Iconic Design
The Leica TRINOVID 10x40 binoculars are a tribute to the iconic glass of the 1960s. Shapely, slim and elegant in classic binocular design featuring black leather, they are a statement and a timeless accessory.

Modern Premium Optics
The precise, powerful premium optics give you an impressive overview, while intuitive operation ensure that you can comfortably observe even the smallest details. The latest glass types and coatings guarantee brilliant, natural colours and high-contrast and bright images from edge to edge.

Made for Generations
Protected by an ultra-light aluminum housing and state-of-the-art materials, the Leica TRINOVID 10x40 binoculars are rugged, weatherproof and splash-proof. They are up to any challenge, even under harsh conditions, making them the perfect companion for trips, on hiking tours, or at events.

The Essentials:

• Iconic design, sleek and elegant with classic black leather trim
• Modern premium optics for impressive viewing experiences with brilliant, natural colors and high-contrast, bright images
• High quality and durable aluminum housing
• Outstanding overview thanks to the largest field of view with high edge sharpness
• More details can be seen even at dusk
• Quiet, shake-free overview of the scenery

The Sky-Watcher EQ8-Rh provides the next generation of Sky-Watcher’s popular high capacity mount, the EQ8.

The R models offer a refined design to allow for better balance and more modern features to cater to today’s high end imagers.

PLEASE NOTE - this model does not included a Sky-Watcher pier. This will need to be purchased separately or the mount installed on a permanent pier mount.

• • USB 3.0 USB hub (4 ports)
  • 2.1mm Power port (3 ports)
  • 3 serial ports on the back of the saddle
  • The EQ8-Rh features built-in cable management. This removes cable drag from hanging cables and reduces the risk of cables getting caught during imaging session. This capability also improves the mounts capabilities for remote use.

DESCRIPTION

The EQ8-Rh provides the next generation of Sky-Watcher’s popular high capacity mount, the EQ8.

The R models offer a refined design to allow for better balance and more modern features to cater to today’s high end imagers.

Built-in cable management

• • • USB 3.0 USB hub (4 ports)
    • 2.1mm Power port (3 ports)
    • 3 serial ports on the back of the saddle
    • The EQ8-Rh features built-in cable management. This removes cable drag from hanging cables and reduces the risk of cables getting caught during imaging session. This capability also improves the mounts capabilities for remote use.

The built-in USB 3.0 hub allows you to simply plug in your camera, guider, filter wheel and other USB accessories into the hub below the saddle plate and connect them using a single USB cable plugged into the rear of the mount. No more tangled mess of cabled hanging or need for multiple cables running around the mount.

Another addition to the cable management system is the three built-in 2.1mm ports situated next to the USB hub. This allows your accessories to also be powered through the mount. This reduces the need for multiple power adapters and other accessories. The ports can be run off of a single power source providing a cleaner set up and less cables.

On the gear of the saddle are three serial ports for various accessories such as ST4 guide cables and other serial based accessories. Like the rest of the cable management this reduces the hanging cables and provide a neat connection to the mount.

Motor Positioning

EQ8-RH feature improved balance from their predecessor with redeposited motor housings. This improve the mount’s balance over all.

Belt Drive

Both mounts feature belt drive on both the RA and Dec axis. This allows for smoother guiding and reduced backlash.

Auto-Home

EQ8-RH feature built-in homing sensors. This allows the mount to know its positioning more accurately from its start positioning.

Improved Clutches

The EQ8-RH models feature improved clutches allowing for sturdier lock under heavy loads. Simply use the large levers to engage or disengage the axis of choice. The clutch lever are larger than the original EQ8 making it easier to adjust with gloves.

PC Direct Connect

EQ8-RH also feature the new PC direct connect feature. Now you can easily connect your mount to your computer without the need of a hand controller. When paired with the SynScan Pro app. for Windows the mount can be aligned and controlled direct from a PC. This makes imaging refined and easier, especially for those with permanent set ups.

