Vixen POLARIE U Star Tracker

The Vixen POLARIE U Star Tracker allows you to take sharp and precise photographs of stars and the night sky, and is perfect for air travel thanks to its lightweight design

  • POLARIE U Star Tracker for sharp sky images
  • Small and lightweight tracking, perfect for travel
  • Five different speeds for tracking and ST4 Autoguiding port (RA only)
  • Excellent for timelapse shots
  • Shutter release possible via a Smartphone
  • Built-in bubble level and directional scale for time lapse
  • Upgrade up to 6.5 kg load capacity possible with optional accessories
  • High quality manufacturing - Made in Japan
  • Dimensions: 88.5mm x 72mm x 110.5mm ; Weight: 575g
  • Operating System: Android 4.4 and over or iOS 9.9 and over Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11b/g

€599.00*

Available, delivery time: 1-3 days

Product number: X035491
GTIN/EAN: 4955295354917
WEEE-Reg.-Nr.: DE 34716369

With BRESSER, you can enjoy a smooth introduction to the vast world of astronomy. Our detailed information ("Telescope Guide") provides valuable tips for beginners— but even experienced astronomers can use the information we provide (e.g., tables for the geographical latitude of all major world cities) as a reference.

Here is the table of contents of the comprehensive BRESSER Telescope Guide:

With BRESSER, you can enjoy a smooth introduction to the vast world of astronomy. Our detailed information ("Telescope Guide") provides valuable tips for beginners—but even experienced astronomers can use the information we provide (e.g., tables for the geographical latitude of all major world cities) as a reference.

Here is the table of contents of the comprehensive BRESSER Telescope Guide:

Product information "Vixen POLARIE U Star Tracker"
The POLARIE U is an ultra-compact automatic star tracking device that can be easily transported.
In addition to the functions of conventional star trackers, which track a camera for a long exposures, accurately tracking the regular movement of celestial objects, the POLARIE U has a speed adjustment function, which allows it to be used as a panning mount too for time lapse photography.

Using a smartphone, you can control the shutter release intervals of the images. Through the communication between the smartphone and the POLARIE U Star Tracker, you can control the exposures and take beautiful, sharp pictures of the stars and the Milky Way without getting any star trailing.

The Star Tracker is very small and light weight, making it ideal for mobile use or air travel.

The Vixen POLARIE U Star Tracker in detail:

Star-scape photography (stars and landscape).
A silhouetted landscape on earth is photographed together with the starry sky. The beauty of a landscape and the starry sky can be shown together on one photo. POLARIE U opens up a wonderful foreign world of star-scape photography and makes this possible for both beginners and advanced photographers.
Conventional telescopic astrophotography photographs a relatively narrow area of the sky. Star-scape photography mainly uses a wide-angle lens and takes impressive photos in which stars, and other celestial targets such as the majestic Milky Way and landscapes are combined. The possibilities of the compositions are endless and a completely new kind of landscape photography opens up.

Weight reduction of more than 20% and improved load capacity.
The structure of the original POLARIE has been completely changed. The distance between the two bearings that support the rotating shaft is about four times the distance of the previous model. This leads to a higher load capacity despite the weight reduction of 20%. The maximum load capacity is 2.5 kg (approx. 2.5 kg at 10 cm from the centre of rotation) when used for wide-field astrophotography. The maximum load capacity is increased to 6.5 kg (approx. 6.5 kg at 10 cm from the centre of rotation) when a POLARIE Multi mounting block (optional) and a dovetail slide rail DD (optional) are combined. In addition, used in vertical configuration, the POLARIE U can reach a load capacity of 10 kg (approx. 10 kg 10 cm from the centre of rotation) for time-lapse photography and is therefore suitable for heavy camera equipment.

Settings via Smartphone
Communication between tracker and smartphone via the Vixen Polarie U App enables various settings via smartphones or tablet. For star/landscape photography, the speed is selected in user-defined mode, and for time-lapse photography, settings for interval time, exposure, and rotation speed can also be easily programmed.

Five different speeds:
Star-scape photography (half star speed). This setting is intended for displaying a landscape together with the starry sky. The stars are not tracked exactly, but slower in order not to blur the landscape in the foreground. This way you get beautiful images of the landscape and the starry sky.

Wide Field Astrophotography (Star Speed)
When this mode is selected, the POLARIE U follows the stars at the same speed as the daily movement of the stars. In this mode, widefield long time exposures of comets, nebulae, star clusters and the Milky Way are made and tracked precisely.

