Celestron Origin Mark II Intelligent Home Observatory

Building on the success of the original model, the Origin Mark II Intelligent Home Observatory from Celestron incorporates AI image processing and a new CMOS sensor from Sony to capture spectacular views of the cosmos. The Origin Mark II is built on Rowe-Ackerman Schmidt Astrograph, Celestron's groundbreaking design now in use worldwide to detect satellite-threatening space debris, set on a fully motorized and computerized GoTo mount. Simply open the Origin app on your phone or tablet, scan the sky, and select the object you wish to observe and photograph. The Origin will point to the star, cluster, or nebula and send rich, autofocused images to the screen of your device, tracking the object as it moves across the sky and refreshing with increasingly detailed exposures. Choose to hear the audio presentation for each object if you'd like more details. More advanced astro-imagers can download raw images via USB-A port for processing with third-party software, and a built-in holder accommodates 1.25 and 2" filters. The Origin sits on a full-height tripod with two-section legs.

• 6" Rowe-Ackerman Schmidt Astrograph optical tube, f/2.2, 335mm focal length
• Fully automated Origin single fork-arm mount with internal lithium battery
• 8.4MP Sony Starvis 2 CMOS IMX678-AAQR1 sensor with 2 x 2µ pixels for finely detailed resolution
• Built-in AI algorithms automatically process every frame in real time
• Algorithms work in real-time on live-stacked images as well as final stacked master to provide rich color and detail
• Starbright XLT coatings for optimal light transmission
• Fully automated heating element integrated into front lens, removable dew shield/lens shade
• Autofocus or manual control
• Rechargeable 97.9Wh LiFePO4 battery
• 12 VDC adapter for charging internal battery or running on external AC power
• Cooling fans for optics and electronics
• LED ring indicates status at-a-glance
• Mount features integrated carry handles and manual clutches for easy setup and breakdown
• Origin app for star navigation; choose an object from the phone screen and select Live View for telescope image
• Most visible objects are highlighted, along with a Tonight's Best list of observation choices
• Select audio presentation for celestial object info
• Can be used for daytime terrestrial observation and photography
• Full-height tripod with two-section aluminum legs