Vixen A80MF 80mm (3.2") Achromatic Refractor Optical Tube Assembly with GP2 Mount, Hal 130 Tripod & Starbook S

Vixen A80MF is a 80mm Optical Tube Assembly with GP2 Mount. The GP2 mount that, once aligned to Polaris, will help keep the movement of the stars centered in your field of view. A first step in becoming an amateur astronomer is understanding the movement of the stars as our Earth rotates.

It is upgradeable and expandable, to the new Starbook S Go-To system coupled with the versatility of the A80Mf Achromatic Refractor optical tube, amateur astronomers will spend countless hours of enjoyable observing. The GP2 equatorial mount comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. The declination and right-ascension functions with 144-tooth aluminum worm gears allowing accurate tracking.

Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0° to 62° in altitude. Optional single axis or dual axis motors and controllers are available as is a polar alignment telescope and setting circles.