Explore Scientific DeepSky Astro Camera Series, DeepSky Astro Camera1.7MP, DeepSky Astro Camera16.0MP, DeepSky Astro Camera7.1MP Instruction Manual
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Contents
1 Imprint .............................................................................................................................................................4
2 Validity information ........................................................................................................................................4
3 About this Instruction Manual.......................................................................................................................4
4 Intended use ...................................................................................................................................................4
5 General safety instructions ........................................................................................................................... 5
6 Parts overview and scope of delivery ..........................................................................................................7
7 Installing the software and drivers ............................................................................................................... 8
8 Camera mounting on telescope ....................................................................................................................8
9 Using the internal USB HUB (USB 2.0).........................................................................................................9
10 Camera mounting with optional autoguider ................................................................................................9
11 Cleaning and maintenance ..........................................................................................................................10
12 Disposal......................................................................................................................................................... 10
13 EC Declaration of Conformity .....................................................................................................................10
14 Technical data............................................................................................................................................... 11
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1 Imprint
Explore Scientific GmbH
Gutenbergstr. 2
46414 Rhede
Germany
http://www.explorescientific.de
If you wish to submit a warranty claim or service request, please refer to the “Warranty” and “Service”
information in this document. Please be aware that any requests or submissions sent directly to the
manufacturer cannot be processed.
Errors excepted. Subject to technical modifications.
© 2019 Explore Scientific GmbH
All rights reserved.
Reproduction of this document, including extracts, in any form (photocopied, printed etc.) or the use
and distribution of this document by electronic means (image file, website etc.) is not permitted without
the prior written consent of the manufacturer.
The terms and brand names of the respective companies used in this document are protected by
brand, patent or product law in Germany, the European Union and/or other countries.
2 Validity information
This documentation is valid for the products with the article numbers listed below:
0510500 0510510 0510520
Manual version: 1019
Manual description:
Manual_0510500-0510510-05-10530_DeepSky-Astro-Camera_en_EXPSC_v102019b
With any service inquiries, please state these information.
3 About this Instruction Manual
NOTICE
These operating instructions are to be considered a component of the device.
Please read the safety instructions and the operating instructions carefully before use.
Keep these instructions for renewed use at a later date. When the device is sold or given to someone
else, the instruction manual must be provided to the new owner/user of the product.
4 Intended use
• This device is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or those who lack the relevant experience and/or knowledge, unless they
are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have received instructions from this person as to how the device is used.
• This device is for private use only.
• The device was developed as an electronic accessory and may only be used to connect and operate the devices for private use described in this manual.
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5 General safety instructions
DANGER
Risk of electric shock
This device has electronic parts operated via a power source (power supply and/or batteries). Improper use of this product can cause an electric shock. An electric shock can cause serious or potentially fatal injuries. The following safety information must be observed at all times.
• Before starting up the device, check the device, the cables and the connections for signs of damage.
• Never use the device with defective or damaged components (e.g. housing, cable, lamp, etc.).
• Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use only the power supply provided. Never shortcircuit the device or throw it into a fire. Excessive heat and improper handling of this product can
result in short-circuits, fires or even explosions.
• Only use the device in complete dry environment and do not touch it with wet or moist parts of
your body.
• Position your device so that it can be disconnected from the power supply at any time. The power
socket should be installed near the device and should be easily accessible as the mains cable
plug is used to disconnect the device from the power supply.
• To disconnect the device from the power supply, always pull on the plug. Never pull on the cable.
• Disconnect the device from the power supply by pulling the power plug when it is not used or in
case of longer interruption of operation and before starting any work on maintenance and cleaning.
DANGER
Risk of blindness!
Never use this device to look directly at the sun or in the direct proximity of the sun. There is a risk of
BLINDNESS!
NOTICE
Risk of damage to property
Improper handling can result in damage to the device and/or to the accessories. Always observe the
following safety information when using the device.
• Never disassemble the device. In the event of a fault, please contact your specialist retailer. The
specialist retailer will contact the service centre and send the device for repair if necessary.
• For the normal operation as intended, only use the supplied cables and connect them as described in the manual.
NOTICE
Risk of voltage damage!
Only use the included power adapter for power supply! The use of other unsuitable power sources or
those not authorized by the manufacturer may result in damage to the camera and will void the warranty.
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NOTICE
Risk of overheating!
Always keep the ventilation slits of the thermoelectric cooling system free! Covering these slits will reduce cooling performance and may cause overheating and damage to the camera.
NOTICE
Risk of material damage due to solar radiation!
Do not expose the camera sensor to direct sunlight. When photographing the sun, always use sun filters specially designed for this purpose. Unfiltered sunlight will cause damage to the camera within a
very short time.
