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Atik Series 3 User Manual
Version 1.5 – July 2015

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  • Page 1 Atik Series 3 User Manual Version 1.5 – July 2015...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction ..........................3 1.1 Further information ......................3 2. Pack Contents ..........................4 3. Getting to know your camera ..................... 5 3.1 Camera Parts ......................... 5 3.2 Sensor ........................... 5 3.3 Optical Window ........................6 3.4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) ..................6 3.5 Power Consumption ......................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Atik camera so please take the time to read it thoroughly and you'll soon be ready to discover new worlds. Atik Cameras provide exceptional value for money, superior performance and unparalleled ease of use. They are the result of extensive research and development, each one having been designed and built with the requirements of the most demanding astro-imager in mind.
  • Page 4: Pack Contents

    2. Pack Contents This pack includes: 1. Atik Series 3 camera 2. USB cable 3. Car lighter type power cable 4. CD with software and manuals 5. Quick start guide Page 4...
  • Page 5: Getting To Know Your Camera

    3. Getting to know your camera 3.1 Camera Parts ST-4 compatible autoguider port 2.1mm centre-positive 12V DC input 1.25” nosepiece with T2 (M42 x 0.75mm pitch) thread USB port 3.2 Sensor The sensors used in the Atik series 3 cameras are listed below: Monochrome Colour Atik 314L+...
  • Page 6: Optical Window

    3.3 Optical Window The optical window used in front of the CCD is a BK7 with BBAR coatings on both sides ensuring that no reflection will appear in your image. 3.4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) The Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) is a 16-bit ADC. 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.
  • Page 7: Cooling

    3.8 Cooling Atik cameras are thermally stabilized to allow your CCD to output the best result that it can deliver. The very low readout noise, combined with efficient cooling, means that dark frames are not necessary in most situations, allowing you to spend more time imaging and less time taking calibration frames.
  • Page 8: Technical Information Summary

    4. Technical Information Summary Atik 314L+ Atik320E Image sensor Sony ICX285 Sony ICX274 Resolution 1392x1040 pixels 1620x1220 pixels Pixel size (um) 6,45x6,45 4.4x4.4μm 16 bit 16 bit Readout noise (Typ.) 4 e- 4 e- Cooling Delta Regulated cooler Water assist Maximum exposure Unlimited Unlimited...
  • Page 9: Declaration Of Conformity

    5. Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity This product carries the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directive. CE Marking is the responsibility of: Perseu, SA R. Dr. Agostinho Neto, 1D 2690-576 Sta Iria da Azoia Portugal Critical Applications This product is not designed for any “critical applications”.
  • Page 10: Servicing And Repairs

    This means that Atik Cameras will repair or replace the equipment at its sole option, at no charge to the purchaser for parts or for labour, if the fault is reported within the guarantee period, provided however that Atik Cameras is able to duplicate the defect or problem at its facilities.

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