Re: Sky Scout

I asked the same question and got the same answer earlier this year. But you have to agree that the concept - using a GPS locator in lieu of digital setting circles (which are more expensive then the Sky Scout) - is the next logical step in finder technology.

It's certainly cool technology. The SkyScout uses GPS to to determine its location, time & date, and other sensors determine which direction it's pointing in both azimuth and elevation. That information is coupled to the internal database of celestial objects, and it all comes together to locate or identify objects in the sky. By the way, SkyScout works in daylight, too, although it's difficult to see the pointing arrows (I cover the far end). Great for finding Venus and similar objects during the day.

Ron
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