Features a high sensitivity monochrome Sony® Exview HAD™ CCD Sensor, USB 2.0 high speed, temperature sensor, low pixel noise for more data, drizzle software technology, and AutoStar Suite Software Camera Control and Image Processing Software. Chip specifications are 752 x 582 Pixels (437,664 pixels). Pixel size is near square, resulting in better image processing results, measuring 8.3 microns wide by 8.6 microns high. Full 16-bit A/D conversion means signal integrity is maintained through capture and processing. A minimum exposure time of 1/10,000 of a second and maximum exposure time one hour means you can capture anything from a day lit scene to the dimmest of objects in the night sky.

Unit is conveniently powered via the USB 2.0 port, no additional power supply needed. The Meade DSI is easy to use, lightweight, powerful and versatile. Meade engineers have invented a remarkable new way to reduce noise without a cooler, greatly reducing the imager’s power needs versus many models on the market. The incorporated thermal monitoring sensors automatically match your dark frames to ambient temperature so it is nearly impossible to take an uncalibrated picture.