Vixen - R200SS 200mm Newtonian Reflector Telescope with GPD2 Mount

The remarkably fast 200mm (8") f/4 parabolic primary mirror of the R200SS Newtonian reflector
gives extremely sharp images with no chromatic aberration. The use of state-of-the-art coating
technology yields the ideal surface for its f/4 primary mirror. The visual observer will enjoy
wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time
with this instrument.

The telescope's large aperture and compact body make it ideally suited for astrophotography of
nebulae, star clusters and comets. The use of the optional coma corrector allows for a sharp
coma-free image from edge to edge, and the rack and pinion focusing mount, with an adapter,
accepts 2 eyepieces.
TELESCOPE SPECIFICATIONS

•	Design: Reflector, Newtonian Reflector
•	Objective Diameter: 200mm
•	Focal Length: 800mm  F/4
•	Parabolic Primary Mirror achieved by Vixens Revolutionary Layering Technique
•	Available: Coma Corrector and Focal Reducer
•	Finder Scope: 7 x 50
•	Focuser: 2" Rack and Pinion with 1.25" adapter and Tension adjustment
•	Portable Carry Strap
•	Includes Rings and Universal GP Dovetail to fit all Vixen and many other mounts
•	Weight: 11.7lbs

 

 

GPD2 Mounts



The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With
it's solid steel R. A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears this mount
will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for
astrophotography the worm, gears are especially machined to a very high
precision that minimizes periodic error.

The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2 and comes standard with
tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the
visual observer and astrophotography. Motion is controlled by included control
knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0°
to 62° in altitude.

MOUNT SPECIFICATIONS

•	144 Tooth Brass Worm gear in RA and Dec machined to 1/2000mm of precision, Axes Made of Steel
for Strength and Durability
•	Full Height Tripod operating range from 25.25" to 38.75"
•	Includes slow motion handles for easy tracking
•	Mount, Tripod and Counterweight Weight: 46.3 lbs
•	Mount Capacity: 50 Lbs
•	Includes 1-4.2 lb and 1-8.2 lb Counterweight
•	Includes Polar Axis Finder and Setting Circles  
•	Universal GP Plate receiver allows many telescopes to mount
•	Optional: Drive Motors