ATIK Cameras 4000 User manual

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Atik 4000/11000 User Ma nual
Version 1.4 – July 2015

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Contents
1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Further information...................................................................................................................3
2. Pack Contents .................................................................................................................................4
3. Atik Cameras 4000/11000 ...............................................................................................................5
3.1 Camera Parts ...........................................................................................................................5
3.2 Sensor ......................................................................................................................................6
3.3 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) ...........................................................................................6
3.4 Power Consumption ................................................................................................................6
3.5 USB Port...................................................................................................................................6
3.6 Thermal Stabilization and Regulation ......................................................................................7
3.7 Optical window heater.............................................................................................................7
4. Technical Information Summary ......................................................................................................8
5. Declaration of Conformity ..............................................................................................................9
5.1 Disposal of the camera ............................................................................................................9
6. Servicing and Repairs ....................................................................................................................10
7. Warranty .......................................................................................................................................10

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1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of an Atik large format 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 unparalleled
ease 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 in
mind. Your Atik camera incorporates state-of-the-art design and materials, and will be your
trusted astrophotography companion for a long time to come.
1.1 Further information
For installation instructions and other useful information please refer to the Quickstart
guide which was shipped with the camera. Information on the software is given in the
ArtemisCapture guide, a PDF file of which is copied to your computer hard drive by the
software installer. Further information, including a number of 'Getting Started' tutorial
videos, is available on our website at http://www.atik-cameras.com.

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2. Pack Contents
This pack include s:
1. Atik 4000/11000 camera
2. USB cable
3. Car lighter type power cable
4. AC mains adapter (Universal)
5. 2” nosepiece adapter
6. CD with software and manuals
7. Quick start guide
8. Pelican case

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3. Atik Cameras 4000/11000
3.1 Camera Parts
1. Water cooling pipes
2. 2.1mm centre-positive 12V DC input
3. M6 screw slots
4. USB port
Note: the M6 screw slots are provided as a means to attach anything to the camera
(cable harness, etc.).
WARNING! The screws should never protrude inside the camera more than
5mm, or damage will occur.

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3.2 Sensor
The sensors used in the Atik 4000/11000 cameras are listed below:
Monochrome C olor
Atik 4000
Kodak KAI-4022
Kodak KAI-4022C
Atik 11000
Kodak KAI-11002
Kodak KAI-11002C
The optical window used in front of the CCD is a BK7 with BBAR coatings on both sides
ensuring that no reflection will appear in your image.
3.3 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)
The Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) is a 16-bit ADC. This means that your Atik camera will
allow you to record subtle levels of gray, providing you with enhanced dynamic range when
capturing an image.
3.4 Power Consumption
Your Atik camera was designed to have low power consumption: please see the table in
section 4 for details specific to your camera model. The 2.1mm centre-positive DC input is
compatible with a wide range of 12V DC supplies.
WARNING: The mains power adaptor supplied with the camera 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.
3.5 USB Port
The Atik 4000/11000 cameras use a USB 2.0 high-speed interface to minimize image
download times. A higher speed “preview” mode is also available, providing roughly
twice the speed of the normal mode.

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3.6 Thermal Stabilization and Regulation
Atik cameras are thermally stabilized to allow your CCD to produce the best result that it
can deliver. This is a thermoelectric process and therefore it takes some time to stabilize.
After switching the camera on you should wait about 5 minutes until thermal stabilization is
achieved.
The temperature is regulated, which means you can select a fixed temperature at which
you want the CCD to be maintained. This will allow making calibration frame libraries
(darks, bias) at different temperatures settings, avoiding the need to waste precious
imaging time with them.
One additional bonus is the ability to use liquid cooling. This is especially interesting on very
warm summer nights, where the air system won't allow you to reach the desired
temperature. By using water as a heat transport medium, lower temperatures can be
achieved.
3.7 Optical window heater
Because the CCD can be cooled to well below zero, conditions of very high humidity can
sometimes lead to condensation forming on the outside of the optical window. To
counteract this, the camera is equipped with an internal heater which can gently heat the
window to prevent condensation forming. To avoid unnecessary power consumption, the
heater is turned off by default. To turn it on, you should do the following:
Install the Application “Atik Config”, which is located on the CD Run the
application, press “connect”, followed by “EEPROM” Locate the option “Aux
power”; initially it will be set to 0
Increase the power level to 255
Press “Write to Memory” and exit
Press “Disconnect” and close Atik Config
WARNING: Don't change ANY of the other settings on EEPROM
As a suggestion, first try increasing the power level to 125 to see if this is proficient to
prevent dew from appearing.

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4. Technical Information Summary
4000
11000
Image sensor
Kodak KAI4022
Kodak KAI11002
Resolution
2048x2048
4008x2672
Pixel size (um)
7,4x7,4
9x9
ADC
16 bit
16 bit
Readout noise (Typ.)
11e
13e
Cooling Delta
-40
-38
Regulated cooler
Yes
Yes
Water assist
Yes
Yes
Maximum exposure
Unlimited
Unlimited
Minimum exposure
0,001s
0,001s
Maximum Frame Rate
N/A
N/A
PC Interface
USB2
USB2
Power requirements
12VDC, 2A
12VDC, 2A
Backfocus distance
16mm ±0.5
15mm ±0.5
Thread on front
M42x0,75
M54x0,75
Weight
990g
990g
Mono or OSC
Either
Either
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)
F
ocal Length (mm)
Angular resolution
(
arcsec/pixel) Atik 4000
Angular resolution
(
arcsec/pixel) Atik 11000
350
4 . 36
5 . 30
400
3 . 82
4 . 64
450
3 . 39
4 . 13
500
3 . 05
3 . 71
550
2 . 78
3 . 38
600
2 . 54
3 . 09
650
2 . 35
2 . 86
700
2 . 18
2 . 65
750
2 . 04
2 . 48
800
1 . 91
2 . 32
850
1 . 80
2 . 18
900
1 . 70
2 . 06
950
1 . 61
1 . 95
1000
1 . 53
1 . 86

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5. Declaration of Conformity
EU De cla ra tion o f C o nf o rm ity
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, commercial
transportations, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product
failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
This product is not a toy.
5.1 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 be
recycled. Local recycling drop off points available under the Waste from Electrical and
Electronic 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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6. Servicing and Repairs
Repairs, servicing and upgrades are available through your local dealer or by emailing
[e-mail]
Please note that modifications to the camera and/or accessories which are undertaken
without the manufacturer’s written permission will void the warranty.
7. Warranty
The equipment is guaranteed against defective design, manufacture or materials for a
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 no
charge 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 or
misuse, 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 or
consequential 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 the
fault. 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
and at 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.