NOTICE
Danger of data loss!
Do not interrupt an on-going data connection to a computer before all data has been transferred. This
could lead to data loss for which the manufacturer is not liable.
NOTICE
Privacy protection
Please heed the privacy of other people. Do not use this device to look into apartments, for example!
NOTICE
Use of the maximum transmission speed rate
To use the full transmission speed rate, please use the included USB 3.0 connection cable and a corresponding computer interface.
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6 Parts overview and scope of delivery
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B
C
F
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D
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Illustration1: All parts of the Astro camera with rear view (connection area)
1 Camera housing 2 Ventilation slits
3 Holding thread 4 USB 2.0 socket (2x USB HUB)
5 USB 3.0 socket (1x) 6 Connection socket for DC barrel con-
7 PWR function light (power supply of the
camera established)
9 TEC function light (cooling system en-
nector
8 SYS function light (USB connection estab-
lished)
10 FAN function light (fan enabled)
abled)
11 T2 adapter (50,8mm/2" plug diameter) 12 Connection thread
13 Mains power cable with Euro plug and
C13 coupling
14 Mains power adapter 12V/3A with power
cable, DC barrel connector and C13 connection socket
15 Power cable extension with barrel con-
nector coupling and DC barrel connector
16 USB 3.0 connection cable (connection to
computer)
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Scope of delivery:
1
2
3
5
6
4
Camera (A); ); T2 adapter (B); power adapter (C); power cable (D); power cable extension (E); USB
3.0 connection cable (F); software CD; hardcase
Also required (not included):
Computer running Windows 8/10
NOTICE!This is not a stand-alone camera. A computer with Windows operating system and free
USB 3.0 interface is required for operation.
7 Installing the software and drivers
1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD drive of your computer. Alternatively, you can download
the software package from the product page and start the installation directly. The files are stored
under the category 'Software'. The link/QR code to the product page can be found on the second
page of this manual.
2. Install the 'EXPLORE Capture' software. This will also install the camera drivers automatically.
3. Remove the rubber cover of the CMOS sensor on the camera and connect it to your telescope.
The connection can be made directly via T2 thread (M42x0.75mm) or via 2" (50.8mm) plug-in adapter. Always ensure that the camera is securely attached.
4. Connect the supplied AC adapter to the camera.
5. Connect the camera to the computer. Use the USB 3.0 connection cable and a corresponding free
USB 3.0 interface on the computer for this purpose.
6. Start the EXPLORE Capture software after successful installation.
7. Select the connected camera in the EXPLORE Capture software menu.
Illustration2: EXPLORE Capture: Select camera
8. The camera now continuously sends live images to the computer at the current exposure time.
9. Use the telescope viewfinder to adjust and focus on a bright star in the field of view of the camera.
To obtain a faster frame rate and a higher camera sensitivity during focusing, switch to binning
mode if necessary (see software menu "Digital Binning").
10. After successful focusing, you can start recording images or video sequences.
8 Camera mounting on telescope
Illustration3: Mounting the camera on a telescope
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1 Camera housing 2 Holding thread
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B
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C
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3 Connection thread 4 50.8mm (2") T2 adapter
5 50.8mm (2") eyepiece holder 6 Eyepiece extension
9 Using the internal USB HUB (USB 2.0)
The camera is equipped with an built-in USB HUB with 2x USB 2.0 sockets at the rear. This can be
used to connect additional components (e.g. autoguider camera, motor focus etc.). Separate cable
connections of the accessories to the computer are omitted.
NOTICE!The use of short cable connections is recommended to reduce the risk of 'cable spaghetti' and cable breakage.
10 Camera mounting with optional autoguider
Illustration4: Mounting the Deep Sky Astro Camera with optional autoguider camera
1 Autoguider camera
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2 ST4 connecting cable
3 USB 3.0 connecting cable 4 Guiding scope
5 Telescope
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6 ST4-capable mount
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1
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7 Control panel of the mount
9 Deep Sky Astro Camera 10 Computer
11 USB 3.0 socket on the camera 12 USB 2.0 socket on the camera
13 USB 2.0 connecting cable
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optional accessories; not included
NOTICE!This is not a stand-alone camera. A computer with Windows operating system is required for both, photography and autoguiding.
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11 Cleaning and maintenance
• Before cleaning the device, disconnect it from the power supply (remove plug or remove batteries)!
• Only clean the device externally using a dry cloth. Do not use cleaning solution to prevent damage
to the electronic parts.
NOTICE!The following steps must be performed in a clean environment to prevent dust or
other dirt from entering the camera.
