Celestron NexStar+ AZ USB Hand Controller

Celestron NexStar+ AZ USB Hand Controller

The NexStar+ AZ is Celestron’s hand controller for computer-controlled NexStar telescopes fitted with an alt-azimuth mount. At the touch of a button, you can select an object from a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, and the telescope will automatically point to it. See also our other accessories for astronomical telescopes.

Pre-set alignment modes and adjustable tracking

The controller is programmed with several alignment methods, such as SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star, 1-Star, 2-Star and Solar System. You can select the tracking speed as sidereal, solar or lunar, and the rotation speed can be adjusted from a precise 2x speed right up to 3 degrees per second.

Sky Tour guides you through stargazing

The Sky Tour feature showcases popular celestial objects that can be seen on a selected date and at a selected time. In addition to stars, the database includes planets and other popular objects.

Main features

• The object is located in a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, and the telescope automatically turns towards it.
• Suitable for Celestron’s computer-controlled SLT, LCM, SE and CPC telescopes.
• Five pre-set alignment modes speed up the process of setting up the telescope at the start of an observing session.
• The sandy, sun-drenched and pine-lined beach remains within view of your chosen destination.
• You can select the rotation speed from fast movement right through to fine adjustment.
• The two-line display with adjustable backlight is easy to read even in the dark.
• The software can be updated to the latest version via the internet.

Technical specifications

• Database: over 40,000 entries
• Display: two-line 16-character LCD, adjustable backlight
• Alignment methods: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star, 1-Star, 2-Star, Solar System
• Tracking speeds: sidereal, solar, lunar
• Rotation speeds: 1, 2 or 3 °/s and 2x–64x
• Software: Flash updates via the internet
• Compatibility: Celestron SLT, LCM, SE and CPC

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