Celestron Origin 152/335 RASA Smart Telescope

Celestron Origin is at the forefront of a new era in amateur astronomy, combining stargazing and astrophotography into a unique, easy-to-use experience. This all-in-one smart home observatory eliminates the complexity of traditional telescopes and transforms your backyard into a gateway to the cosmos. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, Celestron Origin captures the beauty of celestial objects and brings them to life on your phone or tablet.

Celestron engineers leveraged their decades of experience when designing every detail, from Origin's patented optical technology to its intuitive companion app. The result is a revolutionary new system that builds on Celestron's legacy and makes astronomy more accessible, exciting and fun than ever.

RASA optical technology: unleashing the power of light

At the heart of Celestron Origin is the patented Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA), a historic breakthrough in optics. In the RASA design, the image sensor is located at the front of the telescope tube, not the back, creating an ultra-fast f/2.2 system with an extraordinarily wide field of view while still , provides sharp images right to the edge. Since its launch in 2014, RASA technology has become the preferred option for space surveillance and satellite tracking. National defense contractors, professional research astronomers, and governments rely on RASA to detect small pieces of space debris and debris, keeping our vital communications satellites safe in orbit. For Origin, Celestron optical engineers developed a new 6” RASA with the same capabilities of an observatory instrument in a portable package.

Thanks to RASA, Origin is in a class of its own and far surpasses other telescope designs. RASA simply delivers more photons in less time than a smaller, slower reflector, refractor or other Newtonian telescopic tube. RASA's unique combination of speed, aperture and performance ensures unparalleled image detail, even during short exposure times.

To take full advantage of RASA optics, Celestron selected the Sony IMX178 color CMOS sensor to capture its data. It features STARVIS backlight technology for the highest sensitivity and fast reading with low noise, helping to provide clear images as quickly as possible. This sensitive chip has tiny 2.4 µm pixels ^for high resolution, a perfect match for fast optical design.

Turn every backyard observer into an astroimager

Celestron Origin introduces a paradigm shift in astrophotography with its built-in AI algorithms. As the telescope captures data, these intelligent algorithms automatically accumulate and process each frame in real time. The result is a stunning display of celestial objects, rich in color and detail. For the first time, astroimaging is accessible to enthusiasts of all levels, including those who have never used a telescope.

A universe at your fingertips: StarSense technology and the Origin app

Setting up Celestron Origin is very simple thanks to its automated initialization process powered by StarSense technology. Place Origin outside, turn it on and connect to the app. You can then choose to stay with your telescope or head inside. In less than two minutes, Origin focuses, scans the night sky, aligns itself autonomously by matching star patterns to its internal database, and notifies you that it's ready to begin your astronomical adventure.

The Celestron Origin app, developed in collaboration with Simulation Curriculum, the creators of SkySafari™, offers an intuitive planetarium interface that simplifies navigation through the night sky. Using planetarium view, hold your device up to the sky to look around using "compass mode" and tap any object you want to see (the best ones are highlighted). Or try Tonight's Best list, where Origin shows you the most impressive galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and more, based on your precise location and viewing time. Forget consulting a star map or planning ahead; Origin is ready to show you the universe when you are.

Once you've chosen a target, Origin centers it precisely in the field of view. Switch to camera view and press Start Image to begin capturing 10-second exposures. It is easy! You will see the results in real time as the target becomes more and more detailed. While Origin runs, it continually scans the sky and adjusts its built-in dew prevention system to keep your images sharp.

A shared cosmic experience

Gone are the days of waiting in line to look through an eyepiece. Origin fosters a sense of community by sharing the awe-inspiring experience of exploring the night sky together. Whether your friends and family are in the same room or gathered outside, multiple people can connect to Origin and stream the view with their own devices. Additionally, Origin allows you to stream the live feed to your smart TV or instantly save and share your astroimages, creating memorable moments beyond the confines of your backyard.

Ready for more? Advanced Features

As you grow in the hobby alongside Origin, it will continue to support you with more advanced features and functionality. For example, Origin has a built-in filter drawer that accepts standard 1.25” and 2” format filters. This allows you to install optional filters, which can be especially useful for imaging nebulae in light-polluted environments, such as the typical suburban backyard. To image broadband objects, such as galaxies and star clusters or dark sky objects, remove the filter for more light flow and brighter images. Experiment with removable and interchangeable filters to get results you can't achieve with the fixed filters of other systems.

If you want to try advanced image processing, Origin again has you covered. Unlike other systems, Origin stores all raw images for you. Connect via USB to import them into your favorite image processing software for manual editing and stacking.

