Celestron 94036 Overview
The Celestron Smart DewHeater and Controller 4x gathers and analyzes information in real time to warm your optics just enough to prevent dew. The device can control four dew heaters at once (one for an optical tube, another for a guide scope, another for an eyepiece, for example). It has four 12 VDC output ports that can power your mount, focus motor, camera, etc., and one of the ports has variable voltage, which you can adjust from 3V to 12V. In addition, the controller features three powered USB ports.
At the heart of the controller is a powerful microprocessor that gathers information from the sensors, computes the data, and automatically adjusts your dew heaters. The controller monitors the ambient temperature and humidity using its integrated environmental sensor and monitors the heaters' temperatures using thermistors. You can run the Smart DewHeater and Power Controller 4x as a standalone accessory. Or, if you want to view data from the controller and make manual adjustments, you can connect it to your Celestron telescope's hand control or your PC. The controller works with NexStar+ or StarSense hand controls running the latest firmware or Celestron CPWI telescope control software, included with every Celestron mount.
- Using real-time data, the controller provides just enough heat to prevent dew from forming, prolonging battery life
- "Smart control" system monitors ambient temperature and humidity and adjusts power to the dew heaters automatically
- Compatible with Celestron Dew Heater Rings and third-party heating bands or straps (with thermistor accessory)
- Also provides power management for your entire setup with four 12 VDC power output ports (one with variable voltage)
- Supports up to two dew heaters plus one additional 12 VDC device, such as your mount
- Works with your Celestron telescope's hand control or CPWI telescope control software so you can view data and make manual adjustments
- Integrated USB 3.2 hub with three powered USB Type-A ports allows you to connect all your devices to your computer with only one cable
- Works with your Celestron telescope's hand control or CPWI telescope control software so you can view data and make manual adjustments
- Mounts securely to your telescope's dovetail or tripod leg
- Durable metal housing features an integrated cooling fan to protect the controller's electronics
In the Box
- Celestron Smart DewHeater & Power Controller 4x
- Tripod Leg Strap
- Controller Power Cable
- Power Cable for External DC Device
- AUX Cable for Connecting to Celestron Mounts
- Thermistor Extension Cable to Attach to Celestron's Dew Heater Ring
Celestron 94036 Specs
General
| USB I/O |
3 x USB-A Female Input/Output |
Power
| Power Source |
Vehicle Adapter, Battery |
| DC Input Power |
12 VDC |
Physical
| Material of Construction |
Aluminum |
| Cable Length |
10' / 3 m |
| Dimensions |
7 x 4.5 x 3.25" / 17.8 x 11.4 x 8.26 cm |
| Weight |
1.4 lb / 635 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
2.895 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
9.6 x 9.3 x 4.4" |
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