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Jan 08, 2025 - 11:57 PM
To install and use the Astromania SGCMOS Series Telescope CMOS Camera, follow these steps:
1. Connect the camera to your laptop using the provided USB 2.0 cable.
2. Connect the camera to your telescope using the provided ST4 guide cable.
3. Install the necessary drivers for your operating system. The camera is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8 (32 & 64 bit), Linux, and Mac OSX. For Windows 10, please contact the manufacturer for the signed driver.
4. Once the drivers are installed, you can use the camera with astrophotography software. The camera supports Native C/C++, C#, DirectShow, and Twain APIs for capture and control.
5. The camera also comes with specialized astrophotography software that supports video preview, video recording, video processing, image capture and processing, dark field correction, and raw data export.
6. The camera features a 1.25" interface for telescope eyepieces and a standard C-mount for industrial lenses. It also supports 1.25" astronomical filter installation and a nosepiece for fine focusing.
7. Make sure your computer meets the minimum requirements for using the camera: CPU equal to Intel Core2 2.8GHz or higher, 2GB or more memory, USB 2.0 high-speed port, and a display of 17" or larger.
8. Refer to the included user manual and CD for more detailed instructions and software installation.
Please note that for certain features, such as using the lower 3.75 pixels, you may need to use the Windows WDM driver. Additionally, the camera is best suited as a secondary imager rather than a primary imager for deep space imaging.
For any further assistance or troubleshooting, refer to the user manual or contact the manufacturer directly.
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