Celestron NexStar+ AZ USB Hand Control

Celestron NexStar+ AZ USB Hand Control

The Celestron NexStar+ AZ Hand Control is the standard computer accessory on all current altazimuth mounted Celestron go-to telescopes: SLT, LCM, SE, NexStar Evolution, and CPC, and CPC Deluxe computerized telescopes.

Massive Database

With the push of a button, you can access NexStar+’s huge database of over 40,000 celestial objects. Automatically slew to objects in a variety of catalogs, including the Messier, NGC, Caldwell, and SAO brightest stars. The planets as well as a list of the most popular objects are also included. Not sure what to look at? Use the Tour Mode, and you’ll be shown a selection of the most popular objects for the time and date you are observing!

Features

NexStar+ Hand Control has a dual-line, 16-character LCD screen with adjustable backlighting so you can set up your Hand Control to your personal preferences. The easy to read buttons make navigating the database easy, so you can spend less time searching and more time gazing. The NexStar+ Hand Control is compatible with all altazimuth (AZ) NexStar telescopes.

Convenient

NexStar Plus includes many setup conveniences like SkyAlign, customizable max slew speed, programmable slew limits, and more. The Hand Control also connects to your PC directly with a mini-USB cable (cable not included) for software updates or optional telescope control with third-party software.

Upgrade

This hand control includes USB Flash Upgradeable Technology via the Internet, allowing users to upgrade its software with Celestron Firmware Manager.