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Caution:
Because of the wide range of potential power sources (especially with
field operations that can also employ batteries, generators, DC inverters, etc.)
there is the real possibility of damaging your camera and other electrical
equipment by creating unexpected ground loops and different ground reference
potentials between your equipment.
It is highly recommended that the included AC adapter be used to power the
camera at all times. If a power source other than the included AC adapter is used,
it is your responsibly to insure that it is suitable. Avoid sharing the camera DC
power source with other devices that can produce excessive noise (old technology
dew heaters, etc.) and possible ground loops that could interfere with the reliable
operation, or even damage your imaging equipment.
If you choose to use a power source other than the included AC adapter and are
uncertain about meeting these requirements, please contact QSI for assistance.
USB Connector
The camera's USB interface is compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1. The included USB 2.0
cable plugs into the USB port on the left side of the camera connector panel. The other
side connects to any standard USB port on your computer. All camera control commands
and resulting images are passed over the USB cable.
Note: Do not connect your camera to your computer unless you have successfully
installed the camera software and drivers.
After the camera power-up initialization is complete, and the camera's USB cable is
connected to your computer,
the computer will make a Plug-N-Play sound indicating that a
ce was connected to the computer. This means that your camera is ready and is
listening for commands to be sent over the USB connection.
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Note:
QSI 500 Series cameras do not draw power from the USB bus. Powered
hubs are not necessary for operation.
Guider Control Port
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input. This type of cable is commonly available at retailers such as Radio Shack. A 14 ft.
n of this cable is supplied with 500 Series cameras.
500 Series cameras have a Guider Control Port that can be used in conjunction
LE (or other CCD imaging software) to 'guide' your telescope mount for long-
n astro-imaging. Ordinarily, the Port is only operational if the camera is being us
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der Port employs an RJ-25, 6-conductor modular connector. The interface sch
patible with most modern telescope mounts. Typically, a 6P6C (6 position, 6
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