Vixen Skypod Altazimuth Mount without Tripod

Catalog description

Vixen Skypod Altazimuth Mount without Tripod, part number VIX200, is a discontinued product from the 2007–2011 catalog. It was last listed at $899.00, up from a low of $799.00.

The Skypod is a unique portable alt-azimuth computer controlled Go To mount that evolved from the very successful Vixen Sphinx mount. The Skypod incorporates a compact computer controlled Alt-Az system that automatically slews the telescope from one object to another. The 22000 plus object data base provides an endless variety of object to view and is upgradeable.

This new and portable GoTo travel mount uses the modified Starbook S hand controller that offers the same practical user concept of the Sphinx controller. A display shows you a map of the sky so that you always know where you are.

The controller is integrated into the mount. You can take it off for remote control but you can always put it back for safe storage and transport. This means that for transport you can avoid all the separate small parts that are otherwise easily lost.

Because the Skypod it is based on Vixens flexible mounting system a wide variety of telescopes will easily and quickly attach to this mount. Skypod provides good portability combined with ease of use and versatility. Newly developed and sturdy alt-azimuth GoTo mount Electrical slow motion control in both axes Integrated Starbook S controller can be taken out for cable-remote control Internal battery compartment (batteries not included) or 12V external power supply possible Telescope connection by Vixen dovetail saddle plate A telescope is installed onto the Skypod by means of an optional Dovetail Plate which slips into the saddle on the elevation fork tine.

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