Atik Series 4 User Manual
Version 1.4 – 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 Sensor .............................................................................................................................. 5
3.3 Optical Window ............................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC).................................................................................... 6
3.5 Power Consumption ........................................................................................................ 6
3.6 USB Port ........................................................................................................................... 6
3.7 Cooling ............................................................................................................................. 6
3.8 Replacing the desiccant ................................................................................................... 7
4. Technical Information Summary ............................................................................................ 75. Declaration of Conformity ..................................................................................................... 95.1 Disposal of the camera .................................................................................................... 96. Servicing and Repairs ........................................................................................................... 107. Warranty .............................................................................................................................. 10Page 2

1. Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of an Atik Series 4 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 and development,each one having been designed and built with the requirements of the mostdemanding astro-imager in mind. Your Atik camera incorporates state-of-the-art
design and materials, and will be your trusted astro- photography companion for along time to come.

1.1 Further information

For installation instructions and other useful information please refer to the Quickstartguide which was shipped with the camera. Information on the software is given in theArtemisCapture 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.atik-cameras.com.

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2. Pack Contents
This pack includes:

1.Atik Series 4 camera
2.USB cable
3.Car lighter type power cable
4.CD with software and manuals
5.Quickstart Guide

Page 43. Getting to know your camera

3.1 Camera Parts

1. Mini USB port
2. 2.1mm centre-positive 12V DC input
3. Desiccant port
3.2 Sensor

The sensors available in the Atik series 4 cameras are listed below:MonochromeColour

Atik 420

SONY ICX274AL

SONY ICX274AQ

Atik 450

SONY ICX655ALASONY ICX655AQA

Atik 414EX

SONY ICX825ALASONY ICX825AQA

Atik 428EX

SONY ICX674ALGSONY ICX674AQG

Atik 460EX

SONY ICX694ALG

SONY ICX694AQG

Atik 490EX

SONY ICX814ALGSONY ICX814AQG

Atik 4120EX

N/A

SONY ICX834AQG

Due to the very clean nature of these CCDs, dark frames are unnecessary in most cases.
This is due to the low noise which stands at an amazing 5 electrons RMS typical.
Page 53.3 Optical Window

The optical window used in front of the CCD is a BK7 with BBAR coatings on both sides
ensuring that no reflection will appear in your image.
3.4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)The Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) is a 16-bit ADC. This means that your Atikcamera will allow you to record subtle levels of gray, providing you with enhanced
dynamic range when capturing an image.
3.5 Power Consumption

Your Atik camera was designed to have low power consumption: please see the tablein section 4 for details specific to your camera model. The 2.1mm centre-positive DCinput is compatible with a wide range of 12V DC supplies.
WARNING: If you have purchased the optional mains power adaptor, please notethat it is for indoor or observatory use only. There is a risk of electric shock if the adaptor isused in damp environments or outside. If in doubt, do not use the adaptor and consult atrained electrician.
3.6 USB Port

The Atik Series 4 cameras use a USB 2.0 high-speed interface, allowing full- frame
image downloads in only a few seconds. A higher speed “preview” mode is alsopresent, which provides roughly twice the speed.
3.7 Cooling

All Series 4 cameras have a robust, regulated cooling system, meaning that the CCD iskept at the desired temperature throughout the imaging session. The very low readout
noise, combined with efficient cooling, means that dark frames are not necessary inmost situations, allowing you to spend more time imaging and less time taking
calibration frames. If very long exposures are to be used or high precision data isrequired (exo-planet searches, for example), dark frame libraries will be easy tomaintain.
The cooling delta varies between models and full specifications are available in theTechnical Information Summary on page 7. Please note: the cooling delta is how far
below the ambient temperature the camera can achieve, rather than a fixed
temperature it will cool to.
After switching on the camera, it is advisable to allow up to 5 minutes before
taking images in order to allow the temperature to stablilize.
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3.8 Replacing the desiccantYour camera includes a high-performance molecular sieve
desiccant tablet which is used to avoid condensation in theCCD chamber. Although this desiccant will last a long time it
may eventually need replacement or recharging, in which caseplease follow the instructions below:

