Designed to deliver optimum performance as a guide camera when used with other imaging systems or as an imaging camera on its own , the Starlight Xpress UltraStar PRO Monochrome Imaging/Guide Camera has a high-resolution 2/3" Sony ICX825AL ExView2 monochrome CCD sensor that delivers up to 1392 x 1040 resolution video. It has 75% quantum efficiency across the entire visible spectrum. Although the chip is not cooled, it has a very low dark signal and very little readout noise, so it can be used to guide on faint stars that are well beyond the reach of webcams and most CMOS chip-based cameras. It is designed to be inserted into a standard 1.25" focuser tube, but also has a 25.4mm C-type camera lens thread to allow standard CCTV lenses or adapters to be attached. To save space and weight, the camera gets its power using the USB connection to your computer and can download around 2 frames per second. It also provides an opto-isolated output connection for direct control of most mounts using the ST4 RJ12 autoguider ports on the mount or hand controller.

Included with your camera is a USB thumb drive that has the required drivers for popular operating systems. Also on the drive you'll find an imaging & autoguiding software package and the Starlight Live software which is a "live-stacking" software. Starlight

Live allows you to use the Ultrastar PRO as an imaging camera by taking a series of short exposures, usually around 10 seconds or more, and then automatically stacking the images together to form an equivalent long exposure shot with enhanced details. Finally, you get a very simple piece of stand-alone autoguiding software if you don't already have one. If you do, third-party software packages, such as AstroArt, MaximDL, SkyX and others, all support the

Ultrastar PRO with either native drivers or through ASCOM. The latest and most up-to-date drivers can be found on the Starlight Xpress website.

Sony ICX825AL ExView2 Monochrome Sensor    1392 x 1040 Maximum Resolution    75% Quantum Efficiency    USB Interface with 2 fps Download Speed    Standard RJ12 Autoguider Port    1.25" Barrel with CS Thread Mount

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the difference between the Xinfrared T2 and the Xinfrared P2?

A: The primary distinction of the Xinfrared P2 Pro lies in its compact size and rounded-edge design, and it’s equipped with a macro lens for short-distance inspections. In contrast, the Xinfrared T2 Pro is optimized for long-range inspections, offering a detection range of up to 787 yards (719.63 meters) due to its adjustable focusing lens and magnification capabilities. Additionally, the Xinfrared P2 Pro features a wider temperature inspection range of -20 °C to 550 °C, compared to the T2 Pro's range of 32 °F to 176 °F. Both the P2 Pro and the T2 Pro share a sensor resolution of 256 x 192 and a pixel pitch of 12μm.

Q: 2. Will this item work with an iphone 15 with an adapter?

A: The Xinfrared (formerly InfiRay) T2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera for iPhone (BH # XIT2PROIPH) should work with the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter (B&H # A PMUQX3AMA).

Q: 3. What's the warranty?

A: This product has a Limited 5-Year Warranty.

Q: 4. How will this drive work in Raid 0 for video editing ? (as the media drive)

A: This drive should be fully compatible with any raid setup. Check with the Raid Controller for any specifics.

Q: 5. Does this model work on the iPhone 15 since the connection is USB-C?

A: The Xinfrared (formerly InfiRay) T2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera for Android (BH # XIT2PRO) will not work with an iPhone 15 as it is compatible with Google Android OS 6.0 or later mobile phones only.

Q: 6. Does the LPI-GM have threads on the nose end to accept 1.25” filters?

A: Yes the Meade LPI-GM Autoguiding and Imaging Eyepiece Camera has standard threads for 1.25 inch filters.

Q: 7. Can the Xinfrared T2/P2 Thermal Imaging Cameras record into Blackmagic iPhone Camera app?

A: The T2/P2 inspection cameras will not support using the Black Magic Camera app. Please consider using the Xinfrared app.

Q: 8. What is the warranty on this drive?Is Data Recovery supported?

A: The warranty is 5yrs. It is a replacement warranty, no recovery or repair is offered.

Q: 9. Will the USB C "android" version work with an iPad which has USB C?

A: The Xinfrared (formerly InfiRay) T2 Pro Thermal Imaging Camera for Android (BH # XIT2PRO) is not compatible with iOS devices like an iPhone, iPad or Macbook.

Q: 10. Can I use this drive as an internal replacement for a main drive in my Dell studio xps 9100?Thanks.

A: Hi Fernando, looking at the specs on Dells website, the 9100 did have a 4TB storage option, so you should have no problem with this drive.