ExploreStars for PC Windows

ExploreStars for Windows

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Overview

ExploreStars connects you and your Explore Scientific PMC-Eight equipped telescope to the universe with any Windows® device. This platform is designed to simplify your stargazing experience through it's extremely simple and intuitive interface while improving your skills as an astronomer. ExploreStars has the same basic functions found in other GOTO systems, with an important exception, the app and the command language driving the PMC-Eight is open source - meaning anyone can modify our software or create their own software through our Software Developers Kit (SDK) - and you can download your modified software onto our electronics. Create a Messier challenge. Create a selectable list of objects you want to photograph and program that information into the software. Share it with the community of astronomers that are using this software. We plan to offer a prize with a contest periodically for the best written software code. For stellar objects, we are using the Hipparcos/Tycho II database. Where possible, we have cross-referenced the Bayer, Flamstead, SAO, HD/Harvard, DM, BD/CD/CPD, and GSC catalogs. The user can search by any of these designations to find a given star. When the system first starts, it loads the 2,000+ stars of magnitude 5.5 and brighter. The user can load the additional 72,000+ star catalog as needed. For non-stellar objects, we use the RNGC/IC catalog. The system is designed so the user can update the provided catalogs and create your own catalog using tables and scripts in Microsoft Access. Also, each object has a unique ID number, so users can report errors and omissions. To start using ExploreStars, download the free app and download the celestial data set that contains the astronomical catalogs, reference images, and reference text. This dataset can be found at http://www.explorestars.com/downloads.html Simply by unzipping the ExploreStars folder containing the expanded celestial data set into your Pictures directory, you will expand the native database from a thousand objects to over seventy thousand objects. Upon startup of the ExploreStars app, a message that says “Please Wait” is displayed as it links wirelessly to the PMC-Eight, this can take several a few seconds. After it connects, the home screen with a touch sensitive telescope control keypad is on the right, pointing information is displayed in the center, and a touch sensitive finger-drag controller for slewing the telescope in any direction is on the left, that you move your finger across to slew the telescope. You are now ready to start the alignment process and explore the stars. The source code for ExploreStars is also available for programmers on the OpenGOTO Community to serve as a demonstration platform for those who wish to create their own Astronomy GOTO or Motion Control software for the Explore Scientific PMC-Eight™. The PMC-Eight is a powerful wireless 8 CPU micro-controller designed for precision motion control for telescope mounts available through Explore Scientific.

Features

Classic four-button pattern for guiding, centering, moving and slewing on the touch screen of your tablet or phone.Selectable and User Enterable GoTo, Slewing, Centering and Guiding Rate.Standard 1 star, 2 star alignment and 3 star alignment functions.Over 70,000 object Hipparcos/Tycho II database. Where possible, we have cross-referenced the Bayer, Flamstead, SAO, HD/Harvard, DM, BD/CD/CPD, and GSC catalogs.Sidereal, King, Lunar, Solar, and user defined tracking rates.Synchronize function; Search function; Coordinate input; Custom mount support using enterable stepper count scaling and Polar Axis Correction.

What's new

Updated to simplify setting scope parameters.

Additional Information

  • Developed by CHS
  • Version 2022.03.12
  • Requires

    Available on: PC

    OS: Windows 8.1 or higher

    Touch: Not specified

    Notes: 8" or larger tablet or laptop;Touch Screen

  • Published 2016-02-24
  • Size 3.31 MB
  • File Type appx/msix
  • Language
    English (United States)
  • Permissions

    Use your location

    Access your Internet connection

    Access your Internet connection and act as a server.

    Access your home or work networks

    Use your pictures library

  • Microsoft Store ID 9nblggh5r3r8

How to download and install ExploreStars from the Microsoft

To download and install ExploreStars for PC from Microsoft, here are two methods you can follow. You can access the app directly on the Microsoft Store.

Method 1: Download and Install via the Microsoft Store

This is the most straightforward and secure way to get ExploreStars.

Step 1: Open the Microsoft Store

  • Click the Start Menu (Windows logo) at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
  • Search for Microsoft Store in the search bar and open it.
  • Step 2: Search for ExploreStars

  • In the Microsoft Store, type ExploreStars into the search bar at the top and press Enter.
  • Select the app from the search results to open its detail page.
  • Step 3: Download and Install

  • Click the Get button (if the app is free) or Install to begin the download.
  • The app will automatically install after the download is complete.
  • Step 4: Access the App

  • Once installed, you can find ExploreStars in your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to use.
  • Method 2: Download from the Official Microsoft Website

    If you prefer downloading directly from the web, you can use the official Microsoft website.

    Step 1: Visit the ExploreStars Page

  • Open your browser and go to the ExploreStars page
  • Step 2: Download the App

  • Click the Get in Store app button on the webpage.
  • This will redirect you to the Microsoft Store app on your PC.
  • Step 3: Install ExploreStars

  • Follow the same steps as in Method 1 to download and install ExploreStars.
  • Step 4: Use ExploreStars

  • Launch ExploreStars from your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Tips for a Smooth Installation

  • Ensure your PC is connected to the internet.
  • Keep your Windows operating system updated for the best performance.
  • Conclusion:

    Both methods ultimately utilize the Microsoft Store, ensuring the app's safety and reliability. Whether you prefer browsing within the Store or starting via the website, both approaches lead you to successfully download and install ExploreStars.
    ExploreStars for PC Windows

    ExploreStars for PC

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    ExploreStars 2022.03.12

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    2022-03-12

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