EQ8-Rh On-Axis Encoder

The EQ8-RH takes a step further with all the listed features above but adds a higher level of precision. The Rh (h for High Res.) features an on-Axis Renishaw TONic incremental, 11.8 million tick, encoder on the RA axis. This allows the mount to have extremely precise tracking and guiding for long exposure imaging. With the encoder built onto the RA axis this removes periodic error to nearly zero in RA with an accuracy of 0.11 arc-seconds! The EQ8-Rh offers a pro level mount for the series astro imager.

EQ8-RH Mount Specifications

Our new high-performance SBIG Aluma CCD 814 camera offers capabilities and features not available in any other scientific-grade imaging camera. This lightweight (1kg) and compact (114mm x 114mm x 102mm with handles) camera includes two-stage cooling, USB 2.0 interface, ultra-reliable even-illumination shutter, and fast low-noise readout.

The SBIG Aluma CCD 814 supports a wide range of accessories, including the 8-position FW8S-Aluma filter wheel with micron-level filter positioning, StarChaser SC-2 off-axis guide camera, and AO-8A Adaptive Optics accessory.

The SBIG Aluma CCD 814 has a high-sensitivity, low-noise 9 megapixel CCD sensor with 3.69-micron pixels. It is ideal for taking high spatial resolution, long-duration exposures with minimal amp glow, dark current, and noise. It also includes the ability to perform high ratio analog binning, which is important for applications such as spectroscopy.

SBIG Aluma CCD 814 is a new generation of research cameras tuned for even better performance. Over two years of collaboration with university researchers helped us bring you an enhanced new Aluma CCD series that represent the best value in a high-performance mid-sized 16-bit CCD detector. We have carefully refined the camera electronics for improved performance, minimum amp glow, and low noise. Using SONY’s best-in-class CCDs, you’ll get the precision and ultra-clean images of a CCD with the sensitivity of CMOS technology.

Aluma CCD814 – Incredible Sensitivity

The ICX-814 CCD is one of the best optical sensors ever produced, with a peak quantum efficiency of over 75%, very broad spectral sensitivity, and extraordinary blue sensitivity. It also has very low read noise, a large dynamic range, and an extremely low dark current. This combination of high sensitivity and very low noise means you get cleaner, deeper images – faster.

Aluma CCD Features include:

• High-performance CCD imaging sensors currently manufactured by SONY and Teledyne E2V
• Lightweight, compact design
• Centered optical axis for optimum instrument balance
• Ultra-reliable even-illumination (photometric) mechanical shutter
• USB 2.0 interface
• Full frame image buffering eliminates readout artifacts
• 2-Stage TE cooling with typical -50C from ambient
• Twin variable speed fans with SmartCooling^TM technology
• High accuracy temperature regulation
• Built-in RBI Pre-flash (full frame front-illuminated sensors only)
• External TTL trigger inputs and output
• Included 110V / 220V power supply and optional 12VDC operation
• User-rechargeable desiccant plug
• Built-in 1/4-20 tripod mount
• Support for high precision 8-position filter wheels
• Works with StarChaser SC-2 off-axis guide camera and AO-8A adaptive optics
• Bulletproof firmware update capability – virtually impossible to “brick”

Advanced Software Included

All Aluma CCD models ship with MaxIm LT for Windows – a special version of MaxIm DL specific to our cameras. Aluma CCD also supports third-party applications through ASCOM and native drivers.

Compact and Lightweight Design

Aluma CCD cameras measure just 114mm x 114mm x 102mm with handles (89mm without handles) and weigh just 1 kg(2.2 lbs).

Mechanical Shutter

The SBIG Aluma CCD 814 has electronic shuttering, allowing a minimum exposure of just 0.001s. In addition, it has a high-reliability mechanical shutter, which facilitates accurate dark/bias calibration frames.

High-Performance ICX-814 Image Sensor

The SBIG Aluma CCD 814 uses the popular 9-megapixel SONY ICX-814ALG sensor. This sensor has 3388 x 2712 pixels at 3.69 microns square, for a 12.48 mm x 9.98 mm chip size.

This is a high-sensitivity interline CCD sensor with an extremely low dark current and very low read noise. Combining this high-performance sensor with Aluma CCD’s high cooling performance and low readout noise results in exceptionally clean images.