Solar Tracking (solar speed)
For recording solar eclipses over a long period of time.

Moon Tracking (moon speed)
For recording lunar eclipses over a long period of time.

Custom Mode
This allows you to set the POLARIE U to the desired tracking speed. The initial setting is four times the star speed. If you want to change the setting for a different speed, a smartphone or other wifi device and application software are required.

Shoot-Move-Shoot Mode
It is possible to stop the movement of the camera during the exposure and restart it after the end of the exposure. It is also equipped with a camera connector (shutter release) that controls the camera shutter during shooting with SMS or interval shooting. If the camera in use is connected with the cable release, the settings can be easily adjusted using a smartphone. A Wi-Fi connection is required when using this feature. An additional cable is required to connect the camera and POLARIE U together.

Autoguider port
Commercially available autoguiders can be used with the POLARIE U (Usable only in R.A.).  An important new feature over the original Polarie - attach a small Guidescope, or Off Axis Guider and autoguiding camera to your main camera and use the standard ST-4 protocol port to guide the Polarie U in Right Ascension, ensuring absolute accuracy of tracking (requires additional separate computer, or standalone guider). 


FEATURES
  •     Speeds: Sidereal rate, 0.5X star speed, sun, moon. North / South hemisphere compatible
  •     Operating System: Android 4.4 and over or iOS 9.9 and over Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11b/g
  •     Worm gear: RA gear rim with 144 teeth (58.4 mm Al alloy)
  •     Screw: 9.8 mm brass
  •     RA and DC axis: 40mm, aluminium alloy
  •     Motor drive: electric motor drive with impulse motor (stepper motor)
  •     Load capacity: 2.5 kg standard, 6.5 kg with special accessories, 10 kg with fast motion
  •     Wi-Fi function for Smartphone
  •     Direction finder tube: 8.9 degree field of view without magnification.
  •     Power supply: USB Type-C or 4x AA batteries
  •     Dimensions: 88.5mm x 72mm x 110.5mm
  •     Weight: 575g

SCOPE OF DELIVERY
  •     POLARIE U Star Tracker
  •     Attachable direction finder


Body material: Aluminium
Colour: white
Data transmission: Wireless via WiFi
Field of application [Photography]: Photography, SLR
Material: Aluminium
Mount Type [Telescopes]: German/Equatorial Mount
Power supply: Batteries
Product Family [Telescopes Accessories]: Star Tracker

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

€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

€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*
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

€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

€52.00*
Vixen POLARIE U Polsucher PF-L II Set
You need this Vixen polar finder set for the POLARIE U Star Tracker in order to be able to align the POLARIE U exactly to the celestial pole. This is very important for longer focal lengths and exposure times, in order to obtain point-like star images. The polar finder enables polar alignment with an accuracy of 3 arc minutes . The polar alignment is very simple: You only have to bring the Pole Star and two other stars into the field of view of the polar finder and rotate them with the stars so that they are congruent with the reticule shown in the polar finder.  No further calculation is needed - no time and date to set, just match the reticule to the polar stars and get imaging. The polar finder PF-L II has red, dimmable lighting that switches itself off after a few minutes in order to save the batteries.PROPERTIES5 x 20 viewfinder with 10 ° field of view3 star positioningNorthern skies: Polaris, Delta UMI, 51 CepSouthern skies: Chi Octantis, Tau Octantis, Sigma OctantisDimmable, red lighting in 8 levelsWHAT'S INCLUDEDPole finder PF-L IIMounting armCR 2032 battery

€325.00*
Vixen trigger cable COM for Canon, Fujifilm, Olympus, Pentax, Samsung
This release cable was developed for taking time-lapse recordings with the POLARIE U Star Tracker and a DSLR camera. In combination with an app specially developed for the POLARIE U, you can simply set up an exposure control via WIFI, controlling your exposures very easily using your smartphone.REQUIREMENTPOLARIE U Star Tracker, smartphone with the POLARIE U Control app and release cable for your cameraPROPERTIESLocking cable for Canon, Fujifilm, Olympus, Pentax, SamsungConnection to the POLARIE U: 2.5 mm stereo mini plugConnection to the camera: 2.5 mm stereo mini plugCoiled cable length: 20 cm to 50 cmWeight: 26 gWHAT'S INCLUDED:Release cable

