{"product_id":"starsense-autoalign-system-v2","title":"StarSense AutoAlign System v2","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAUTOMATIC TELESCOPE ALIGNMENT:\u003c\/b\u003e Automatically aligns compatible Celestron computerized telescopes in minutes using advanced plate-solving technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFAST, AUTOMATIC SKY RECOGNITION:\u003c\/b\u003e Sony IMX462LLR-C monochrome CMOS sensor and a powerful integrated computer quickly capture and analyze star fields for fast, accurate automatic telescope alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePRECISE GOTO FUNCTIONALITY:\u003c\/b\u003e Places celestial objects near the center of your eyepiece or imaging sensor after slews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eADVANCED POLAR ALIGNMENT ASSISTANCE:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps accurately polar align compatible equatorial mounts and alt-azimuth mounts on a wedge without requiring visibility of Polaris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMULTIPLE CONTROL OPTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with the NexStar+ hand control, the SkyPortal Powered by SkySafari™ app, and free CPWI telescope control software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMODERN USB-C CONNECTIVITY:\u003c\/b\u003e USB-C connection supports Live View, diagnostics, and direct firmware updates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBROAD CELESTRON COMPATIBILITY:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes large and small mounting brackets and works with many popular Celestron computerized equatorial and alt-azimuth mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend less time setting up and more time observing with StarSense AutoAlign V2, the next-generation automatic alignment accessory for compatible Celestron computerized telescopes. Designed for both beginners and experienced observers, StarSense AutoAlign V2 removes one of the biggest frustrations in astronomy: manually aligning your telescope to the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing advanced plate-solving technology and a highly sensitive Sony IMX462LLR-C monochrome image sensor, StarSense AutoAlign V2 automatically captures and analyzes images of the night sky to calculate your telescope’s precise position. In just a few minutes, your telescope is aligned and ready to accurately locate and track celestial objects across the sky, without requiring you to identify or center alignment stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecise GoTo: Improved Accuracy Across the Sky\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce alignment is complete, StarSense AutoAlign V2 improves GoTo accuracy by refining your telescope’s pointing precision and placing objects near the center of your eyepiece or imaging sensor. Whether you’re observing planets, nebulae, galaxies, or star clusters, setup becomes faster, easier, and more reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic fine corrections after slews help maintain more accurate object placement throughout the night, improving both visual observing and imaging workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolar Alignment Assistance for Imaging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense AutoAlign V2 also includes advanced polar alignment assistance for compatible equatorial mounts and alt-azimuth mounts used on a wedge. Unlike traditional polar alignment methods, StarSense AutoAlign V2 can help you achieve accurate alignment without a direct view of Polaris, making it especially useful for obstructed observing locations or backyard astrophotography setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis streamlined workflow helps astrophotographers achieve fast and accurate mount setup with fewer manual adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModern Hardware \u0026amp; USB-C Connectivity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated V2 hardware features a powerful onboard computer that performs alignment calculations directly within the accessory. A USB-C connection adds expanded functionality, including Live View for focusing, downloading of diagnostic logs, and direct firmware updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highly sensitive Sony IMX462LLR-C back-illuminated monochrome CMOS sensor works with fast f\/2 optics to quickly recognize star fields and maintain reliable alignment across a wide range of observing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Control Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl StarSense AutoAlign V2 using the method that works best for your setup. Operate the system with your NexStar+ hand control, the free Celestron CPWI telescope control software for Windows, or the SkyPortal Powered by SkySafari™ app with compatible WiFi-enabled mounts or the SkyPortal WiFi Module (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBroad Compatibility with Celestron Mounts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense AutoAlign V2 is compatible with many Celestron computerized equatorial or alt-azimuth mounts, including Advanced VX, CGX, CGX-L, CGEM II, NexStar Evolution, NexStar SE, CPC, and CPC DX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"compatibility-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eCompatible\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced VX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGX-L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPC, CPC DX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar Evolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar 6SE \u0026amp; 8SE telescopes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGEM II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGEM \/ CGEM DX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGE Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"compatibility-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eNot Compatible\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar SLT\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstro Fi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyProdigy\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLCM series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar 4SE \u0026amp; NexStar 5SE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-teams=\"true\"\u003eAdvanced CG-5 GT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included large and small mounting brackets make it easy to attach StarSense AutoAlign V2 to many compatible Celestron optical tubes right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFaster Setup for Every Observer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a beginner looking for a simpler observing experience or an experienced astrophotographer building a more efficient workflow, StarSense AutoAlign V2 delivers faster setup, improved pointing accuracy, and a more streamlined night under the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable aria-label=\"Product Specifications\" role=\"table\" id=\"product-specs-list\" class=\"table-open\"\u003e\n\u003cthead role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth 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