Desiccant port

- To replace the desiccant, open the desiccant port with the supplied plastic tool
and a screwdriver and take out the used tablet.
- To recharge the desiccant, place the tablet in an electric oven at 200ºC for 2 hours.
Take the tablet out the oven (CAUTION: tablet will be very hot) and allow it to cooldown.
- Place the recharged tablet back in the camera, replace the port cover and tighten(no need to over-tighten). Wait 24 hours before connecting the camera again.
You will notice that there is a filter inside the desiccant chamber. The purpose of this is toavoid contamination of the chamber when the desiccant is being replaced. The filter isvery fragile and should not be touched.

4. Technical Information Summary
Image sensor
Resolution
Pixel size (um)
ADC
Readout noise(Typ.)
Cooling Delta
Regulatedcooler
Water assist
Maximum
exposure
Minimum
exposure
PC Interface
Powerrequirements
Backfocus
ThreadWeight
Mono or OSC420
Sony ICX274
1620x1220
4,4x4,416 bit
4e450
Sony ICX655
2448x2050
3,45x3,4516 bit
5e414EXSony ICX825
1392x1040
6,45x6,4516bit
5e428EXSony ICX674
1932x1452
4,54x4,5416 bit
5e460EXSony ICX694
2750x2200
4,54x4,5416 bit
5e490EXSony ICX814/5
3380x2704
3,69x3,6916bit
5e4120EXSony ICX834AQG
4242x2830
3,1x3,116bit
5e-30
Yes-30
Yes-30
Yes-25
Yes-25
Yes-25
Yes-25
Yes

No
Unlimited

No
Unlimited

No
Unlimited

No
Unlimited

No
Unlimited

No
Unlimited

No
Unlimited

0,001s0,001s0,001s0,001s0,001s0,001s0,001s

USB2
12VDC, 0.9A

USB2
12VDC, 0.9A

USB2
12VDC, 1A

USB2
12VDC, 0.9A

USB2
12VDC, 0.9A

USB2
12VDC, 0.9A

USB212VDC, 1A

13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
Either13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
Either13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
Either13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
Either13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
Either13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
Either13mm ±0.5
M42x0,75400g
OSCPage 7

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)

FocalLength

Atik
420

Atik
450

Atik
414EX

Atik
428EX

Atik
460EX

Atik
490EX

Atik
4120EX

250
300
350
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
750
800
850
900

3,63
3,03
2,59
2,27
2,02
1,82
1,65
1,51
1,40
1,30
1,21
1,13
1,07
1,01

2,85
2,37
2,03
1,78
1,58
1,42
1,29
1,19
1,09
1,02
0,95
0,89
0,84
0,79

5,32
4,44
3,80
3,32
2,99
2,66
2,42
2,22
2,05
1,90
1,77
1,66
1,57
1,48

3,75
3,12
2,68
2,34
2,08
1,87
1,70
1,56
1,44
1,34
1,25
1,17
1,10
1,04

3,75
3,12
2,68
2,34
2,08
1,87
1,70
1,56
1,44
1,34
1,25
1,17
1,10
1,04

3,04
2,54
2,17
1,90
1,69
1,52
1,38
1,27
1,17
1,09
1,01
0,95
0,90
0,85

2,56
2,13
1,83
1,60
1,42
1,28
1,16
1,07
0,98
0,91
0,85
0,80
0,75
0,71

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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, SA
R. 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 causeradio 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 the camera.
For further information contact Perseu SA at the above address, or the shop from which
the camera was bought.

Page 96. Servicing and Repairs
Repairs, servicing and upgrades are available through your local dealer or by emailingsupport@atik-cameras.com
Please note that modifications to the camera and/or accessories which areundertaken without the manufacturer’s written permission will void the warranty.

7. Warranty
The equipment is guaranteed against defective design, manufacture or materials for aperiod 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 inappropriate 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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