€16.90*
Trigger cable NA for Nikon
This release cable was developed for taking time-lapse recordings with the POLARIE U Star Tracker and a DSLR camera. In combination with an app specially developed for the POLARIE U, you can simply set up an exposure control via WIFI, controlling your exposures very easily using your smartphone.REQUIREMENTPOLARIE U Star Tracker, smartphone with the POLARIE U Control app and release cable for your cameraPROPERTIESLocking cable for NikonConnection to the POLARIE U: 2.5 mm stereo mini plugConnection to the camera: 2.5 mm stereo mini plugCoiled cable length: 20 cm to 50 cmWeight: 26 gWHAT'S INCLUDED:Release cable

€16.90*
Trigger cable CN3 for Canon
This release cable was developed for taking time-lapse recordings with the POLARIE U Star Tracker and a DSLR camera. In combination with an app specially developed for the POLARIE U, you can simply set up an exposure control via WIFI, controlling your imaging very easily using your smartphone. REQUIREMENT POLARIE U Star Tracker, smartphone with the POLARIE U Control app and release cable for your camera ROPERTIES POLARIE U connection: 2.5 mm stereo mini plug Camera connection: N3 type remote control connector Spiral cable length: 20cm to 50cm Weight: 26 g WHAT'S INCLUDED Release cable CN3

€16.90*
Vixen Polar fine adjustment unit DX
​For precise polar alignment of the POLARIE U Star Tracker.With this fine adjustment unit DX you can make sensitive movements in all directions in order to achieve an exact polar alignment.There is a quick-release fastener at the head of the fine-adjustment, which is compatible with the Vixen quick-change angle plate, or the Arca Swisssystem. You can attach or remove your Star Tracker quickly. An optional dovetail plate mounting block is available for versatile use.Thanks to the two M8 threaded holes at a distance of 35 mm on the head, the quick release can be exchanged for the separately available dovetail mounting block.This enables the straightforward mounting of telescopes or heavy telephoto lenses, like the Vixen FL55SS telescope.The fine adjustment DX is equipped with a 1/4 "or 3/8" thread and can therefore be used on all common photo tripods.This tripod adapter can be exchanged for a Vixen tripod adapter in order to be able to connect the fine adjustment unit to the heavier duty Vixen telescopic tripods too.The fine adjustment DX enables a large adjustment range from -30 degrees to 90 degrees and 360 degrees in azimuth.The mounted camera can be tilted freely from 0 degrees (horizontal) to 90 degrees (vertical) by loosening the clamping lever. The fine adjustments can be adjusted in a range of +/- 7.5 degrees.PROPERTIES1/4 "or 3/8" thread for photo tripods-30 degrees to 90 degrees and 360 degrees adjustable in azimuthFine adjustments in the range of +/- 7.5 degrees adjustable2 degrees adjustment per turn of the screwArca Swiss System compatibleAdaptable to Vixen telescopic tripodsAssembly of telescopes or heavy telephoto lensesOver 8 kg payload possibleWHAT'S INCLUDEDPole fine adjustment unit DXQuick release clampAngle plate L adapter for Vixen telescopic tripods with 45mm connectionTechnical specifications

€229.00*
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

€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

€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

€62.00*
Vixen Pole finder bracket for Polarie U Star Tracker
​With this pole finder mount you can connect existing polar finders from your AP or SX mount to your Polarie U Star tracker.The polar finder is simply screwed into the thread of the mount and the screw of the mount is fixed to the Polarie U Star tracker. This is a cost-effective solution to attach existing polar finders to the Polarie U Star Tracker. Usable polar finders are those of the SX, SXD, SX2, SXD2, AP, SXP, SXP2, AXJ, AXD and AXD2. Note: It is also possible to use it with a Polarie pole finder if the chrome-plated part, which is inserted into the hole of the Polarie Star Tracker, is unscrewed. FEATURESPolar finder mount for Polarie U Star TrackerCan be used with: SX, SXD, SX2, SXD2, AP, SXP, SXP2, AXJ, AXD and AXD2 pole findersLimited use with: Polarie pole finder (small modification required)Allows exact pole alignmentSCOPE OF DELIVERYBracket for polar viewfinderMounting screw

