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Meade Planetary Imager and AutoGuider (Monochrome)
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  • CMOS imaging camera featuring the AR130 monochrome image sensor
  • Can be used for auto-guiding, or astrophotography of solar system objects
  • Includes 1.25" nosepiece and C-mount threads
  • 1.2mp sensor (1280x960 pixels)
  • 3.75 micron pixel size


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Item #  56985b
Mfg Model #  645002

Let the Monochrome 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. Compatible with Windows 8/10/11

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.

Warranty

Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is provided 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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  • Best for imaging
    Lunar & planetary
  • User level
    Intermediate
  • Imaging sensor
    CMOS - AR130 Monochrome
  • Imaging sensor size
    1/3" (4.8mm X 3.6mm)
  • Pixel array
    1280 x 960 (1,228,800 total)
  • Pixel size
    3.75 x 3.75
  • Imaging chip
    Monochrome
  • Video frame rate
    28
  • Autoguider capability
    Yes
  • Exposure range
    0.4ms - 15 sec
  • A/D conversion
    12 bit
  • Thermoelectric cooling
    No
  • IR filter
    Yes
  • Mounting
    1.25" nozzle or c-thread
  • USB connection
    High-speed 2.0
  • Software compatibility
    Windows 7/8/10
  • Binning
    1x1, 2x2
  • Backfocus distance (from T-threads)
    17.80mm
  • Weight (oz.)
    2
  • Warranty
    Two year

Orders received by 1pm Eastern Standard Time for in-stock items ship the same business day. Order received after noon will ship the next business day. When an item is not in-stock we will ship it as soon as it becomes available. Typically in-stock items will ship first and backordered items will follow as soon as they are available. You have the option in check out to request that your order ship complete, if you'd prefer.

SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR THIS PRODUCT

This product is available to ship Standard delivery US except for delivery to Alaska and Hawaii. Delivery is available to APO/DPO/FPO addresses. Delivery is not available to US territories/protectorates. Delivery is available to Canada.

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