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A computer is not required to use the SSHD as the manual buttons on rear of camera controls all functions. However the included camera control software enables a much more convenient method to control the SSHD camera features by use of buttons, sliders and drop down menus. The included video capture device enables the user to view and capture live video in SD format on their computers.
In order to view on a standard TV (SD): • Connect one end of BNC cable to HD-SDI output on back of SSHD. • Connect other end of BNC cable to the HD-SDI IN on the HDMI Convertor box. • Connect 24V power adapter to HDMI Convertor box. • The red LED on camera will light up to show that the camera is receiving power. • Connect RCA cable to SSHD by connecting RCA cable to CVBS output using RCA to BNC adapter. • Plug opposite end of RCA cable into TV RCA input. • Select RCA input channel on TV.
1. HD Video Out (SDI) 2. SD Video Out (CVBS) 3. Power In DC-Jack (disabled – power comes from BNC cable instead) 4. Power On LED 5. “Center” Button 6. “Up” Button 7. ”Down” Button 8. ”Left” Button 9. ”Right” Button 10. RS-485: not used – control comes from BNC cable instead) Figure 5. Rear of Camera Figure 6.
• If no COM port exist on computer (such as the case in most laptops) then use included USB to RS-232 adapter and drivers. See the USB to Serial device manual for details. • Run HD Camera control software. Figure 7. Com Port settings. • Select COM PORT (number will vary according to your computer see below) and select open COM Port (Figure 7). Figure 10. Submenus. • The SSHD can now be controlled via computer.
Figure 13. Presets. Presets (Figure 13) Quick Button Shortcuts Five preset button icons are available as shortcuts to setting multiple parameters at the same time. Pressing the icon button will set multiple parameters to enable quick setup times and helps tailor camera settings to best match user’s telescope configuration. Users can modify settings within the submenus and then press the save button for the software to assign current settings to that particular Preset button.
For bright solar system objects such as the Moon and planets sense up should be set at a minimum or off and the fixed shutter speed should be set to the fastest speed possible to prevent blurring due to atmospheric conditions. Low light objects require a high value sense up setting such as 8 seconds.
Auto Panning When Auto Pan Mode is selected adjust the Auto X Speed and Auto Pan Y Speed sliders to control the speed of the panning search. Cross Hair When button active displays white cross hairs on screen to aid in centering target or to point to desired position on screen. Select On button to activate. Use X and Y sliders to position cross hair. Press Center button to re-center cross hairs. Misc Figure 16. The Utility menu.
2. Setup SSHD and viewing device as explained in viewing on TV or Computer section. Barlow to the telescope to increase magnification is not uncommon for planetary imaging (Figure 17). The planets and other solar system objects are relatively bright and can be imaged with a darker or “slower” focal ratio. 3. Remove the eyepiece and insert the SSHD (with 1.25" nosepiece) into the 1.25" eyepiece holder on your telescope.
Terrestrial Imaging Nature and scenic imaging is possible with the SSHD when used with a telescope or wide field lens. Use the X and Y flip when image is reversed or upside down. When using with a telescope the aperture may need to be stopped down (reduced in size) in order to reduce the brightness during daytime. Figure 18. Lunar imaging. Additionally, the individual images may be very soft since if you’re imaging at high power, with or without the use of a Barlow.
select the best frames to combine for best results and can also reject the poorest frames. Use the digital zoom feature to aid in focusing. First zoom in on the target, focus, then zoom back out. Refocus often throughout your imaging session. This ensures at least some of your images will have an excellent focus. It is also not uncommon for telescope movements to alter the focus slightly, so be sure to refocus for any new astroimaging targets.
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Specifications Camera Sensor: Sharp color CCD Sensor Sensor format: 1/3" Resolutions: 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 720 x 480 Pixel Size: 3.75µm x 3.75µm Exposure Range: 1/10000s to 8s Frame Rate: Selectable 30/60 FPS A/D Conversion: 16 bit IR Cut filter: Yes Mounting: 1.25" nose piece One-Year Limited Warranty This Orion product is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