€59.00*

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Do you already own a photo camera and would like to create impressive pictures of the night sky with the help of the long exposure or even make time-lapse pictures with little effort ? The BRESSER StarTracker Astronomical PhotoMount PM-100 is the ideal base. Not only for beginners in astrophotography, this mount is particularly well suited, but also the experts swear by a compact and easy-to-use mount to automatically compensate for the natural rotation of the earth. The built-in tracking motor rotates the saddle-mounted camera precisely against the earth's rotation and thus the stars remain in pinpoint shape even with long exposures. If you already own a sturdy photo tripod with a video tilt head you can use the photo mount's head directly with the 1/4 inch & 3/8 inch photo thread holes. The pole height (latitude) is then adjusted by the video tilt head. The photo-mount with tripod with carry-case and polar wedge are also available as a bundle - Product No.: 4964120 Which cameras are basically suitable for use with the BRESSER photo mount ? All cameras with ¼ inch (6.3mm) tripod connection thread and bulb length" B "for long exposure are suitable. The BRESSER StarTracker Astronomical Photo Mount PM-100 is designed for a camera with lens of max. 2.0 kg total weight to carry and track in polar mode. In Azimut mode also a camera weight up to 5.0kg is possible.  Large aperture, wide-angle lenses are ideal for the beginning, because the requirements for tracking accuracy accumulate with increasing focal length and exposure time. Thus, a shot with wide-angle lens can be exposed for up to several minutes and the stars remain punctiform without problems. For example, with a 200mm telephoto lens the polar alignment of the photo mount must be exactly right. But thanks to the integrated pole finder tunnel, this is done quickly. After setting up the light and compact StarTracker Photo Mount, simply set the approximate latitude (pole height) and aim Polaris through the integrated pole finder tunnel. Then mount the camera with the photo lens using the quick-release plate on the supplied ball head. With the ball head, the camera can be aligned and determined at any time on any section of the sky. As soon as the tracking motor is switched on, long-time exposure can be started immediately. This does not even take 5 minutes ... The tracking is carried out by a precise stepper motor, which can be controlled by an easy digital setup on LCD screen. Low power consumption allows up to 20 hours of operation with just one battery charge or simply use the micro USB port for an unlimited power supply. FEATURES Equatorial StarTracker Photo-Mount Automatic siderial tracking against the Earth rotation  Different tracking speed setting possible Suitable for northern and southern henisphere Time lapse: from 15 minutes to 48 hours Ballhead with quick release saddle plate and 1/4" Photo thread for Kamera mountingPhoto-Mount with 1/4" threaded bolt for ballhead mounting Additional quick release coupling for ball head removal High precision stepper motor with helical gear for accurate tracking Clear LCD screen and easy setup menu Battery operation 4 x AA batteries or mico USB (optional acc.)  Battery life: up to 20 hours Weight Photo-Mont: 0.63kg Load capacity of Photo-Mount: up to 2.0kg/5.0kg (EQ/AZ) Optional Acc: Polar-wedge, Tripod and carry-case, optical pole finder scope with illumination unit SCOPE OF DELIVERY StarTracker astronomical Photo-Mount head Ballhead with quick release saddle plate User manual

€349.00*
BRESSER Extension Tube 25 mm for 2.5" HEXAFOC
Are you having trouble focusing your eyepiece or camera? Then use this BRESSER 25 mm extension sleeve to increase the distance between the 2.5 inch HEXAFOC eyepiece extension and the eyepiece or camera. The extension sleeve has an M68x0.75 mm internal and external thread and can therefore be screwed directly onto the HEXAFOC draw tube.SPECIFICATIONSIncreases the distance to the eyepiece/camera Suitable for 2.5 inch HEXAFOC Optical length: 25 mm Internal and external thread: M68x0,75 mmInside black matt coated Material: aluminium, black anodized SCOPE OF DELIVERYExtension sleeve 25 mm (1 piece)

€17.90*
BRESSER Extension Tube 37,5 mm for 2.5" HEXAFOC
Are you having trouble focusing your eyepiece or camera? Then use this 37.5 mm extension sleeve to increase the distance between the 2.5 inch HEXAFOC eyepiece extension and the eyepiece or camera. The extension sleeve has an M68x0.75 mm internal and external thread and can therefore be screwed directly onto the HEXAFOC draw tube. SPECIFICATIONSIncreases the distance to the eyepiece/cameraSuitable for 2.5 inch HEXAFOCOptical length: 37,5 mmInternal and external thread: M68x0,75 mmInside black matt coatedMaterial: aluminium, black anodizedSCOPE OF DELIVERYExtension sleeve 37,5 mm (1 piece)

