i-Nova Camera and Astrophotography Control Unit SIS-IMX224C Color

i-Nova Technologies - Smart Imaging System (SIS)

The Smart Imaging System (SIS) offers a modular solution centered around the SIS-Box, a robust computer running Linux Ubuntu OS, accompanied by interchangeable camera sensor modules for imaging. This entire system seamlessly attaches to a telescope like any other astronomy camera. In addition to managing camera control and image acquisition, the SIS-Box computer can oversee any INDI-compatible device, ranging from filter wheels to automated domes, telescope mounts, and electric focusers. This integrated approach facilitates advanced astrophotography without the need for a power-hungry external computer to control operations.

There are two primary modes of utilizing the SIS. In direct mode, the system connects via an HDMI port to a monitor or TV and is navigated using a wireless mini-keyboard. In remote access mode, the VNC Viewer software is installed on any client device (desktop PC, laptop, mobile device), facilitating connection to the SIS over the Internet or a local network. The VNC Viewer software is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.

The current software package on the SIS includes:

• Planisphere: Sky Charts for locating celestial objects and controlling the mount
• PhD2 Guiding for autoguiding
• SISCapture for imaging, visual enhancement, real-time processing, and stacking
• Over time, the software package will expand through automatic software updates.

Technical Specifications:

• CPU: 8-Core ARM® Processor @2GHz
• 2GB RAM, 8GB ROM (eMMC flash memory)
• High-performance SSD storage
• Operating system: Linux Ubuntu
• Connectivity ports: Ethernet GigaBit, 4x USB 2.0, OTG micro extension USB 2.0, HDMI v1.4, Bluetooth 4.0, 2.4G Wifi 802.11 b/g/n, ST4 (autoguider) / 4 octo-coupled outputs, 3 octo-coupled inputs

Features:

• Low power consumption: less than 0.3A at 12V (DC)
• Compact size: 85 x 70 x 70 mm
• Lightweight: approximately 450g
• Operates in challenging conditions: low/high temperature and humidity
• Built-in web server for access via iPhone or Android
• Internet connectivity for software updates and remote maintenance
• Compatible with any INDI-compatible device
• Wireless backlit mini-keyboard with touchpad
• HDMI Cable (3m)
• Durable Case (EVA)
• Modular design for easy hardware upgrades and feature additions

The SIS architecture allows for effortless hardware upgrades, with interchangeable imaging sensor modules that can be replaced with more powerful models as sensor technology advances rapidly.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Capacity:

Sensor type: CMOS Chip (Sony IMX224)

Size of chip (mm): 4.8 x 3.6

Megapixel: 1.2

Pixel size: 3.75

Colour camera: yes

Resolution Photograph (Pixel): 1280 x 960

Bit depth (Bit): 12

Active cooling: no

Power supply: 12V

Supported operating systems: Windows, Mac, Linux

General:

Length (mm): 85

Width (mm): 70

Height (mm): 70

Weight (g): 450

Series: SIS