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uSB Extension Cable
In many instances, it is likely that a lon-
ger cable for the SSSSI-IV will be needed
in order to comfortably setup telescope,
camera, and computer. We recommend
purchasing a 10' USB extension cable
if you need more cord length (available
through Orion, check the catalog or
OrionTelescopes.com for more informa-
tion).
things to Do
Moon
Learn your way around our closest
celestial neighbor.
Image the craters, mountains and
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valleys.
Image the different phases from
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New moon to Full Moon
Image the detail at the terminator
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Create a moon mosaic (Figure 9)
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Planets
Take a movie of the position
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of the great red spot of Jupiter
during the Gas Giant’s <10 hour
day.
Image Jupiter’s moons and their
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shadows as they transit across
the Gas Giant
Follow in Galileo’s footsteps by
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Imaging the different phases of
Venus
Solar
Using a full aperture Solar Filter to
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image sunspots (Figure 10)
terrestrial
Image wildlife from a far distance
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so as not to disturb feeding and
nesting spots (Figure 11)
recommended reading
(Books available through Orion, check the catalog or OrionTelescopes.com for
more information).
Specifications
Sensor
Micron Color CMOS sensor
Sensor size
1/3"
Number of pixels
1280 x 1024 pixel layout; 1.3 megapixel resolution
Pixel size
3.6µm x 3.6µm
Video frame rate
Up to 15 frames/second at full resolution
A/D conversion
8 bit
IR filter
Yes
Connection
High Speed USB 2.0
Barrel
1.25" threaded for filters
Figure 11.
Small bird of prey. Image
taken using Orion Apex 90mm Mak-
Cass telescope.
Figure 9.
Use software to
assemble individual frames to create
a higher resolution image. Image
taken using Orion Apex 90mm Mak-
Cass telescope and Orion 0.5x
Focal reducer. 4 Individual images
assembled In Adobe Photoshop.
Figure 10.
Image taken using Orion
Apex 90mm Mak-Cass telescope and
Orion 0.5x Focal reducer.
