Vixen Polarie Star Tracker for Astrophotography - 35505
Introducing the Vixen Polarie Star Tracker for Astrophotography. This compact mount platform allows you to capture night scapes and star images with ease. Set up is simple. The Polarie attaches to a standard camera tripod and can accept any digital camera weighing up to 7lbs. Using the included compass on the Polarie orient the mount to face north. The Polarie features a North Star alignment window that you point at Polaris. The Polarie can also use a polar scope for alignment. Once set the Polarie tracks with the motion of the stars to eliminate "star trailing" on your images resulting in sharp images of the Universe. The Polarie uses very accurate stepping motors and operates on 2 "AA" batteries. Polarie is designed to not only be functional but also to be compact and attractive. The Polarie has a smooth good looking design. The unit has no visible screws and although not waterproof it is designed to function in most weather conditions. Tracking Mode - Celestial tracking rate 1/2 of celestial tracking rate. Solar tracking rate Mean solar time Lunar tracking rate Mean lunar time Usable in both northern and southern hemispheres Wheel Gear 57.6mm diameter aluminum alloy axis with full-circle 144-tooth Worm gear 9mm diameter high tension brass Bearings 2 pieces Drive Pulse Motor (Stepper Motor) Maximum Loading weight 7 lbs Polar sight hole About 8.9° field of view Standard accessory Compass Working voltage 2 x AA-size batteries DC2.4 3.0V External power supply DC4.4 5.25V Electricity consumption DCVA (At a loading weight of 7 lbs.) Duration of operation About 4hours: At 20 C (68 F) degrees temperature 7 lbs loading weight with use of Alkaline batteries Dimensions 95×137×58mm (3.7x5.9x2.3 inches) Weight 1.4 lbs (without batteries) Optional accessory A dedicated polar axis scope for Polarie Tripod for Polarie (if purchased as a package) Model M-178V Legs 4 section Minimum Tr
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