SBIG STV

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Brand and Model:	SBIG STV
Price ($USD):	$1995.00
Pixel Size (microns):	7.4
Resolution:	656x480
Computer Interface:	Serial
Attributes:	Autoguider
Electric Power:	12V
Weight (lbs.):	1
Description:	Deluxe option includes: integrated LCD video screen, tripod mounting block, C-mount lens adapter and hard carrying case with pre-cut foam insert for 2395. Comes with 1.25" Nose piece. 16 bits/pixel. includes NTSC/PAL video out. SBIG's STV Page

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SBIG STV

The STV was designed as an autoguider and it performs this function very well either on a guidescope, or after purchasing the rather costly single-lens e-finder accessory that can also be used as a focal reducer when imaging (see below).

The head is a clone of the ST-237 with minute pixels for high resolution imaging, but the array is small. Imaging with this size array yields a very small field of view unless you use a short-focus refractor or a focal reducer. Recently an install-it-yourself colour imaging wheel is available from SBIG at an excessive price.

All in all, this delightful instrument is rather expensive and for imaging there are many less expensive - though more difficult to use - cameras out there.

MJ Spicer

Overall Rating: 7
Performance:10 Ease of Use:9 Value:6
Weight: 1 (Unreliable Vote)
Date: 01/31/2003 05:00:37 pm PST
By: Anonymous (xxx.xxx.105.43)
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