MAGUS CHD20 is a digital camera designed for mounting on a microscope. It is intended for taking photos and videos of specimens and editing them, as well as for measuring linear and angular dimensions of objects and their structure. The device runs its own software and can therefore be connected not only to a computer but also directly to an external display. For this purpose, the camera is equipped with two types of interface: HDMI and USB.
The camera reproduces high-quality Full HD images (1920x1080 px) and provides a high frame rate and fast data transfer between devices. It features a Sony sensor with high light sensitivity, which can capture images even under fluorescent light. Another feature of this camera is the use of mosaic RGB filters. This reduces dark current and provides a clean image. The entire camera system is designed to produce high-quality images without stuttering, clipping or distortion, even if the observed object is moving.
Sensor
With its small size (1/2'', 3,75x3,75 μm pixels), the colour CMOS sensor from the SONY Starvis series has high photosensitivity (1175 mV at a shutter speed of 1/30 s) and allows you to shoot even in low-light conditions. This is made possible by the use of backside illumination technology. An adapter with 0.5x to 0.7x magnification is recommended to create the widest possible field of view without distortion.
Software features
When connected via an interface, the HDMI camera uses built-in software to display images on an external display, take photos and videos, edit images, and measure linear and angular dimensions of samples and their structures. Before measurements are taken, the software must be calibrated for each lens using a calibration sample.
The USB interface is used to connect the camera to a computer. The software is installed from the USB flash drive included in the kit and is also available for download from the "References and downloads" section.
Connecting to external devices
MAGUS CHD20 allows connection to an external display and a computer, as well as to additional devices. Connection to a monitor, TV or projector is made via an HDMI interface at 60 fps. You can connect the camera to a computer via a USB 2.0 interface at 50 fps.
The camera comes with a 32 GB SD card. You can save photos and videos to it and process them using the built-in software. The USB interface allows you to connect a flash drive.
Using a mouse is recommended for working with the camera's applications. It is also included in the kit and is designed to eliminate vibrations arising from direct handling of the camera.
The device can be combined with special MAGUS monitors, which are mounted directly on the camera and form a microscopic imaging system.
Mounting on a microscope
The camera can be inserted into the eyepiece tube of the microscope, connecting to it via a C-mount adapter and an adapter ring for the diameter of. A C-mount adapter is used to mount the device on the trinocular tube. Please note that the C-mount adapter may already be included in your microscope kit; its availability depends on the specific model and configuration. Before purchasing a camera, we recommend checking the contents of your microscope kit and, if necessary, purchasing the appropriate adapters.
Key features:
- Light sensitivity of 1175 mV at 1/30 s allows you to shoot even in low-light or fluorescent lighting
- The camera produces high-quality Full HD images (1920x1080 px)
- Built-in software enables autonomous creation and processing of photos and video materials and performing measurements on an object
- The HDMI and USB interfaces are used to output data to an external monitor or computer, with a frame rate of 60 and 50 fps respectively, depending on the connection
- The camera uses mosaic RGB filters that reduce dark current and produce a clear image
The kit includes:
- Digital camera
- HDMI cable (1.5 m)
- USB 2.0 cable (2 m)
- USB mouse
- 32 GB SD memory card
- AC power adapter 12 V/1 A (Euro)
- USB flash drive with drivers and software
- User manual and warranty card
Specifications
| Warranty |
5 years |
| Package dimensions (L x W x H) |
25x17x9 cm |
| Shipping weight |
1.5 kg |
| Sensor |
Sony Exmor/Starvis CMOS |
| Colour/monochrome |
colour |
| Megapixels |
2 |
| Maximum resolution, pixels |
1920x1080 (Full HD) |
| Sensor size |
1/2" (7.2x4.05 mm) |
| Pixel size, μm |
3.75x3.75 |
| Interface connectors |
HDMI 1.4, USB 2.0 |
| Interface |
HDMI 1.4, USB 2.0 |
| Memory card |
SD up to 32 GB |
| Option to connect additional equipment |
USB mouse, flash memory (USB) |
| Light sensitivity |
1175 mV at 1/30 s |
| Signal-to-noise ratio |
0.15 mV at 1/30 s |
| Exposure time |
0.04 ms – 1000 ms |
| Video recording |
yes |
| Frame rate, fps at resolution |
50 at 1920x1080 (USB), 60 at 1920x1080 (HDMI) |
| Mounting location |
trinocular tube, eyepiece tube instead of eyepiece |
| Image format |
*.jpg, *.tif |
| Video format |
*.h264/*.h265, *.mp4 |
| Spectral range, nm |
380–650 (built-in infrared filter) |
| Shutter type |
ERS (electronic rolling shutter) |
| System requirements |
Windows 8/10/11 (32-bit and 64-bit), Mac OS X, Linux, up to 2.8 GHz Intel Core 2 or more powerful, at least 4 GB RAM, USB 2.0 port, RJ45, 19" or larger display (with USB connection) |
| Software |
HDMI: built-in; USB: MAGUS View |
| Mount type |
C-mount |
| Body |
aluminium alloy |
| Power supply |
DC adapter 12 V, 1 A |
| DC power adapter specifications |
input: AC voltage 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz; output: DC voltage 12 V/1 A |
| Operating temperature range, °C |
-10 — 50 |
| Operating humidity range, % |
30 — 80 |
