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Complete ADD-ON computer GoTo system.
Precission drives, vast library of objects, display of sky on hand held monochrome hand held computer. Runs off batteries or optional power supply. Contains all parts and can be easily fitted in a few minutes to any of the following mountings:
Vixen GP-E
Vixen GP-2
Vixen GP
Vixen GP-DX
Vixen SP
Skywatcher EQ4
Skywatcher EQ5
Skypod Computer Goto Drives
"Go To" control with integrated star map and LCD monitor
Cirrus Logic CS89712 32 bit RISC processor for fast computing speed (as on STAR BOOK)
74 MHz ARM720TDMI core performance matches that of a 100-MHz Intel Pentium based PC
Twisted Nematic 2.6 inch (66 mm) Monochromatic LCD display
Resolution of 160 x 160 (25,600 pixels)
Panel brightness and contrast are adjustable
Integrated audio speaker with volume control
Port connecting Star Book Type S to Mount is Modular 8 pin (RJ45) with straight through wiring (pin 1 to 1 etc.)
Innovative and intuitive easy to navigate GUI menu structure
Automated target acquisition and tracking
Continuously updated position and coordinates of object in 0.1 (arc minute) increment
Database contains 22,725 objects, more than enough to keep you looking for years to come
Stars: 17,635 brighter than Magnitude 7.0
Messier Objects: 110
NGC & IC catalog objects: 4,980 brighter than Magnitude 14.0
Planets, Moon, and Sun
Standard LAN Port 10 BASE-T Ethernet Port for fast communication directly with a PC by means of an Ethernet Crossover Cable and for firmware updates
LAN Port communicates with a network via a Ethernet Cable into a Hub or Router
LAN Port communicates with a directly with a PC by means of an Ethernet Crossover Cable
Firmware is upgradable by the user so that it will be possible to add new free or payware features including Periodic Error Correction, optional Backlash Compensation, and compatibility with most autoguiding CCD systems.
Modular 6 pin (RJ12) Autoguider Port. By changing in internal dip switch can be configured to operate as a conventional SBIG TIC compatible port or with the Vixen AGA-1 autoguider.
Price: £520
