iOptron iCAM462C User manual

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iOptron Planetary Camera Manual
iCAM462C
Product #3372
Ver. 1.00 2021.12
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Product Description
iCAM462C camera uses a Sony IMX462 color sensor. The imaging area is 1/2.8”, with 2.9um pixel size,
2.1MP resolution (1944*1096) and diagonal of 6.5mm.
iCAM462C camera has a very high sensitivity. It is an idea camera for planetary imaging. The camera has
a very low readout noise. The testing results indicated that the readout noise is as low as 0.73e at a gain
of 350 and around 0.7e at a gain of 400. The camera has a unique DPS (Dead Pixel Suppression)
technology to eliminate the any abnormal/dead pixel by analyzing camera dark frames. The camera has
a unique HCG mode, which will automatically turn on when the camera gain setting is ≥ 80. The HCG
mode can greatly reduce the readout noise and retain the same high dynamic range as it at low gain.
Due to its unique QE response, the sensitivity reaches the peak at 800-850nm. An IR850 or CH4 filter can
be used with the camera for infrared imaging.
When the camera is connected to the USB3.0 interface and full-resolution preview is used, it can reach
136 fps in RAW8 mode (10bit ADC). During image recording, the actual recording speed is affected by
the hard drive writing speed. It is recommended to use a high-quality solid state drive to record data to
realize the full benefit of the USB3.0 data speed. The ST-4 guiding port allows one to connect the camera
to a mount GUIDE port for ST-4 autoguiding.
Package Contents
iCAM462C Camera
USB 3.0 cable
ST-4 guiding cable
Online Contents
This Manual
Camera driver
ASCOM driver
System Requirement
Windows 7/8/10 is supported
Linux and Mac OS will be supported soon.
Driver Installation
1. Download iCAM/PlayerOne camera driver. Save in a folder or desktop.
2. DO NOT connect the camera to the computer yet. Double click on downloaded driver to
enter installation page.

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3. Check License Agreement and click Install.
4. Check Always Trust Software from PlayerOne and click Install.
5. Click Install Finished when it is down.
6. Now connect the camera to a computer using included USB 3.0 cable. Check iCAM status in
Device Manager under Imaging devices.

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7. Open your Image Capture Software, such as SharpCap. Click on Cameras pull down manual
to select the camera, such as iCAM462C.
8. Remove camera cover and adjust exposure, you should see the change of brightness. This
indicates the camera is working properly.

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Camera Characterization
Specifications:
Image Sensor
Sony IMX462 CMOS (color)
Sensor Size
1/2.8” (5.6X3.2mm)
Max. Resolution
1944 X 1096 (2.1MP)
Pixel Size
2.9µm
Frame Rate
136 fps (10 bit)
Shutter
Rolling shutter
Exposure Range
32µs ~2000s
Readout Noise
2.6e~0.7e
QE Peak
~80%
Full Well
12K e
ADC
12 bit
HCG Mode
Supported
Optical Window
AR coated glass
Data Port
USB3.0/USB2.0
Guide Port
ST-4 compatible
Telescope Adapter
1.25”
Warranty
One year limited
Typical Performances:

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Dimensions:
Optional Extension