SVBONY SV405CC DSO Cooled 11.7Mp CMOS Color Astronomy Camera User Manual

SVBONY SV405CC DSO Cooled 11.7Mp CMOS Color Astronomy Camera

To Customers

Hello. friends! You can download SV405CC User Manual pdf file or print this file. SVBONY has the rights to modify this document without prior notice. Please download the latest version from our official website. Thanks for purchasing your new SVBONY astronomy camera! This manual will give you a brief introduction of the SV405CC camera. Please read this manual completely before using it. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/svbony
For software installation instructions and other technical support, please email us: [email protected] 

Package List

1. Camera Bag x 1
2. SV405CC Astronomy Camera x 1
3. M42 Camera Cap x 1
4. Sponge Washer x 3
5. 1.25-inch Camera Cap x 1
6. 1.25-inch T-barrel x 1
7. M42-M48F-16.5L x 1
8. M42-M42F-21 L x 1
9. T2-1.25-inch Adapter x 1
10. User Manual x 1
11. Power Adapter x 1
12. USB3.0 Data Cable x 1

Camera Appearance Introduction

Camera Specification

2-Stage Refrigeration

19| Digital Noise Reduction| Support
20| ROI| Any Resolution Supported
21| Pixel Binning| BIN1,BIN2,BIN3 ,BIN4
22| Operating System| Vl/indows, Linux.

MAC OS, Raspberry Pi

23| Protective Window Optical Glass| AR Coating
24| Camera Interface Specifications| 2′ I 1 25′ /M42X0.75
25| Back Intercept| 7 5mm
26| Working Cu rrent| <300MA
27| Stand-by Current| <30MA

Camera Software Installation Settings

Camera Driver Installation

1. Driver Download
   You can download the latest drrver from the SVBONY official website: https://www.svbonycomlSupportlSoltWare-Dnverl

2. Install the Wndows Driver

3. Double-clicl< the driver installation package. select the language, and enter the installation page

4. Click install and wait for completion

5. Check the driver installation. After the installation is complete. connect the camera to the USB port of the computer via a USB cable. and the camera will automatically recognize it

6. Check the camera status in the device manager
   Note: Please do not connect the camera before installing the driver

Image Software Installation

1. Installation and Use of Image Software
2. Use the Sharpcap software to download the latest version from the sharp cap official website.
3. Click install. set the installation path (default). and the installation Is complete
4. After the installation is complete, perform a preliminary test. Open the software, find the model of Svbony Camera in the camera drop-down menu and click connect
5. Set the Image storage path
6. The introductory operation guide of sharp cap can be viewed in the “Help” option of the software. At the same time, the download of PDF fonnat files is provided under “Documents” on the homepage of sharpcap official website, which can be downloaded and studied

Checking of the Image Software

1. Check the frame rate
2. Remove the camera dust cover. adjust the exposure time. and the preview interface will have light and dark changes. indicating that the work is normal.

Using N.I.N.A

Turn on N .I.N .A —-Nighttime Imaging ‘N’ Astronomy. Connect via ASCOM driver Turn on the refrigerator to set the temperature.

Checking of the Image Software

1. Check the frame rate
2. Remove the camera dust cover, adjust the exposure time, and the preview interface will have light and dark changes, indicating that the work is normal.

Using N.1.N.A

Turn on N.I.N.A -Nighttime Imaging ‘N’ Astronomy. Connect via AS COM driver. Turn on the refrigerator to set the temperature. Set the exposure time to capture the image

How to Use the Camera

SV405CC can be connected to filters, telescopes, or camera lenses through adapters. Most adapters have already been included The rest adapters can be purchased directly from our official website
Official website link : http://wwwsvbony.com/

Accessories Connection Diagram

Connection Diagram of External Device

Structure Dimension Figure 

Performance Chart

OE Curve & Readout Noise
OE curve and readout noise are the most important parameters to measure camera performance. Higher OE and lower readout noise are necessary conditions to improve the image signal-to-noise ratio.

Readout noise includes pixel noise, circuit noise, and ADC quantization noise. The lower the readout noise, the better. As shown in the figure, the readout noise of the SV405CC is very low compared with conventional CCD cameras. Built-in HCG mode, which can effectwely reduce readout noise at high gain, so that the camera maintains the same wide dynamic range as at low gain. When the gain is 120, the HCG mode is automatically turned on, the readout noise is as low as 1.2e, and the dynamic range can still reach a level close to 14bit. The parameter settings are also different depending on your shooting target. Turn dawn the gain, the dynamic range will become larger, suitable for long exposures. Increase the gain, the readout noise will be further reduced, which is suitable for short exposure or lucky imaging.

Power Consumption

The SV405CC camera is a low-power camera. When the camera is powered by a USB cable, the maximum power consumption is 1.85W. But for cooling function, you need to use a 12V@5A power adapter (05. 5″2. Imm, center positive), or you can use a lithium battery (supports a wide range of 11V to 15V). The picture be law is the cooling efficiency diagram of our freezer camera. A cooling temperature difference of 30 degrees only requires a current of 0.5A.

TEC Cooling System

The TEC cooling system of the SV405CC camera can precisely control the temperature of the sensor. Different from the traditional CCD, the SV405CC camera has ultra-low readout noise, efficient cooling and adjustable gain. It is no longer necessary to use ultra-long exposures to capture targets, Which greatly reduces the requ rements for the camera system and guide star system However, if short exposures are used (e.g. less than 1 00ms), cooling has little effect on the image. The cooling system can be set to a minimum of 35~40°C below the ambient temperature (Tested based on ambient temperature of 30°C). Please note that the maximum temperature difference may fluctuate after
pro-longed use. Meanwhile, when the ambient temperature decreases, the cooling temperature difference will also decrease accordingly. The figure below is the dark current curve of the SV405CC sensor between -20°C and 35°C. 

