SVBONY SV405CC DSO Cooled 11.7Mp CMOS Color Astronomy Camera User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- SVBONY
Table of Contents
- SVBONY SV405CC DSO Cooled 11.7Mp CMOS Color Astronomy Camera
- To Customers
- Package List
- Camera Appearance Introduction
- Camera Specification
- Camera Software Installation Settings
- How to Use the Camera
- Connection Diagram of External Device
- Structure Dimension Figure
- Power Consumption
- TEC Cooling System
- AR Coating Filter
- Equipment Care and Maintenance
- Quality Assurance
- Warranty Card
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
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:
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For software installation instructions and other technical support, please
email us: info@svbony.com
Package List
- Camera Bag x 1
- SV405CC Astronomy Camera x 1
- M42 Camera Cap x 1
- Sponge Washer x 3
- 1.25-inch Camera Cap x 1
- 1.25-inch T-barrel x 1
- M42-M48F-16.5L x 1
- M42-M42F-21 L x 1
- T2-1.25-inch Adapter x 1
- User Manual x 1
- Power Adapter x 1
- USB3.0 Data Cable x 1
Camera Appearance Introduction
Camera Specification
1 | Model | SV405CC |
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2 | Sensor | SONY IMX294 CMOS |
3 | Image Resolution | 4144’2822 |
4 | Total Pixels | 11.7 megapD<el |
5 | Pixel Size | 4.63µm |
6 | Target Size | 19 2mm’13mm |
7 | Diagonal | 23.2mm |
8 | Maximum Frame Rate | 19FPS |
9 | Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter |
10 | USB Type | Type-B USB 3 0 |
11 | Cache | DDR3 256M |
12 | Time of Exposure | 0 .05ms-2000 s |
13 | Readout Noise | 1.2e |
14 | OE Peak | 75% |
15 | Full Charged | 63ke |
16 | ADC | 14bit |
17 | Temperature Display | Display on software |
18 | Cooling System | TEC Semiconductor |
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
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Driver Download
You can download the latest drrver from the SVBONY official website: https://www.svbonycomlSupportlSoltWare-Dnverl -
Install the Wndows Driver
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Double-clicl< the driver installation package. select the language, and enter the installation page
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Click install and wait for completion
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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
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Check the camera status in the device manager
Note: Please do not connect the camera before installing the driver
Image Software Installation
- Installation and Use of Image Software
- Use the Sharpcap software to download the latest version from the sharp cap official website.
- Click install. set the installation path (default). and the installation Is complete
- 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
- Set the Image storage path
- 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
- Check the frame rate
- 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
- Check the frame rate
- 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:
- 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
- Increase the temperature of the CMOS sensor. You can raise the temperature of the CMOS sensor a little to prevent glass fogging.
- 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.
- The maln,nction and damaged caused by incorrect use, the unauthonzed repairs and alteration.
- The damage caused by fire, flood, earthquake, other natural disasters and secondary product damage.
- The product maln,nction caused by the fall and transportation failures after purchase
- The maln,nction and damaged caused by the other barriers (man-made factors or external device).
- 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:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- 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
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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:
- This guarantee card should be kept by the user, no replacement if lost.
- Most new products carry a one-year manufactures warranty from the date of purchase.
- The user can get warranty and after-sales service as below:
- Contact the seller where you buy.
- For warranty service, you will need to provide a receipt proof of purchase from the actual seller for verification
Exclusions from Warranty Coverage:
- To any product damaged by accident.
- In the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs.
- If the serial number has been altered, defaced, or removed.
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