Vixen Sphinx SXW Mount with HAL110 Tripod MT-SX-2510 is an outstanding computerized mount for all-level of observer. For the ultimate in both GOTO technology and an Vixen equatorial mount, the Vixen SPHINX equatorial mount MTSX2502 and STAR BOOK controller, make a formidable combination. The stylish Vixen Sphinx equatorial mount MT-SX2502 comes standard with built in motors and the world's first star chart go-to controller with full color LCD display, STAR BOOK. The Vixen STAR BOOK is easy to use and makes the Vixen SPHINX mount available to a wide range of ages and experience levels.

In addition to lower price, Vixen Sphinx Tripod now comes with new improved functionality:

• Screen zoom indicator
• Home position return
• Increased compatibility with Software Bisque's TheSky6 program

This version of the Vixen Sphinx/STARBOOK mount includes the special Vixen HAL 110 tripod, designed specifically for the Vixen Sphinx mount.

Features and specifications the SPHINX equatorial mount:

• 180-tooth worm gears for fine full circle motion
• built in DC servo motors for improved polar axis rotation and reduced need for heavy counterweights
• up to 5-deg/sec slewing
• retractable counterweight shaft provides easy storage and transportation
• standard Vixen dovetail bracket for attachment of telescopes
• maximum 22 pound load capacity for a wide range of optical tubes
• power: 12V, center pin positive, works with portable sources
• telescopes mount securely with locking bolt and safety screw system on standard dovetails
• screen zoom indicator
• home position return
• increased compatibility with Software Bisque's TheSky6 program

Features and specifications of the STAR BOOK controller:

• Screen zoom indicator
• Home position return
• Increased compatibility with Software Bisque's TheSky6 program
• Large color liquid crystal display. (4.7 inch, 320x420 pixels, STN, 4096 colors)
• High Speed Internal CPU (32 bit RISC processor, 75MHz, 8MB SDRAM, 4MB Flash ROM upgradeable)
• Zoom-In/Out buttons for the color star chart display also control the motor speed. As you zoom in closer to an
• Object on the display, the motor speed becomes finer and as you zoom out, the motor speed increases to cover larger distances.
• Features/menu options displayed on the large color screen and are navigated with buttons on the controller.
• Large astronomical database that maps 22,725 celestial objects.
• LAN Port within the controller for flash upgrades.
• Compatibility with SBIG ST auto guiders
• STAR BOOK controller can be used as a stand alone star atlas from anywhere, anytime.

Features and specifications of the Vixen HAL-110 tripod:

• Designed specifically for the Sphinx mount
• Heavy-duty aluminum construction
• Extends from 70cm to 110cm
• Weighs 11 lbs.

Package Contents:

• Vixen Sphinx mount with 1.9kg counterweight
• Vixen STARBOOK Goto
• Vixen HAL 110 tripod

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