This sensor includes microlens technology that concentrates light on the sensitive area of each pixel. The CCD’s sensitivity peaks in the center of the visible spectrum at 550 nm, and maintains high sensitivity throughout the visible spectrum. The ICX-814 is particularly good in blue compared to other sensors on the market.

SmartCooling^TM

All Aluma CCD cameras include our powerful new SmartCooling technology. The two-stage cooler, powerful fans, and advanced heat sink designed using thermal flow simulation combine to produce a typical cooling delta from an ambient of -50C. This is quite a feat considering the Aluma CCD’s very compact and lightweight package.

SmartCooling automatically adjusts the fan speed to optimize cooler performance and power consumption. The camera’s firmware is constantly monitoring the sensor and heat sink temperatures and controlling the cooler power. When full cooling power is needed – when ramping down or running near full power – the fans ramp up to their maximum speed, resulting in the strongest possible cooling. When less cooling power is needed the fans automatically slow to reduce noise levels and power consumption. SmartCooling also prevents any possibility of overheating by backing off power if the heat sink gets too hot – so you don’t need to worry if your camera is baking in a hot observatory during the day.

Advanced Software Included

All SBIG cameras come with our MaxIm LT software – a $200 value! MaxIm LT is a special version of our venerable MaxIm DL software that provides complete control of your camera, filter wheel, and autoguider, plus advanced image processing capabilities. If you wish you can upgrade to MaxIm DL Pro to get complete observatory integration and even more processing and analysis capabilities.

Included Accessories

Each Aluma CCD camera package includes:

• MaxIm LT software – please use this form to request your license
• Deluxe carrying case
• Universal power supply (110V / 220V, 50-60 Hz)
• 2″ Nosepiece adapter
• USB flash drive containing software, drivers, and documentation
• 15 foot (4.5 m) USB cable

Optional Micron-Precision Filter Wheel

The optional FW8S-Aluma 8-position filter wheel includes a positive centering mechanism that precisely centers each filter in the exact same position every time. This single-pixel accuracy completely eliminates ghost images of dust spots and other artifacts after flat-fielding.

Positive detent mechanism provides single-pixel filter position accuracy

Precision flat-fielding with utlra-accurate indexing

The above left image shows a dust spot on the filters. A flat-field calibration frame was taken, then the filter wheel was rotated several times before taking a second picture, which was flat-field calibrated, above right. No evidence of the dust spot is visible. This high precision results in the highest quality images and excellent photometric accuracy.

The Aluma wheel holds standard 36 mm filters, and inserts are available for 1-1/4″ filters, which are suitable for smaller format CCD sensors.

The Aluma filter wheel replaces the camera’s front plate, resulting in the minimum possible back-focus, ensuring that the camera / filter wheel combination will reach focus on the widest possible variety of optical systems.

Optional StarChaser SC-2 Off-Axis Guide Camera

For astronomical imaging the Aluma CCD series works the StarChaser SC-2 Off-Axis Guide Camera. This provides reliable guiding with no impact from optical train flexure. It also supports the operation of the optional AO-8A Adaptive Optics accessory.

Optional AO-8A Adaptive Optics

All Aluma CCD models can operate with the AO-8A Adaptive Optics accessory. The AO-8A uses a tip-tilt window to quickly and precisely adjust the image position in response to autoguider feedback. With Adaptive Optics there is no backlash, stiction, or lag, and the movements are extremely precise and accurate. This allows the AO-8A to not only remove the effects of periodic error, drift, and wind gusts, but also reduce the effects of atmospheric seeing

Aluma CCD 814 Instruction Manual

The PROSTAFF 5 Fieldscopes are entry models of Nikon Fieldscopes and successors of the Spotting Scope RA III series. The PROSTAFF 5 Fieldscope main bodies are about 20% lighter than the current RA III spotting scopes.

The Nikon PROSTAFF 5 Fieldscope 82-A represents the basic models of Nikon 's Fieldscope series of monoculars and the successor to the RA III series. The bodies of the Fieldscope PROSTAFF 5 monoculars are 20% lighter than the currently used RA III monoculars. The new lens with eyepiece zoom minimizes color defects at the edge of the field of view and offers a large hanging exit pupil for comfortable observation. Three types of eyepiece lenses with digiscoping compatibility which connect to a wide variety of COOLPIX-series compact digital cameras, by using the FSB-series Digital Camera Bracket.

