Atik Series 4 User Manual
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1. Pixel Size um Focal Distance mm 206 3 angular resolution arcseconds pixel Focal Length Atik 420 Atik 450 Atik 428 460EX Atik 490EX 250 3 63 2 85 3 75 3 04 300 3 03 2 37 3 12 2 54 350 2 59 2 03 2 68 2 17 400 2 27 1 78 2 34 1 90 450 2 02 1 58 2 08 1 69 500 1 82 1 42 1 87 1 52 550 1 65 1 29 1 70 1 38 600 1 51 1 19 1 56 1 27 650 1 40 1 09 1 44 1 17 700 1 30 1 02 1 34 1 09 750 1 21 0 95 1 25 1 01 800 1 13 0 89 1 17 0 95 850 1 07 0 84 1 10 0 90 900 1 01 0 79 1 04 0 85 995 ATIK CAMERAS 5 Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity This product carries the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directive CE Marking is the responsibility of Perseu SA R Dr Agostinho Neto 1D 2690 576 Sta Iria da Azoia Portugal Critical Applications This product is not designed for any critical applications Critical applications means life support systems medical applications connections to medical devices commercial transportations nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage This product is not a toy This is a class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures 5 1 Disposal of the camera When no longer r2. 995 ATIK CAMERAS sATIK OG 888 CAMERAS ersion 995 ATIK CAMERAS Table of Contents LL MMCC _ _ _ Getting to know Your ELSE Camera Parts rare el e E a O Optical Window SN Analog to Digital Converter ADC ssessssssesssesssessessseessetssseessensseesseressseessressresseessee ee esel ERE EE EE USB POPU IX 6 _ Technical gt _ _ _ Deel aration Disposal Of the C CL8 0 485556096595596459555909565556046565596659855404585 550692565 606485 lade LL gt 995 ATIK CAMERAS 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of an Atik Series 4 camera This manual will help you get the most out of your Atik camera please take the time to read it thoroughly and you will be ready to discov
3. the adaptor and consult a trained electrician 3 6 USB Port The Atik series 4 cameras use a USB 2 0 high speed interface allowing full frame image downloads in only a few seconds A higher speed preview mode is also present providing roughly twice the speed 3 7 Cooling All Series 4 cameras have a robust regulated cooling system meaning that the CCD is kept at the desired temperature throughout the observing session The very low readout noise combined with efficient cooling means that dark frames are not necessary in most situations allowing you to spend more time imaging and less time taking calibration frames but if very long exposures are to be used or high precision data is required exo planet searches for example dark frame libraries will be easy to maintain 3 8 Replacing the desiccant Your camera includes a high performance molecular sieve desiccant tablet which is used to avoid condensation in the CCD chamber Although this desiccant will last a long time it may eventually need replacement or recharging in which case please follow the instructions below Desiccant port To replace the desiccant open the desiccant port with the supplied plastic interface and a screwdriver take out the used tablet and replace sas ATIK B CAMERAS it with a fresh one Replace the port cover and tighten no need to over tighten Wait 24 hours before connecting the camera again To recharge the desiccant
4. chase and a clear description of the fault If it s not possible to return the equipment to your dealer you should contact Atik Cameras Equipment returned to Atik Cameras must be sent in appropriate packaging and at your expense insurance is recommended together with proof of purchase a return address and a clear description of the fault This does not affect your statutory rights
5. equired do not dispose of this electronic device with general household waste To minimise pollution and protect the environment the camera should be recycled Local recycling drop off points available under the Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE regulations which will accept the camera For further information contact Perseu SA at the above address or the shop from which the camera was bought 995 ATIK B CAMERAS 6 Warranty The equipment is guaranteed against defective design manufacture or materials for a period of one year from the date of purchase This means that Atik Cameras will repair or replace the equipment at its sole option at no charge to the purchaser for parts or for labour if the fault is reported within the guarantee period provided however that Atik Cameras is able to duplicate the defect or problem at its facilities This warranty does not apply to damage that occurred as a result of abuse or misuse abnormal service or handling damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another product or if the equipment has been altered or modified in any way or if the damage was caused by repairs or service provided or attempted by anyone other than Atik Cameras This warranty does not include or provide for incidental or consequential damages To exercise your rights under this warranty you must return the equipment to the dealer from whom it was purchased together with proof of pur
