• What's in the Box?

    • SmartEye - Equipped with protective caps on both ends to ensure safety during transport and storage.
    • USB-A to USB-C Power Cable (1.5m) - A high-quality, durable cable for powering your SmartEye device with compatible power sources.
    • 2" Nose Piece - Features an M54 male with a M48 female thread for attaching filters.
    • Protective Hard Case - A rugged and reliable case designed to safeguard your SmartEye and included accessories.

  • Details:

    • 2-inch eyepiece barrel, compatible with standard 2-inch focusers.
    • Sony IMX533 Color CMOS sensor, offering high-resolution imaging capabilities.
    • Ultra High Definition Display for crisp and clear visualization of objects.
    • Wide 90° field of view, providing expansive coverage for detailed observation. 12mm eye relief.
    • High-quality 2 Stage Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC) unit, achieving cooling down to 30°C below ambient temperature.
    • Diopter adjustment range from +1D to -5D, catering to various visual acuity needs.
    • Dual-band WiFi support (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 802.11 b/g/n/ac).
    • Bluetooth 5 with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support.
    • Integrated SD Card Reader for convenient local storage of FIT files. SD card sold separately.
    • USB-C Power-in port for versatile power supply options.
    • Power requirements: 5V / 3A
    • Sensor distance (backfocus) : 12mm
    • Weight: 795g (28 oz)
    • Meticulously designed aluminum body ensures superior build quality and resilience.
    • Backed by a reassuring 2-year warranty, invest in SmartEye with confidence.
    • Compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
    • For additional technical information, please refer to the SmartEye Technical Schematic

Technical Features

  • IMX533 Color Camera

    The SmartEye's IMX533 CMOS sensor delivers exceptional image quality with a 3008 x 3008 resolution, providing approximately 9 megapixels. Its high dynamic range preserves subtle brightness variations, accurately capturing both faint and bright celestial objects. Advanced noise reduction technology further enhances image clarity by minimizing background interference.

  • Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC)

    SmartEye features a powerful thermoelectric cooling system that can lower the sensor temperature by up to 30°C below ambient. This cooling significantly reduces sensor noise during long exposures, resulting in cleaner, sharper views with enhanced detail.

  • Auto Image Enhancement

    SmartEye’s advanced auto-stacking feature improves the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and optimizes color calibration, allowing deep-sky objects to appear in vibrant detail. This technology makes it possible to view objects in rich color that would otherwise be difficult to detect through a standard small telescope.

  • Integrated ST-4 Autoguiding Port

    SmartEye features an integrated ST-4 Auto Guiding port. Currently, it can act as a guide camera via ASCOM ALPACA and third-party imaging software like N.I.N.A. and SharpCap. A future update will enable SmartEye to send small corrections to your telescope mount during live stacking, ensuring precise tracking and keeping objects centered during observations.

  • Dual Role Functionality

    SmartEye can function as a digital standalone eyepiece or as a cooled astronomical camera (ASCOM Alpaca). It supports the capture of FIT files with customizable exposure and gain settings, allowing users to tailor astrophotography sessions to their preferences.

  • One-Cable Operation (USB-C)

    SmartEye supports one-cable operation via USB-C, powering both the device and its TEC cooling system. With up to 3A of power, this single connection simplifies your setup while maintaining efficient cooling and optimal performance for extended viewing sessions.

  • Wide 90° Field of View

    SmartEye’s Ultra High Definition display offers a resolution of 2560×2560, providing sharp, detailed visuals of celestial objects. Its expansive 90° field of view enhances observation, while a diopter adjustment range of +1D to -5D accommodates various visual needs. The 12mm eye relief ensures comfortable viewing for prolonged sessions.

  • Accelerometer and Gyroscope

    SmartEye includes an integrated accelerometer and gyroscope. These sensors will detect vibrations and automatically exclude affected images from the stack, ensuring only the best-quality data is used. Future updates may leverage these sensors to aid in locating objects. 

  • SD Card Slot

    SmartEye includes a micro SD card slot, allowing users to store individual images in FIT format directly to their own SD cards, providing flexibility and ease in managing image storage.

  • ASCOM Alpaca Support

    The SmartEye device supports ASCOM Alpaca Camera integration, offering seamless compatibility with popular astronomy software like N.I.N.A. for more comprehensive control and imaging capabilities.

  • SkySafari App Integration

    With SkySafari integration, users can share their live view from SmartEye directly to the app or via a web link with friends. Manage, share, and edit images, adjust SmartEye’s settings, monitor its status, and access detailed information about observed celestial objects, all from within the app.

  • Firmware Upgrades

    SmartEye supports easy firmware and core software updates, allowing users to stay current with new features and bug fixes, ensuring peak performance and the latest improvements for the device.