Identify celestial objects youre viewing via GPS / Locate celestial objects by name via GPS / Learn about popular celestial objects with audio & text # SkyScout Personal Planetarium - The SkyScout makes star-gazing a whole lot easier, and a lot more fun! SkyScout works in one of two ways. You can point the SkyScout at what you are looking at in the sky, then via GPS, the SkyScout will tell you what exactly it is youre looking at. Or, you can select a celestial object you want to see via its internal menu, and SkyScout will prompt you with directional arrows through the viewfinder. Follow its directions and SkyScout will let you know when youre on target. SkyScout also has the capability to educate you on the object your viewing. Via Audio and text, the SkyScout will give you facts, trivia, history and mythology on the most popular space-faring bodies. Includes: earbud-style headphones, carrying case, strap, & USB cable. # Simple enough for all ages - Just turn it on and its ready to use # The lightweight, handheld design lets you take it with you anywhere # Celestial Database - 6,000 stars, 1,500 double & variable stars, all 88 constellations, over 100 deep space objects - including Galaxies, Nebulae & Star Clusters # Database can be updated with new objects, comets, etc. # Over 200 audio descriptions of the most popular celestial objects # Durable construction # Graphic 3" (w) x 1" (h) LCD Display with Red LED Backlight # Target Button # Menu Navigation: 4-way control # Out-Touch Controls: identify function, locate function, GPS function, & main menu # Brightness Controls # Volume Controls # SD Card Slot # USB Connection to a PC # 3.5mm Stereo jack for headphones # Powered by 2 AA Batteries (not included) # Built-in Help # 2-Year Manufacturers Warranty # Unit Dimensions - 2.5" (h) x 4" (d) x 7.4" (w) # Unit Weight - 15.2 oz. (w/o batteries)