The Nikon SEP-20-60 Eyepiece for PROSTAFF 5 Fieldscope offers exceptional detailed observation with its fully multilayer-coated lenses and adjustable 20-60x magnification. Compatible with all PROSTAFF 5 Fieldscopes, this eyepiece is ideal for those who wear eyeglasses, with its long eye relief design. Its bayonet mount with lock ensures easy attachment and release, and it is also water-resistant when attached to the Fieldscope body.

Visit BINTEL for a personal demonstration of this premium ZEISS viewing experience

The world of nature and birding is already truly fascinating when observed with the naked eye. But viewing it through a Victory® Harpia transforms into an entirely new experience.

The unusual optical system features a 3× wide-angle zoom, up to 70× magnification and an objective lens diameter of 95 millimetres. The extremely wide fields of view prove their worth in every situation. The Harpia 95 also features precise focusing with convenient automatic transition from rapid to fine adjustment, even at high magnification factors.

Thanks to its unique, 72° wide-angle field of view throughout the entire 3× zoom range, the unrivalled dynamic of the Victory Harpia guarantees superior performance at long or short distances in every unexpected viewing situation. DualSpeed Focus enables fast focusing and easy, precise, fine focus adjustment, even at high magnification factors.

Elaborate lens system

FL glass and other custom glass ensure an absolutely sharp and colour fidelity image even at maximum magnification.

Subjective 72° angle of vision over the entire zoom range for a noticeably greater overview of the terrain

A clear view, whatever the weather

There are always exciting things to be seen in the world of nature – even in wet weather. This is why ZEISS developed LotuTec®. A coating for the lenses of binoculars and spotting scopes that enables a clear and unhindered view in all weather conditions.

DualSpeed focus

Precise focussing with automatic switching between rapid and fine adjustment.

Compact high performance eyepiece

Slim construction for a comfortable viewing experience. Securely lockable bayonet mount.

ZEISS T* Coating

ZEISS T* coating is a guarantee of the brilliant, high-contrast images­­ which you will experience above all in adverse light conditions and in the twilight. Behind it, however, there is no specific formula for building up the layers. Instead, it is a technology that is constantly adjusted to suit new glass materials and requirements, which varies from lens to lens.

Specifications

The Bintel Premium Solar System Observer Bundle is designed for serious planetary and lunar observation. It includes:

Telescope Accessories:

• Bintel GSO ND96 13% Moon Filter 1.25" (Density 0.9)

• Bintel Planetary Filter (1.25") – #47 Violet

• Saxon Cielo HD 1.25" ED Eyepiece – 6.5mm

Astronomical Maps & Observing Guides:

• Orion Mars Map and Observing Guide

• Orion Jupiter Map and Observing Guide

• Orion Saturn Map and Observing Guide

• Orion Moon Map 260 – Explore the Lunar Surface

Saxon Cielo HD 1.25" ED Eyepiece – 6.5mm

The Bintel Premium Solar System Observer Bundle features the Saxon Cielo HD 1.25" ED Eyepiece with a 6.5mm focal length, delivering exceptional high-definition views with enhanced color correction and sharpness. This eyepiece is ideal for detailed planetary and lunar observations, providing crisp, high-contrast images at powerful magnifications. IT gives 185x magnification in combination with 6, 8, and 10-inch Dobsonian telescopes, ensuring precise and comfortable viewing of solar system targets.

Bintel GSO ND96 13% Moon Filter 1.25" (Density 0.9)

The Bintel Neutral Density Moon filter reduces brightness without altering color, ensuring comfortable and natural lunar viewing. Enhance your knowledge with four detailed booklets on the Moon, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn, guiding your exploration. The #47 violet filter reveals atmospheric details on Jupiter’s cloud belts and highlights polar regions on Mars and Saturn, enriching your observing experience.

Astronomical Maps & Observing Guides:

The Bintel Premium Solar System Observer Bundle also includes detailed Orion Maps and Observing Guides for Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and the Moon. These expertly crafted guides provide in-depth information and navigation tips to enhance your understanding and observation of each celestial body. The Moon Map 260 offers a comprehensive exploration of the lunar surface, making this bundle an invaluable resource for serious planetary and lunar observers seeking to deepen their knowledge and improve their viewing experience.

