DESCRIPTION
Elevate your astrophotography with the Vixen Portable Equatorial Mount Polar Alignment Scope Set for POLARIE U
Embark on a celestial odyssey with the Vixen Portable Equatorial Mount Polar Alignment Scope Set, a seamless blend of precision and innovation.
Picture this: you're capturing the mesmerizing trails of stars with your POLARIE U, transforming it into a star tracker to follow the diurnal motion of the cosmos. But here's the cosmic twist – to ensure those breathtaking long-exposure shots, accurate polar alignment is your guiding star.
Enter the Polar Alignment Scope, a compact telescope that simplifies the complex dance of celestial bodies. Imagine effortlessly bringing Polaris and two other stars into the polar scope's field of view, aligning with designated positions on the reticle scale – no hour angle setting required. With accuracy as fine as 3 arc minutes or less, this set is your ticket to unlocking the secrets of the night sky.
Why choose the Vixen Portable Equatorial Mount Polar Alignment Scope Set for POLARIE U?
1. Comprehensive polar alignment
The Polar Alignment Scope allows you to accurately align your POLARIE U with the north or south celestial pole, ensuring your star tracker is finely tuned for captivating long-exposure astrophotography.
2. User-friendly operation
Experience the ease of polar alignment as you effortlessly bring Polaris and two other stars into the field of view. Match them with designated positions on the reticle scale, simplifying the alignment process for both novices and seasoned astronomers.
3. Illuminated precision
Enhance your nighttime observations with the reticle's red illumination, activated by the push switch on the brightness adjustment dial. With eight adjustable brightness levels and an auto-dimming feature, you can focus on the stars without compromising your night vision.
4. Versatile Compatibility
The Polar Scope Attachment for POLARIE U expands your options, allowing you to use polar alignment scopes such as PF-LII, PF-L, or SX polar axis scope. Versatility meets precision, offering a tailored experience for your astronomical pursuits.
5. Confidence in every alignment
Concentrate on the awe-inspiring views as the set seamlessly integrates necessary information onto the reticle, making polar alignment a comfortable and confidence-inspiring process. Choose the Vixen Portable Equatorial Mount Polar Alignment Scope Set at Astronomy Haven, and let precision guide your journey through the cosmos.
SPECS
Optical Parameters
- Magnfication・Aperture・Field of view: 5X・20mm・10 degrees
- Scales and patterns: 3-star position entry with precession corrections (upto 2040), N.hemisphere: Polaris, Delta UMI, 51 Cep, S. hemisphere: Chi Octantis, Tau Octantis, Sigma Octantis
- Field illumination: Red light is adjustable by 8 steps in brightness, turns off automatically
- Polar setting accuracy: Within 3 arc minutes approximately
Hardware Parameters
- Power source: CR2032 battery ×1
- Dimensions: 1.85"×2.17"×4.53" / 47×55×115 mm
- Weight 5.47 oz / 155 g (w/o battery)
- Usable with POLARIE U, AP series, SX series, AXJ, AXD series of equatorial mounts (The SXD2, SXP2, AXJ and AXD2 models come equipped with the polar scope)
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