Signature User Manual
March 23, 2014
Signature User Manual
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Introduction
Welcome to the world of the Mallincam Signature Camera. Your purchase will provide
you with years of discovery and adventure as you view, record, share, and broadcast the
wonders of the Solar System. The Signature is a professional video camera that can
provide broadcast quality live images in the HD-SDI format along with standard quality
video for non-broadcast needs. This document will guide you in the connection options
of the Signature to your computer, along with recommendations on configuring the
camera for specific Solar System objects. Many special thanks to Rock, Jack, Bob,
Bryan, Shevill and others whose advice and techniques are incorporated in this manual.
This manual is based on the RED LED version of a NTSC Signature Camera which also
includes RS485 control capabilities.
The Contents of the Signature Package
You purchase will include the following items:
Signature Camera in Box
c-adapter to 1.25” eyepiece holder
120V AC to DC adapter
25ft dual cable power/video (BNC male /RCA male)
Signature RS485 Port connector
These accessories will provide you with the ability to connect the Signature camera to
your telescope, Power the Signature while connecting it to a 120V AC power source,
and displaying your image on any device that accepts analog video via a RCA
connection.