Nexus eFinder

Overview

With the Nexus eFinder, you’re able to easily and quickly calibrate your telescope to find the objects you’re looking for. The eFinder uses an in-built camera to take a photo of the sky and compare it against a database of stars to instantly identify exactly what you’re looking at (a process called “plate-solving”). 

The eFinder is accurate to less than one minute of arc, helping you locate even the faintest of fuzzies. And working together with the Nexus DSC Pro, the eFinder gives you real time accuracy – even as you move your telescope.

The Nexus eFinder also simplifies the 1/2/3 star alignment process. With it, you only need to do a one-time calibration that can then be re-used across multiple viewing sessions, and can point anywhere in the sky to align (rather than having to focus on specific objects as needed with traditional DSCs). 

The eFinder is fully compatible with ServoCat and SkyTracker when used with the Nexus DSC Pro.

It can also be used without the Nexus DSC Pro, though in that case you’ll need to connect it to planetarium software like SkySafari Plus/Pro.

Main features

• Full integration and support for Nexus DSC Pro, ServoCat, and SkyTracker
• 2 USB-C ports: one for your DSC, and one dedicated for power supply
• Multiple presets for sky brightness to account for viewing conditions no matter the location – whether you’re in a city or a dark sky place
• Ability to use a custom setting to suit the sky brightness
• One-time calibration that can be re-used over multiple viewing sessions – no need to spend time re-aligning over and over again!
• 2 installation options: one that attaches in place of your view finder, or an attachable bracket using a standard Vixen dovetail clamp
• Can be powered by an external 5V power source, or can be connected to the Nexus DSC Pro (which will last for about 8 hours)
• Dew shield that protects the objective lens against moisture
• Can generate its own WiFi Access Point / hotspot to connect other devices to
• Open source technology that allows anyone to make their own changes

What’s in the box

• Nexus eFinder
• USB Type A to USB Type C cable
• Dew shield
• User manual

Please note that encoders, dovetail clamp, or an encoder kit are not included with your purchase of our Nexus units, they have to be purchased separately.