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Vixen Sphinx SXW Equatorial Mount (Item #2502)

Vixen's Sphinx SXW Mount features leading edge innovations developed through decades fo experience in building German Equatorial Moutns. The Vixen SPHINX SXW mount and STAR BOOK hand controller are groundbreaking advancements in high speed, portable GOTO mount technology.

Easy Secure setup. The Sphinx SXW Mount sets up in minutes. One bolt secures it to the tripod. Beginners and seasoned hobbyists will benefit from the portability of the mount, the easy to use controller, the ability to download future upgrades directly to the controller and the versatility of placing a variety of optical tubes on this equatorial mount with Vixen's universal dove tail plate. The Sphinx SXW features high speed and precise automatic slewing, sturdy aluminum tripod, retractable counterweight shaft, and build in motors. Includes one 1.9kg counterweight.

The STAR BOOK is the most advanced astronomical hand controller available and is recommended for anyone interested in exploring the night sky. The innovative STAR BOOK hand controller offers astronomical navigation with a large full-color LCD screen! The color screen is a detailed star chart that acts as a navigational and GOTO guide for the mount.

Zoom-In/Out buttons for the color star chart display also control the motor speed. As you zoom in closer to an object on the display screen, the motor speed automatically becomes finer and as you zoom out the motor speed increases to cover larger distances. Features and menu options are displayed on the large color screen and are easily navigated with simple buttons on the controller. The STAR BOOK is amazingly easy to use and makes the SPHINX available to a wide range of ages and experience levels.

Vixen Sphinx SXW Mount

The SPHINX mount can be purchased with or without the HAL 130 tripod.
The SX HAL130 tripod provides ample stability and has no wobble points in its design. The SX HAL130 has a larger base to carry the SX mount. The tripod extends from 81cm to 130cm and weighs 12 lbs. (5.5 kg.)

Vixen Sphinx Mounts Item #2502 $1899 (w/o tripod)
Vixen Sphinx Mounts Item #2510 $1999 (with tripod)

Sphinx Specifications
R.A. Slow Motion Axis 180-tooth wheel gears whole circle movement  
DEC Slow Motion Axis 180-tooth wheel gears whole circle movement
R.A. Coordinates Display On the screen of STAR BOOK, 01 min. increments
DEC Coordinates Display On the screen of STAR BOOK, 01 arc min. increments
Polar Axis Scope Optional
Altitude Adjustment 0 degree to 70 degrees (Fine Adjustment with tangent screw:+-15 degrees, 3 step elevation
Azimuth Adjustment Double screw fine adjustment
Telescope Controller STAR BOOK
Power Source DC 12 volts
Maximum Loading Weight 16kg/35 lbs
Counterweight 1.9 kg/ 4.2 lbs
Weight 6.8 kg/ 15 kbs (without couterweight)
NOW Available: STAR GPS - Add GPS to your Vixen Star Book
Sphinx Accessories
Item #3520 - NEW Autoguider
Item #2576 - Accessory Plate DX
Item #2661 - SX Dovetail Plate
Item #2577 - 1.9kg Counterweight
Item #2578 - 2.8 kg Counterweight
Item #2579 - 3.7 kg Counterweight
Item #3796 - Weight Shift Camera Bracket
Item #2697 - SX Aluminum Case
Item #2518 -SX Half Pillar
Item #26961 - SX Tripod Carry Case
Item #5460 - Triangle Accessory Tray
Item #8644 - Cigarette Lighter Plug Adapter
Item #2571 - SX Decl. Clamp Unit
Item # 2574 - SX Counterweight Shaft
Item #25171 - SX Metal Pillar
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