Active Optics Guiding System
Starlight Xpress
From $1,225.00
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The Starlight Xpress Active Optics Guiding System (SXV-AO-USB) is a third-generation tip-tilt adaptive optics unit that provides high-speed image stabilization and tracking via an optical window controlled by four stepper motors. By continuously monitoring guide star position through an off-axis guider and making rapid optical corrections independent of mount mechanics, this system delivers superior tracking performance compared to traditional autoguiding alone, making it ideal for long focal length systems and mounts with alignment errors. The system features USB connectivity, works with full-frame sensors up to 35mm, and includes built-in mount correction capabilities for autonomous operation throughout extended imaging sessions.
Specifications
| Clear Aperture | 60 mm |
| Optical Length With OAG | 74 mm |
| Optical Length Without OAG | 44 mm |
| Diameter | 132 mm |
| Length | 44 in |
| Weight | 750 lb |
| Light Loss | 2% |
| Power Consumption Moving | 600 mAh |
| Power Consumption Quiescent | 50 mAh |
| Tracking Speed | 5 ms |
| Stepper Motors | 4 |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Maximum Sensor Size | 35 mm |