Atik One 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
3.1Camera Ports ....................................................................................................................... 5

3.2 Mounting options .................................................................................................................. 6
3.3 Sensor..................................................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Optical Window ...................................................................................................................... 6
3.5 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC).......................................................................................... 6
3.6 Power Consumption............................................................................................................... 7
3.7 Cooling ................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Changing the filters ......................................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Method 1................................................................................................................................ 8
4.2

Method 2............................................................................................................................. 9

5. Technical Information Summary.................................................................................................... 12
6. Declaration of Conformity............................................................................................................. 13
6.1

Disposal of the camera...................................................................................................... 13

7. Servicing ........................................................................................................................................ 14
8. Warranty ....................................................................................................................................... 14

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1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of an Atik One 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 and unparalleledease of use. They are the result of extensive research and development, each one having
been designed and built with the requirements of the most demanding astroimager inmind. Your Atik camera incorporates state-of-the-art design and materials, and will be yourtrusted astrophotography companion for a long 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 thesoftware installer. Further information, including a number of 'Getting Started' tutorialvideos, is available on our website at http://www.atik-cameras.com.

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2. Pack Contents
This pack includes:

1. Atik One camera
2. USB cable
3. Car lighter type power cable
4. Quick start Guide
5. CD with software and manuals
6. M42-2” adapter
7. 1.5 and 2mm Allen keys
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3. Getting to know your camera

3.1

Camera Ports

Aux Power – 2.1mm center positive socket, for external devices (Max 2A)
USB hub – For connecting accessories like guiders, focusers, etc.
USB port – For connecting to the computer.
DC in – For powering the camera (2.1mm center positive)
The USB hub is capable of powering a USB 2.0 class device, like a small guider camera, sothat cables are kept to a minimum. Aux power can be used to power a 12V DC device, likea guide camera or a focuser/rotator, so that you can have only 2 cables for your entire
system.
WARNING: Make sure that the total current drawn on the Aux port does notexceed 2 Amps!

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3.2 Mounting options

There are two possibilities connecting the camera to a telescope. The M42 “T- thread”
adapter in the front, which is compatible with any T threaded device (like reducers orflatteners), or with the supplied T to 2”
adapter, which can be used on any 2” focuser. Smaller
1.25” adapters are not recommended, because they might
vignette with faster telescopes, and the attachment will beweaker.
There are 1/4” tripod threaded holes on each side of thecamera. These can be used to mount the camera on a tripod, oras cable fixing points.
3.3 Sensor

The sensors available in the Atik One cameras are listed below:

Monochrome
Atik One 6.0

SONY ICX694/5AL

Atik One 9.0

SONY ICX814/5ALAs these CCD typically have few hot pixels and relatively low dark current, dark frames
are unnecessary in many cases. The low noise, which stands at an amazing 5 electrons
RMS typical, allows the camera to image very faint objects.
3.4 Optical Window

The optical window used in front of the CCD is a 2mm BK7 with BBAR
coatings on both sides to minimize reflection artifacts in your images.
3.5 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)The Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) has a 16-bit dynamic range. This means that yourAtik camera will allow you to record subtle levels of gray, providing you with detail inboth the faint and bright parts of an image.

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3.6 Power Consumption

Your Atik camera was designed to have low power consumption: please see the table insection 5 for details specific to your camera model. The 2.1mm centre-positive DC input iscompatible with a wide range of 12V DC supplies.
WARNING: If you have purchased the optional mains power adaptor, please
note that it is for indoor or observatory use only. There is a risk of electric
shock if the adaptor is used in damp environments or outside. If in doubt do not
use the adaptor and consult a trained electrician.
3.7 Cooling

All Atik One cameras have a robust, regulated cooling system, meaning that the CCD is kept
at the desired temperature throughout the imaging session. The very low readout noise,
combined with efficient cooling, means that dark frames are not necessary in mostsituations, 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 is required (exo-planet
searches, for example), dark frame libraries will be easy to maintain.
Please note that the cooling delta stated in the Technical Information Summary is how far
below the ambient temperature the camera can achieve, rather than a total fixed amountof cooling.
After switching on the camera, it is advisable to allow at least 2 minutes before
taking images in order to allow the temperature to stablilize.
The Atik One features a CCD chamber that has been purged with high purity
Argon to eliminate moisture from the sensor and to optimize cooling.

