Orion 52083 - Manual (Page 42)

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USB Extension Cable
In many instances, it is likely a longer cable for the SSDSMI-2 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 and/or www.OrionTelescopes.com).
Care and Maintenance
When the SSDSMI-2 is not in use, the cover cap should be replaced on the end
of the nosepiece. This prevents dust from accumulating on the SSDSMI-2’s
optical window. If significant dust does accumulate on the optical window, or
the optical surface is touched, then it should be cleaned.
Any quality optical lens cleaning tissue and optical lens cleaning fluid specifi-
cally designed for multi-coated optics can be used to clean the glass surface
of the SSDSMI-2’s optical window. Never use regular glass cleaner or cleaning
fluid designed for eyeglasses.
Before cleaning with fluid and tissue, blow any loose particles off the surface
with a blower bulb or compressed air. Then apply some cleaning fluid to a tis-
sue, never directly on the optics. Wipe the optical surface gently in a circular
motion, then remove any excess fluid with a fresh lens tissue. Oily fingerprints
and smudges may be removed using this method. Use caution; rubbing too
hard may cause scratches.
Specifications
CCD Sensor: Sony® ExView HAD™ ICX429ALL
Monochrome Color
Sensor format: 1⁄2"
Pixel array: 752x582 (437,664 total)
Pixel size: 8.6µ x 8.3µ
Exposure range: 0.002 seconds to 100 minutes
A/D conversion: 16 bit
Thermoelectric cooling: 20°C below ambient temperature, sealed
dry air chamber to prevent CCD icing
TEC current draw: Approximately 1A (3VDC)
USB connection: 2.0 or 1.1
Camera current draw: Approximately 0.5A, powered by USB com-
puter connection
IR-cut filter: No
Optical window: Fully coated with anti-reflection coatings
Weight: 1.0 lb.
Autoguider capability: Yes
Mounting: 1.25" nosepiece or T-thread