The combination of atiks highly regarded 314 platform and kodaks kaf 8300 has also proved reliable and effective. I have read that optimal sampling should be within the 2 3 fwhm range. Hi i have recently installed a kodlix mini computer on top of my scope to reduce usb cable length and movement. The atik 460ex is the new standard of modern ccd cameras. Atik 460ex cooled monochrome ccd camera ships free opt. Atik explains this as being similar to turning up the volume on a radio, bringing out fainter details at the expense of stronger signals. The atik infinity camera is the first one dedicated to video astronomy, featuring the speed and sensitivity necessary to take quality astronomical video. The generous 6,45 m pixel size makes it perfect for deep sky imaging and suitable across a broad range of.
I can recall that my former atik 460exm was downloading faster, i believe in some 45 seconds not 100% sure at the moment as i cant verify it now having my 460 sold. Astrobin is an image hosting website specifically targeted to astrophotographers. The atik 414ex is a truly impressive camera, which will bring you joy for many years. Featuring the latest generation exview technology, this. Atik 460ex monochrome ccd camera w sony icx694 sensor atk0100. A space optimized housing is combined with a sensitive camera sensor and a powerful cooling system down to 30 c below ambient temperature. Robtics telescoopwinkel met showroom en webshop atik 460ex monochrome ccd camera. Included with your atik 460ex is a new image processing software by atik called dawn. Mostly captured and stacked in maximdl, stitched in registar and processed in photoshop cs2. For the very popular ccd camera atik 460ex, the measured electronic gain is 0.
I currenly use 2 scopes that have 800 mm and 450 mm fl. The atik 460ex features an outstanding quantum efficiency, very low noise. Exclusively available as a oneshot colour osc, this is an ideal match for hyperstar systems and short focal length telescopes. The atik 490ex is the highest resolution atik to date, and one of the most flexible ones. Made by an astrophotographer, for the astrophotographers. The models 460ex and 490ex are scopes the best choice for larger sc or rctele. The atik 460ex offers the the latest and greatest of sonys ccds, the icx694. Featuring the latest generation sony exview had ccd ii technology in an area over twice as large than before, this camera has an outstanding quantum efficiency, very low noise and excellent thermal management. The small 3,69 m pixels are ideal for shortmid focal length telescope, while performing at multiple binning levels. It features the brand new icx825, the much awaited successor to the venerable icx285. I have come across a problem with windows 10 pro which is preinstalled on the kodlix and main sequence prosgp and my atik 414ex camera. Atik 460ex color ccd camera w sony icx694 sensor atk0101. Featuring the latest generation exview technology, this camera has an outstanding quantum efficiency, very low noise and excellent thermal management. Atik 460ex monochrome ccd camera w sony icx694 sensor.
It just keeps waiting forever, and i only notice thanks to the gns. Whether you are just starting out with your first ccd camera or are graduating up to a camera with one of the latest sony sensors, atik has something for you. The atik 490ex cooled monochrome ccd camera has a high quantum efficiency, very low noise and embedded sony exview. This model is an ideal match to telescopes commonly used by amateurs, up to bigger scts or rcs. Much like the atik cameras, dawn was designed from the ground up to be powerful and easy to use. Im seriously considering selling my qsi and moving to a 694 based camera. Bk7 glass, which was vergutetet both sides broadband antireflection bbar. Atik cameras available with a variety of sensors for. Atik filter wheels and off axis guider new atik metal off axis guider oag yes, metal design not plastic new low price. Utilising a sony icx694 sensor complete with exview technology for outstanding quantum efficiency and generous sky coverage, the 460ex is also one of the most versatile astrophotography cameras around, wellsuited to a large range of telescopes ranging from the amateur to the professional. Nov 22, 2018 the download speed from the camera to pc is pleasingly fast especially given that the individual frames are 31mb each and that we used our existing usb 2 connections. Regular software updates mean that you can enjoy new features and functions as our technology evolves. For a limited time, when you buy any new monochrome atik or qsi camera except the atik lp you will be eligible to purchase your choice of one atik. Housed in an advanced body with internal filter wheel, the one 6.
I get less problems not zero though if i run usb directly to computer, not via usb hub. Featuring a color sony icx694 exview had sensor, the atik 460ex ccd camera is an ideal match to telescopes commonly used by amateurs, up to bigger scts and rcs. The atik cameras of series 4 connect electronically regulated cooling with low power. Those who have already gained experience in astrophotography and is looking for an upgrade, is correct in these models. Artemis with atik 460ex fails to connect on startup. But since maxim works with hub as i see it problem is with camera driver probably. Atik ccd cameras for astrophotography europes leading specialist manufacturer of cooled ccd cameras for astronomy and astrophotography. I am planning to buy a new ccd to do some photometry. Features of the one integrated and powerful, the atik one series embodies atiks. Atik 460ex mono er et mellemformat ccd kamera som bruger son ys icx694 exview mono ccd som har ca.