6. er new worlds Atik cameras provide exceptional value for money superior performance and unrivalled ease of use Our cameras are the result of extensive research and development each one having been designed and built with the requirements of the most demanding astro imager in mind Your Atik camera incorporates state of the art design and materials and it will be your trusted astro photography companion for a long time to come Repairs servicing and upgrades are available through your local dealer or at http www atik cameras com Please note that modifications to the camera and or accessories which are undertaken without the manufacturer s written permission will void the warranty details of which are given at the back of this manual 1 1 Further information For installation instructions and other useful information please refer to the Quickstart guide which was shipped with the camera Information on the software is given in the ArtemisCapture guide a PDF file of which is copied to your computer hard drive by the software installer Further information is available on our website at http www atik cameras com D XI ATIK 888 CAMERAS 2 Pack Contents This pack includes Atik Series 4 camera USB cable Car lighter type power cable CD with software and manuals Quickstart Guide akWND 995 ATIK 8 CAMERAS 3 Getting to know your camera 3 1 Camera Parts 1 Mini USB port 2 2 1mm cent
7. place the tablet in an electric oven at 200 C for a couple of hours Take it from the oven wait a few minutes for it to cool down slightly then put it back in the camera and wait 24 hours You will notice that there is a filter inside the desiccant chamber The purpose of this is to avoid contamination of the chamber when the desiccant is being replaced The filter is very fragile and should not be touched 4 Technical Information Summary Atik 420 Atik 450 Atik 428EX Atik 460EX Atik 490EX Sensor Type Sony ICX274 Sony ICX655 Sony ICX674 Sony ICX694 Sony ICX814 Resolution 1620x1220 2448x2050 1932x1452 2750x2200 3380x2704 pixels pixels pixels pixels pixels Pixel Size 4 4x4 4um 3 45x3 45um 4 54x4 54um 4 54x4 54um 3 69x3 69um ADC 16 bit 16 bit 16 bit 16 bit 16 bit Readout Noise 4e 56C 56 5e 56 typical Interface USB 2 0 USB 2 0 USB 2 0 USB 2 0 USB 2 0 Power 12V DC 1A 12V DC 1A 12V DC 1A 12V DC 1A 12V DC 1A Maximum Exposure Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Minimum Exposure 1 1000 s 1 1000s 1 1000s 1 1000s 1 1000s Cooling Thermoelectric Thermoelectric Thermoelectric Thermoelectric Thermoelectric Delta T 30 C Delta T 30 C DeltaT 25 C Delta T 25 C Delta I 25 C Weight Approx 400 g Approx 400g Approx 400g Approx 400g Approx 400g Backfocus distance 13mm 13mm 13mm 13mm 13mm The following table gives the angular resolution per pixel with certain focal distances The formula to calculate any other focal length is
8. re positive 12V DC input 3 Desiccant port 3 2 Sensor The sensors available in the Atik series 4 cameras are listed below Black and White Colour Atik 420 SONY ICX274AL SONY ICX274AQ Atik 450 SONY ICX655ALA SONY ICX655AQA Atik 428EX SONY ICX674ALG SONY ICX674AQG Atik 460EX SONY ICX694ALG SONY ICX694AQG Atik 490EX SONY ICX814ALG SONY ICX814AQG Due to the very clean nature of these CCDs dark frames are unnecessary in most cases This is due to the low noise which stands at an amazing 5 electrons RMS typical acre ATIK 888 CAMERAS 3 3 Optical Window The optical window used in front of the CCD is a BK7 with BBAR coatings on both sides ensuring that no reflection will appear in your image 3 4 Analog to Digital Converter ADC The Analog to Digital Converter ADC is a 16 bit ADC This means that your Atik camera will allow you to record subtle levels of gray providing you with enhanced dynamic range when capturing an image 3 5 Power Consumption Your Atik camera was designed to have low power consumption please see the table in section 4 for details specific to your camera model The 2 1mm centre positive DC input is compatible with a wide range of 12V DC supplies WARNING If you have purchased the optional mains power adaptor please note that it is for indoor or observatory use only There is a risk of electric shock if the adaptor is used in damp environments or outside If in doubt do not use
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