{"product_id":"dewtrek-polaris-latitude-base-eq-wedge-red","title":"DEWTREK Polaris Latitude Base \/ EQ Wedge for Seestar – Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFine adjustment for your Seestar EQ setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDEWTREK Polaris Latitude Base\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you controlled tilt and azimuth adjustment when setting up your Seestar for equatorial imaging. Fit it to a suitable tripod, attach your telescope using the correct mounting bar and use the separate adjustment controls to refine polar alignment in the Seestar app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ered version\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a 6061 aluminium alloy body with an Arca\/Vixen-style clamp, a screw-driven tilt mechanism and opposing azimuth adjustment knobs. A compass and bubble level provide useful starting references before you complete alignment using the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a latitude base with a Seestar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Earth rotates, the sky’s orientation changes relative to a camera on an alt-azimuth mount. Correctly polar-aligned \u003cstrong\u003eequatorial mode reduces field rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e by aligning the telescope’s tracking axis with the celestial pole. Supported Seestar models also offer longer individual exposures in EQ mode, including settings of up to \u003cstrong\u003e60 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e where available in the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolaris provides the mechanical support and alignment adjustment. Your Seestar’s own motors and software perform the tracking. The most useful exposure setting depends on alignment accuracy, tripod stability and observing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControlled adjustment in two axes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e0–75° tilt range\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a broad range of telescope positions. Use the screw-driven tilt control for small vertical corrections, then secure the position with the side locking controls. Opposing knobs provide \u003cstrong\u003e±10° azimuth fine adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e for small horizontal corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the app reports a polar-alignment deviation, adjust the relevant control, rerun the check and secure the base once alignment is complete. Separate controls make it easier to work through the required corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompass and bubble level: setting the starting position\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBubble level:\u003c\/strong\u003e level the base by adjusting the tripod legs before setting the telescope’s EQ tilt. This gives you a consistent starting platform for setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompass:\u003c\/strong\u003e use it for approximate orientation. It indicates magnetic north, which can differ from true north, and nearby magnetic interference can affect its reading. Complete accurate alignment with the Seestar app’s star-image-based polar-alignment routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTripod and telescope mounting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside has a \u003cstrong\u003e3\/8-inch tripod mounting thread\u003c\/strong\u003e. The upper clamp accepts \u003cstrong\u003eArca quick-release plates and standard Vixen-style dovetails\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you a choice of suitable mounting interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a Seestar setup, pair Polaris with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/seestar-vixen-gp-dovetail-bar-s30-s30-pro-s50-s50-pro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Clear Skies Seestar Vixen GP-style Dovetail Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eS30, S30 Pro, S50 and S50 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bar provides the connection between the telescope and the Polaris clamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe dovetail bar is sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the complete mounting arrangement and telescope clearance before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting started in Seestar EQ mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure Polaris to a suitable tripod with a 3\/8-inch mounting screw, spread the legs for stability and level the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit the correct mounting bar to your Seestar, then secure the bar in the Polaris clamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrient the setup approximately towards true north in the Northern Hemisphere, or true south in the Southern Hemisphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect EQ mode in the Seestar app and follow its guidance to set the telescope angle for your location. Use the app’s angle reading during setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the polar-alignment check, refine tilt and azimuth, then secure the controls. Rerun the check after locking and begin imaging without moving the tripod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the tilted telescope so its weight remains supported over the tripod legs. Follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seestar.com\/blogs\/tutorial\/how-to-switch-to-eq-mode-on-seestar-app\"\u003eZWO’s Seestar EQ-mode instructions\u003c\/a\u003e for your device and software version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDEWTREK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolaris Latitude Base \/ EQ Wedge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBody material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6061 aluminium alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTilt adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–75°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAzimuth fine adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±10°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRated load capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTripod mounting thread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUpper clamp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArca quick-release plates and standard Vixen-style dovetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSetup aids\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompass, bubble level and marked angle scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12 kg rating applies to the base. Choose a tripod suitable for the weight and balance of the complete setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne red DEWTREK Polaris Latitude Base with its fitted upper clamp.\u003c\/strong\u003e Telescope, tripod, Seestar dovetail bar and other mounting plates are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer a different finish? View \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dewtrek-polaris-latitude-base-eq-wedge-black\"\u003eDEWTREK Polaris in black\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/zwo-seestar-s50\"\u003eSeestar telescopes and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DEWTREK","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":55688904081784,"sku":"DCS-POL-RED","price":159.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/dewtrek-polaris-red-hero-transparent.png?v=1791134928","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/dewtrek-polaris-latitude-base-eq-wedge-red","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}