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Atik Titan CCD Camera
The Atik Titan is an entry level camera that can perform either deep space or planetary imaging, plus it will make a fine guider if you ever outgrow it. The launch of the new Atik Titan means you no longer have to choose between planetary and deep-sky imaging. You can now do both, making this the perfect newcomer's camera.
As a deep-sky camera, the cooled CCD with low read-noise allows detection of faint details over long exposures. Planetary imaging moves the goal-posts from sensitivity to resolution, requiring fast frame rates to capture moments of best seeing.
| Item # | Product | Stock Status | Price | Shipping | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATK0072 | Atik Titan Mono | This item normally ships within 7-10 days of order.  | $689.00 |  |  |
| ATK0073 | Atik Titan Color | In Stock - Ships Same Day (business days) | $689.00 | | |
Excelling at both deep space and planetary imaging, the Titan is the perfect introductory camera with a very affordable price tag.
And it's blue!
Planetary Imaging
In high-speed mode, the Titan is able to record up to 15 frames per second in uncompressed 16-bit format. The high frame rate is important in order to capture moments of steady 'seeing' when the image becomes clear. The 16-bit digitization makes it easier to pull spectacular detail out of low contrast objects such as the surface of the Sun, or the cloud belts of Saturn.
Deep Sky Imaging
The Titan has a remarkable 5-electron read-noise in deep-sky mode. This is better than that of many cameras costing several times as much. The low read-noise allows faint detail to be teased out of the Titan's images. The Titan also features advanced cooling for long-exposure imaging.
Guiding
The Titan's mix of high sensitivity and high frame rates makes it an ideal high-end guide camera. It sports a standard ST-4 type guide socket on the back for direct connection to a mount. Guiding can be performed through our Capture software, or programs such as Maxim DL, Astroart and CCDSoft.
System requirements: Pentium III PC with 128MB RAM, Windows XP/Vista/Win7, CD-ROM drive and USB 2.0 port.
| Specifications | Atik 450 |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | Sony ICX424 |
| Sensor Size | 5.79mm (H) × 4.89mm (V) |
| Horizontal Resolution | 659 pixels |
| Vertical Resolution | 494 pixels |
| Pixel Size | 7.4 x 7.4 microns |
| ADC | 16 bit |
| Readout Noise | 5 e- |
| Interface | USB |
| Power | 12v DC 0.55A |
| Maximum Exposure Length | unlimited |
| Minimum Exposure Length | 0.001 second |
| Guide Port | ST-4 compatible |
| Cooling | Thermoelectric, ΔT=-20°C max. |
| Weight | 350g |
