Vixen AP Photoguider

The modular AP mount system was specially developed for travel astronomy and can be completely dismantled or expanded with modular add-ons

Easy Star Tracker for maximum precision during long exposure times
Includes STAR BOOK ONE controller
Different tracking speeds
Includes backlash compensation and PEC function
Precise and quiet stepper motor for long observations
High-quality workmanship, made in Japan
Photographic load: 6 kg
Weight: 2.4 kg

€1,529.00*

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Product number: X000184

EAN: 4955295399895

WEEE-Reg.-Nr.: DE 34323861

Product information "Vixen AP Photoguider"

The AP Photo Guider is a lightweight Star Tracker for long exposure times in astrophotography.
It has the same precise functions as the AP mount, but is easier to transport.

The AP Photo Guider comes with the STAR BOOK ONE controller and guarantees precise tracking during long exposure times.

It was developed in order to create razor-sharp images of the night sky with larger telephoto lenses.

The STAR BOOK ONE controller has different speeds, e.g. for the sun and the moon.
It also features backlash compensation and PEC.

The STAR BOOK ONE features an Autoguider input for precise tracking accuracy during long exposure times. The newly developed polar finder provides an easy way to achieve polar alignment. Simply line up two reference stars with the markings in the reticle. This means that no hour angle settings are required.

FEATURES

Motors: R.A. Motor module and STARBOOK ONE controller
6 kg load (photographic)
Tripod: APP-TL130 tripod
RA /DEC: Worm gears with 140 teeth
RA axis: 59 mm diameter, aluminium alloy
DEC axis: 59 mm diameter, aluminium alloy
Azimuth adjustment: 1.4 degrees for each rotation over 2 setting screws
Latitude setting: 0-65 degrees via setting screw
Motor: Stepper motor

DELIVERY CONTENT

Vixen AP Photoguider
APP TL 130 tripod
STARBOOK ONE controller
Polar Axis Scope PFL-II

Colour:	black/white
Material:	Aluminium , Metal , Steel
Net weight (without access.) (g):	2400

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Product and safety instructions

Manufacturer:
Bresser GmbH, Gutenbergstraße 2, 46414 Rhede

Contact:
www.bresser.de

Warning notes

General safety instructions DANGER Risk of suffocation! Improper use of this product can result in suffocation, especially for children. Therefore, carefully observe the following safety instructions. Keep packaging materials (plastic bags, rubber bands, etc.) away from children! There is a risk of suffocation! Keep cords, ribbons, and similar materials away from children! They could accidentally strangle themselves and suffocate! NOTE Risk of material damage! Improper handling can damage the device and/or accessories. Therefore, only use the device according to the following safety instructions. Do not dismantle the device! In the case of a defect, contact your dealer. They will contact the service center and may send the device in for repair.
Never look at the sun through an eyepiece/telescope without a certified protection filter. A moon filter can never be used for solar observation. The moon filter is only suitable for moon observation. The solar filter must be mounted in front of the telescope opening, not at the eyepiece. Otherwise, the concentrated light beam through the optics will immediately destroy the filter foil, leading to severe eye damage, including permanent blindness.
Never leave the optics unattended. Children and inexperienced adults could point the telescope at the sun without proper precautions and lose their eyesight.
Do not expose the device to high temperatures.

Accessories

Vixen Dovetail Slide Bar DD for POLARIE Star Tracker Astrophotography Mount

The DD dovetail mount was developed for the POLARIE multi-mounting block to attach camera equipment - from DSLR cameras, to telephoto lenses or even compact telescopes. Using this accessory, the load capacity of the POLARIE Star Tracker is increased to up to 6 kg. To make it easier to find the Pole Star, there is a wide slot in the dovetail for the polar finder. In addition to the regular accessories, two cameras can also be balanced on both sides of the existing photo thread (1/4 inch) with optional ball heads. PROPERTIES Accessories for the POLARIE multi-mounting block Allows you to balance the camera Increases the load capacity of the POLARIE Star Tracker to 6 kg Allows a counterweight to be attached Hole bores 1x 1/4 inch, 1x 1/4 inch external thread, 2xM6 internal thread on the plate WHAT'S INCLUDED Dovetail rail DD

