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Vixen Optics VMC95L 95mm f 11

User Manual for Vixen Optics VMC95L 95mm f 11 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Mobile Porta Mount

• Product category: Catadioptrics (Cassegrains) Vixen Optics
• Brand: Vixen Optics
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Product description

• VMC95L 95mm f/11 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only) Lightweight, portable, and powerful, the Vixen Optics VMC95L 95mm f/11 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope is an ideal choice for observation or imaging. It features an internal flip-mirror mechanism that allows the light path to be directed toward one of two points: 90° upward or straight through. This configuration supports the use of two eyepieces for quickly changing magnification without having to switch eyepieces, or of an eyepiece at the 90° position and an imaging system straight through. For imaging, simply flip the mirror up to check alignment and tracking accuracy between exposures and flip it back down to use the camera. The straight-through port has threads that accept most imaging and camera mounting rings for eyepiece projection, prime-focus, and afocal imaging techniques.Optically, the Maksutov design exchanges the conventional front corrector plate of a Schmidt with a convex meniscus lens, resulting in a smaller secondary mirror that limits obstruction and increases contrast while eliminating the need for periodic collimation. The Maksutov optical path results in a narrower field of view versus a similar Schmidt, but the optical benefits, when coupled with the VMC95L's larger aperture and multi-coated optics, make this an ideal scope for solar, lunar, and planetary observations, while being able to resolve bright deep-sky objects like stars, clusters, galaxies, and nebulae.This version of the VMC95L is offered here without a mount or tripod, for users who have a reliable support system, but a Vixen-style dovetail plate is included to accommodate a variety of mounts. For observations, a 25mm eyepiece is included, as is a red-dot finderscope and bracket.
  Optical Tube Assembly
  • • 95mm aperture
    • f/11 focal ratio
    • 1050mm focal length
    • Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design
    • Front convex meniscus lens corrects spherical and chromatic aberrations and comas (off-axis aberrations) across the entire field of view
    • Smaller secondary mirror versus Schmidt-Cassegrain reduces obstructions and increases contrast
    • Curved-vane secondary mirror mounting "spider" reduces diffraction to improve resolution
    • Multi-coated optics maximize light transmission to improve brightness, color rendition, sharpness, and contrast
    • Resolution: 1.22 arcsec
    • Internal focusing mechanism
  Observing/Imaging
  • • Dual 1.25" eyepiece holders: First set at 90° and second straight through
    • Internal flip mirror allows easy switch between light paths for the use of two eyepieces or eyepiece/imaging combination
    • Able to perform various astrophotography techniques including eyepiece projection, prime-focus, and afocal imaging
    • When imaging, quickly flip mirror to check tracking between exposures without unmounting imaging rig
    • 42mm threads on the straight-through light path enable direct connection of accessories and imaging systems
  Mounting
  • • Optical tube assembly only; mount and tripod required for proper use
    • Vixen-style dovetail plate
    • Weight: 4 pounds
  Included Accessories
  • Eyepiece:
    • 1.25" barrel diameter
    • Accepts most astronomical filters
    • 25mm eyepiece produces 42x magnification
    Finder:
    • Unmagnified view ensures an ultra-wide angle of view for easier alignment and faster star-hopping navigation
    • Simple red aiming dot won't obscure small or dim objects
    • Adjustable brightness prevents interfering with night-adjusted vision
    • Mounting bracket included
• Mobile Porta AZ Mount with Tripod Equipped with two fine adjustment handles for whole-circle slow-motion control on both axes, the Vixen Mobile Porta AZ Mount comes with a sturdy tripod that adjusts from 28 to 51" to accommodate a wide variety of users and viewing positions. As the name suggests, the Mobile Porta is optimized for travel with a folding fork-arm design and its ease of use helps to minimize the common support-system-oriented frustration often experienced when searching for and tracking celestial objects.It has an 8-pound payload capacity for smaller telescopes like refractors and Maksutov-Cassegrains, and is recommended for optical tube assemblies (OTAs) with a diameter of 119mm (4.6") or less for safe use. Its friction control system allows you to move the mount by hand without fumbling with locks or clutches and stays in place when it's released, and its slow-motion handles enable fine position adjustments while minimizing vibrations.
  Optimized for Mobility
  • • Light 8-pound weight
    • Arm can be rotated at 15° intervals to avoid having the telescope impeded by the slow-motion handles
    • Fork arm folds without the use of tools for easy transport and storage
  Mount
  • • Vixen-style dovetail saddle
    • Manual alt-azimuth design
    • Dual axis slow-motion handles enable precise adjustment to center subjects
    • Friction control system allows the mount to be moved by hand to any position without locks or clutches to worry about
    • 360° rotation horizontal wheel gear
    • Includes tool kit to adjust friction system based on OTA and accessories being used
    • Recommended for 119mm (4.6") and smaller OTAs
    • 8-pound payload capacity
  Tripod
  • • Aluminum legs are lightweight and durable
    • Compact two-stage legs
    • Adjustable height from 28 to 51" (71.1-129.5cm)
    • Center tray adds stability while offering a place for eyepieces, filters, and other accessories

• Red-Dot Finder with Bracket

• 25mm Eyepiece

• Allen Wrench

• Limited 5-Year Warranty

• Tool Kit

• Accessory Tray

• 2 x Slow-Motion Handles

• Limited 5-Year Warranty

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Technical parameters

• VMC95L 95mm f/11 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only)

  Optical Design	Maksutov-Cassegrain
  Aperture	95mm
  Focal Length	1050mm
  Focal Ratio	f/11.05
  Eyepiece Barrel Diameter	2 x 1.25"
  Diagonal	90°, internal Internal flip-mirror assembly
  Finderscope	Red-dot
  Tripod	None
  Mount Type	Vixen-style dovetail plate
  Power Source	None
  Optical Tube Dimensions	14.2 x 4.2" / 36.0 x 10.7 cm
  Weight	4.0 lb / 1.8 kg

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	17.1 x 9.4 x 8.5"

• Mobile Porta AZ Mount with Tripod

  Mount Type	Manual alt-azimuth
  Load Capacity	8.0 lb / 3.6 kg, max
  Motor	None
  GoTo Capability	None
  Altitude / Latitude Adjustment	Not specified by manufacturer
  Polar Axis Scope	None
  Includes Tripod/Pier	Yes, tripod
  Power Source	None
  Weight	8.0 lb / 3.6 kg

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	37.0 x 10.0 x 8.0"

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