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The AstroScope utilizes Gen III image-intensifier technology. No traditional night vision device will work without at least some ambient light available (including pocketscopes and monoculars like the AN/PVS-14 and night vision goggles like the AN/PVS-7). Image-intensifiers are basically light amplifiers... some ambient light must be available to produce the familiar green imagery; even just starlight, moonlight, or near-infrared illumination that is invisible to the naked eye.

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No! Packaged with each new unit, we provide a Start Here Card that you can carry your cargo pocket. The basic instructions are short and simple. For example, when using the Electrophysics AstroScope 9350EOS-P for Canon or the 9350NIKS-P for Nikon, we recommend that photographers operate the SLR camera in Manual mode (not shutter priority, aperture priority or automatic program modes) using initial settings of 800 ISO, 1/30 second shutter speed, lowest f-stop (wide open aperture), using Manual focus.

The AstroScope 9350-series products are cost effective modular solutions. We designed the AstroScope with modularity in mind to save you money and to "build in" a level of forwards compatibility. You can take advantage of the unique opportunity to "swap" our patented Gen III AstroScope common module Central Intensifier Unit from one night vision imaging platform to another (for example, use one CIU for both a camcorder and an SLR camera setup).

Yes! Our GSA Contract Number is GS07F8752D and the current Contract Period is August 1, 2001 through July 31, 2011. Our CAGE Code is 61834.

Yes! Electrophysics Corporation is an ISO 9001:2000 certified U.S. manufacturing company. We design and build the AstroScope products under stringent quality controls in our facility in Fairfield, NJ.

Mounting the AstroScope to your camera could not be quicker or easier. The Electrophysics AstroScope 9350EOS-P for Canon and the 9350NIKS-P for Nikon are specifically designed for these SLR camera platforms and our adapters mount between the camera body and the native objective lenses using the manufacturers’ standard lens bayonets. AstroScope's battlefield-proven design delivers seamless integration with your camera body, requires no back focus adjustment, no additional batteries, and delivers sharp full-frame images with little or no vignetting on most platforms. Install the AstroScope in the field, in the dark, in under 10 seconds and use the same high performance lenses that you carry for daytime photography.

When using the Electrophysics AstroScope 9350EOS-P for Canon or the 9350NIKS-P for Nikon, we recommend that photographers operate the SLR camera in Manual mode (not shutter priority, aperture priority or automatic program modes) using initial settings of 800 ISO, 1/30 second shutter speed, lowest f-stop (wide open aperture), using Manual focus. Without the aid of an image-intensifier, Canon and Nikon SLR cameras will unsuccessfully attempt to auto focus under nighttime low-light conditions. Auto focus is unreliable in low light because the auto focus algorithms built into the Canon and Nikon camera firmware are based upon contrast comparisons. Simply put, SLR cameras are designed to take pictures under typical daytime ambient lighting conditions; they are not designed with nighttime picture-taking in mind. Even with the aid of a night vision device, low-light level noise and phosphor effects can confuse the focus sensors. This is a limitation of the camera, NOT the Electrophysics AstroScope hardware. SLR cameras are not designed with night vision behavior in mind.

Yes! AstroScope maintains seamless electronic communications between the SLR camera body and the objective lens. Lens functions are retained, including image stabilization.

The output of our patented AstroScope Gen III common module Central Intensifier Unit exceeds HD resolution. The camcorder's native resolution is the limiting factor in an AstroScope night vision setup.

We offer solutions to support 1/2" and 2/3" format removable-lens ENG-type video cameras with B3 and B4 lens bayonets. The AstroScope 9312B accepts 1/2" lenses and the 9323B accepts 2/3" lenses. Our engineers have researched the viability of designing a 1/3" Broadcast AstroScope night vision adapter (or a 9313B) but there are significant disadvantages to building an AstroScope designed to accept the standard 1/3" lens. The input window of the Gen III image-intensifier tube is 18mm in diameter. A 1/3" format lens would “project” an image upon just a small portion of that IIT input window, sacrificing resolution and light gathering potential. A 1/2" format lens is MUCH more efficient and covers significantly more image area on the intensifier input. The JVC GY-HD110U is a 1/3" camera but WE DO HAVE AN EXCELLENT SOLUTION! The very best technical answer is to use a 1/3" to 1/2" adapter and a 1/2" format lens on the JVC GY-HD100E when using the AstroScope 9312B. JVC offers the model ACM-12 1/3" to 1/2" Lens Mount Converter.

We offer standardized solutions to support 1/2" and 2/3" format removable-lens ENG-type video cameras with B3 and B4 lens bayonets. The AstroScope 9312B accepts 1/2" lenses and the 9323B accepts 2/3" lenses. Our engineers have researched the viability of designing a 1/3" Broadcast AstroScope night vision adapter (or a 9313B) but there are significant disadvantages to building an AstroScope designed to accept the standard 1/3" lens. The input window of the Gen III image-intensifier tube is 18mm in diameter. A 1/3" format lens would "project" an image upon just a small portion of that IIT input window, sacrificing resolution and light gathering potential. A 1/2" format lens is MUCH more efficient and covers significantly more image area on the intensifier input. The very best technical answer is to use a 1/3" to 1/2" adapter and a 1/2" format lens coupled with the AstroScope 9312B on your 1/3" format camera.

The AstroScope is designed to fit between the existing objective lens and the camera body, allowing seamless communication between the lens and camera. All lens functions are retained, including auto iris control and exposure controls. If you are using a 1/3" format video camera, you must use a 1/3" to 1/2" adapter and a 1/2" lens with the AstroScope 9312B.

No. The Electrophysics AstroScope draws minimal power directly from the camera's rechargeable battery. No additional batteries are required.

No. Operating the AstroScope with your camera could not be easier. The Electrophysics AstroScope is designed to fit between the camera body and the native objective lenses using the manufacturers' standard lens bayonets. AstroScope is "invisible" to the camera and all controls are maintained. You operate the camera as though the night vision adapter was not installed.