Manufacturer: Atik .. CCD Cameras
Product number: ATKHORI2M

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ATIK Horizon B/W Astro Camera, with CMOS sensor, cooled
The Atik Horizon is the first CMOS camera from Atik. Therefore Atik opens itself to this interesting technology, as one of the first professional CCD camara manufacturers. A state-of-the-art 16 MP sensor from Panasonic offers a sensitivity of which one could only dream of with previous CCD cameras. Additionally, the sensor convinces with an extremely low read noise, the image is smoother and low-noise, even at very short exposure times.

The advantages and features of the ATIK Horizon CMOS cameras:
16 MP 4/3″ CMOS Sensor - QE approx. 60%
very high sensitivity also in H-alpha
256 MB DDR3 image buffer - no amp glow
can be used with USB 3.0 or with USB 2.0
Powerful Peltier cooling up to 40 °C below ambient
ASCOM, Artemis and Infinity software compatible
High-quality machined housing
Backfocus / working distance from the T2-thread: 13 mm
The camera is also compatible with the HyperStar systems from 8" upwards and with the Celestron RASA. The diameter of the housing ist 74 mm.


Amp Glow Control
From the outset, the Horizon has benefited from a built-in 256 MB DDR3 image buffer to remove amp glow and other artifacts caused by data transfer over USB2, all while preventing issues with dropped frames.

Fused quartz cover glass with full IR transmission
This protective window lets IR radiation pass. The good sensor sensitivity beyond H-alpha also allows the exciting use for infrared photography with suitable optics. The protective window has already proven well for the Atik cameras and additionally prevents condensation.

More than "just" Ascom compatible:
Atik provides an ASCOM driver with which you can operate the camera with your preferred software, like MaximDL. Additionally, the camera is also compatible with the proven Artemis Capture software. This software provides full camera control.

The camera is also compatible with the innovative Infinity Live Stacking Software. This software makes astrophtography easier than ever before and fites especially well with the Atik Horizon cameras.
Photography of nebulae and galaxies: the software automatically adds the images together - experience LIVE at the monitor when the deep-sky object becomes more contrasty and prominent with every minute.
Flexible histogram control, including auto-stretch functions
Video astronomy possible (live YouTube broadcast)
Focus assist and monitoring tools
Save to FITs, PNG, JPG and TIFF Formats


Advantages of the Version II
The exciting evolution of the camera comes as a result of the extensive R&D work of the Atik team; this has led to the improved electronics and an increased variety of options that Horizon II makes possible. The camera now features three modes of operation, with Powersave and Fast modes available in addition to the default setting of Normal mode.

In Powersave mode, the highest quality images of the camera are produced. Meanwhile Fast mode takes advantage of the on board DDR memory to return a constant stream of images. Fast mode increases the frame rate of the Horizon II to 8FPS, with further increases up to 100FPS being possible through the use of subframing. This enhances the experience of those using the camera for planetary imaging, as the faster frame rate minimises the atmospheric distortion of a set of images. This in turn makes the stacking process, carried out by various Horizon II compatible software, simpler and more efficient.

Horizon II is also natively compatible with our Infinity live stacking software. This software is designed with deep sky applications in mind and is simultaneously useful for novices and advanced users alike. Its image processing helps to minimise the learning curve whilst advanced functions, such as flexible histogram control, enable a complete astrophotography experience for those more experienced users.

Adaptation for correctors with M48 connection and 55 mm working distance
Many correctors have an M48x0.75 threaded connection on the camera side. This adapter suggestion allows you to adapt and additionally use 2" filters (like L-RGB or nebula filters) directly in front of the camera. The articles are linked in the accessories section.
TSFSLT2 - TS filter changerr for 2" filters: 18 mm overall length
TSSCHUB2 - TS filter drawer for 2" filters
Fipa92 - protective container for drawer with nebula filter
TSVF210 and TSVF208 - M48 spacer rings - total length 18 mm
TSM48-T2L - extension adapter: 6 mm overall length


Astrophotographic results obtained with this camera on Astrobin
Here you can find some astrophotographs made with this camera model: Link to Astrobin
Sensor:Panasonic MN34230 4/3" CMOS
Horizontal Resolution:4644 pixels
Vertical Resolution:3506 pixels
Pixel Size:3.8 µm x 3.8 µm
ADC:12 bit
Readout Noise:~1 e- at x30 gain
Gain Factor:Selectable from 1 - x60
Full Well:~20,000 e-
Dark Current:0.016 e-/pix/s at -10 °C
Computer connection:USB 3.0 (compatible to USB 2.0)
Power Supply:12 V DC 2 A
Maximal Exposure Time:Unlimited
Shortest Exposure Time:18 µs
Cooling:TE cooling up to 40 °C below ambient
Weight:approx. 525 g
Diameter:74 mm
Backfocus:13 mm
Connection Thread:M42x0.75 T2-thread (female)
System Requirements:Windows 10 / Win 8 (not RT) - USB2.0 or USB3.0
Atik CMOS Camera
USB 3.0 cable
1.8 metres power cable with cigarette lighter plug
CD-ROM with drivers, software and user´s manual (PDF)
2" adapter for telescope connection
Tool for opening the desiccant chamber

Astrophotographic results obtained with this camera on Astrobin
Here you can find some astrophotographs made with this camera model: Link to Astrobin


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