Let the Color Lunar, Planetary Imager and Guider (LPI-G) unleash the inner astrophotographer in you.

An excellent camera for auto-guiding and solar system astrophotography.

With our solar, lunar and planetary guide camera, experience the universe on a whole new level. Lightweight and portable, LPI-G comes with a 1280 X 960 pixel CMOS sensor with the ability of capturing 28 frames per second at full resolution. This camera has a USB 2.0 connection and ST-4 guider port for easy connection to the mount.

Also includes a USB cable, software drivers, ASCOM drivers and image capture and processing software. Features the AR 130 Color CMOS imaging sensor with 3.75 X 3.75 micron pixel size. Up to 28 frames per second at 1280 X 960, and 30 fps at 640 X 480.

Accessories include USB 2.0 cable, ST-4 guide cable (2.0m), and a C-mount and a 1.25" nosepiece. Also includes the Meade Sky Capture software CD.

CAUTION: Never look at the Sun, either directly or through a telescope, without a professionally made protective solar filter installed that completely covers the front of the instrument, or permanent eye damage could result.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR SKY CAPTURE:

Operating System: Windows (32 & 64 bit) Vista/XP/7/8/10

Processor: Intel Core2 2.8 GHz equivalent or higher

Memory: 2GB or higher

Specifications

Power Source: DC 5V over PC USB port

Activity: Observing

Image Sensor: CMOS - AR130 Color

Chip Dimensions: 1/3" (4.8mm X 3.6mm)

Pixels: 1.2 Mega Pixels (1280 X 960)

Pixel Size: 3.75μm X 3.75μm

A/D Conversion: 12 bits

Frames per second/Resolution: 28@1280x960, 30@640x480

Shutter: Electronic Rolling Shutter

Minimum Exposure Time: 0.4ms

Maximum Exposure Time: 15 sec

Mounting Type: 1.25" nosepiece, C-mount

Back Focus Distance: 17.8mm

Image Format: JPEG, BITMAP, FITS1, FITS2

Binning: 1 X 1, 2 X 2

Spectral Range: 405-690nm

Operating Temperature: -10C ~ 50C

Storage Temperature: -20C ~ 60C

Operating Humidity: 30% ~ 80%

Contents Included: LPI-G Color camera, High Speed USB 2.0 A male to B male gold plated connectors' cable/ 2.0m, ST-4 Guide cable - 2.0m guide cable, 1.25" nose extension with C-mount, Meade Sky Capture Software on CD ROM- Includes Installation and Operating Instructions.

Product Dimensions: 1.25" diameter. 1.6" X 2.8" (41mm X 71.8mm)

Product Weight: 2.4 ounces

Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is provide by Meade for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact Meade at 800-626-3233.

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