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> 0.5X FOCAL REDUCER

> INFRA RED BLOCK FILTER

> ADAPTER

> ATK-MFW

Model: Atik 0.5x Focal Reducer

Description :

When used with the phillips webcam this simple and cost effective device works as a .5x reducer. When coupled with the "shortie" adaptor and a Mintron or Watec it functions as a .66x reducer. This reduction ratio is very useful for deep sky performance on most reflectors and refractors of the F4-F8 range. I have found that larger instruments (above 6") benefit most from the reduction in the F ratio. Adding the C/CS adaptor supplied with each video camera results in a reduction of about .6x, but requires more focuser in-travel than many instruments can deliver, without modification.Higher focal ratio instruments such as SCT's and MCT's are better off with the long telescope adapter. Using the focal reducer in this situation can result in a focal reduction of around .4x. Achieving focus is not usually a problem with these instruments. F10 + telescopes are transformed for deep sky work by a large reduction in the focal ratio.

Model: Atik Infra Red Blocking Filter

Description :

Sharpens star images, especially in telescope systems using lenses, works for both the video cameras, and the webcam. Colour fidelity when using the webcam is much improved.

Model: Atik Adapter

Description :

Also available are extra filter supports, to avoid having to change the filters on the support. This way, you can have all your filters with it’s own support.

Model: ATK-MFW Manual Filter Wheel

Description :

This is a very thin (19.5mm) unit, with filter 5 positions, and “clicks” on every position. It’s lightweight (~260g), and it will work with virtually any existing filter.

The filter wheel will have T-threads on both sides, and will include a 1.25” adapter and a lockable T-male to T-male adapter.

Specification :

CCD: Sony ICX-285AL

Resolution: 1390x1040

Bit Depth: 16 bit

Pixel Size: 6.45x6.45 micron

Cooling: Thermo-electric, Delta T of -20ºC ambient

USB 1.1 (Full frame download: 15sec)

Sub-frame windowing (<1sec download possible)

Power: 0.8mA @ 12V DC

Standard Accessories :

Camera body with 1.25” adapter

3 meter USB cable

1.8 meter battery power connector (Car lighter plug)

CD-ROM with drivers, software and User’s manual (PDF)

Quickstart guide (paper)

High quality Pelican carry case

The camera will include a proprietary software for image capture, but both Maxim DL and AstroArt plug-in will also be supplied.