1. If ice crystals form on the viewing window of the camera sensor when cooling is on, the moisture
that has penetrated can be removed as follows:
2. Allow the camera to dry for at least 12 hours in a dry environment with a minimum of 20°C room
temperature.
3. Remove the housing lock of the camera with a suitable screwdriver.
8 ST4 socket on control panel
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4. NOTICE!Do not open the oven door during the following procedure!
5. Place the camera in a household oven at 80°C (circulating air) for 5 hours. Then reduce the temperature to 50°C for another hour
6. Switch off the oven after heating and wait until the oven has returned to room temperature.
7. CAUTION!Risk of burns! Wear suitable protective gloves when removing the camera from
the oven!
8. Remove the camera from the oven. Replace the housing lock and screw it in place.
9. NOTICE!Before fitting the housing lock, check that the small sealing ring is in perfect condi-
tion and correctly seated. Tighten the screw plugs by hand only.
The camera is now ready for use again.
12 Disposal
Dispose of the packaging materials properly, according to their type, such as paper or cardboard. Contact your local waste-disposal service or environmental authority for information
on the proper disposal.
Do not dispose of electronic devices in the household garbage!
As per Directive 2012/19/EC of the European Parliament on waste electrical and electronic
equipment and its adaptation into German law, used electronic devices must be collected
separately and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
13 EC Declaration of Conformity
Explore Scientific GmbH has issued a "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with applicable guidelines and corresponding standards. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.bresser.de/download/0510500
0510510 0510520/CE/0510500 0510510 0510520_CE.pdf
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14 Technical data
Item no. 0510500 Item no. 0510510 Item no. 0510520
Camera type: ASTRO Camera
16.0MP ATR3CMOS16000KPA
Data output: Images and video Data output: Images and video Data output: Images and video
Image sensor: Panasonic
NM34230PLI CMOS Color
Sensor
Adjustable resolution:
4648x3506 / 2304x1750 /
1536x1168
Adjustable binning: 1x1 / 2x2 /
3x3
Frame rate per second (FPS):
22,5).
Physical sensor size in pixels: x Physical sensor size in pixels: x Physical sensor size in pixels:
Megapixels: 16 MP Megapixels: 1.7 MP Megapixels: 7.1 MP
Sensor size: 17.6 x 13.3 mm
(4/3 in.)
Pixel size: 3.8 µm x 3.8 µm Pixel size: 9 µm x 9 µm Pixel size: 4.5 µm x 4.5 µm
Bit depth: 12 bit Bit depth: 12 bit Bit depth: 12 bit
Flange focal length: 17.5 mm Flange focal length: 17.5 mm Flange focal length: 17.5 mm
Shutter type: Rolling shutter Shutter type: Global Shutter Shutter type: Global Shutter
Internal camera memory: DDR
3 RAM
Thermoelectric cooling with fan:
Yes, up to 40°C below ambient
temperature
Adjustable exposure times:
150µs up to 60min
Operating temperature: -10 to
+50°C (30-80% RLH)
Cable length USB 3.0: 150cm Cable length USB 3.0: 150cm Cable length USB 3.0: 150cm
DC cable length power adapter:
200cm
CNC machined aluminium
housing
Camera diameter: 80mm;
length: 102mm
Camera weight: 0.53 kg Camera weight: 0.53 kg Camera weight: 0.53 kg
Camera connection diameter:
2.0 inch ( 50.8mm)
Camera connection thread: T2
(M42x0,75mm)
Filter thread: Yes, 2.0 inch in
receptacle
Camera connection to PC: USB
3.0
Camera type: ASTRO Camera
1.7MP ATR3CMOS01700KPA
Image sensor: SONY Exmor
IMX432 CMOS Colour Sensor
Adjustable resolution:
1600x1100
Adjustable binning: 1x1 Adjustable binning: 1x1 / 2x2
Frame rate per second (FPS):
94
Sensor size: 14.4 x 9.9 mm
(1.1 inch)
Internal camera memory: DDR
3 RAM
Thermoelectric cooling with fan:
Yes, up to 40°C below ambient
temperature
Adjustable exposure times:
150µs up to 60min
Operating temperature: -10 to
+50°C (30-80% RLH)
DC cable length power adapter:
200cm
CNC machined aluminium
housing
Camera diameter: 80mm;
length: 102mm
Camera connection diameter:
2.0 inch ( 50.8mm)
Camera connection thread: T2
(M42x0,75mm)
Filter thread: Yes, 2.0 inch in
receptacle
Camera connection to PC: USB
3.0
Camera type: ASTRO Camera
7.1MP ATR3CMOS07100KPA
Image sensor: SONY Exmor
IMX428 CMOS Color Sensor
Adjustable resolution:
3200x2200
Frame rate per second (FPS):
51
3200 x 2200 / 1600 x 1100
Sensor size: 14.4 x 9.9 mm
(1.1 inch)
Internal camera memory: DDR
3 RAM
Thermoelectric cooling with fan:
Yes, up to 40°C below ambient
temperature
Adjustable exposure times:
150µs up to 60min
Operating temperature: -10 to
+50°C (30-80% RLH)
DC cable length power adapter:
200cm
CNC machined aluminium
housing
Camera diameter: 80mm;
length: 102mm
Camera connection diameter:
2.0 inch ( 50.8mm)
Camera connection thread: T2
(M42x0,75mm)
Filter thread: Yes, 2.0 inch in
receptacle
Camera connection to PC: USB
3.0
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Built-in USB hub with 2 x USB
2.0 sockets
Power supply: Power adapter
12 Volt 3.0 Ampere included
Software EXPLORE Capture
included
Camera driver and ASCOM
driver included
Operating system: WINDOWS
7, 8 and 10
PC requirements: CPU Intel
Core2 2.8Ghz or higher / 2 GB
Ram / USB 3.0
Built-in USB hub with 2 x USB
2.0 sockets
Power supply: Power adapter
12 Volt 3.0 Ampere included
Software EXPLORE Capture
included
Camera driver and ASCOM
driver included
Operating system: WINDOWS
7, 8 and 10
PC requirements: CPU Intel
Core2 2.8Ghz or higher / 2 GB
Ram / USB 3.0
Built-in USB hub with 2 x USB
2.0 sockets
Power supply: Power adapter
12 Volt 3.0 Ampere included
Software EXPLORE Capture
included
Camera driver and ASCOM
driver included
Operating system: WINDOWS
7, 8 and 10
PC requirements: CPU Intel
Core2 2.8Ghz or higher / 2 GB
Ram / USB 3.0
Field of view for different focal lengths in arc minutes
and degrees:
400 mm - 151´x 114´ (2.5 x 1.9
degrees)
500 mm - 121´x 91´ (2.0 x 1.5
degrees)
600 mm - 101´x 76´ (1.7 x 1.3
degrees)
700 mm - 86´x 65´ (1.4 x 1.1
degrees)
800 mm - 76´x 57´ (1.3 x 0.9
degrees)
900 mm - 67´x 51´ (1.1 x 1.9
degrees)
1000 mm - 61´x 46´ (1.0 x 0.8
degrees)
1250 mm - 48´x 37´ (0.8 x 0.6
degrees)
1500 mm - 40´x 30´ (0.7 x 0.5
degrees)
1750 mm - 35´x 26´ (0.6 x 0.4
degrees)
2000 mm - 30´x 23´ (0.5 x 0.4
degrees)
Field of view for different focal lengths in arc minutes
and degrees:
400 mm - 124´x 85´ (2.1 x 1.4
degrees)
500 mm - 99´x 68´ (1.7 x 1.1
degrees)
600 mm - 82´x 56´ (1.4 x 0.9
degrees)
700 mm - 70´x 49´ (1.2 x 0.8
degrees)
800 mm - 62´x 43´ (1.0 x 0.7
degrees)
900 mm - 55´x 38´ (0.9 x 0.6
degrees)
1000 mm - 49´x 34´ (0.8 x 0.6
degrees)
1250 mm - 40´x 27´ (0.7 x 0.5
degrees)
1500 mm - 55´x 23´ (0.6 x 0.4
degrees)
1750 mm - 28´x 19´ (0.5 x 0.3
degrees)
2000 mm - 25´x 17´ (0.4 x 0.3
degrees)
Field of view for different focal lengths in arc minutes
and degrees:
400 mm - 124´x 85´ (2.1 x 1.4
degrees)
500 mm - 99´x 68´ (1.7 x 1.1
degrees)
600 mm - 82´x 56´ (1.4 x 0.9
degrees)
700 mm - 70´x 49´ (1.2 x 0.8
degrees)
800 mm - 62´x 43´ (1.0 x 0.7
degrees)
900 mm - 55´x 38´ (0.9 x 0.6
degrees)
1000 mm - 49´x 34´ (0.8 x 0.6
degrees)
1250 mm - 40´x 27´ (0.7 x 0.5
degrees)
1500 mm - 55´x 23´ (0.6 x 0.4
degrees)
1750 mm - 28´x 19´ (0.5 x 0.3
degrees)
2000 mm - 25´x 17´ (0.4 x 0.3
degrees)
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e-mail).
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Service
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met het service centrum (bij voorkeur per e-mail).
e-mail: info@folux.nl
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o alguna eventual reclamación, le rogamos que se
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(de preferencia por e-mail).
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