Available

€105.00*

Vixen POLARIE Multi Mounting Block

The Vixen POLARIE Multi Mounting Block was developed to fit Vixen profile dovetail rails, such as the Vixen Dovetail Slide Bar DD, to the Polarie Star Tracker. In this way you can increase the load capacity of the tracker up to 6.5 kg! By releasing the clamping lever on the multiple assembly block, you can move the dovetail freely and clamp it again, making balancing of your camera or telescope rig an easy task. The hole in the middle of the multiple mounting block enables the photographer to carry out the polar alignment without removing the POLARIE polar finder PFL with the dovetail rail DD or the dovetail rail PG. Using one of these combinations, you can easily put deep sky photography into practice with a telephoto lens, or compact telescope. PROPERTIES Allows the inclusion of dovetail rails The Star Tracker can hold up to 6.5 kg in weight Allows the use of telephoto lenses Polar alignment possible without removing the polar finder Weight: 440g WHAT'S INCLUDED POLARIE multiple assembly block Assembly tool

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€159.00*

Vixen Quick Release Panorama Plate

Attachment plates, such as the ARCA SWISS are compatible with this quick-release panorama plate. (Note: angle plate is not included in # 35527). The base of the Vixen Quick Release Panorama Clamp can be rotated 360 degrees so that the position of the mounted camera system can be adjusted simply by loosening the clamping lever. In addition to the recommended Vixen dovetail bar DD and top plate, the camera mount is also compatible with other devices with 1/4 ", 3/8" inch screws. The recommended accessory is the X000096 Angle L Bracket for portrait and landscape photography. PROPERTIES Can be rotated 360 degrees ARCA SWISS compatible Weight: 320g WHAT'S INCLUDED Quick-release panorama plate Screws and tools

€105.00*

Details

Vixen polar meter QPL Compass for Polar Star Alignment

This accessory includes a compass with a spirit level and a height scale. The compass helps you to quickly locate the polar star when it is hidden behind trees or a mountain. The compass attaches to the accessory shoe on the Polarie Star Tracker or a device with a camera accessory shoe. FEATURES Compass Oil-filled compass Azimuth dimensions: 1° steps Height adjustment: 5° steps (max. +/- 70°) Markings: marked with luminous paint Spirit level: Built-in spirit level DELIVERY CONTENTS QPL compass

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€49.00*

Vixen AP Photo Guider Shaft

The counterweight rod is attached to the dovetail rail using a 1/4 inch photo screw. It is compatible with the Vixen counterweights 1.0 kg, 1.9 kg, 2.8 kg and 3.7 kg and is used to balance the AP Photoguiders, the Polarie or the Polarie U Star Tracker. PROPERTIES Shank diameter: 20mm Size: diameter 23x135mm Effective length of the counterweight rod: 130mm Weight: 330g WHAT'S INCLUDED Counterweight rod Locking screw

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€52.00*

Vixen Counterweight 1.0kg

For balancing the Polarie Star Tracker in connection with the counterweight bar. The counterweight of 1.0 kg is also compatible with GP, SX mounts and mounts with 20 mm counterweight bar PROPERTIES Suitable for Polarie Star Tracker, GP, SX and AP mount For counterweight rods with a diameter of 20 mm Weight: 1.0 kg WHAT'S INCLUDED Weight: 1.0 kg Locking Bolt

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€46.00*

Vixen Counterweight 1.9kg

With the 1.9 kg counterweight, heavier optical tubes can be balanced on many Vixen mounts. COMPATIBLE WITH THE FOLLOWING VIXEN MOUNTS SX SX2 SXD SXD2 SXP GP2 GPD2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY 1x 1.9 kg counterweight

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€52.00*

Vixen counterweight 2.8 kg

2.8-kg counterweight for mount counterweight barsUse counterweights to balance your mount. Multiple counterweights may be required depending on the telescope.FEATURESSuitable for SX, SXD, GP2 and GPD2 mountsWeight: 2,800 gPACKAGE CONTENTS2.8-kg counterweight

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€62.00*

Vixen AP manual fine movement module

The Vixen Advanced Polaris Module was developed to expand and adjust the AP mount system to its needs. Observers can upgrade their AP mount system by adding additional AP modules. Examples include the APZ Mount, AP-SM Mount, AP Photo Guider and AP Portable Mount. FEATURES Manual worm gear with fine adjustment Worm gear: Diameter 58.4 mm, 144 teeth Worm shaft: Diameter 9.8 mm, brass Number of bearings: 2 Rotating axis: Diameter 45mm, made from aluminium alloyDELIVERY CONTENTMounting toolManual fine movement module

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€179.00*

Dovetail adapter AP Clamp Mount Head Unit

This is a unit for securing the 44 mm wide Vixen dovetail slide barand other Vixen dovetail bars.It is a replacement part for AP mounts and is attached to the DC module with two screws.FEATURES Dimensions: Diameter: 78 x 56 mm without extrusion parts Weight: 340 gDELIVERY CONTENTDovetail adapter AP Clamp Mount Head UnitScrews and tool

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€94.00*