Orion Parsec 8300 Astronomical Imaging Cameras

Full-frame 8.3 megapixel (8.5 effective) color/monochrome Kodak CCD chip
Cutting edge technology for today's serious CCD imager's demands
High performance at an affordable low price
Superior resolution with 8.3 megapixel (8.5 effective), square 5.4 micron x 5.4 micron Kodak
chip
Regulated dual-stage thermoelectric cooling and adjustable fan dramatically reduces thermal
noise
Internal full-frame memory buffer ensures reliable image downloads
Internal shutter means accurate dark frames can be taken automatically with no need to
cover telescope

Orion is pleased to introduce the next generation of premium CCD imagers: the Parsec
Astronomical Imaging Cameras. This bright new family features a full-frame 8.3 megapixel
(8.5 effective) Kodak CCD chip. You'll get amazing results and the highest resolution, all for a
modest investment.

The Parsec provides all the cutting edge technology and features that today's serious CCD
imager demands, such as regulated dual-stage cooling, internal shutter, internal full-frame 32
megabyte memory buffer, and more. And still, it remains amazingly affordable.

You get the highest performance, but at a significantly lower price. Its compact size (4x4"
wide, 3" long) provides a sleek fit for virtually any imaging telescope configuration. The high
performance Parsec is built around the CCD chip's square 5.4 micron x 5.4 micron pixel size
for superior resolution using Kodak's microlens technology for maximum sensitivity.
Regulated dual-stage thermoelectric cooling (TEC) and adjustable fan dramatically reduces
thermal noise. Accurate dark frames can be taken automatically. Thanks to the internal
shutter there's no need to cover the telescope! The internal full-frame memory buffer ensures
reliable image downloads every time, through a USB-2.0 connection (10' USB cable and 10'
power cable compatible with 12 volt DC cigarette lighter sockets included).

The Parsec 8300C features a color imaging CCD chip. It has standard T-threads on the
camera body, a removable 2" nosepiece threaded for filters, an included custom hard carrying
case, and a free full version 30-day trial of MaxIm DL Pro software for camera control and
image processing. Parsec cameras feature 16 bit A/D conversion. Windows XP, 7 and Vista
32 bit and 64 bit compatible. ASCOM compatible. Never before has CCD imaging offered so
much at such a reasonable price. The Parsec is a small package (32 oz.) that packs a huge
imaging wallop.

Product Specifications:
Imaging sensor Kodak KAF-8300 with microlensing, color
Imaging sensor size 17.96mm x 13.52mm
Pixel array 3326 x 2504 (8,328,304 total)
Pixel size 5.4 x 5.4
Imaging chip Single Shot Color close × Short for "charge-coupled device," an Imaging chip is
a light-sensitive electronic detector used in making astronomical images. Sensitive over a
wide range of wavelengths, and much more efficient than film in gathering light, Imaging Chips
are often used to image extremely faint objects.
Autoguider capability Yes
Exposure range 0.002 sec to infinite
A/D conversion 16 bit
Thermoelectric cooling Yes
IR filter Yes
Mounting 2" nozzle or t-thread
USB connection High-speed 2.0
Software compatibility Windows XP/Vista
Weight (oz.) 32.00

Included Items:
10' USB cable
10' power cable
Hard carry case with die-cut foam insert

The Parsec 8300M features a monochrome imaging CCD chip, capable of performing
advanced tri-color imaging techniques with proper filters. It has standard T-threads on the
camera body, removable 2" nosepiece threaded for filters, an included custom hard carrying
case, and a free full version 30-day trial of MaxIm DL Pro software for camera control and
image processing. Parsec cameras feature 16 bit A/D conversion. Windows XP, 7 and Vista
32 bit and 64 bit compatible. ASCOM compatible.

Prices:
Parsec 8300M - £2199 + £10.00 shipping & insurance
Parsec 8300C - £2099 + £10.00 shipping & insurance

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