What is the benefit of the additional reflector , i.e, diff between -R and the cheaper/plain Micron version?
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I've never tried it without the reflector, but I can say I get a really good picture here in Chicago.
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It's a beginner scope that skews in the direction of deep sky observers. A reflector has more inches of aperture per buck than a refractor scope. The more aperture, the deeper the viewing.
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I don't think there is any difference. Not sure why 2 different pics are shown. Ours works just fine.
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IR requires line of sight and has a shorter distance limit. You can turn your head and lose the IR signal. RF is better for this purpose.
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Not sure the microns. I bought this over a year ago very happy with it. It has no problem pulling the vacuum down to the lowest reading on the set of gauges that I have.
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I was wondering the same thing. I did a line by line comparison of the specs from the Pioneer site and noticed very minor differences between the two. It could be that other than for an extra connector or two they are the same under the cover.
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Your answer would be best directed to the manufacturer. However; at a quick glance, I see physical differences like a raised rim around edge and camera area.
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The only difference is light boost. Version 2 glasses paired with a version 2 emitter doesn't seem as dark as version 1. Both glasses work with both emitters.
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not sure, i bought the white sided so it would be more light in my garage. I have used both, i see no difference.
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Thanks EvanThat does make sense.I have also since found out this item is discontinued by Celestron and replaced by the avx mount. May hunt to buy one of those instead but imagine same applies.
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Hi. The difference is only the color and price. All other specifications are the same.
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Only differences are the handle for XLR and infrared light for complete darkness. Otherwise all specs the same.
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None that I know about. The only thing I know to do is use non-toxic Mylar or even aluminum foil as a reflector. Of course diamond Mylar is better. (Not that great, I know.) Leave space for cooling.
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Paul, thank you. From the specs alone, I agree, but I think there must be some significant difference between the two sets. The only thing I can see from the specs is something about the eyepiece adjustment.
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There is no difference between the two as I have ordered both before. The MR stands for mini Reflector some of the reflector surface have facets others do not. They are all halogen bulbs...but some are not made with as good quality materials as others...the name brands you find at home depot or other big box sellers are top notch...the others are knock offs and could be made with inferior materials...
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I would still pair it with a real reflector or Portland Design Works Radbot 1000 (I use both for maximum lightage). I don't think it stands as reflector on itselfIt has a plastic clip on the back, I clip it to my backpack when I am carrying it around
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Certainly not for me, I could not justify the reduced light transmission of the APD filter. I use this often at f/1.2 and the APD version may be worse than f/1.4, some say 3/4 an f stop. Personally I thought about changing until I saw the impact on light and a rendering that i did not prefer.