The NexStar User’s Guide II: For the LCM, SLT, SE, CPC, SkyProdigy, and Astro Fi

by Michael Swanson

Michael Swanson's online discussions with literally thousands of NexStar owners made it clear that there was a desperate need for a book such as this - one that provides a complete, detailed guide to buying, using and maintaining NexStar telescopes. It also covers the StarSense system and the SkyPortal app in complete detail. Detailed information on the alignment and operation of these scopes provides a complete reference that expands greatly upon the manuals provided by Celestron. Details are provided on each model allowing owners to enjoy trouble-free use of their telescope and providing the information a prospective buyer needs to make a smart purchasing decision.Extensive information on connecting and controlling the telescope with PCs, Macs, tablets and smartphones is provided. A chapter is devoted to updating the firmware in the hand control, mount and StarSense camera. Chapters on accessories, collimation, maintenance and troubleshooting tips round out the book's expansive coverage. Additionally, the book offers a brief, but thorough, introduction to amateur astronomy, making it an ideal source for both the beginner to astronomy as well as the seasoned veteran looking to get the most out of a new telescope.

Genres: Astronomy, Reference

427 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 31, 2017

Reviews

[Rick Kapela · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent resource for any Celestron telescope owner! I am fairly new to astronomy, I purchased my first telescope, the NexStar 8SE in September 2019. I was looking for a good reference guide for my equipment and found this. In a potentially expensive hobby, this was money very well spent.

The book covers everything you need to know from the basics of the equipment, all the way to advanced features, accessories, and maintenance. It can be a dry read if you just go straight through it, but it does serve as a comprehensive source to refer back to. I am only beginning to really get to know my telescope, but I know that as I grow as an observer, this guide will continue to help me get the most out of my equipment and enjoy astronomy.

[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could barely use my telescope before I found this book. The instructions that come with computerized telescopes are useless. This book walked through everything. I actually know what I’m doing now. This might be the only manual type of book I’ve ever read cover to cover.

[Scott Jann · Rating 2 out of 5]

A good reference, but not a great read cover-to-cover. Solid on explaining basics of the Celestron computerized telescopes and accessories.