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Upgradable Models | Altazimuth-type Telescopes for Beginners | Star-Field Equatorial Mount, and Others
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The stars we see in the night sky are tens of thousands of light years away, which are the distances beyond our imagination. The lights that stars emit travel the space, and eventually, reach our eyes. Throughout history, people have been fascinated by the beauty of the night sky. The mystery of the unknown worlds captures the imagination. What people imagine and think when they view the night sky through astronomical telescopes depends on the person's knowledge, experience, interest, etc. But, astronomical telescopes are for anyone who is curious about the world of astronomy.
Program Updates
The updated programs for the controllers in equatorial and altazimuth mounts are offered separately. Select an update for your mount.
STAR BOOK-TypeS
Ver.2.1 - Dec.,10,2009
STAR BOOK
Ver.2.1 - May,07,2009
STAR BOOK-TypeS
Ver.2.1 - Dec.,10,2009
STAR BOOK
Ver.2.1 - May,07,2009
※It supported a Microsoft Windows® Vista™
Basics of astronomical telescope and detailed tips for choosing the telescope that suits your need.
Basic procedure and maintenance in using an astronomical telescope and answers to various questions are posted.
List of homepages with useful information for astronomical observation such as the locations and observing conditions of stars and planets.
We send you a poroduct catalog for free.
Upgradable Models
You can start with the basic set of a telescope and a mount and upgrade later by switching the optical tube or mount to a higher model as your interest grows.
PORTA II
PORTA II models are newly released; these are the succeeding models of PORTA, the very popular models among beginners and veterans since the release, with new functions added. These altazimuth-type astronomical telescopes have outstanding operational characteristics.
PORTA
PORTA mounts are altazimuth sturdy mounts designed for simple operational procedure and maximum functionality. Because of their cost-effectiveness, PORTA is recommended for beginners who will use a telescope for the first time or for veterans who would like to have a supplementary telescope.
SKYPOD
New types of compact astronomical telescope mounts equipped with standard celestial navigation systems such as the automatic go-to system guided by the stellar map display and the auto guider system. The attached controller allows it to find the objects that are hard to see with naked eye. A variety of optical tube types such as refracting, reflecting (Newtonian), and Catadioptric are offered.
SX Equatorial Mount Series
SX equatorial mounts are equipped with a completely new type of celestial navigation system, “STAR BOOK,” and the functions contained in Vixen’s German type equatorial mount + automatic go-to system. It is recommended for anyone interested in astronomical observation from beginner observers to veteran astronomers.
SXD Equatorial Mount Series
Mobile equatorial mounts that evolved out of the new-generation SX equatorial mounts. Hardened steel components, strong bearings in every location, have achieved the maximum loading weight of 15kg. This is for those observers or astronomers who want to thoroughly enjoy the ‘deep sky.”
GP2 Equatorial Mount Series
The German-type equatorial mount with a superior functionality provides accuracy and sturdiness. It is available at a reasonable cost since the parts, like polar axis scope and motor drive, are offered as options. It is recommended for someone who does not have a clear idea as to whether he/she would like to focus on observation or try astro-photography as well.
GPD2 Equatorial Mount Series
GPD2 Equatorial Mount is a result of the remarkable improvement in “precision, intensity, durability, and stability” by changing the material and design of GP2 Equatorial Mount without losing its simple-to-use characteristics. This mount, with the maximum weight of 10kg, has a built-in polar axis scope and offers a full range of necessary tools for serious astronomical observation. It is recommended for those considering astronomy as a long-lasting hobby.
New ATLUX Equatorial Mount Series
High-performance equatorial mount series which meet the needs of those who would like to pursue the ultimate joy of astronomical observation including astrophotography and extended observation with a large optical tube. The automatic go-to system with a high precision and auto-tracking features are included in the attached celestial navigation controller STAR BOOK.
Altazimuth-type Telescopes for Beginners
These astronomical telescopes with altazimuth mounts are for beginners and children because of their simple design and ease of use, Viper can be controlled with a Joystick controller as if operating a game player.
STAR-PAL
The freestop-type telescopes which allow beginners to change the direction easily by hand. These lightweight telescopes are suited as a children's first astronomical telescope. Lunar craters, Saturn’s rings, and other wonders of the universe can be seen using the STAR-PAL..
