DFK 41AF02.AS FireWire CCD Camera.

Resolution of 1280 x 960 pixels
The telescope camera DFK 41AF02.AS exceeds with its high resolution (1280 x 960 pixels).
Additionally, the DFK 41AF02.AS can output these high resolutions images at a speed of up
to 15 frames per second. Using the shipped software - IC Capture.AS - you can capture
lossless and uncompressed images sequences as AVI files.

Fast display of color images
Using the original images from the CCD (RAW format) for visualization purposes does not
make much sense. Only after color interpolation, is it possible to view the images in common
formats. The bandwidth required when transferring interpolated images is considerably
broader than when transferring the original RAW formatted images. The CCD camera DFK
41AF02.AS allows color interpolation to be switched off, thus achieving 15 color frames per
second. In this case, color interpolation is performed by IC Capture.AS on the host computer.
Alternatively, should color interpolation not be desirable at all, AVI files can be written in
RAW format.

Sony® color CCD
The astro CCD camera DFK 41AF02.AS deploys the color CCD ICX205AK, manufactured by
Sony®. This chip has a 1/2" format and 1280 x 960 pixel resolution. Even at long exposure
times, its noise is minimal. Thanks to the high quality of the ICX205AK, it is often used in
scientific image processing applications.

IR cut filter
Unlike the human eye, CCDs are sensitive to near infrared light (wavelengths over 700nm). It
is often not desirable to capture light that is in the near infrared range. Indeed, such light often
disturbs an otherwise perfect shot. Therefore, the CCD camera DFK 41AF02.AS ships with
an IR cut filter.

Fast data transfer via FireWire
The telescope camera DFK 41AF02.AS outputs high resolution images, without compression
at high speed. This results in large amounts of data being generated. In order to transfer
these to the host PC, a very fast bus is required. Hence, the camera is fitted with a FireWire
connector.

Shipped software for Windows®
This camera ships with the camera driver IC WDM DCAM TIS and the control software IC
Capture.AS.

Specifications:
Product Code DFK 41AF02.AS
Type color FireWire camera with IR cut filter
Purpose astronomy FireWire CCD Imager for Telescope Astrophotography
Connection FireWire
Manufacturer The Imaging Source
Sensor CCD
Type progressive scan
Sensor specification Sony ICX205AK PDF
Format 1/2"
Resolution 1280 x 960 pixel
Dynamic range 8 bit
Exposure time 1/10000 s to 60 minutes
Gain 0 dB to 36 dB
FPS @ Max resolution 15 fps
Video formats @ Frame rate 1280 x 960, BY8 (RAW) @ 15, 7.5, 3.75 fps
1280 x 960, UYVY @ 7.5, 3.75 fps
Lens mount C/CS-mount
Supply voltage 8 V to 30 V via the FireWire cable
Current consumption approx 200 mA @ 12 VDC
Dimensions (H x W x L) 50.6 mm x 50.6 mm x 50 mm
Mass 265 g
Max. temperature (operation) -5 °C to 45 °C
Max. temperature (storage) -20 °C to 60 °C
Max. humidity (operation) 20 % to 80 %
Max. humidity (storage) 20 % to 95 %

Price - £619.00 + £7.50 p&p.

Firewire Cables (not included).

CA-1394-64/PJ/2 - £35.00
CA-1394-66/1.8 - £13.00

Please see the Firewire Cables PDF File in our Library for information about choosing the
right cable.

A C-Mount to 1.25" Push-Fit Adapter is supplied with the camera. A T-C Mount adapter is
available separately for £22.00.

Win a FREE DMK 21AF04.AS Camera at www.astronomycamerascompetition.com/en/win/

USB 2.0 Model. Requires Windows XP.
DFK 41AU02.AS USB Camera - £619.00 + £7.50 shipping & insurance.

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