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How To Find And Track Satellites

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    This KB article discusses the different options, and pathways by which satellites in Starry Night can be seen and tracked.

     

    Also see this Starry Night satellite tracking video here: https://support.simulationcurriculum.com/entries/21222433-satellite-tracking

    1. Select satellites

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    In the Options side pane ---> Solar System ---> Satellites

    2. Select satellites labels

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    3. Open the satellites options sub-menu

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    Hover over the word "satellites" and click on the rectangle.

    4. Change the label size, font, plus satellite brightness, etc.

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    5. Use the elevate button to blast off and see the satellites from above Earth

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    6. Satellites from above

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    7. As an alternative, see satellites through the interactive Starry Night SkyGuide

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    In the SkyGuide side pane ---> Our Solar System, the stars and galaxies ---> Artificial satellites

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      Bill Stachura

      Helpful explanation and guidance.

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      John Carter

      TOO BAD I bought the software and found out that satellite tracking is only for MAC users. Hopefully I can get a refund.  VERY DISAPPOINTED.

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      David Terrazas

      Why can I not track ISS on PC

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      Swilkus

      Can I connect to a digital telescope such as the Celesron NexStar SLT (Star Tracking Telescope) and track the satellite with my telescope under the control of Starry Night? The slew speed of 3°/sec should be fast enough.