Vixen Optics- Telescope and Mount Packages - R200SS Telescope with Sphinx Mount


Vixen R200SS with Sphinx Mount (Item #7742D)

The remarkably fast 200mm (8") f/4 parabolic primary mirr or of the R200SS Newtonian reflect or gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating technology yields the ideal surface f or its f/4 primary mirror.

The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this instrument.

The telescope's large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited for astrophotography of nebulae, star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma c orrect or allows for a sharp coma-free image from edge to edge, and the rack and pinion focusing mount, with an adapter, accepts 2 eyepieces.
Package includes NLV25mm Eyepiece, Finder scope and bracket, tube rings and counterweights.

The SPHINX equatorial mount and STARBOOK controller have been intelligently engineered for high-speed automatic location of celestial objects. It is now possible to explore the beauty of the night sky with greater ease and stability. 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.

Package includes R200Ss w/Dual Speed Focuser, Sphinx SXW Mount and Tripod, dovetail plate, 7x50 Finder Scope and Bracket, Tube Rings, Dovetail Plate and NLV25mm Eyepiece

Price: $3999

Package Specifications

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.

A retractable counterweight shaft enables easy storage and transportation. The mount is available on a SX-HAL130 heavy duty aluminum tripod. An optional illuminated polar axis scope can be easily added to the mount body.

Features of the STAR BOOK controller: 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.

Specifications:

Optical Design	Parabolic Mirror Reflector
Aperture	200mm
Focal Length	800mm
Focal Ratio	f/4.0
Coating	Multi Coated
Resolving Power	.58 arc sec
Limiting Magnitude	13.3
Light Gathering Power	816x
Finder Scope	Optional
Adapter Thread	60mm/42mm for T Ring
Astrophotography	Prime Focus, Eyepiece Projection & Afocal Imaging
Visual Back	31.7mm Push Fit Compression Ring
Focuser	Dual Speed
Optical Tube Length	27.5” (700mm)
Optical Tube Diameter	9.1” (232mm)
Optical Tube Weight	11.7 lb
Mount	Sphinx SXW Equatorial Mount
Tripod	HAL130 Tripod
Tripod Weight	12 lb
Mount Weight	13 lb
Counterweights	4.2 lb (1.9 kg)
Mount Dimensions	36cm x 12cm x 36cm
Hand Controller	STAR BOOK
Load Capacity	35 lbs
Alignment Procedure	3 Star
Database	22,700 Object
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Power Requirements	DC 12 volts, 0.4 to 1.7 amperes
RA Slow Motion Axis	180 tooth wheel gear – whole circle movement
DEC Slow Motion Axis	180 tooth wheel gear – whole circle movement
RA & DEC Worm Wheel	Aluminum
RA Coordinate Display	STAR BOOK Full Color LCD screen ; 0.1 min increments
DEC Coordinate Display	STAR BOOK Full Color LCD screen ; 1.0 are min. sec increments
Polar Axis Scope	Optional
Altitude Adjustment	0 to 70 ° (Fine adj. with tangent screw +/-15°, 3 step elevator
Azimuth Adjustment	Double screw fine adjustment
Motors	Built in
Accessories	7x50 Finder; Finder Bracket; SX 232mm Tube Ring; Dovetail Tube Plate; NLV25mm Eyepiece

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