{"product_id":"qhyccd-polemaster-adapter-for-gp-n-vixen","title":"QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen GP-N Mount","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects QHYCCD PoleMaster to Vixen GP-N Mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables Polar Alignment to 30 Arc Second Accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide 11° x 8° Field of View Simplifies Finding Polaris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows Real-Time Alignment Monitoring via Software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid, Mount-Specific Connection for Stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003ePoleMaster Adapter for Vixen GP-N Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis adapter physically connects the QHYCCD PoleMaster electronic polar scope to your Vixen GP-N mount, enabling a polar alignment process with a precision of up to 30 arc seconds. The PoleMaster system uses a high-sensitivity camera with an 11 by 8 degree field of view to see stars down to 9th magnitude, eliminating the need for a traditional polar scope. Data is transferred to your computer for analysis via a Mini USB2.0 port, allowing you to achieve a near-perfect alignment in under three minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eAchieve 30 Arc Second Polar Alignment in Minutes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis adapter unlocks the primary capability of the PoleMaster for your Vixen GP-N mount: exceptional accuracy without the traditional hassle. The PoleMaster's software calculates the true celestial pole's position and the mount's rotational axis, achieving a fine adjustment accuracy of up to 30 arc seconds. This level of precision, previously requiring tedious drift alignment, is now possible in minutes, directly translating to longer, unguided exposures and more accurate GoTo slewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e11° x 8° FOV: Find Polaris Without Kneeling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe PoleMaster camera features a wide 11° x 8° field of view, making it effortless to locate Polaris and its surrounding stars. Its 9th magnitude sensitivity means you can see stars invisible to the naked eye through a typical polar scope. With this adapter, you perform the entire alignment routine comfortably from your laptop screen, ending the need to kneel in the dark or strain to see faint reticle patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eReal-Time Monitoring for Alignment That Lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eOnce aligned, the PoleMaster can remain active, providing a live view of your polar alignment. If you accidentally bump the mount or notice drift beginning to affect your images, you can make immediate, small corrections without having to restart the entire process. This continuous monitoring ensures the 30 arc second accuracy you started with is maintained throughout your imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003ePoleMaster vs. Traditional Polar Scopes: A Workflow Revolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eUsing a traditional polar scope on a Vixen GP-N mount is a time-tested but often frustrating process. This adapter, paired with the PoleMaster, fundamentally changes that workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Polar Scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires you to kneel or crouch, physically look through a small aperture, dark-adapt your eyes, and manually set the date, time, and longitude on a reticle. The mount must be leveled, and the view can be obstructed by the telescope itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoleMaster with this Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entire process is done on a laptop screen. No kneeling, no dark adaptation, no setting circles. The software handles all calculations, and leveling the mount is no longer a prerequisite for accurate alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this PoleMaster adapter include the PoleMaster camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo, this product is the \u003cstrong\u003eadapter only\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is designed to connect the QHYCCD PoleMaster electronic polar scope (sold separately) to a Vixen GP-N equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this adapter fit my Vixen Great Polaris (GP) or Super Polaris (SP) mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis adapter is specifically designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eVixen GP-N mount\u003c\/strong\u003e. While other Vixen mounts may have similar polar bores, compatibility is not guaranteed. You should verify the mounting interface on your specific mount before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the PoleMaster adapter improve imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with my Vixen GP-N?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBy enabling a polar alignment with up to \u003cstrong\u003e30 arc second accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e, this adapter allows your Vixen GP-N to track celestial objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with far greater precision. This minimizes field rotation and star trailing, allowing for longer unguided sub-exposures and producing sharper, more detailed final images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the PoleMaster adapter to align my Vixen GP-N mount during twilight for imaging planets like Jupiter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The PoleMaster's camera has a sensitivity down to 9th magnitude, far greater than the human eye. This allows it to detect Polaris and other alignment stars well before the sky is fully dark, letting you achieve a perfect polar alignment during twilight and be ready to image Jupiter as soon as it's visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat software do I need to use with the PoleMaster and this adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou will need the \u003cstrong\u003eQHYCCD PoleMaster Calibration Software\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is available for download from the QHYCCD website. The software runs on a computer and connects to the PoleMaster camera via its Mini USB2.0 Port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I still need to perfectly level my Vixen GP-N mount when using the PoleMaster adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo, one of the major advantages of the PoleMaster system is that it does not require the mount to be perfectly level. The software calculates the center of the RA axis rotation regardless of the mount's level, simplifying your field setup significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoleMaster Mount Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen GP-N Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:center; padding-top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eQHYCCD PoleMaster Specifications (Required, Sold Separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 degrees x 8 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDown to 9th Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoarse Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~5 arc minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine Adjustment Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 30 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputer Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini USB2.0 Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQHYCCD PoleMaster Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e106g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-volatile EEPROM for calibration data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/qhyccd-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQHYCCD Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"QHYCCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942991851805,"sku":"QHY-020041","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/qhyccd-polemaster-adapter-for-gp-n-vixen","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}