{"title":"Diviseurs optiques Player One FHD-OAG","description":"\u003cp\u003eLes diviseurs optiques Player One FHD-OAG prélèvent la lumière en bord du faisceau principal à l'aide d'un prisme, si bien que la caméra de guidage voit à travers le même télescope que la caméra d'imagerie. La flexion d'une lunette guide n'entre donc plus en jeu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLe FHD-OAG MAX convient aux grands capteurs et aux trains optiques plus longs, le FHD-OAG MINI reste compact pour les petites caméras, et un adaptateur M68 permet de raccorder le MAX à des filetages plus larges.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"player-one-m68-adapter-for-fhd-oag-max","title":"Player One M68 Adapter for FHD-OAG MAX","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects Player One FHD-OAG MAX to M68x1 Threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM68x1 Female Thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a Secure, Rigid Connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates Potential Flexure in the Imaging Train\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned Specifically for the FHD-OAG MAX\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\u003ePlayer One M68 Adapter for FHD-OAG MAX\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Player One M68 Adapter for FHD-OAG MAX creates a secure, threaded connection between your off-axis guider and any telescope or flattener equipped with a male M68x1 thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSecure Your Imaging Train with the M68x1 Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is the purpose-built link for integrating the Player One FHD-OAG MAX into imaging trains that use the M68x1 thread standard. Directly and rigidly attach your off-axis guider to compatible field flatteners, reducers, or focusers, eliminating the potential for flexure from less secure connection methods. The female M68x1 thread ensures a precise fit with your existing M68 male-threaded accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the Player One M68 Adapter for FHD-OAG MAX used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is designed to connect the \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer One FHD-OAG MAX\u003c\/strong\u003e to a telescope, field flattener, or reducer that has a male \u003cstrong\u003eM68x1 thread\u003c\/strong\u003e. It provides a secure, rigid attachment point for your off-axis guider within the imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I connect my Player One FHD-OAG MAX to my refractor's M68 focuser?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the exact component you need. The adapter's female M68x1 threads screw directly onto the male M68 threads of your focuser's drawtube, providing the correct mechanical interface to mount the FHD-OAG MAX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the thread specifications for this FHD-OAG MAX adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter features a female \u003cstrong\u003eM68x1 thread\u003c\/strong\u003e on the telescope side. The other side has a proprietary connection designed to mate perfectly with the Player One FHD-OAG MAX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this Player One M68 adapter with a ZWO M68 OAG?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This adapter is specifically designed for the mechanical interface and body of the Player One FHD-OAG MAX. It will not provide a secure or correct connection for off-axis guiders from other manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a field flattener with an M68x1 output thread. Will this adapter work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a primary application for the adapter. It allows you to thread your FHD-OAG MAX directly and securely onto the field flattener, ensuring a rigid imaging train for sharp, guided exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this the same as a generic M68 to M48 adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. While one side is a standard M68x1 female thread, the other side is a specific mounting interface for the Player One FHD-OAG MAX. It is not a standard M48 or other universal thread type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTelescope Side Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM68x1 Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlayer One FHD-OAG MAX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eM68 Adapter for FHD-OAG MAX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/player-one-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlayer One 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Player One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51002314064157,"sku":"POA-M68-RING","price":41.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/POA-M68-RING-1.jpg?v=1772673979"},{"product_id":"player-one-fhd-oag-max","title":"Player One FHD-OAG MAX","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 8mm x 14mm Pick-off Prism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide 16:9 Format Matches Modern Guide Sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Player One MAX Filter Drawer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Poseidon, Zeus, and Artemis Series Cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized to eliminate vignetting with the Xena-M Camera\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\u003eDownloads\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\u003ePlayer One FHD-OAG MAX Off-Axis Guider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Player One FHD-OAG MAX is an off-axis guider built around a large 8mm x 14mm prism to maximize guide star availability for large-sensor cameras. Its rectangular prism provides a field close to a 16:9 format, matching the sensor shape of modern guide cameras and increasing the odds of capturing a suitable star without rotating the assembly. The prism's 8mm height allows it to intercept more light from the telescope's optical path, a critical advantage for reliable guiding with Player One's Poseidon, Zeus, and Artemis series cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8x14mm Prism: A 16:9 Format for Wide Guide Fields\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core of the FHD-OAG MAX is its oversized 8mm x 14mm pick-off prism. This rectangular shape creates a wide field of view for your guide camera, significantly increasing the probability of finding a bright guide star in any target area. The prism's dimensions, approximating a 16:9 aspect ratio, are a perfect match for the wide-format CMOS sensors used in many modern guide cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an 8mm prism height, the FHD-OAG MAX can be positioned closer to the center of the light path. This allows it to gather more light and produce brighter guide stars, especially in systems with fast focal ratios where the light cone is steep. This design is specifically engineered to deliver a fully illuminated, non-vignetted image to the Player One Xena-M camera, ensuring your guiding is precise and consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for the Player One Ecosystem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis OAG is not a generic accessory; it is engineered for seamless integration with the Player One imaging system. The FHD-OAG MAX is designed to connect directly with the Player One Filter Drawer MAX and Phoenix series filter wheels (7x36mm, 7x2\", 7x50mm, and 5x2\"), ensuring correct spacing and a rigid connection without third-party adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the recommended off-axis guider for Player One's large-format cooled cameras, including the Poseidon, Zeus, and Artemis series. By creating a fully integrated imaging train with Player One components, you eliminate potential sources of flexure and tilt, leading to sharper stars across the entire field of your main imaging camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the Player One FHD-OAG MAX different from other OAGs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary difference is its large, rectangular \u003cstrong\u003e8mm x 14mm prism\u003c\/strong\u003e. This provides a wide, 16:9 format field of view that is better suited for finding guide stars with modern CMOS guide cameras compared to smaller, square prisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich