Q1: Can the CN16 be mounted on the NexStar 8i Special Edition along with the piggyback mount #93598?

A: The CN16 GPS Accessory actually comes with everything that you will need to mount it to 8i. The piggyback mount is used to mount a camera to the telescope. Model #93598 fits the C8, C9ﾼ", C11 and C14 telescopes and mounts to the rear cell of the telescope

Q2: Can the CN16 unit be used in conjunction with the serial cable to allow the telescope to be "remotely controlled" using the Celestron software included with the telescope? Will it increase the accuracy of finding objects that way?

A: The CN-16 GPS for the Nextar i includes everything that you need to attach it to the telescope. To control the telescope with a computer you will need the Cable Nexstar telescopes to RS-232 port. Which allows your NexStar telescope to be controlled using a laptop computer or PC. Once connected, the NexStar can be controlled using popular astronomy software programs. This cable connects to your PCs serial port. For use with a USB port, you must purchase a serial to USB converter from your local electronics retailer. The GPS accessory will make the telescope much more accurate in finding objects.

Q3: Does the "Celestron GPS Accessory CN-16 for NexStar i Telescopes" work with the Celestron NexStar 6 SE telescope? The page says "For use only with Celestron NexStar i Series (5i and 8i) and Celestron Advanced Series GOTO Telescopes".

A: Yes, the CN-16 GPS Accessory will work just fine with the NexStar 6 SE telescope.