Vixen Telescope AC 80/910 A80Mf Advanced Polaris AP-SM Starbook One (47807)

The Vixen Telescope AC 80/910 A80Mf Advanced Polaris AP-SM Starbook One is a robust and complete telescope system, perfect for ambitious beginners and experienced observers seeking portability and ease of use. This set features a compact refractor that delivers excellent optics for detailed lunar and planetary observations, all in a sturdy and manageable design. The system includes motorized tracking on the right ascension axis, which is essential for photography and highly convenient for visual observation. A wide range of accessories is available, making this telescope highly expandable to suit your evolving needs.

The Advanced Polaris equatorial mount is lightweight yet precise, equipped with an aluminum gearwheel, 144 teeth, and dual-bearing worm shafts for smooth adjustments. Its adjustable slipper clutch allows you to freely move the telescope and then fine-tune the position with rotary knobs, even when motors are installed. Polar alignment is straightforward with the option to use either a polar finder scope or a compass. The mount is compatible with a variety of accessories for further customization.

The Star Book One controller offers intuitive control over the right ascension and declination axes, with variable tracking speeds for sidereal, lunar, solar, and time-lapse observations. It includes useful features such as backlash compensation, periodic error correction (PEC), an autoguider port, and a built-in red LED for comfortable night-time use. The controller is compact, lightweight, and user-friendly with an English menu and a clear LCD display.

The APP-TL130 tripod is designed for stability and portability, retracting to just 60 cm for easy transport and extending up to 130 cm. The tripod legs have retractable rubber covers to protect floors during indoor use and are compatible with other Vixen mounts.

Specifications

Optics
Type: Refractor
Design: Achromat
Aperture: 80 mm
Focal length: 910 mm
Aperture ratio: f/11.4
Resolving capacity: 1.44 arcseconds
Limiting magnitude: 11.3
Light gathering power: 131
Maximum useful magnification: 160x
Tube length: 860 mm
Tube diameter: 90 mm
Tube weight: 2.5 kg
Tube construction: Full tube

Focuser
Eyepiece connection: 1.25"
Type: Gear rack

Mount
GoTo control: No
Mount type: Equatorial
Load capacity: 6 kg
Battery compartment: Yes
Motors: Stepper motors

Tripod
Weight: 3 kg
Material: Aluminium
Height: 130 cm
Type: Tripod
Colour: Black

Included accessories
Eyepieces: 1.25" PL 20mm, PL 6.3mm
Star diagonal: 1.25", 90°
Finder scope: 6x30
Counterweight: 1 kg

General
Series: Advanced Polaris
Total weight: 9.5 kg

Area of application
Astrophotography: Yes (with appropriate accessories)
Moon & Planets: Yes
Nebulae & galaxies: Yes
Sun: No (only with appropriate Sun filter)
Nature observation: No

Recommended for
Beginners: Yes
Advanced users: No
Observatories: No

Miscellaneous
Battery type: Mignon (AA, LR6), 4 pieces