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Specifications
Sensor:
Mintron Color sensor
52K9BHN-EXCS (NTSC); 52K9BHP-EXCS (PAL)
TV System:
NTSC/PAL Composite Video out (BNC/RCA)
Sensor size:
1/2”
Number of pixels:
0.4 megapixel resolution
NTSC – 768 x 494 (effective) 811 x 508 (total)
PAL – 752 x 582 (effective) 795 x 596 (total)
Pixel size:
8.4µm x 9.8µm
Video frame rate:
NTSC: 30 frames/second; PAL: 25 frames/second
A/D conversion:
8 bit
IR filter:
Yes
Operation Temperature: -20°C to 50°C
Power Supply:
DC12V 150mA
casting service “Night Skies Network” (NSN). Visit www.nightskiesnetwork.com
for details.
Mounting options
As well as being a portable device, the SSASC can be permanently installed
on buildings with additional accessories. (Mounting options sold separately by
Orion)
Extension cables
The included 50 foot dual Power/Video cable can be further extended with an
additional cable (sold separately by Orion)
Replacement Dome Cover
Replacement dome covers are also available for the SSASC (sold separately by
Orion).
Typical Camera Settings
For best daytime images
WHITE BAL.
ATW
ALC/AES
ALC (SHUTTER 1/10000 to 1/100)
AGC OFF
SENSE UP
OFF
For best nighttime images
WHITE BAL.
AWB/ATW
ALC/AES
ALC (SHUTTER OFF)
AGC
ON
SENSE UP
ON (x2 to x256)
For best dual day/night images
WHITE BAL.
AWB/ATW
ALC/AES
ALC (SHUTTER OFF)
AGC ON
SENSE UP
ON (x2 to x256)
Try several different settings to get a feel of how the camera controls work and
affect the resultant image on the computer screen. The WHITE BAL, SHUTTER
speed (ALC) and SENSE UP controls are the ones you will use the most.
