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Vixen Sphinx Equatorial Telescope Mount with Tripod

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  • The Vixen Sphinx telescope mount with its innovative Star Book hand controller offers computerized navigation with a large full-color LCD screen!
  • Color LCD screen includes detailed star charts
  • Zoom-In/Out buttons for the color star chart display also controls the motor speeds
  • Maximum weight capacity: 26.5 lbs. (excluding counterweights)
  • Includes Vixen HAL130 tripod


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Item #  07996
Mfg Model #  2510
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The Vixen SX or SPHINX mount and STAR BOOK hand controller are groundbreaking advancements in high speed, portable GoTo mount technology. The SPHINX is a solid, well built mount that has the look and feel of Vixen quality. 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. 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. s 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.

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This product is serviced and supported by its manufacturer according to the terms and conditions included in the packaged product. Orion's limited warranty does not apply. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support.

Warning

Please note this product was not designed or intended by the manufacturer for use by a child 12 years of age or younger.

Specs
  • Best for imaging
    Deep sky
  • Astro-imaging capability
    Lunar, planetary & long exposure
  • Weight rating
    27 lbs.
  • Dovetail bar system
    Yes
  • Computerized compatibility
    Go-To included
  • Alignment procedure
    2-star
  • Number of objects in database
    22,000+
  • Tracking rates
    Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
  • Motor speeds
    Up to 1200x sidereal rate
  • Bearing material
    Sealed ball bearings
  • Power requirement
    12-volt DC - 3A (tip negative)
  • Latitude range
    0-70
  • Setting circles
    Electronic, via the hand controller
  • Polar-axis scope
    Sold separately
  • Counterweights
    One 4 lb.
  • Available ports
    RS-232, autoguider, LAN
  • Tripod material
    Aluminum
  • Weight, mount/tripod
    15.0 lbs.
  • Weight, fully assembled
    19.2 lbs.
  • Warranty
    Five year
In The Box
VIxen SPHINX SXW Equatorial Telescope Mount with Tripod
Counterweight 1.9kg
Star Book Hand Controller
Star Book Cable
Ferrite Core for LAN Cable
Battery Holder
Allen wrench
Phillips head Screwdriver
Instruction Manual
Serial Number Labels
CR2032 Battery for Star Book Built-in Clock
Tripod
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Orders received by 1pm Eastern Standard Time for in-stock item the same business day. Order received after noon will ship the next business day. When an item is not in-stock we will ship it as soon as it becomes available. Typically in-stock items will ship first and backordered items will follow as soon as they are available. You have the option in check out to request that your order ship complete, if you'd prefer.

A per-item shipping charge (in addition to the standard shipping and handling charge) applies to this product due to its size and weight. This charge varies based on the shipping method.

Standard Delivery: $0.00
3 Day Delivery: $76.00
2 Day Delivery: $76.00
Next Day Delivery: $105.00

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This product is available to ship Standard delivery within the 50 US states, APO/DPO/FPO addresses and US territories/protectorates. Delivery is not available to Canada.

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