Overview

The Black Sky Meter (BSM) app is designed to measure the brightness of the night sky, providing astronomers and stargazers with an essential tool for assessing observation conditions. This application utilizes the BSM smart sensor, which can quickly determine the sky's brightness within seconds.

Key Features

• Measurement Units: The Black Sky Meter measures the brightness of the night sky in magnitude per square angular second (Mag/arcsec²).
• Compact Design: The sensor is crafted as a key fob, ensuring it’s always within reach during observations.
• Versatile Functionality:
  • Determine how favorable the night is for astronomical observations.
  • Compare sky brightness across different locations.
  • Send a short message and save the results to your email.
  • Accumulate measured data for statistical analysis over time.
  • Identify the optimal nights for observing faint deep-sky objects.
  • Create detailed maps of night sky brightness for your specific area.

Additional Features

• Real-Time Feedback: Experience vibration and audible beeps during the measurement process.
• Visual Bandwidth Measurement: The infrared-blocking filter ensures measurements are taken only within the visible spectrum.
• Environmental Awareness: The app displays ambient temperature in degrees Celsius (°C).
• Location Tracking: The device indicates its current location, aiding in accurate data collection.
• Temperature Compensation: The app adjusts measured values based on temperature changes, ensuring accuracy.
• Custom Calibration: Users can perform custom calibration to fine-tune the sensor’s performance.

How to Obtain

To get your hands on the BSM Smart Sensor, visit the official website at http://astro-gadget.com.

With the Black Sky Meter app, you can elevate your astronomical observations by accurately gauging sky conditions, making every night under the stars a potential discovery.