooked up to a laptop. Took a bit of time to locate object and focus on telescope and then put in the eye piece. Worked ok, but not something I would use all the time.
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Hi, sorry, I don't know... I believe you're SUPPOSED to be able to. I'm trying to pick it up myself, but being a total noob at all this satellite stuff I haven't figured it out yet. Good luck! - Tracy
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No, it is not. The way it works is instead of a combination of motors moving the scope around, You move the scope around. You align it with the calibration stars you choose by manually pushing it. Once everything is correct it will tell you how far to move in either axis on the hand controller. It's a great way to get into the hobby because it teaches you the positioning of all the stars and celestial objects!
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Actually as it is said , no need of any computer to operate this scope. The COL is independent of any software aid. But if you want to get a sky map view and to find to where you aimed your scope at the sky , you can use sky safari plus or pro as I used to with sky Fi or sky BT telescope controller. They are working with Mac OS but I use the android version on my tablet.This is a push to go system so you are free from any horrible mechanical sounds or technical errors.
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Yes. You have to align the telescope by using the finder scope to center on 3 stars first. Then, anything you pick on the remote will make the telescope automatically move to the object and, more importantly, track said object.
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Hello, how are you? I did some research on your question. So far I found this web site where you can get an adapter you can use to attach your camera to your telescope. If you buy one please let me know if it works or not. My email address is snban4@aol.com thanks and take care Sue Banks