Utilising a sony icx694 sensor complete with exview technology for outstanding quantum efficiency and generous sky coverage, the 460ex is also one of the most versatile astrophotography cameras around. The atik 414ex narrow footprint means that is can be used on fastarhyperstar configurations, with zero obstruction even on the 6. The atik 460ex sony icx694 sensor combination delivers more than twice the pixels than the sony icx674 presented in the atik 428ex. Its excellent sensitivity, and the possibility of binning while maintaining high pixel counts makes it a great camera for deepsky astrophotography. Hi, sgpro is working flawlessly for me, except sometimes it just hangs up when image downloading. Atik cameras available with a variety of sensors for deep. Atik 460ex monochrome ccd camera w sony icx694 sensor atk0100 by. The 12 megapixel sensor of the atik 4120ex is the ideal solution for capturing stunning high resolution deep sky images. The atik 490ex combines high resolution imaging with the incredible sensitivity of the sony icx814 sensor and the versatility of the 4series design. Atik cameras are available with a variety of sensors and deep cooling to suit your astrophotography needs, be it deep sky imaging or live viewing. Atik 460ex and other icx694 based cameras ccdcmos astro. The great part about this software is its ability to enable a sequence of imageprocessing steps to be represented in the form of a pictorial workflow. Tried the latest beta, and some older version, same problem.
It also features the same exview had ccd ii that is used on the 428ex, 460ex and 490ex, which combined with the larger pixel size makes it. With the combination of fast and apo this atik of series 4 successful. Atik has also developed highlyacclaimed software that is included with our cameras. The qsi is a very nice camera but there are a few little things that have begun to irritate me now that the newness has worn off. The camera doesnt always connect when i bring up sgp and connect the equipment in the sequence panel. Atik ccd cameras land squarely in the sweet spot of quality, features and value that most astro imagers are looking for. This means that your atik instruments 16ic camera will allow you to record subtle levels of gray providing you enhanced dynamic range when capturing an image. Atik 460ex cooled color ccd camera financing ships free. The atik 490ex cooled monochrome ccd camera has powerful quantum efficiency, very low noise and excellent thermal management made possible from the embedded sony exview had ccd ii technology. This software is compatible with all cameras in the atik range, making it easy to upgrade. Over the last few months a huge amount has been written about this ccd, justifying its place in astronomers hearts. A great deal has been written about this affordable ccd which has made multimegapixel cooled cameras much more accessible.
The atik 420 and atik 450 are ideally suited for shortfocus refractors. The optical window is made of bk7 glass, which was vergutetet both sides broadband antireflection bbar. The core software installer installs all the software you need to operate an atik camera using our control program, capture, or a thirdparty program, including ascom drivers. I have the exact same problem with my atik 460ex when using sgp. The atik 414ex is the most sensitive cooled ccd camera in our range. The new atik 460ex ccd camera features the new sony icx694 sensor with the same exview had ccd ii technology present in the atik 428ex but with more than twice the number of pixels and, most importantly, over twice the image sensor area 12. Atik ccd cameras for astrophotography skies unlimited llc. M1 crab nebula m2 m3 m4 m5 m6 butterfly cluster m7 the scorpions tail m8 lagoon nebula m9 m10 m11 wild duck cluster m12 m hercules globular cluster m14 m15 m16 associated with the eagle nebula m17 omega. The download speed from the camera to pc is pleasingly fast especially given that the individual frames are 31mb each and that we used our existing usb 2 connections. The 460ex is a flagship of the atik camera range, renowned for its perfect balance of sensitivity and resolution. Taking the next step in the astroimaging ccd revolution is the atik 460ex featuring the sony icx694 sensor with the latest generation sony exview had ccd ii technology.
Dieser fastmodus kann aber auch bis zu 100 fps erreichen, wenn man. Atik 460 monochrome ccd camerathe atik 460ex offers the the latest and greatest of sonys ccds, the icx694. The efficiency improved even more when we connected the horizon using the usb 3 cable, which demonstrates the benefit of 256mb of onboard memory. Maxim has less demands on camera driver since it is single threaded. With the combination of fast and apo this atik of series 4 successful highresolution wideangle shots and at a good price. Practical astrophotography volume 1 issue 3 by practical. Top offers and service from teleskop service the german general distributor.
Atik 460ex color ccd camera w sony icx694 sensor featuring a color sony icx694 exview had sensor, the atik 460ex ccd camera is an ideal match to telescopes commonly used by amateurs, up to bigger scts and rcs the sony icx694 exview had sensor has a. Very fast download speed of around 5 seconds per frame at 1. This camera features the highly acclaimed sony icx694 sensor with 4. Due to the compact camera housing and the low waste heat, this camera is the optimal solution for any system where the camera is in primary focus. Due to their slim housing and low heat emission all atik camera series are ideal for the hyperstar and fastar system of celestron, and for all. Some feedback on new infinity software and atik 460ex. Atik 460ex monochrome ccd camera taking the next step in the astroimaging ccd revolution is the. All these features are offered together with an excellent cooling system and to a light, compact body, perfect for use with any type of telescope. Low weight also keeps the stress on the corrector plate to a bare minimum.
Jan 19, 2015 the new atik 460ex ccd camera features the new sony icx694 sensor with the same exview had ccd ii technology present in the atik 428ex but with more than twice the number of pixels and, most importantly, over twice the image sensor area 12. The atik 460ex offers arguably one of greatest of sonys ccds, the icx694, ideal for high sensitivity, outstanding qe and low noise astrophotography. Using the same camera, same everything actually with maximdl never had a. The atik cameras of series 4 connect electronically regulated cooling with low power consumption and slim, lightweight design. The bubble nebula, ngc7635 with ngc7538 and m52 mark l mitchell. The atik 460ex is renowned for its perfect balance of sensitivity and resolution. Atik horizon ii mono ccdkamera intercon spacetec alles fur. The new atik 460ex ccd camera features the new sony icx694 sensor with the same exview had ccd ii technology present in the atik 428ex but with more. The atik 460ex provides a 6 megapixel ccd sensor with a 2200x2750 pixel array, all in a very compact and lightweight package. 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.
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