Parts List, System Requirements refer to Figure

Welcome to a new world of adventure. Your new StarShoot Deep Space Color Imaging Camera II (SSDSI-

II)is capable of capturing detailed, full-color images of astronomical objects. Galaxies, star clusters, and nebu- lae, as well as the planets, Moon, and Sun (with optional solar ﬁlter) can all be imaged to create spectacular views on your computer (laptop recommended, see “System Requirements”) which can be saved for emailing or printing later. You’ll ﬁnd that this relatively inexpensive, yet power- ful, camera will enhance your astronomical journeys with your telescope.

Please read this instruction manual before attempting to use the camera or install the needed software. For the most detailed information on speciﬁc camera and software functions, consult the Maxim DL Essentials Help menu; the tutorials found there are especially useful for familiarizing yourself with how the software and camera are typically used.

Parts List

•StarShoot Deep Space Color Imager II

•USB cable

•3V Power supply for TEC (requires 2x D-cell batteries, not included)

•CD-ROM

System Requirements (refer to Figure 1)

Telescope

The SSDSI-II can be used with virtually any telescope that is compatible with 1.25" format eyepieces. The camera simply is inserted into a focuser in the same way as a standard eyepiece (Figure 2a).

Important Note: Be sure to always ﬁrmly tighten the thumbscrew(s) that secures the SSDSI-II in the telescope focuser, or it could fall out and onto the ground!

If your telescope is has T-threads for direct camera attachment, a more secure connection can be made. First, unthread the nosepiece from the SSDSI-II. This exposes the camera’s T-threads. Now, simply thread the camera onto your telescope (Figure 2b).

Figure 1. To use the SSDSI-II, a telescope, mount, and computer are required.

Securing thumbscrew

Figure 2a. The SSDSI-II ﬁts into 1.25" focuser, just like a standard 1.25" eyepiece. Firmly tighten the thumbscrew that secures the SSDSI in the focuser.