4. Changing the filters
The Atik One features a 5 position, mechanically indexed filter wheel. The wheel wasdesigned to be simple to use, and changing the filters can be done in one of 2 ways:

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4.1 Method 1

Connect camera to computer

Open Artemis Capture. Disk will reset
to position 1.

Unscrew the M42 adapter

Using the supplied tool, place thefilter on tool as shown.

Insert tool in the opening and gently
tighten the filter. It may help to catchthe first thread if you unscrew first.

On Artemis Capture wheel control,
move to filter 2 and repeat theprevious step. Repeat for all filters.
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Method 2

On a clean table, unscrew the 4 front
screws.

Place the camera sideways andgently separate the wheel module.

Turn down the wheel module onto thetable.

Lock the motor with the supplied
1.5mm Allen key.

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Unscrew the central holding screw.

Take the washer off.

Take the disk off.

Remove the bearing by turning disk
upside down. Parts should look as
above.

Install filters on disk

Make sure the lower bearing andwasher are centred.

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Install disk. Make sure the disk clears the Gently push down the disk, whilemechanical index on the lower left. If
rotating to the right. You should feel theneeded, use a pen tip to lower the blade. force of the spring below.

Place the top bearing in place andthe washer as well. Tighten back thescrew, and make sure the wheel rotates
well, rotating to the right.

Hold the motor and take the allen key
out. Release the motor.

Rotate the wheel module back, andattach to camera.

Tighten back the screws.

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5. Technical Information Summary

Image sensor
Resolution
Pixel size (um)
ADC
Readout noise (Typ.)
Cooling DeltaRegulated cooler
Water assist
Maximum exposure
Minimum exposure
Maximum Frame
Rate
PC Interface
Power requirements
Backfocus distanceThread on front
WeightMono or OSC

One 6.0
Sony ICX694/5
2750x2200
4,54x4,54
16bit
5e-38
Yes
NoUnlimited
0,001sN/A

One 9.0
Sony ICX814/5
3380x2704
3,69x3,69
16bit
5e-38
Yes
NoUnlimited
0,001sN/A

USB2
12VDC, 2A
27mm ±0.5
M42x0,75900g
Mono

USB2
12VDC, 2A
27mm ±0.5
M42x0,75900g
Mono

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
250
300
350
400
450500
550
600
650
700
750
800
850
900

Atik One 6.0
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

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3,04
2,54
2,17
1,90
1,69
1,52
1,38
1,27
1,17
1,09
1,01
0,95
0,900,85

6. 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, commercialtransportations, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where productfailure 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.

6.1

Disposal of the camera

When no longer required do not dispose of this electronic device with general household
waste. To minimise pollution and protect the environment the camera should berecycled. Local recycling drop off points available under the Waste from Electrical andElectronic 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.

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7. Servicing
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 are undertaken
without the manufacturer’s written permission will void the warranty.

8. 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 nocharge to the purchaser for parts or for labour, if the fault is reported within the guarantee
period, provided however that Atik Cameras is able to duplicate the defect or problem at
its facilities. This warranty does not apply to damage that occurred as a result of abuse ormisuse, abnormal service or handling, damage which may have been 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 or service provided or attempted by anyone
other than Atik Cameras. This warranty does not include or provide for incidental orconsequential damages.
To exercise your rights under this warranty, you must return the equipment to the dealer
from whom it was purchased together with proof of purchase and a clear description of thefault. 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 andat 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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