€19.90*

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ZWO Seestar Smart Telescope S50 AP50/250
Smart Telescope for Everyone: Easy Access to the Night Sky Reach for the stars with the ZWO Seestar S50 Smart Telescope. This innovative, smart apochromat combines high-quality optics and smart technology with incredible ease of use! Imagine sitting relaxed on your terrace, a glass of wine in hand, while the Seestar S50 explores the vast expanses of the universe for you and sends real-time images to your smartphone or tablet. Astronomy from the Comfort of Your Couch Simply choose your desired object from the countless galaxies and nebulae available in the star catalog of the intuitive app. The ZWO Seestar S50 Smart Telescope will automatically move to the selected object. The all-rounder automatically focuses on the celestial object before beginning the capture and sends real-time images to your smartphone or tablet. The smart telescope independently sets the optimal camera settings such as exposure time, ISO value, or aperture. High-Quality Optics Meets Smart Technology The high-quality apochromat refractor optics of the Seestar S50 ensure exceptionally clear and color-accurate images. The combination of top-notch optics, advanced automatic star recognition, and effective GoTo functionality makes this smart telescope a powerful instrument for night observation and astrophotography – accessible to everyone! The integrated camera supports high resolutions that capture even the finest details in distant galaxies and nebulae. Focus on the Essentials The Seestar S50 features an integrated filter change mechanism that can be controlled via the app. By default, the UV/IR-CUT filter is used, eliminating unwanted infrared and ultraviolet light while allowing the crucial H-alpha emission nebula band for astronomical photography to pass through. This results in more contrast-rich images of many deep-sky objects. Automatic Image Stacking for Razor-Sharp Shots The Seestar S50 uses the stacking method for creating astrophotos. Multiple individual images are combined or "stacked" in real-time to form a new image. The final image becomes sharper and more detailed as more individual images are combined. Experience how a galaxy millions of light-years away takes shape before your eyes, revealing more details with each passing minute. The result is exceptionally clear images that reveal the depths of space with impressive detail. For Stacking Pros Too Already familiar with stacking and prefer to do the image processing yourself? No problem – the Seestar saves each individual image in RAW format in its internal storage on request. Also a Master of Observation During the Day Not only stars and galaxies at night, but the Seestar S50 also offers fascinating observation possibilities during the day. Create landscape images and safely observe the sun with the included solar filter, marveling at its impressive sunspots. The S50 is a true all-rounder for any time of day or night. Share Your Discoveries The Seestar S50 makes it easy to quickly and easily share your astrophotographic achievements with friends or the astronomy community. With just a few clicks, you can publish your images directly from the app on social networks. Whether capturing fascinating lunar craters, glowing nebulae, or colorful galaxies – share your observations and inspire others with your discoveries! FEATURES Optic Type: Apochromat Refractor Automatic image stacking for enhanced sharpness and detail without extensive PC post-processing Smart telescope with fully automatic alignment and tracking Telescope for night and solar observation as well as landscapes Operation via an intuitive app (iOS/Android) Live-view observation and photography in real-time Compact and lightweight design for maximum mobility Integrated Wi-Fi function High optical resolution for sharp and detailed astrophotography SCOPE OF DELIVERY ZWO Seestar S50 Smart Telescope Integrated camera for high-resolution astrophotography Solar filter for safe daytime observations Carbon tripod Carrying case USB-C charging cable (power adapter not included) User manual Access data to the extensive star and galaxy catalog app

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Vixen POLARIE Multi Mounting Block
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BRESSER StarTracker Astronomical Photo Mount PM-100
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Vixen POLARIE U Polsucher PF-L II Set
You need this Vixen polar finder set for the POLARIE U Star Tracker in order to be able to align the POLARIE U exactly to the celestial pole. This is very important for longer focal lengths and exposure times, in order to obtain point-like star images. The polar finder enables polar alignment with an accuracy of 3 arc minutes . The polar alignment is very simple: You only have to bring the Pole Star and two other stars into the field of view of the polar finder and rotate them with the stars so that they are congruent with the reticule shown in the polar finder.  No further calculation is needed - no time and date to set, just match the reticule to the polar stars and get imaging. The polar finder PF-L II has red, dimmable lighting that switches itself off after a few minutes in order to save the batteries.PROPERTIES5 x 20 viewfinder with 10 ° field of view3 star positioningNorthern skies: Polaris, Delta UMI, 51 CepSouthern skies: Chi Octantis, Tau Octantis, Sigma OctantisDimmable, red lighting in 8 levelsWHAT'S INCLUDEDPole finder PF-L IIMounting armCR 2032 battery

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