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An excellent camera for auto-guiding and solar system astrophotography

1.2
Matrix resolution – the number of megapixels that it consists of; influences the detail of the image
3.75x3.75
The pixel size is directly proportional to the sensor’s sensitivity
0.4–15000ms
Camera shutter speed is the time during which the shutter remains open, thereby allowing light to enter the sensor
Availability

Product ID 71835
Brand Meade Instruments Corp.
Warranty 2 years
EAN 0643824210004
Package size (LxWxH) 16x15x6 cm
Shipping Weight 0.36 kg
Description

Let the Monochrome Lunar, Planetary Imager and Guider (LPI-G) unleash the inner astrophotographer in you.

The LPI-G is an excellent camera for auto-guiding and solar system astrophotography.

With Meade solar, lunar and planetary guide camera, you can experience the universe on a whole new level. Lightweight and portable, LPI-G camera comes with a1280x960 pixel CMOS sensor with the ability of capturing 28 frames per second at full resolution. This camera has a USB 2.0 connection and ST-4 guider port for easy connection to the mount.

The LPI-G has a CMOS AR 130 monochrome image sensor with 3.75x3.75 micron pixel size. It has 28 frames per second at 1280x960, and 30 frames per second at 640x480 resolution. The LPI-G includes USB cable, software drivers, ASCOM drivers and image capture and processing software.

NOTE: When using to image the Sun, use appropriate solar filters.

Features:

  • Can be used for auto-guiding, or astrophotography of Solar system objects
  • CMOS – AR130 Monochrome Image Sensor
  • 1.2 Mega pixels (1280x960)
  • 3.75x3.75 micron pixel size
  • System requirements for Sky Capture software: OS Windows (32&64 bit) Vista/XP/7/8/10; Intel Core2 2.8 GHz equivalent or higher, memory 2GB or higher

The kit includes:

  • USB 2.0 cable
  • ST-4 guide cable (2.0m)
  • C-mount
  • 1.25" nosepiece
  • Meade Sky Capture software
Specifications
Product ID 71835
Brand Meade Instruments Corp.
Warranty 2 years
EAN 0643824210004
Package size (LxWxH) 16x15x6 cm
Shipping Weight 0.36 kg
Sensor CMOS AR130
Color/monochrome monochrome
Megapixels 1.2
Maximum resolution, pix 1280x960
Sensor size 1/3"
Pixel size, μm 3.75x3.75
Exposure time 0.4–15000ms
Video recording
Frame rate, fps at resolution 30@640x480, 28@1280x960
Back focal length, mm 17.8
ADC digit capacity (bit) 12, binary
Binning 1х1, 2х2
Place of installation 31.75-mm (1.25") diameter focuser, instead of an eyepiece, guide telescope focuser, off-axis guide
Image format *.jpeg, *.bitmap, *.fits1, *.fits2
Spectral range, nm 350–1050
Shutter type ERS (electronic rolling shutter)
System requirements OS Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 (32 and 64 bit); 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 and above, 2GB RAM, USB 2.0, CD-ROM
Software Meade SkyCapture
Power supply 5V DC via USB 2.0 cable
Ports autoguide port, USB 2.0
Operating temperature range, °C -10...+50
Operating humidity range, % 30 — 80
Video