Celestron SkySync GPS Accessory

Celestron SkySync GPS Accessory

Automatic Date, Time & Location | Faster GoTo Alignment | Plug-and-Play GPS for Celestron Mounts

The Celestron SkySync GPS Accessory is an intelligent GPS module that automatically updates your telescope with precise date, time, and geographic location, ensuring faster, more accurate GoTo alignment every time you observe. Designed by Celestron, SkySync is the easiest way to eliminate manual data entry and alignment errors—especially useful for travelling observers, outreach programs, and permanent observatories.

With true plug-and-play operation, the SkySync GPS connects directly to compatible Celestron NexStar hand controllers and mounts, turning them into fully GPS-enabled telescope systems.

🔭 Why Use the Celestron SkySync GPS?

Entering date, time, and location manually can slow down setup and introduce errors that affect GoTo accuracy. The SkySync GPS Accessory solves this by:

• Automatically determining exact latitude, longitude, date & time

• Updating your mount in seconds at power-on

• Delivering consistently accurate GoTo pointing and tracking

⭐ Key Features & Benefits

• Automatic GPS Data Acquisition
  Instantly uploads time, date, and location to your telescope

• Improves GoTo Accuracy
  More precise alignment for objects across the night sky

• Plug-and-Play Installation
  Simply connects to the AUX port—no configuration required

• Ideal for Traveling Astronomers
  Perfect for star parties, outreach events, and field locations

• Compact & Lightweight Design
  Easy to mount, pack, and transport

• Works Worldwide
  Global GPS coverage—no region restriction

🔧 Compatibility

Compatible with a wide range of Celestron computerized telescope systems, including:

• NexStar Alt-Az mounts

• Advanced VX (AVX) mounts

• CGEM / CGX / CGX-L mounts

• CPC telescopes

• Evolution series

(Not required for mounts with built-in GPS functionality)

🌌 Ideal For

• GoTo telescope users

• Mobile astronomers and astrophotographers

• Astronomy outreach and educational setups

• Permanent and remote observatories

• Users who frequently change observing locations

⚙️ Technical Specifications

• Type: External GPS Module

• Connection: Celestron AUX Port

• Operation: Automatic at startup

• Power: Supplied via mount

• Setup Time: Seconds after power-on

🚀 Performance Advantage

With accurate GPS-based alignment data, the Celestron SkySync GPS Accessory ensures faster alignment, reliable GoTo precision, and hassle-free operation, allowing you to spend more time observing and imaging rather than configuring your equipment.