Give your APC 60 stabilized extra protection and a personal touch with KITE Optics silicone jackets. These high-quality silicone covers provide effective protection against scratches, impacts, and wear, ensuring your APC 60 to remain in top condition even in rugged environments. The jackets feature added grip, providing a secure and comfortable hold during use.

With a range of available colours, you can personalize your binoculars to match your style or surroundings. Combine functionality with flair and make your APC 60 a unique and eye-catching tool.

Designed to deliver an exceptionally wide field of view at all magnifications, the ZEISS Victory Vario Eyepiece, when paired with either the 85mm or 95 mm Victory Harpia spotting scope, presents users with a clear and crisp panoramic view from the predawn hours to well past dusk. Designed for the ZEISS Victory Harpia 85mm and 95mm spotting scopes.

Designed for the ZEISS Victory Harpia 85mm and 95mm spotting scopes.

22-65x magnification with ZEISS Victory Harpia 85.

23-70x magnification with ZEISS Victory Harpia 95.

A CLEAR VIEW IN ANY WEATHER - There are always exciting things to be seen in the world of nature, even in wet weather. ZEISS developed LotuTec as a coating for binoculars and scopes that enables a clear and unhindered view in all weather conditions.

EXTREMELY WIDE FIELD OF VIEW - The incomparably broad field of view of the Victory Vario Eyepiece provides a perfect overview in difficult terrain. The close focus distances allow the exploration of even the smallest details.

Australian Bird Guide - Revised Edition

This Revised Edition includes updated maps, artwork and species accounts, reflecting current knowledge of the biology and distribution of Australia's birds. It features around 4700 specially commissioned colour illustrations of over 900 species, with particular emphasis on providing the fine detail required to identify difficult groups and distinctive plumages. Comprehensive species accounts have been written by a dedicated team of ornithologists to ensure identification details, distribution and status are current and accurate. A new easier-to-use index is also included.

The Australian Bird Guide sets a new standard in field guides, providing an indispensable reference for all birders and naturalists looking to explore Australia's magnificent and unique birdlife.

Audubon Bird Call:

The Audubon Bird Call invented by Roger Eddy in 1947 and still made by the Eddy family in Rhode Island USA. When twisted, this remarkable little birchwood and metal instrument makes a variety of sounds similar to wild birds. Each Audubon Bird Call is handmade and individually tuned, tending to work much better than standard "pishing".

It is the standard songbird call throughout the world and whilst it doesn't mimic a single specific bird, the sound it makes gets inquisitive birds to come in closer to check out the noise. In Australia, this works particularly well on honeyeaters, thornbills, fairy-wrens, emu-wrens, grasswrens, scrubwrens, gerygones, whistlers, and occasionally even Tyto owls will come in to check it out at night if you're quiet!

With reasonable care it should last a lifetime - just keep it dry. Can be carried in pocket, on a key ring, or worn on a lanyard.

The bird call's sound is produced by rotating the wooden cylinder against the cast zinc plug. By varying the pressure between the two surfaces while twisting back and forth, a variety of bird sounds can be accurately imitated. Originally conceived by songbird hunters in Europe, the bird call attracts birds by creating the illusion that other birds are in the area.

Recognised by multiple generations of birders and outdoors people, the Audubon Bird Call has been made and tuned by hand in the USA in the same way for over 60 years.

Compact Australia Bird Guide:

Based on the award-winning The Australian Bird Guide, this compact format features over 700 bird species that are residents of or regular visitors to the Australian mainland and Tasmania, and surrounding seas.

The Compact Australian Bird Guide will appeal to both the beginner and experienced birdwatcher, and includes up-to-date species descriptions, distribution maps, illustrations and quick guide comparison pages for major groups. Ideal for your next holiday, field trip or simply to use in your own backyard.

Audubon Bird Call:

The Audubon Bird Call invented by Roger Eddy in 1947 and still made by the Eddy family in Rhode Island USA. When twisted, this remarkable little birchwood and metal instrument makes a variety of sounds similar to wild birds. Each Audubon Bird Call is handmade and individually tuned, tending to work much better than standard "pishing".

