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Foreword
Welcome to the MallinCam Universe!
The new MallinCam Universe represents years of research and design to develop a color
astronomical CCD camera that is capable of live constant refresh to provide a near real-time
experience of your celestial targets. Such capability was previously only available with sensitive
astronomical video imagers, such as the MallinCam Xtreme. But unlike most video cameras, the
Universe utilizes an APS-C size 6.1 megapixel scientific-grade CCD sensor, which provides a
much larger field of view. The constant refresh image display is ideal for those who wish to use
the camera as a live observing system, as well as a highly capable imager. Instant processing is
done on-the-fly with features such as: full histogram adjustment, gamma range and contrast
adjustments, and automatic or manual white balance color control. And switching between color
and monochrome views requires only a single click.
The unique Hyper Circuit system found on all other MallinCam imaging cameras has been
included in the Universe. This allows the camera to deliver a total variable gain of 26 dB and a
dynamic range of 80 dB, with a signal-to-noise ratio of 60 dB.
The Universe is fully USB 2.0 controlled, including image transfer. A thermo-electric cooling
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system and sealed sensor chamber allow the sensor to reach –45
C below the ambient
temperature to ensure extremely low noise and dark current. In most cases, shooting dark frames
for noise reduction during image processing is not generally required. Obtaining high-quality
publication grade images is now possible and easier than ever with the MallinCam Universe!
NGC7635: MallinCam Universe image courtesy of Chris Appleton
MallinCam Universe - User's Guide v1.05
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