Vixen Potable Equatorial Mount AP Photoguider Telephoto Setup Kit
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Vixen Potable Equatorial Mount AP Photoguider Telephoto Setup Kit - ES39999-SO
Introducing the Vixen Portable Equatorial Mount AP Photoguider Telephoto Setup Kit, a cutting-edge solution designed for astrophotography enthusiasts seeking portability and precision.
This comprehensive kit includes the versatile AP Photo Guider, meticulously upgraded for telephoto lens setups with features such as the dovetail slide bar DD, quick-release clamp set, supplementary counterweight bar, and a 1.9kg counterweight.
With a robust 6kg maximum loading capacity, this mount accommodates various camera setups, ensuring stability and balance.
The addition of friction stop motion and a pulse motor drive allows for precise adjustments and smooth, disturbance-free tracking during extended exposures.
The high-precision tracking capabilities are further enhanced by the STARBOOK ONE system, offering an intuitive interface for accurate alignment.
Ready for immediate use, this kit simplifies the astrophotography setup process, making it an indispensable companion for capturing celestial wonders with telephoto lenses.
Unleash your creativity and embark on a seamless astrophotography journey with the Vixen Portable Equatorial Mount AP Photoguider Telephoto Setup Kit.
Sample Photo of M31 Andromeda Galaxy
Equipment used: DSLR Camera: Canon EOS 6D Telephoto Lens: Tamron SP150-600 F5-6.3 Di Vc Use G2 / 600mm F6.7 Equatorial Mount: AP Photo Guider Telephoto Setup Kit Shooting Data: ISO1600, 3 minutes x 8 exposures (image composition), Auto white balance.
Features:
- 6kg Maximum Loading Capacity: Boasting a robust construction, the AP Photo Guider supports a maximum loading capacity of 6kg, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of camera setups and telephoto lenses.
- Friction Stop Motion: The inclusion of friction stop motion enhances operational control, allowing precise adjustments and ensuring that your imaging setup stays securely in place during observation sessions.
- Pulse Motor Drive: The pulse motor drive provides reliable and smooth motion control, contributing to accurate tracking for astrophotography. This feature enhances the overall imaging experience by minimizing disturbances during long exposures.
- High Precision Tracking: Leveraging the STARBOOK ONE system, the AP Photo Guider achieves high-precision tracking for celestial objects. The intuitive interface and advanced controls streamline the process, facilitating accurate alignment and tracking for optimal imaging results.
- Telephoto Setup Upgrade: Tailored for telephoto setups, the AP Photo Guider includes essential accessories like the dovetail slide bar DD, quick-release clamp set, supplementary counterweight bar, and a 1.9kg counterweight.
- Polar Alignment Scope PF-LII: Easy settings facilitated by the PF-LII polar alignment scope, ensuring alignment accuracy within 3 arc minutes. The illuminated reticle dims gradually and auto-turns off, enhancing user convenience.
- Complete Astrophotography Kit: Ready to shoot immediately by attaching a ball head to the supplied dovetail slide bar DD and mounting the camera. The supplementary counterweight bar and 1kg counterweight ensure proper balance, even with heavier cameras.
- Versatile and Stable: Equipped with the dovetail slide bar DD and quick-release clamp set, maintaining balance at the center of gravity. Suitable for mounting large telephoto lenses like the 70-200mm F2.8, ensuring stability.
- Multi-Purpose Application: Suited for various applications, including flash photography, astronomical subjects, science, space, art, technology, and electric blue aesthetics, extending its utility beyond traditional astrophotography.
What's Included:
✓ Vixen Potable Equatorial Mount AP
✓ Star Book One Set
✓ Polar Alignment Scope PF-LII
✓ Dovetail Slide Bar DD
✓ Quick-Release Clamp Set
✓ Counterweight Bar
✓ Counterweight 1.9kg.
✓ Vixen Electronic Parts: Limited 1 Year Warranty
✓ Vixen Mechanical Parts: Limited 2 Year Warranty
Specifications:
| Slow motion control | Wheel and worm gears full circle micro movement by electricity |
| Quick slewing motion | Friction stop motion |
| Wheel gear | 73.5mm in diameter, 144-tooth |
| Worm gear / RA axis | 11mm in dia., brass / 59mm in dia. aluminum alloy |
| Number of bearings | 4 ball bearings |
| Azimuth adjustment range | 6.5 degrees left or right with a pair of screws, 1.4 degrees per rotation of the screw |
| Altitude adjustment range | 0 degree to 65 degrees with tangent screw, 1.9 degrees per rotation of the screw |
| Polar alignment screw | 5x20mm field of view 10 degrees, self-light-off dark field illuminator (8 steps adjustments), within 3 arc minutes setting accuracy, CR2032 battery |
| Motor drive | Pulse motor |
| Tracking | High precision tracking with STARBOOK ONE |
| Maximum loading weight | 6kg at a distance of 25cm from the crossing axes |
| Controller cable port | D-SUB9PIN male |
| Tripod legs | 3-section adjustable leg, Aluminum |
| Size and weight | Adjustable from 570mm to 1296mm in length, 3.0 kg |