Introducing Celestron's SkyPortal Telescope Control App for iPhone and Android

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  • Get the most out of your FREE Celestron SkyPortal App by Simulation Curriculum…included with every Celestron telescope! Simulation Curriculum Ambassador, Dave Farina, highlights the distinct benefits of the app along with some exclusive tips and tricks. You'll be navigating the night sky and controlling your telescope with SkyPortal before you know it!
    SkyPortal app download link: www.celestron.com/pages/skypo...
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  • @OnHoldAt50
    @OnHoldAt50 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I literally watched the whole presentation waiting for you to mention the tracker's ability to plan solar and lunar eclipses. Tracking the sun is a feature many amateurs want. Gotta be something out there? I figured that would be a default basic with Celestron. Guess I was wrong.

  • @BrandonJEvansPhotography
    @BrandonJEvansPhotography 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love the app! I have the pro version though. I actually think it's waaay easier to do the alignment process than with the hand control. It's more straight forward and you get more options for objects to view!

  • @dwwheelock
    @dwwheelock 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How about a concise video on how to align a Celestron NexStar telescope for daytime observing of a solar eclipse when stars are not visible?

  • @michaelsandell1622
    @michaelsandell1622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dave, GREAT video! One question- when I start up the app and connect to my scope, the 'aiming reticle' for the app seems to choose some random spot to start in, even though the app itself centers its view on Polaris. Is there not some way to adjust the settings on the app so that the reticle is also on Polaris? In truth I can't figure out how to get my 8SE's direction to match the reticle's current position. This would make the alignment process tremendously easier. Please advise

  • @scottrk4930
    @scottrk4930 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hello . If you could add an "Update Database" option , like in SkySafari , then we would be able to keep the App current with new Objects such as Comets . Also the Focus page is not very good . I revert to the Hand Controller for very fine control with the Focus Motor . Good news there is that by using the HC , the Motor Steps are reflected in the App which is useful . Thanks !/SRK

  • @SteveSmith-wx8kc
    @SteveSmith-wx8kc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I use Sky Portal on my phone with my Nexstar Evolution 8, the Disconnect tab is right next to the GOTO and Search tabs, and sometimes my big fingers will tap it while trying GOTO a new planet, or to do a search disconnecting my alignment. Can there be an update to the program that will place the Disconnect tab in a menu away from the user tabs, and or make it ask if you really want to disconnect like the window that comes up when you want to format a flash drive? I really enjoy using it, but this one thing has been a thorn in my side at times, sometimes having to go through realignment again and again in a single night.

  • @hovlandbound
    @hovlandbound 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi and thanks so much for the video. I do have a question. Instead of having the controls on your mobile device like your phone, is there an app to run on a laptop to do the same features? Connect with your laptop. Thanks!!

  • @user-xm7sw4mo3m
    @user-xm7sw4mo3m 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. It was very interesting and informative. I wish you creative success.

  • @winterpatriot1429
    @winterpatriot1429 ปีที่แล้ว

    One question -
    After utilizing the go-to feature, can we lock onto a target using “lock” and maintain continuous tracking (EAA, for example, with SharpCap camera control)?

  • @southernexposure123
    @southernexposure123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I already own a different brand of EQ mount that is motorized but is not a go to mount.
    Will the WIFI upgrade module work on the EQ mount I already own?
    Thank you.

  • @UnixicanEditz
    @UnixicanEditz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok,so I have a celestron powerseeker 70eq,can you put the WiFi celestron thingy on it? Because it cost 100$ and I don’t want that to be bad

  • @micky6312
    @micky6312 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a great bit of kit but can't find any information on how to use the focus motor with the WiFi module..

  • @crazystudios2014
    @crazystudios2014 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A question I can link with a celestron firstscope with the application

  • @LookintomyBarrel
    @LookintomyBarrel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, i'm a complete beginner, I am thinking why can't you include connectivity to a zwo camera or dslr camera so i can use the app to take photos, can't see much point of slewing to the object then not being able to photograph it..... and having to switch to a different programme? any replies from anyone would be great..

