Vixen Optics-Vixen GPD2 Equatorial Mount


Vixen GP2 Equatorial Mount (Item #3990)

Vixen has been making versions of the GP mount almost since the inception of the company. It originally started out as the Polaris Mount, then evolved through refinements as the Great Polaris Mount and with further refinements now as the GPD2 Mount. As with all versions, the GPD2 incorporates the same care and precision that is evident in all Vixen products. This includes 100% inspection and testing on the drive gears of all mounts.You can rest assured that when you purchase a GPD2 mount it is going to work right out of the box. To give you added assurance when this mount is purchased through an authorized Vixen Optics dealer, your 5 year warranty is included.
Clear Skies, MrStarGuy

The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With its solid steel R. A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears, this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astrophotography the worm gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error. The GPD2 Mount is equipped with a polar axis scope with a built in illuminator. The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2. Add the STAR BOOK-S for full go-to capabilities.

GP2 Specifications:

R.A. Slow Motion Axis	144-tooth wheel gears whole circle movement
DEC Slow Motion Axis	144-tooth wheel gears whole circle movement
R.A. Graduations	10 min increments
DEC Graduation	2 degree increments
Polar Axis Scope	6x20mm, wide 8 degree field of view
Altitude Adjustment	0 to 62 degrees (2 degree increments)
Aximuth Adjustment	Double screw fine adjustment
Motor Drive	Optional, with STARBOOK-S or D2M motor drive set
Maximum Loading Weight	35 lbs.
Counterweight	1.9 kg (4.2 lb) and 3.7 kg (8.15 lbs)
Weight	8.5 kg/ 18.7 lbs (without counterweight)

GPD2 Mount with Vixen ED115S Optical Tube

Now Available with the new STARBOOK S and Encoded Motors with PEC Starbook S Set

The latest option for the GP2 and GPD2 mounts is the new STARBOOK S which incorporates Vixen’s legendary GOTO controller with BUILT IN STAR CHART that shows you exactly where the telescope is pointing and displays “what’s up” right now. The included (and upgradeable) software contains a 22,000 object database giving the user an endless variety of objects to view. Included are drop down menus of different categories of celestial objects, including Stars, Planets, Messier, NGC and other famous objects. Each sub menu only lists the objects that are available to be viewed at that time. This eliminates the frustration of other GOTO systems that don’t tell you the object is below the horizon until after you have selected it. With the Vixen Starbook you will spend more time viewing and less time searching.

The package includes advanced encoded motors for accurate tracking and an auto-guider port and PEC (periodic error correction) are standard features. All of this makes the GP2 and GPD2 with STARBOOK S the most affordable, quality astro-photographer’s mount available.(Item #2522) Price: $699.00

GPD2 Mount System Diagram
GP2 Mount Accessories

Item #2576- SX Accessory Plate
Item #2661 - Dovetail Tube Plate
Item #2577 - 1.9 Kg Counterweight
Item #2578 - 2.8 Kg Counterweight
Item #2579 - 3.8 Kg Counterweight
Item #3739 - SD-1 Single Axis Controller
Item #3740 - Dual Axis Controller
Item #3796 - Weight Shift Camera Brack.
Item #8800 - Flexible Handle
Item #3752 - MT-1 RA Dec Motor
Item #3828 - Manual Clutch
Item #3909 - Half Pillar
Item #5460 - Triangle Accessory Tray
Item #7331 - Compass GP
Item #3881 - GP Aluminum Case
Item #3912 - 6x20 Polar Axis Scope
Item #8619 - Battery Box

More Details

	GPD2 Mount (Item #3991) $1049.00
	GPD2 Mount w/tripod (Item #3991HAL130) $1299.00
	GPD2 Mount w/Starbook S (Item #39913) $1799.00
	GPD2 Mount w/Starbook S and Tripod (Item#3991SBST) $1999.00

Your GP2 Mount can be purchased as a complete package with the following Vixen Telescopes. Select your telescope model for more information.
A80Mf, R130Sf, VMC110L, VMC200L and R150S

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