Description
The cameras ALccd-QHY 163, 174, 178, 224 and 290 are based on state-of-the-art CMOS sensors, with sensor diagonals of up to 22 mm. The models are essentially different in terms of sensor and pixel size and whether it is a BSI (Back Illuminated) or FSI (Front Illuminated) sensor.
The cameras are very compact, which is especially useful for smaller portable telescopes, but even in special technical components, a small camera is an advantage.
The built-in DDRII cache has a memory size of 128MB and ensures that no images are lost during download. It is also the prerequisite for even with low-performance PCs and USB 2.0, no image loss or even to be able to download an image.
The sensor chamber of cooled cameras is sealed and heated with a special heater. Thus, fogging is counteracted, especially in high humidity applications.
The sensor does not require a mechanical shutter, it works electronically. The ALccd-QHY 174 model with global shutter , the other models with roller shutter .
The series includes various light sensing techniques, via BSI (backlight) or Classic FSI (front lighting). BSI sensors, such as those used in the ALccd-QHY 178 and 290 models, usually have a higher photosensitivity due to the characteristic properties of these sensors.
For operation, the ALccd-QHY 163, 174, 178, 224 and 290 cameras require a 12 V power supply . The connection is screwable and stable plugged into the power plug.
Typology : | Panasonic MN34230 CMOS color chip |
Active Pixels : | 4.656*3.522 (16 megapixels) |
Pixel size : | 3.8 microns x 3.8 microns (square pixels) |
Chip size : | 17.7 x 13.4mm (approx. 22mm diagonal) |
Fullwell : | 18-20 Wed- |
Anti flowering gate : | 1000x |
Reading type : | Progressive scan |
Shutter type : | Rolling |
Binning : | 1x1 and 2x2 |
Data Depth Integration : | 10-bit / 12-bit |
Data depth output : | 8-bit / 12-bit |
Reading noise : | 2.4 e- @low ain, 1 e- gain @high |
Reading speed : | Resolution of 22 frames/second @max, up to 100 fps (800x600) |
Interface : | USB 3.0 Super Speed (backwards compatible with USB 2.0) |
Memory : | 128MB DDR II |
Exposure times : | 50 μs - 30 min |
Anti-amplifier control : | Yes |
Cooling : | Peltier, 2 stages |
Maximum temperature difference : | 40°C |
Powered : | 12V + USB cable (both at the same time!) |
Autoguider port : | Integrated (LEMO to RJ-12) |
CFW2 filter wheel connector : | Dovetail ring and 4 pins |
Flange focal distance sensor at the front edge of the dovetail adapter (T2): | 18mm |
Telescope connection : | 31.7 mm (1 1/4") male clamp, T2 thread |
Sensor chamber window : | With automatic heating |
Dimensions (DxH) : | 76x80mm |
Weight : | 450g |
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