Vixen Advanced Polaris Mount and ED80Sf Telescope

The AP mount provides a secure, stable support for your telescope. Thanks to the slip clutch mechanism, the mount can be quickly adjusted to the target object. There is a wide range of optional accessories. The ADVANCED PLUS mount is ideal for both beginners and advanced observers who require a lightweight travel mount.

Stylish design

The AP mount features an ultra-smooth finish without any projecting parts. Simply place your telescope on the mount and move it to the desired celestial object without having to loosen any clamps!

Quick polar alignment

The slip clutches allow you to easily adjust the telescope to your target object – no more searching for adjustment clamps in the dark! An optional polar meter is available, which enables you to locate the celestial pole when it is hidden by trees or buildings.

Optional polar finder scope

The innovative polar finder scope provides a new way to polar align your telescope. Simply align the stars in the crosshair reticle with the same stars in the night sky. Polar alignment is achieved via 3 reference stars. The polar finder is illuminated to facilitate orientation and switches off automatically after 3 minutes to save battery power.

Optional power supply

The RA and DEC motor modules are powered by four AA alkaline, NiMh or NiCd batteries. The RA motor module has a USB Micro-B interface for an external power supply. A USB power pack or car charging cable can be used for longer observation sessions.

Optional STAR BOOK ONE control

The STAR BOOK ONE is a multifunctional and intuitive control that tracks in the RA and DC axis with a range of different speeds. The tracking options are designed for time lapse cameras at a wide range of speeds, including sidereal, lunar and solar rates. The control also offers many useful functions such as backlash compensation, autoguider port, PEC and a built-in red LED light. The STAR BOOK ONE control is designed for the AP-SM mount and is an integral part of the RA motor module.

ED80Sf optical tube

• An apochromatic refractor that reduces color defects to a minimum.
• Specifications: ED80Sf
• Lens: 80mm ED 2-lens apochromat, multi-coated
• Focal length: 600mm (F7.5)
• Resolution and limiting magnitude: 1.45 arc seconds; 11.3
• Light-gathering power: 131x
• Dimensions and weight: (OD) 100 mm x (L) 570 mm; 3.4 kg
• Finder scope: 9x50 mm finder scope
• Adapter and connections: 42 mm for T-mount and 31.7 mm with flip mirror; 50.8 mm option*

APP-TL130 tripod

The compact APP-TL130 tripod is adjustable between 60 cm and 130 cm and combines the portability of a camera tripod with the strength of an astronomical telescope tripod. The tripod can be switched between rubber and metal spikes to prevent floor damage in indoor spaces.

Features

• Ideal for air travel
• Collapsible travel mount with manual fine adjustment
• Lightweight and transportable
• Upgradable motor set
• High-quality ED refractor with 80 mm lenses
• High sharpness and contrast
• Total weight: 14.3 kg

What's in the box

• ED80Sf ED refractor telescope
• AP mount
• APP TL 130 tripod
• Flip mirror
• 9x50 mm finder scope
• Tube clamps
• Dovetail adapter
• Aluminium case