And how about putting Origin to work for you while you sleep? That's no problem with the scheduled observations feature. Simply tell the app what objects you want to capture. You will wake up to a variety of spectacular images.

Get a new perspective here on Earth

In addition to revealing distant worlds, Origin can also capture incredible views of terrestrial objects on Earth, day or night. During the day, you can rotate Origin manually to capture landscapes and scenery. At night, Origin's fast optics and sensitive camera let you see things in very dark ambient conditions for almost night vision-like performance. Look around your garden or campsite at night to see what you might be missing!

Take your astroimaging studio anywhere

Origin is a portable system that requires no external WiFi networks, so you can easily take it to remote, dark skies in any car. The optical tube, mount and tripod are easily assembled and disassembled without tools. Each component weighs less than 16 lbs. Optional carrying cases are also available.

Your Origin system comes complete with everything you need to instantly become an astronomer:

• 6” RASA optical tube with integrated camera
• Origin single fork mount with internal lithium battery
• Built-in computer with cooling fans and WiFi
• Auto focus
• Dew prevention system with environmental sensor, dew heater ring and dew guard
• Integrated filter drawer
• full height tripod
• lens cap
• AC charger

Future updates

When you invest in Origin, you can count on Celestron engineers as your long-term partners in astronomy. Our technical teams are working hard to develop even more updates and improvements for your Origin. For example, we provide access to the Origin camera for potential future updates as technology improves. We are also developing completely new features for Origin and the Origin app.

Here's a preview of some features that will be rolling out in the coming months:

• StarSense Autoguider Compatibility
• Shim compatibility for NexStar Evolution and SE 6/8
• Polar alignment support

Specifications

Optical design:	Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph
Opening:	152mm (5.98 in)
Focal length:	335mm (13.18 in)
Focal ratio:	f/2.2
Optical coatings:	StarBright XLT coatings throughout
Center obstruction diameter:	63 mm (2.48") (41% of opening diameter)
Light gathering power (compared to human eye):	474x
Image resolution:	1.48 arc seconds/pixel
To fit in:	CG-5 dovetail rod
Filter drawer:	Integrated, accepts 1.25" or 2" astroimaging filters
IMAGE SENSOR INFORMATION:
CMOS image sensor:	Sony IMX178LQJ, color, backlit
Sensor size:	8.92 mm (0.35") diagonal
Pixel size:	2.4µm x 2.4µm
Number of effective pixels:	6.44 million (3096 x 2080)
Field of view:	1.27° x 0.85°
INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC INFORMATION:
On-board computer:	Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
Mount:	Computerized GoTo altazimuthal mount
Dew prevention:	Fully automated heating element integrated into the front lens, removable dew shield/lens hood
Focus motor:	Auto focus or manual control
Cooling fans:	One (1) fan for the optics, one (1) fan for the electronics, both draw air through wire mesh vents.
LED status ring:	Indicates the status "at a glance"
PORT INFORMATION:
USB-A:	Two (2) on the optical tube to access raw image files for external processing, one (1) on the stand for charging mobile devices only
Ethernet:	One (1) in optical tube
Auxiliary ports:	Two (2) in optical tube, four (4) in mount
ENERGY INFORMATION:
Battery:	Integrated LiFePO4, 97.9 Wh, capable of more than 6 hours of use
Power input:	12V DC adapter to charge internal battery or run on external AC power
USER INTERFACE INFORMATION:
Celestron Origin App:	Runs on compatible iOS or Android smartphones and tablets
System Requirements:	iOS 16 or higher, Android 12 or higher
DIMENSIONS:
Optical tube:	609.6mm x 177.8mm (24" x 7") diameter
Mount:	457.2mm x 304.8mm x 254mm (12" x 12" x 10")
Tripod (collapsed):	330.2mm x 304.8 x 812.8mm (13" x 12" x 32")
Assembled system:	609.6mm L x 660.4mm W x 1219.2mm H (24"L x 26"W x 48"H)
WEIGHT:
Optical tube:	10.6 lbs (4.8 kg)
Mount:	17 pounds (7.7 kg)
Tripod:	14 pounds (6.35 kg)
Total system:	41.6 lb (18.87 kg)
Sun warning	Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the appropriate solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may occur. Never use your optics to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat buildup can damage the optics and any accessories connected to it. Never leave your optics unattended. Make sure an adult who is familiar with correct operating procedures is by your optician at all times, especially when children are present.