ZWO ASI 224MC (Color) Astrophotography Performance ASI224MC has a 1/3″ and 1.2M pixels sensor IMX224 with SONY Exmor and NIR Technology. It has extremely low read noise (1.5 e) and high sensitivity, especially in IR range of the spectrum. Read Noise of ASI224 is less than 1e which can compare with sCMOS or EMCCD sensors. This camera is very suitable for astronomy planetary and small DSO imaging. High QE Regarding the relative QE Curve, we estimate the Peak Value should between 75%-80%. PCB Version1.3 (include Anti-amp glow function) Most sensors will have amp-glow problem only if you do long-time exposure capture, such as longer than 1s. We apply “amp glow reduction technology” to our ASI224MC and ASI224MC-C camera, it is a hardware modification to reduce the amp-glow of the sensor. Not every sensor can benefit from this modification, but it is beneficial for ASI224MC, so this upgrade is specifically implemented for ASI224MC and ASI224MC-C. We made this change since April 2016, which means the current unit s(ASI224MC and ASI224MC-C) that we produce, are all equipped with the newest PCB version —V1.3. USB 3.0 Port & ST4 Port USB 3.0 Port: Can provide 5Gb bandwidth to let ASI224 run at 64fps (12bit, normal mode) or 150 fps (10bit, high speed mode) at full resolution(1.2Mega). ST4 Port: Can be used connect with auto guide port of mount, for guiding. Mechanical Diagram What is in the box? Reference Images: Camera technical details Sensor: 1/3” CMOS IMX224/IMX225 Resolution: 1.2Mega Pixels 1304X976 Pixel Size: 3.75µm Sensor Size: 4.8mm*3.6mm Diagonal: 6.09mm Exposure Range: 32µs-1000s ROI: Supported Non-volatile memory/On camera storage: Build-in total 192K byte user-accessible space(image size up to 480X320) Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0 Binning: 2×2 binning supported Focus Distance to Sensor: 12.5mm Shutter Type: Rolling Shutter Protect window: AR coated window Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows, Linux Interface: USB3.0/USB2.0 Bit rate: 12bit output(12bit ADC) Adaptor: 2″ / 1.25″ / M42X0.75 Dimensions: 62 mm Diameter Weight:100g Working Temperature: -5°C—45°C Storage Temperature: -20°C—60°C Working Relative Humidity: 20%—80% Storage Relative Humidity: 20%—95% Supported resolution 10bit ADC / 12bit ADC 1304×976 150fps / 64fps 1280×960 152.4fps / 65fps 800×600 241.2fps / 102.9fps 640×480 299.4fps / 127.6fps 320×240 577.9fps / 256.4fps More resolutions can be user defined ZWO website is always updated with the most recent camera drivers as well as software for DSO and planetary imaging. Please make sure the most recent driver and software has been installed before you start shooting: It is also recommended to read the Manuals first before shooting. Warranty and Return Policy ZWO will provide a 2-year free warranty service (Warranty Period) for ZWO products purchased by Users from ZWO (“Products”) in accordance with this Policy, commencing on the day following receipt of the Products by Users.