It is the standard songbird call throughout the world and whilst it doesn't mimic a single specific bird, the sound it makes gets inquisitive birds to come in closer to check out the noise. In Australia, this works particularly well on honeyeaters, thornbills, fairy-wrens, emu-wrens, grasswrens, scrubwrens, gerygones, whistlers, and occasionally even Tyto owls will come in to check it out at night if you're quiet!

With reasonable care it should last a lifetime - just keep it dry. Can be carried in pocket, on a key ring, or worn on a lanyard.

The bird call's sound is produced by rotating the wooden cylinder against the cast zinc plug. By varying the pressure between the two surfaces while twisting back and forth, a variety of bird sounds can be accurately imitated. Originally conceived by songbird hunters in Europe, the bird call attracts birds by creating the illusion that other birds are in the area.

Recognised by multiple generations of birders and outdoors people, the Audubon Bird Call has been made and tuned by hand in the USA in the same way for over 60 years.

LEICA GEOVID R SE 15x56

The binoculars with rangefinder.

With its 15x magnification, the Geovid R SE 15x56 is a specialist for exceptional applications, making it easy to find game in vast landscapes and recognize fine details. This glass is also predestined for long-range hunting. The Geovid R SE models are classics among the Leica rangefinder binoculars, now winning users over with essential product features based on the proven Geovid family. All models are rugged and precise, equipped with must-have functions to meet the demands of modern, ethical hunters. For example, the laser of the Geovid R SE 15x56 measures distances of up to 1500 m.

The essentials:

• 15x magnification for detail-rich observation
• Absolutely precise laser rangefinding up to 1500 meters, for a safe shot
• Recognize and identify over farthest distances
• Easy handling
• Specially adapted to the conditions of long-range hunting

IN THE BOX

• Geovid R SE 15x56, Carrying Case, Carrying Strap, Lens Cleaning Cloth, Quick Start Guide.

One of the issues faced by those using wheelchairs, is that they're frequently using their hands for pushing it.

To assist in the comfortable use of a phone, tablet, binoculars or even a DSRL camera when using a wheelchair, the Kenko Assist ARM series firmly attaches your device to the wheelchair, freeing your arms and hands.

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The mount is solid too, greatly reducing the risk of unexpected movement of or even dropping your device. The angle and height can be freely adjusted to suit you and the KS-WL has an extension pole can be attached to extend the range of motion.

The Assist ARM series is accessories that was developed in collaboration with the camera tripod manufacturer SLIK.

In the recent years, as cameras have become increasingly sophisticated and precise in terms of technology, the camera industry demands greater and more secure support of such high-precise photographic equipment. One of the tools that can provide such secure support are of course tripods.

By teaming up with SLIK, a company that has a long tradition in making strong tripods for all kinds of cameras and that can withstand all kinds of environments, we were able to bring in their know-how and technology when designing the "Assist ARM" series, making it an accessory with high precision and outstanding stability.

Therefore, Kenko Assist ARM is designed not only to eliminate inconveniences when moving with a wheelchair, but also to ensure maximum user safety.

Firm and safe attachment for safety and convenience

The clamp that can be attached to the pipe of the wheelchair is made of aluminium and is very robust, so the risk of it suddenly coming off when the wheelchair is moving is extremely small.

The clamp can be attached to round pipes (17-32mm) and square pipes (Square: 22-28mm, Rectangle: short side 15-25mm / long side 25-28mm).

* When attaching to a pipe with a diameter of 17-22mm, a rubber tube (included) has to be used for a firm grip.

UNIVERSAL BALL-HEAD PROVIDES FREEDOM FOR ADJUSTMENT AND QUICK SET-UP

A universal ball-head provides freedom and allows precise adjustment.

The quick-release shoe also makes for a smooth set-up of gadgets such as iPad, iPhone, cameras, binoculars, and so on.

Suggested Accessories

Specifications

A star tracker mount to travel anywhere!

An ultra-compact, small and lightweight equatorial mount (star tracker) usable on the top of a camera tripod like a tripod head. Taking pictures of the starry skies is no more challenge. You can bring it with you in a backpack, not merely when traveling but also going away to mountainous areas or overseas to seek more impressive starry skies.