Player One cameras is the FHD-OAG MAX designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FHD-OAG MAX is optimized for Player One's large-format cooled cameras. This includes the \u003cstrong\u003ePoseidon series, Zeus series, and Artemis series\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is also confirmed to provide a non-vignetted guide field for the \u003cstrong\u003eXena-M camera\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the FHD-OAG MAX with a Player One filter wheel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is designed for direct integration. The FHD-OAG MAX is compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer One Filter Drawer MAX\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003ePhoenix series filter wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the 7x36mm, 7x2\", 7x50mm, and 5x2\" models. This ensures correct back focus and a secure mechanical connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the FHD-OAG MAX help with finding guide stars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large \u003cstrong\u003e14mm width\u003c\/strong\u003e of the prism creates a larger search area for your guide camera. This means you are more likely to find a suitable guide star within the field of view without having to rotate your entire imaging train to hunt for one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the FHD-OAG MAX vignette my guide camera sensor in a fast telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OAG is designed to minimize vignetting. Because the \u003cstrong\u003e8mm prism height\u003c\/strong\u003e allows it to sit closer to the optical axis, it can intercept the light cone more effectively, even in faster systems. It is specifically noted to provide a \"no vignetting result\" when paired with the Player One Xena-M camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a Player One Artemis-M Pro camera and a Phoenix 7x36mm wheel. Is the FHD-OAG MAX the right choice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. The Player One FHD-OAG MAX is the ideal choice for that combination. It is built to integrate perfectly with both the Artemis series cameras and the Phoenix 7x36mm filter wheel, creating a rigid and correctly spaced imaging train for autoguiding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm x 14mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 16:9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoseidon, Zeus, Artemis series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Accessory Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Drawer MAX, Phoenix Filter Wheels (7x36\/7x2\/7x50\/5x2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003ePlayer One FHD-OAG MAX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/player-one-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlayer One 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Player One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51112116257053,"sku":"POA-OAG-MAX","price":278.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Player-One-FHD-OAG-MAX.png?v=1775159685"},{"product_id":"player-one-fhd-oag-mini","title":"Player One FHD-OAG MINI","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x14mm Pick-off Prism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16:9 Aspect Ratio for FHD Sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for Ares and Xena Series Cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Player One Filter Drawer MINI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Player One Phoenix 8x1.25 Filter Wheel\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\u003ePlayer One FHD-OAG MINI\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Player One FHD-OAG MINI uses an oversized 8x14mm prism to fully illuminate modern guide cameras without vignetting. Its 16:9 aspect ratio is a perfect match for FHD sensors, while the short 8mm prism height allows it to intercept more light from the optical path for brighter, more reliable guide stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8x14mm Prism: Optimized for 16:9 Guide Sensors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core of the FHD-OAG MINI is its large 8x14mm pick-off prism. This design provides an illumination area that closely matches the 16:9 aspect ratio of modern CMOS guide sensors, ensuring the entire sensor is used effectively for finding and locking onto guide stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an 8mm prism height, the pick-off mirror can be positioned closer to the center of the optical axis to gather more light. This is critical for finding suitable guide stars, especially when imaging through narrowband filters or in star-poor regions of the sky. This design ensures a bright, vignette-free view for guide cameras like the Player One Xena-M.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Phoenix 8x1.25 Wheels and MINI Filter Drawers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Off-Axis Guider is engineered to integrate seamlessly into the Player One accessory ecosystem. It is specifically designed for use with the Player One Filter Drawer MINI and the Phoenix 8x1.25 filter wheel, creating a compact and rigid imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FHD-OAG MINI is the ideal guiding solution for Player One's Ares and planetary camera series. By placing the guider in front of the filters, it ensures that the guide camera receives the maximum amount of light possible, independent of which filter is being used for the main exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the 8x14mm prism in the Player One FHD-OAG MINI?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large \u003cstrong\u003e8x14mm prism\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a wide field of view for your guide camera, making it easier to find suitable guide stars. Its 16:9 aspect ratio is specifically designed to match modern Full-HD guide sensors, preventing vignetting and ensuring the entire sensor is illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich cameras are compatible with the Player One FHD-OAG MINI?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FHD-OAG MINI is officially supported for use with Player One's \u003cstrong\u003eAres series\u003c\/strong\u003e and other \u003cstrong\u003eplanetary cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e used for guiding. It is confirmed to provide a non-vignetted guiding image for the \u003cstrong\u003eXena-M\u003c\/strong\u003e camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Player One FHD-OAG MINI work with my filter wheel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the FHD-OAG MINI is specifically designed for integration with the \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer One Phoenix 8x1.25 Filter Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer One Filter Drawer MINI\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows you to guide using the full spectrum of light before it passes through your LRGB or narrowband filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy does the Player One FHD-OAG MINI use a 16:9 aspect ratio prism?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany modern CMOS sensors used in guide cameras have a \u003cstrong\u003e16:9 \"widescreen\" format\u003c\/strong\u003e. A matching 16:9 prism ensures that light is delivered to the entire sensor surface, maximizing the available field for finding guide stars and preventing the corners of the sensor from being dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the 8mm prism height of the FHD-OAG MINI help with guiding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short \u003cstrong\u003e8mm height\u003c\/strong\u003e allows the prism to be positioned closer to the main optical axis without shadowing the primary imaging sensor. This lets it intercept a brighter portion of the light cone, resulting in brighter guide stars and more reliable guiding, particularly with longer focal length telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Player One FHD-OAG MINI a good choice for my Ares-C camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FHD-OAG MINI is an excellent match for cameras in the \u003cstrong\u003eAres series\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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