Vixen ED81SWT with Sphinx Mount (Item #55032)
The ED81S with the Sphinx mount combines both our highest quality short focal length telescope with our highest quality GOTO mount. You will not be disappointed with the operation or image quality from this package. As a first purchase you will easily begin observing hundreds of celestial objects. For the astro-photographer the ED81S and Sphinx mount makes a great combination. With the mount's ability to use an auto guider and connect with other software on your computer, you will be well on your way to taking some great images.

The SPHINX comes standard with built in motors and the world's first star chart go-to controller, STARBOOK, with a large full color LCD display. The Sphinx’s design is exceptional and the exterior styling is equally attractive.

Main features of the SPHINX equatorial mount: 180-tooth worm gears for fine full circle motion. 22lbs. recommended loading capacity for a wide range of optical tubes. Built in DC motors allow for improved motion of the polar axis rotation and reduce the need for heavy counterweights. Large color liquid crystal display. (4.7 inch, 320x420 pixels, STN, 4096 colors) High Speed Internal CPU (32 bit RISC processor, 75MHz, 8MB SDRAM, 4MB Flash ROM upgradeable) 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, the motor speed 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 navigated with simple buttons on the controller. The STARBOOK is easy to use and makes the SPHINX available to a wide range of ages and experience levels. A large astronomical database with 22,725 celestial objects is stored. A LAN Port within the controller allows for computer control and network connectivity. The STARBOOK is also compatible with an auto guider (including SBIG ST). The auto-guider port comes standard on all controllers.

A retractable counterweight shaft enables easy storage and transportation. The mount is available on the SX-HAL130 heavy duty aluminum tripod. An optional illuminated polar axis scope can be easily added to the mount body. Package includes NLV25mm eyepiece, red dot finder, flip mirror and counterweights.

   Vixen Ed81S and Sphinx SXW Mount

ED81S Specifications
Aperture 81mm
Focal length 625mm (f7.7)
Resolving power/ limiting magnitude:
1.43 arc sec. 11.3
Light gathering power: 134x
Tube Dia./length/weight: (OD) 90mm x (L) 600mm; 2.3kg
Finderscope: Dot Finder
Threads/Visual Back size: 60mm, 42mm threaded for T Ring/50.8mm push fit
Eyepiece: LV20mm (31x), LV5mm (125x)
Mount: Sphinx SXW Equatorial
Tripod: SX-HAL130 Aluminum Tripod, adjustable from 70cm to 130cm in length
Accessories:
Flip Mirror,
Counterweight 1.9kg x 1
Photography: Prime Focus and Eyepiece Projection
Total Weight: 16.2kg (36 lbs.)

Sphinx SX Mount Features:

The mount uses a 180-tooth worm gear for fine full circle motion.

Built in motors allow for improved motion of the polar axis rotation and reduces the need for heavy counterweights. The counterweight shaft is stored inside the mount for convenience.

An optional internally illuminated polar axis scope can be easily threaded into the mount body.

The SX mount easily handles Vixen’s 8 inch aperture optical tubes and utilizes the standard Vixen dovetail bracket.

The recommended loading capacity of the SPHINX mount is 22 lbs.

The weight of the SPHINX mount head (without counterweight) is 15lbs.

A Half Pillar accessory option adds height adjustment and viewing location versatility.

Star Book Hand Controller Features:

Large color liquid crystal display. (4.7 inch, 320x420 pixels, STN, 4096 colors)

High Speed Internal CPU ( 32 bit RISC processor, 75MHz, 8MB SDRAM, 4MB Flash ROM upgradeable)

Zoom-In/Out buttons for the color star chart display also control the motor speed.

Features and menu options are displayed on the large color screen

The STAR BOOK is amazingly easy to use & makes the SPHINX available to a wide range of ages and experience levels.

A large astronomical database with 22,725 celestial objects is stored.

A LAN Port within the controller allows for computer control and network connectivity.

The STAR BOOK controller can be used as a stand alone star atlas from anywhere, anytime.

Vixen Ed81S and Sphinx Mount
Price: $3599

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