Weighing 740g only that you can carry around easily with luggage and camera bag, this is a lightweight compact item to shoot nightscape photograph. Through a simple setting, the POLARIE can move the camera according to the movement of the celestial objects and enable automatic tracking which makes it possible to take a pin point stars for extended exposure time.

With the starry sky as one landscape, leave the beauty of the earth and the universe in one picture ... That is "Nightscape Photograph". POLARIE expands the world of nightscape photography, and everyone can experience the real pleasure of shooting.

"Nightscape photograph" is a photograph of stars and scenery together, such as the Milky Way and Mountains spreading in the sky, or constellations and buildings. Unlike 'Astrophotography' which enlarges one point of a starry sky, it is important to mainly use a wide-angle lens in "nightscape photograph", how to combine stars and scenery. The possibility of the composition is infinite, it is a landscape photograph of a new generation that anyone can enjoy easily.

POLARIE Star Tracker is a motor driven camera platform that moves according to the movement of stars. By shooting with camera on the POLARIE and on a tripod, it becomes possible to incorporate pin-point stars beautifully into a work of art!

Specifications

Introducing the HEM27, iOptron’s revolutionary hybrid harmonic drive mounts. These light weight, high payload tiny titans will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. Imagine a mount head weighing in at 3.7kgs with a payload capability 13.5kgs, without needing a cumbersome counterweight or shaft. Applying iOptron’s multi decade experience creating precision mounts, the HEM27 brings this vision to reality.

Utilizing state of the art harmonic drive technology for the RA movement in tandem with backlash-free DEC worm/belt drive design, the HEM27s deliver unparalleled weight to payload efficiency. Its black anodized all metal CNC machined body is not only appealing to the eye, it’s a rugged platform that will perform at the highest level for many years to come. Unique features such as an electronic friction break and power down memory allow the mount safely stop and resume a GoTo slew or continue tracking even after an abrupt power loss (No need to realign and start from the beginning).

Features

• Advanced harmonic drive technology
• Payload capacity of 13.5 kg with the mount weight of 3.7 kg
• CNC machined and cast metal body
• Unique friction brake to safely stop movement during a planned or unplanned power interruption
• 360 second gear period
• Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
• Go2Nova® hand controller with ~212,000 object database
• Cable management system, no hanging exterior cables to moving parts
• Dual saddle (Vixen and Losmandy-D styles)
• Built in zero position search and locator
• Power down position and location memory
• Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
• Built-in Wi-Fi (via hand controller)
• USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
• Soft carrying case

Note: Does not include Tripod (available separately)

HEM27_Manual

Leica Camera AG, Wetzlar, presents a new generation of the Leica ULTRAVID 8x42 HD binoculars. The prisms of the new binoculars are made from specially formulated SCHOTT glasses with exceptional transmission characteristics. The significantly increased light transmission, particularly in the blue-violet band, ensures not only higher image brightness, but also better color transmission and considerably improved twilight vision.

The essentials:

• 12 precise glass lenses of SCHOTT HT™ (High Transmission) for amazingly natural color rendition and increased brightness
• Improved geometry of lens surfaces for never-before achieved edge to edge image sharpness.
• High-temperature plasma deposition lens coatings for perfectly balanced light transmission throughout the entire wavelength range of visible light
• New eyepiece design for longer eye-relief, nearer close focus, and wider field of view
• Light-weight, high strength magnesium body with patented hardness Class 8 surface coating for superior corrosion protection
• Superior sealing and nitrogen purged for the highest rated water/fog proof performance in any environment – submersible to 16 feet
• Rubber armoring for sure grip, added impact protection, and comfortable ergonomics
• High mechanical precision focusing system for properly metered focusing speed

Lever type, indexable handles. Fits leg clamps, replacing round knobs. Indexable so they can be moved out of the way.

The DMM is a 7" adapter plate that mates to any of the Losmandy DUP dovetail plates to create a male-to-male dovetail. 

Fits G-11 (HD Tripod) adjustable tripod legs. 5" diameter for large surface contact. Dampens vibrations and glows for up to 15 hours. Set of 3.