Atik GP User Manual
Version 1.1 – July 2015

Contents
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Further information ......................................................................................... 3
2. Pack Contents ......................................................................................................... 4
3. Getting to know your camera ................................................................................ 5
3.1 Camera Parts .................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Mounting options............................................................................................. 5
3.3 Sensor............................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC).................................................................... 6
3.5 Power Consumption......................................................................................... 63.6 Cooling ............................................................................................................. 64. Technical Information Summary ............................................................................ 75. Declaration of Conformity...................................................................................... 85.1 Disposal of the camera..................................................................................... 86. Servicing and Repairs ............................................................................................. 97. Warranty ................................................................................................................ 9Page 2

1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of an Atik GP camera. This manual will help you
get the most out of your Atik camera so please take the time to read it thoroughly
and you'll soon be ready to discover new worlds.
Atik Cameras provide exceptional value for money, superior performance andunparalleled ease of use. They are the result of extensive research anddevelopment, each one having been designed and built with the requirements ofthe most demanding astroimager in mind. Your Atik camera incorporates state-ofthe-art design and materials, and will be your trusted astrophotography companion
for a long time to come.

1.1 Further information

For installation instructions and other useful information please refer to theQuickstart guide which was shipped with the camera. Information on the software
is given in the ArtemisCapture guide, a PDF file of which is copied to your computer
hard drive by the software installer. Further information, including a number of'Getting Started' tutorial videos, is available on our website at http://www.atikcameras.com.
For the planetary mode operation, please refer to the help section within the GP
Acquire software.

Page 32. Pack Contents
This pack includes:

1.
2.
3.
4.

Atik GP camera
CD with software and manuals
Quickstart guide
1.8m MiniUSB cable

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3. Getting to know your camera
3.1 Camera Parts

1 – High-Speed MiniUSB 2.0 port
2 – Atik GP camera body3 – Removable 1.25” adapter

3.2 Mounting options

The Atik GP has M42x0.75 (T-thread) in the front. It permits the usage of any Tthread compatible accessory.

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3.3 Sensor

The sensors available in the Atik GP camera are listed below:

Atik GP Mono

SONY ICX445AL

Atik GP ColorSONY ICX445AQ

This CCD has Sony’s EXview CCD HAD II™ technology embedded, making them
exceptionally suitable for low light work. Guiding on fainter stars or getting better
quality images on planets are practical benefits that the Atik GP provides.
3.4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)The Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) has a 12-bit dynamic range. This means thatyour Atik camera will allow you to record subtle levels of gray, providing you withdetail in both the faint and bright parts of an image.

3.5 Power Consumption

Since the Atik GP is USB powered, it is important to keep the camera on its own USB
port. If a hub is needed, make sure you use an active one, with its own power source.

3.6 Cooling

The Atik GP features passive cooling, meaning that heat from the electronics/CCD istransferred to the aluminum case by dissipation. This helps keeping the noise down,
improving signal to noise ratio for guide stars and planets.

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4. Technical Information SummaryGP
Sony ICX445
1296x964
3,75x3,75
12bit
7e
PassiveNoNo
5s0,001s
30 fpsUSB2
USB powered
7mm ±0.5
M42x0,7580g
EitherImage sensor
Resolution
Pixel size (um)
ADC
Readout noise (Typ.)
Cooling Delta
Regulated cooler
Water assist
Maximum exposure
Minimum exposure
Maximum Frame Rate
PC Interface
Power requirements
Backfocus distanceThread on front
WeightMono or OSC

The following table gives the angular resolution per pixel with certain focal distances.
The formula to calculate any other focal length is:(Pixel Size (μm) / Focal Distance (mm)) * 206.3 = angular resolution (arcseconds/pixel)
Focal length
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
4000
5000
6000
7000
8000

Sampling
2,58
1,93
1,55
1,29
1,110,97
0,86
0,77
0,52
0,390,31
0,260,220,190,150,130,110,10Page 7

5. Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity
This product carries the CE Mark in accordance with the related European
Directive. CE Marking is the responsibility of:Perseu, SAR. Dr. Agostinho Neto, 1D
2690-576 Sta Iria da Azoia
Portugal
Critical Applications
This product is not designed for any “critical applications”. “Critical applications”
means life support systems, medical applications, connections to medical devices,
commercial transportations, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications
where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic
property damage.
This product is not a toy.
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
5.1 Disposal of the camera

When no longer required do not dispose of this electronic device with generalhousehold waste. To minimise pollution and protect the environment the camera
should be recycled. Local recycling drop off points available under the Waste from
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations which will accept thecamera. For further information contact Perseu SA at the above address, or the shopfrom which the camera was bought.

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Repairs, servicing and upgrades are available through your local dealer or at
Support@Atik-Cameras.com
Please note that modifications to the camera and/or accessories which are
undertaken without the manufacturer’s written permission will void the warranty.

7. Warranty
The equipment is guaranteed against defective design, manufacture or materials fora period of one year from the date of purchase.
This means that Atik Cameras will repair or replace the equipment at its sole option,
at no charge to the purchaser for parts or for labour, if the fault is reported within theguarantee period, provided however that Atik Cameras is able to duplicate the defector problem at its facilities. This warranty does not apply to damage that occurred as aresult of abuse or misuse, abnormal service or handling, damage which may havebeen caused either directly or indirectly by another product, or if the equipment has
been altered or modified in any way, or if the damage was caused by repairs orservice provided or attempted by anyone other than Atik Cameras. This warranty
does not include or provide for incidental or consequential damages.
To exercise your rights under this warranty, you must return the equipment to thedealer from whom it was purchased together with proof of purchase and a clear
description of the fault. If it’s not possible to return the equipment to your dealer,
you should contact Atik Cameras. Equipment returned to Atik Cameras must be sent
in appropriate packaging and at your expense (insurance is recommended), together
with proof of purchase, a return address and a clear description of the fault.
This does not affect your statutory rights.

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