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Player One FHD-OAG MINI

Player One FHD-OAG MINI

by Player One
SKU POA-OAG-MINI
CA$264.00 - CA$264.00
CA$264.00
CA$264.00 - CA$264.00
CA$264.00
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  • 8x14mm Pick-off Prism
  • 16:9 Aspect Ratio for FHD Sensors
  • Optimized for Ares and Xena Series Cameras
  • Designed for Player One Filter Drawer MINI
  • Compatible with Player One Phoenix 8x1.25 Filter Wheel
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  • Player One FHD-OAG MINI

    The 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.

    8x14mm Prism: Optimized for 16:9 Guide Sensors

    The 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.

    With 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.

    Designed for Phoenix 8x1.25 Wheels and MINI Filter Drawers

    This 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.

    The 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.

  • What is the benefit of the 8x14mm prism in the Player One FHD-OAG MINI?

    The large 8x14mm prism 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.

    Which cameras are compatible with the Player One FHD-OAG MINI?

    The FHD-OAG MINI is officially supported for use with Player One's Ares series and other planetary cameras used for guiding. It is confirmed to provide a non-vignetted guiding image for the Xena-M camera.

    Will the Player One FHD-OAG MINI work with my filter wheel?

    Yes, the FHD-OAG MINI is specifically designed for integration with the Player One Phoenix 8x1.25 Filter Wheel and the Player One Filter Drawer MINI. This allows you to guide using the full spectrum of light before it passes through your LRGB or narrowband filters.

    Why does the Player One FHD-OAG MINI use a 16:9 aspect ratio prism?

    Many modern CMOS sensors used in guide cameras have a 16:9 "widescreen" format. 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.

    How does the 8mm prism height of the FHD-OAG MINI help with guiding?

    The short 8mm height 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.

    Is the Player One FHD-OAG MINI a good choice for my Ares-C camera?

    Yes. The FHD-OAG MINI is an excellent match for cameras in the Ares series. It provides a robust guiding solution that integrates perfectly into a compact Player One imaging train, ensuring sharp, round stars in your final images.

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