Toucam Pro II colour webcam and adapter.
This is the PCVC840K model, with the Sony ICX-098BQ colour 1/4" CCD at 640x480. I think it's limited to 15fps at 640x480 and 30fps at 320x240 due to the interface actually being USB1.1. I've updated this to the SPC900NC firmware, so the WIn7 WDM drivers work OK and the camera will work with almost all video software. I've confirmed the drivers work, and also got the RAW mode to work, though disabled this. The newer YUV mode works fine. So you can easily and quickly start capturing frames of the planets/Sun/Moon. The camera uses a standard M12 thread, and the adapter is a nice quality M12->31.7 eyepiece adapter. I still have the original box, but unfortunately I've lost the parts parts (the lens, rubbish tripod and flip stand). Of course, this is no problem for astro use.
Good but fairly used condition - might be some scratches, the M12 threads (plastic) are in good condition, and there's no play when it's mounted.
80 SGD
The Imaging source DMK21AF02.
This is a Firewire IIDC camera. I got this back in 2006 or so, when they only sold industrial cameras. I later updated it to the DMK21AF02.AS firmware, which allows longer exposures. I've also super-glued a 1/4" 20 tpi (standard tripod) mount to the bottom, as I used this with wide-field lenses for a project (measuring variable stars). This is a mono Sony ICX098BL 1/4" chip capable of 60fps at 640x480, so is very suitable for Lunar/Planetary/Solar capture. The IIDC protocol is quite feature-rich and supports various uncompressed formats for best quality. The IC Capture.AS software is now free and can be downloaded from The Imaging Sources' web site. I think this should support Firewire cameras on Windows machines, but I have't tried it. You will need a *6-pin* firewire 400 port (or FW-800 and suitable adapter cable - I can give you one). The smaller 4-pin FW ports do not provide power, so you'd need an adapter cable to get power. Basically, it's better if you have FW-800 or full-size FW-400. These work well on a Mac with FW, and there is good software support - e.g. PhD guiding, Quicktime recording. I used to use AstroIIDC, which is excellent, but unfortunately now abandoned.
Very good condition.
Here's an example of the use of this camera for the 2012 Venus transit (captured and processed with AstroIIDC on a Mac):
20120605_222847_U.mov_81LVL-2-sm by Stuart Croy, on Flickr
150 SGD - includes a FW cable if you need it.
Point Grey Research USB2.0 mono camera.
These were a custom lot that appeared on eBay. They are basically the same as the PGR Firefly MV, and are identified as such by the PGR software, but with a different case. The Firefly MV has a C-mount, but these boards have an S-mount (M12) interface with a small lens. I managed to find a decent quality C-mount board mount that fits the board perfectly. However, the diameter of these mounts is a little wider than the (plastic) case, so the case will need to be filed down a little. I can help with this (I have files and a Dremel). These use a Micron MT9V022 1/3" CMOS sensor, and can capture RAW up to 60fps. They are *very* small and light, and the slightly larger 1/3" sensor makes them quite suitable for autoguiding. They also work fine with metaguide, so you can nail your collimation. The PGR software is very good and supports RAW 16-bit capture at high frame rates, binning and ROI, making them very suitable for planetary imaging. The file format is 16-bit, but I think the ADC might be 14. I've updated them to the latest firmware versions. These use the full USB2.0 bandwidth and have a micro-USB connector.
I have two available (am keeping one other). They are boxed as new. I only opened the box to test them and upgrade the firmware. The boxes have serial codes. You need these to register with PGR to download drivers and software.
140 SGD - includes C-mount PCB mount, modification and original mount and lens.
Meade DSI Pro
The venerable DSI Pro, supported by lots and lots of software. It uses a Sony IXC254AL 1/3" sensor, and has a large heatsink. I have the original box and software, but not the filters (sold) or filter cradle (lost). The software is obviously dated, and although there are newer versions on Meade's site, you're better off using 3rd party software. Suitable for autoguiding, or getting started with imaging - especially narrow-band imaging - with a short focal length scope. I've added a Scope-Stuff low-profile T-ring adapter, and shutter. This adapter takes 31.7mm filters. It also greatly reduces the amount of back-focus needed, allowing the use of camera lenses (with appropriate adapters). The shutter is very handy when taking dark frames, and also keeps the sensor safe and clean. I'm hesitant to sell this as it's so well supported and reliable.
180 SGD
Selling as I no longer need these and want to free up some space. I'll try to find time to upload photos of all items. Personal guarantee of 2 weeks for all items, and I'll try to help you get them working.
I'll be selling some other items over the next few weeks, so keep your eyes peeled!
Cheers,
Stuart
