{"product_id":"qhyccd-polemaster-adapter-for-sx-4-vixen","title":"QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx SX4\/SXD\/SXW\/SX2\/SXD2 Mounts","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts QHY PoleMaster to select Vixen Sphinx mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, and SXD2 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables high-precision electronic polar alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure, model-specific fit\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\u003eQHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx SX4\/SXD\/SXW\/SX2\/SXD2 Mounts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx Mounts is the essential mechanical interface for attaching the PoleMaster electronic polar scope to 5 specific Vixen mounts: the SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, and SXD2. This component provides a secure, purpose-built connection, allowing you to upgrade your mount's polar alignment process from a manual, optical method to a rapid, software-guided digital solution.\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\u003eConnect a PoleMaster to 5 Vixen Sphinx Mount Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter provides the correct mounting point and geometry to securely attach the QHY PoleMaster to the polar axis of your Vixen Sphinx mount. By installing this component, you can replace the standard optical polar scope with a high-precision digital system, achieving accurate polar alignment in minutes from a comfortable standing position while viewing your laptop screen.\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\"\u003eWhich Vixen mounts are compatible with this QHYCCD PoleMaster adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is specifically designed for \u003cstrong\u003e5 Vixen Sphinx models\u003c\/strong\u003e: the SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, and SXD2 mounts. It is not compatible with other Vixen mount series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need this adapter for my Vixen SXD2 mount to use a PoleMaster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The QHY PoleMaster requires a model-specific adapter to physically connect to a mount. This is the correct adapter to use the PoleMaster with a Vixen SXD2 mount, as well as the other supported Sphinx models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this QHYCCD adapter include the PoleMaster itself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this product is only the mechanical adapter. The \u003cstrong\u003eQHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Scope is sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does this adapter install on a Vixen Sphinx mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation typically involves removing the protective cap from the front of the mount's Right Ascension (RA) axis where the optical polar scope is housed. The adapter then threads or bolts into place, providing a secure mounting point for the PoleMaster camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy should I use a PoleMaster with my Vixen SXW mount instead of the built-in polar scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PoleMaster offers significant advantages in speed, accuracy, and comfort. Instead of kneeling and squinting through an optical scope, you can achieve a highly precise polar alignment in just a few minutes by following on-screen instructions on a laptop. This digital method is often more accurate and eliminates issues like reticle focus and illumination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this adapter work with other Vixen mounts like the Advanced Polaris or GP2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This adapter is engineered exclusively for the Vixen Sphinx series (SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, SXD2). Other Vixen mounts, such as the Advanced Polaris (AP), GP2, or SXP, have different mechanical dimensions and require their own specific PoleMaster adapters.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen Sphinx SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, and SXD2 Mounts\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\"\u003ePoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx Mounts\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\/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":52942991655197,"sku":"QHY-020040","price":42.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/QHYCCD-PoleMaster-Adapter-for-Vixen-Sphinx-SX4-SXD-SXW-SX2-SXD2-Mounts-1_c7ea65c3-d393-4361-b33e-e73ac0c55bcd.jpg?v=1789615066","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/qhyccd-polemaster-adapter-for-sx-4-vixen","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}