  • @jackfrost4033
    @jackfrost4033 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    hello I use the celestron 8se with wifi and the starsense align camera drivers by sky portal
    I put an angled eyepiece and a bigger eyepiece
    these block on the mount if I guide the telescope towards the zenith
    Can the self-alignment process block the angled eyepieces when filming at zenith?
    the problem persists even if I block the tube at the end
    So is it better to remove the angled eyepiece for the alignment procedure?
    THANKS
    paul

  • @colinbacon1738
    @colinbacon1738 ปีที่แล้ว

    I too have not been able to align my Astro fi telescope. I am going to try again tonight by pointing telescope north and then connect. I have the very same trouble the reticle is way off to what I’m looking at. Hence if say I try to align dubhe and align stat in red dot then eye piece because the reticle is so way of it says star is to far away to align . Something costing so much should not be this difficult.

  • @Mikeb8134
    @Mikeb8134 ปีที่แล้ว

    super cool guys!

  • @kmhooibg7577
    @kmhooibg7577 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, computerized telescope are quite expensive. Can Astromaster 130eq connect to SkyPortal and connect to phone for aligning star?

  • @craiglowery4427
    @craiglowery4427 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I use Sky Portal, do I have to plug in the hand controller

  • @TheZilfer25
    @TheZilfer25 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    After watching this video I don't see why you should have to align the scope if you can use your phone GPS to locate objects

  • @petelopez5826
    @petelopez5826 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m having problems with the WiFi module staying connected to my phone with the 8se telescope. I’ve even updated the firmware on the telescope and WiFi module. There is no reliable constant connection to the app.
    Celestron needs to integrate the WiFi into all NexStar lineup instead of buying a separate module.

  • @bslaws
    @bslaws 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have an older Celestron NexStar 8 GPS XLT (carbon fiber tube) and would like to know if this will work with my scope? Anyone else have experience with the older Nexstar 8s?

  • @TURBOCAST
    @TURBOCAST 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a way to just follow the moons path only?

  • @AlexOrlovallmountainsports
    @AlexOrlovallmountainsports ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I am looking to buy a Celestron telescope,
    Just downloaded the app, but Application star sense explorer doesn't work on Android (Honor 8 phone)
    The app says "your hardware does not compatible with it"
    So,what should I do? Will you fix the bug on your side?!
    I just updated the phone soft for the latest available one.
    Pls let me know, as now I am in dough to buy a scope.
    BR, Alex

  • @schaferluca3025
    @schaferluca3025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a question. Can you control a dslr camera (exposure , iso,shutter release etc.) with SkyPortal when the camera is connected with the cable to the mount?

    • @CelestronDotCom
      @CelestronDotCom  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No. SkyPortal does not offer camera control.

  • @Jazzynet100
    @Jazzynet100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you could fix the locking up of the app then it would be great. It is a bit better than it used to be but come on its been locking up for years, check the play store reviews! Unless the original Evo 9.25 mount was a bit sketchy...

  • @VFDirector
    @VFDirector 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is there a basic beginner video showing how to use Sky Portal? I need step by step instructions. This video was not helpful and I can't figure out how to use Sky Portal. Can anyone help?

  • @mitskil2497
    @mitskil2497 ปีที่แล้ว

    can a celestron 70 auto align through the app?

  • @ambernoori2408
    @ambernoori2408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do i make it so that i can make it connect telescope? THERE WAS NO TUTORIALS I CAN FIND

  • @GoldtriggerDude
    @GoldtriggerDude ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Newbie question (sorry)! Do you have to manually align the telescope with the finder scope before using SkyPortal?

