{"product_id":"gpm662c-infrared-galaxy-milky-way-set","title":"ToupTek GPM662C Infrared Galaxy Set – Milky Way Imaging","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-product-guide\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColour guiding meets infrared Milky Way imaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToupTek GPM662C Infrared Galaxy Set\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the Sony IMX662 colour guide camera with an \u003cstrong\u003e825nm infrared-pass filter and CS-mount lens\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use the lens for wide-field night-sky capture, or reconfigure the camera for a compatible telescope or guide scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-1.jpg?v=1789316126\" alt=\"ToupTek GPM662C colour guide camera\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes it a Galaxy Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bundle adds a lens and infrared filter to the standard camera package. Selecting near-infrared light can reduce the contribution of visible artificial lighting. Results depend on sky conditions, exposure and processing; the filter does not remove every source of light pollution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfrared images are not natural-colour photographs.\u003c\/strong\u003e The GPM662C has a colour sensor, but the supplied IR-pass filter blocks visible wavelengths. Use an appropriate visible-light optical configuration for conventional colour imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-2.jpg?v=1789316139\" alt=\"ToupTek infrared Galaxy Set lens and filter\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting started\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the manufacturer's adapter and lens installation diagram, support the camera securely with a suitable clamp and tripod, then connect it by USB to your computer or compatible controller. Focus on stars and adjust exposure to suit the sky. Stacking and dark-frame calibration can improve the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor autoguiding, fit the telescope adapters and use compatible guiding software. Connect the ST4 cable when using your mount's guide port. The camera requires software to calculate corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-3.jpg?v=1789316150\" alt=\"GPM662 lens and infrared filter installation\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-7.jpg?v=1789316204\" alt=\"GPM camera USB-C and ST4 connections\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSony IMX662 colour CMOS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eResolution \/ pixels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1920 × 1080 (2.1MP) \/ 2.9µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensor format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2.8-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSet accessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCS-mount lens; 825nm IR-pass filter and adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 2.0 Type-C; ST4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFull-resolution frame rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.8fps at 8-bit; 8.9fps at 12-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eADC \/ gain modes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-bit \/ HCG and LCG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExposure range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1ms–1000s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower \/ cooling\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB powered \/ passive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCamera-only weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65.3g; excludes set accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-4.jpg?v=1789316164\" alt=\"GPM662C spectral response\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCamera performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHCG and LCG settings offer different balances of read noise and full-well capacity. The manufacturer’s charts show performance across the gain range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-5.jpg?v=1789316177\" alt=\"GPM662C HCG performance charts\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-6.jpg?v=1789316191\" alt=\"GPM662C LCG performance charts\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPM662C colour camera with CS-mount adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCS-mount lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e825nm infrared-pass filter and adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2m USB Type-A to Type-C cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2m ST4 guide cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25-inch nosepiece and 5mm adapter ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod, mounting clamp and computer or controller are sold separately. Contact Dark Clear Skies for help matching your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ToupTek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55659988124024,"sku":"GPM662CSET","price":164.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/touptek-gpm662c-galaxy-set-camera-lens-filter.png?v=1789319112","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/gpm662c-infrared-galaxy-milky-way-set","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}