> Identifies celestial objects with the click of a button

> Locates over 6,000 stars, planets and constellations from built-in celestial database and

> provides scientific information for each object

> Provides comprehensive text and audio descriptions providing history, mythology and other entertaining information for the most popular objects

> Tonight's Highlights: A customized list of the 20 best objects to view for your exact date, time and location anywhere in the world
> Constellation Lessons: if the star you identify or locate is part of a constellation like the Big Dipper, you can actually take a guided tour through all the stars in that constellation and even see an onscreen map of the constellation

> Built-in Field Guide Includes:
  > Introduction to astronomy: a six part audio lesson on the origin and history of astronomy

  > Glossary of Terms: text defining popular astronomy terms including planets, comets, galaxies and more

  > Great Astronomers: text bios on some of the world's greatest astronomers including Galileo, Einstein and Copernicus

  > Man Made Space Objects: text description of some of the coolest objects man has sent into space including the International Space Station, the Hubble Space Telescope and the Space Shuttle

  > Comet Guide: text descriptions about history's most famous comets including Halley's Comet and Comet Hale-Bop

> SD card slot: for optional “Sky Tour” audio presentations that provide hours of entertainment on a variety of topics

> USB port: allows database to be updated with new objects as they are discovered,
  comets, etc.

> Simple enough for all ages: just turn it on and it’s ready to use

> Built-in Help Menu: includes a quick start instruction guide for using the SkyScout

> Bring it anywhere: compact and light design makes it easy to carry and durable construction makes it safe for rugged environments
> Backed by Celestron's 2-year warranty