    • @Kangaroo920
      @Kangaroo920 ปีที่แล้ว

      As another newbie I think the answer is yes. Centre something in scope then turn on finder and move it to the same item getting the red dot on it. That’s all, there is no confirmation or anything. After that you do the 3 star alignment process with the SkyPortal app, which takes me so long I’m too worn out to look for lovely stars. Hope I get faster at this. Btw why didn’t he answer these questions ?

  • @blaiz4
    @blaiz4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    it does not work i have tried to set this up so many times. when setup is done it goes in a completely opposite direction

  • @permafrost7781
    @permafrost7781 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you make a product like SKywire that can be attached from an ipad using the skyportal app to your telescope? Because wifi for telescopes is just useless and not reliable at all.

  • @ArashNoorani
    @ArashNoorani ปีที่แล้ว

    Why is it not showing the wifi im using the finderscope

  • @eternalmiasma5586
    @eternalmiasma5586 ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly the only thing that could make it easier would be the ability to just input your coordinates and have it aligned

  • @davidaaaa4611
    @davidaaaa4611 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I never could get it to work. Got tired of trying.

  • @johnerrico3698
    @johnerrico3698 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a SLT 130 Celestron. Do I need a wifi upgrade module to pair my android mobile phone with the skyportal app?, Thank you for the reply.

    • @dimensio_italian_magician
      @dimensio_italian_magician 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have the Nexstar 130 slt too! But the wifi thing didn't come with the scope

  • @johnwarner1929
    @johnwarner1929 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cannot connect my Celestron SE8 on an AVX mount using the Celestron WiFi dongle to SkySafari 6Pro. I was able to connect my Orion xx14g, but not the SE8. What to do?

    • @johnwarner1929
      @johnwarner1929 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am able to connect with SkyPortal

  • @rungavagairun
    @rungavagairun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Our app makes things super easy for beginners."
    ..."Many beginners and intermediate astronomers get frustrated, so here something else you can buy."
    I have had my Celestron Astro Fi for a month now and I have successfully aligned it 1 out of 12 attempts. I see some other TH-cam videos explaining the alignment process and they don't all show the same processes. They also show buttons in the app that I don't have.

    • @paulwhitworth4657
      @paulwhitworth4657 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agree with this. This video doesn't help either, it's just long winded marketing BS. I can only see things by using Star Walk and manually moving the telescope.

    • @rungavagairun
      @rungavagairun ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@paulwhitworth4657 I have had better luck since posting that comment. You have to point the telescope north when you power it on. This instruction was completely omitted from the user manual, but alignment is not possible without that.

    • @nagato2925
      @nagato2925 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rungavagairun Hi, I am having issues aligning the telescope using SkyPortal. If it’s not too much to ask, could you please give me a small brief on how to align?

  • @donaldmacmillan1306
    @donaldmacmillan1306 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's not as easy as you say it is.

    • @allinhome3229
      @allinhome3229 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are right

  • @panamaufonew
    @panamaufonew 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    muy interesante pero en españolo subtítulos en español porfavor

  • @rye724
    @rye724 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can the celetron astromaster 114 eq use the celetron sky portal

    • @CelestronDotCom
      @CelestronDotCom  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Blackholegaming, You will not be able to control your AstroMaster telescope using Celestron SkyPortal but you can have the app open while you are observing and listen to the audio descriptions of objects you are observing.

    • @rye724
      @rye724 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CelestronDotCom ok

  • @arabgigachad5420
    @arabgigachad5420 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m my Country there’s tons of light pollution how🤔

  • @StarrChasingComets
    @StarrChasingComets 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So If I need to buy a 100$ Wifi gadget to connect my damn Telescope It's not that Simple... I have the 114AZ-SR Refector Telescope and I see No port for a Wifi doggle so... Idk what to do but It's NOT easy for people like me who are Beginners.

  • @dammitdad
    @dammitdad 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Clearly celestron don't bother to check or respond to enquiries on you tube despite publishing content here.

  • @TheOffical_CaptainRex
    @TheOffical_CaptainRex ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use my powerseeker 127eq with this app?