USE OF VESPERA PASSENGERS
What is the magnification of Vespera Passengers?
The notion of magnification doesn't really apply to Vespera Passengers, as the instrument has no eyepiece. However, we have calculated its magnification to be equivalent to 33X.
What are the minimum/maximum temperatures in which Vespera Passengers can operate?
Vespera Passengers is designed for use between -10° and 40°. Below -10°C, the instrument may still work, without risk of damage, but : the quality of tracking may be affected, resulting in finer, rounder stars the battery may be drained more quickly
What sensor is used in Vespera Passengers?
The latest-generation Sony Starvis CMOS sensor (IMX585) offers excellent low-light sensitivity and noise performance.
Can several people connect to the same Vespera Passengers?
Yes, up to 8 mobile devices can be connected simultaneously to Vespera Passengers. One of them will be considered the administrator, and the others will be able to view the photographs taken with the instrument.
Does Vespera Passengers track the star?
Yes, Vespera Passengers features automatic tracking (GoTo), which allows you to follow the movement of the star as the Earth moves.
How many items does the catalog contain?
All our instruments share the same object catalog (+4000 objects). New objects are added with each update, and a suggestion form is available in the app. Unlisted objects are accessible via coordinate pointing, giving you access to an unlimited ...
Can Vespera Passengers track satellites or the ISS?
It's unlikely that we'll be able to offer this functionality, due to the technical constraints inherent in the speed at which satellites move, requiring perfectly regular tracking at high speeds. Indeed, the movement of satellites (and the ISS) in ...
Is Vespera Passengers available with coordinates pointing?
Yes, this feature is available. The coordinates used are those of the J2000 datum (right ascension and declination) and can be found on sites such as Wikipedia or Stellarium.
Can I observe comets and asteroids with Vespera Passengers?
It is already possible to observe comets with all our instruments, using manual pointing (coordinates). Asteroid observation is still under study.
Will you be offering a version with a larger diameter?
No, that's not planned at present.
Are Stellina images better than those obtained with Vespera Passengers?
Stellina has larger-diameter optics and a slightly larger sensor than Vespera Passengers. Both instruments deliver images of exceptional quality, with a very high level of detail, but Stellina collects more information with its 80 mm aperture.
Is Vespera Passengers more powerful than Vespera?
Vespera Passengers has a higher-resolution sensor than Vespera (6.2 MP vs. 2 MP). As a result, photos will be sharper, with greater resolution.
How do I retrieve photos from Vespera Passengers?
There are 3 ways to save the images taken by your Vespera Passengers: JPEG format can be saved on the Singularity by Vaonis app, on your smartphone or tablet's gallery and finally on your Vespera Passengers' internal memory. Raw files (Fits and Tiff) ...
Do I need to be connected to the Internet to use Vespera Passengers?
No. Vespera Passengers uses a Wi-Fi network to communicate with your smartphone, but that doesn't mean it needs an Internet connection. When you install the instrument, you simply go to your Wi-Fi settings and connect to the signal emitted by Vespera ...
Is it possible to link Vespera Passengers to external software (Sharpcap, Stellarium etc.)?
No, this function will not be available.
Is there a limit to the apparent magnitude of the stars that Vespera Passengers can detect?
Yes, Vespera Passengers makes 10-second exposures, and stacking them together allows us to reach a magnitude of 16 under good skies.
How does Vespera Passengers handle parking / initialization?
Vespera Passengers is automatically initialized in less than 5 minutes. First, Vespera Passengers retrieves the exact GPS position, date and time of observation from the user's smartphone/tablet. Next, Vespera Passengers will scan the sky. If the sky ...
Can I observe planets with Vespera Passengers?
Vespera Passengers is primarily designed for deep-sky observation (+ Moon and Sun), but it will still be possible to point at planets. They will appear very small in the photo field, the size of a star.
What is the field of view of Vespera Passengers?
The field is 2.4° x 1.8°. It's larger than Vespera & Stellina.
Does Vespera Passengers focus manually or automatically?
Focusing is managed automatically before each observation (autofocus). Thanks to our AcutENS feature, focus is updated automatically during observation, especially if the temperature drops by more than 3°C. You can, however, request manual focus ...
Is it possible to change Vespera Passengers' camera parameters (exposure time, ISO, etc.)?
With Expert Mode, you can set exposure time, gain and acquire calibration files (darks).
Is it possible to connect Vespera Passengers to a computer?
No, like Vespera & Stellina, it will not be possible to control Vespera Passengers from a computer. The instruments can only be controlled from the dedicated Singularity by Vaonis mobile application. Connection from a computer is only possible to ...
Does Vespera Passengers feature a heating resistance system?
Thanks to the hygrometric sensor offered as an accessory on our website, the dew heating system can be activated.
Does Vespera Passengers include a light pollution filter?
The light pollution filter is available as an accessory on our website.
Can I make solar observations with Vespera Passengers?
Yes, a solar filter (ND - Neutral Density) is available for purchase on our website.
Does Vespera Passengers feature a field derotator?
Like Vespera, Vespera Passengers does not incorporate a mechanical field derotator. The field of view will change as images are stacked. The absence of a field derotator will have only a limited effect (stars at the edge of the field) on photo ...
What image formats does Vespera Passengers offer?
Like Vespera, images can be retrieved in JPEG, TIFF and FITS formats.
What is the Wi-Fi range of Vespera Passengers?
Like Vespera, Vespera Passengers has its own Wi-Fi transmitter, enabling users to connect with their mobile device to control it. The targeted Wi-Fi range is 30 meters (98.42 ft), so you can easily install Vespera Passengers in your garden and ...
Will there be another app for Vespera Passengers?
There's just one mobile app to control Vespera Passengers, Vespera and Stellina: Singularity by Vaonis, available free of charge from Apple Store or Google Play Store.
What is the autonomy of Vespera Passengers?
Vespera Passengers' internal battery has an autonomy of 4 hours. You can extend observation time by connecting an external battery.
Can I change my tripod?
Yes, it is possible to mount Vespera Passengers on another video tripod. Vespera Passengers requires the same tripod characteristics as Vespera or Stellina (3/8" screw thread).
What are the dimensions and weight of Vespera Passengers?
Height: 40 cm (15.74 in) Width: 20 cm (7.87 in) Depth: 9 cm (3.54 in) Weight : 5 kg