AR Coating Filter

The SV405CC camera sensor is equipped with a protective window and uses an AR coated filter. 

AR Coating Filter
The SV405CC camera sensor is equipped with a protective window and uses an AR coated filter.

Other Special Functions

DDR High-speed Memory
The SV405CC camera has a built-in 256MB (2Gb) DDR3 high-speed memory to buffer image data to ensure stable data transmiS$On. And it can effectively reduce the glow effect caused by slow readout speed.

Ultra-short Back Intercept
The back intercept of the SV405CC can be shortened to 6.5mm, allowing compatibility with more devices and lenses.

Pixel Binning
The SV405CC camera supports Bin1, Bin2, Bin3, Bin4 software pixel binning modes.

Equipment Care and Maintenance

Protect the Refrigerator
Thermal shock should be avoided when using the camera. The so-called thermal shock refers to the internal strong stress that the refrigerator has to bear due to the principle of thermal expansion and contraction when the temperature of the refrigerator suddenly rises or falls. Severe thermal shock can shorten the life of the cooler or even damage it completely. Therefore, when you start U$ng the cooler to adjust the temperature of the CMOS, you should avoid turning on the cooler to maximum power at once. Instead, the power of the cooler should be gradually increased. Before disconnecting the power supply, if the power of the cooler is relatively high, the power of the cooler should be gradually reduced, and then disconnect the power supply.

CMOS Care and Maintenance
Cleaning of CMOS Sensors and Optical Window. If you find dust on the CMOS sensor, you can remove the front half of the camera. Then use the cleaning kit for DSLR camera sensors to clean the CMOS sensor. You must be careful when cleaning it You can also use a DSLR deaning tool or lens tissue to dean it. Be careful not to use too much force, because the coating of the CMOS sensor is very fragile and can be scratched easily. The general identification of whether the dust is on the sensor or on the window glass is as follows.

Dry Camera CMOS Chamber
The CMOS sensor is located in the CMOS cilamber. There is a hole on the side of the front of the camera. If moisture in the CMOS chamber fogs the sensor glass, you can dry 1t by connecting a silicone tube through this hole. Please put an effective silica gel desiccant in the silica gel stick and make sure that there is cotton inside to prevent silica gel from entering the CMOS chamber.

Prevent Fogging of Optical Windows in CMOS Sealed Chamber
If the ambient humidity is very high, the optical window of the CMOS sealed cilamber may have condensation problems. The camera has a built-in heating plate that heats the sensor to prevent fogging. In most cases, its effect is very noticeable. If the fogging problem persists, please try the following methods:

1. Avoid the camera facing the ground. Cold air is denser than hot air. If the camera is facing down, it will be easier for the cold air to come into contact with the glass and cause it to cool and fog
2. Increase the temperature of the CMOS sensor. You can raise the temperature of the CMOS sensor a little to prevent glass fogging.
3. Check whether the heating plate is working. If the heating plate 1s not working, the glass will be very easy to fog up Under normal circumstances, the temperature of the heating plate can reach 65-70°C under the environment of 25°C. If it does not reach this temperature, it is possible that the heating plate is damaged and you can contact us to replace the heating plate.

Quality Assurance

The SV405CC camera warranty time is one year \Mthin warranty period, if the camera fails to function, we will provide free after-sales maintenance service. Besides the warranty days, we provide !ife-long maintenance services and cilarge only the parts that need repair or replacement. The buyer will pay for the postage of returning camera to factory to be repaired Wthin the warranty penod, if the following condition occurs, certain maintenance costs will be charged.

1. The maln,nction and damaged caused by incorrect use, the unauthonzed repairs and alteration.
2. The damage caused by fire, flood, earthquake, other natural disasters and secondary product damage.
3. The product maln,nction caused by the fall and transportation failures after purchase
4. The maln,nction and damaged caused by the other barriers (man-made factors or external device).
5. Purchase without the warranty card and purchase invoices.

Attention: Before using this device, read this guide which contains important operating instructions for safe usage and control for compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

FCC Requirements:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
   Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
   Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF warning for Mobile device:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Attention: Before using this device, read this guide whch contains important operating instructions for safe usage and control for compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

CE Requirements:

• (Simple EU declaration of conformity) Hong Kong Svbony Technology Co.,Ltd declares that the equipment type is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of RED Directive 2014/30/EU and the ROHS Directrve 2011/65,EU and the \NEEE Directive 2012/191EU: the full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address www.svbony.com
• Disposal
  The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your product, literature, or packaging reminds you that in the European Union, all electrical and electronic products, batt .eries, and accmulator.s (rechargeable batteries) must_be taken to . designated collection locations at the end ofthe. 1r working .life. Do not )( dispose of these products as unsorted munietpal waste. Dispose of
  them according to the laws in your area .

IC Requirements:
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

Avoid choking Hazard
Small Parts Not for children under 3 years

Approved Accessories

• This device meets the regulatory standards when used with the Svbony accessories supplied or designated for the product
• For a list of Svbony-approved accessories for your item, visit the following website : https://NawwSvbony.com 

Warranty Card

Remarks:

1. This guarantee card should be kept by the user, no replacement if lost.
2. Most new products carry a one-year manufactures warranty from the date of purchase.
3. The user can get warranty and after-sales service as below:
   • Contact the seller where you buy.
4. For warranty service, you will need to provide a receipt proof of purchase from the actual seller for verification

Exclusions from Warranty Coverage:

1. To any product damaged by accident.
2. In the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs.
3. If the serial number has been altered, defaced, or removed.

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