AstroScope for Sony Video

AstroScope is a high-performance night vision module that incorporates a state-of-the-art image intensifier that transforms dark scenes into bright, high-resolution imagery. The AstroScope night vision adapter is specifically designed for the Sony high definition camcorders to produce high quality, high resolution video under very demanding conditions.

The heart of the 9350BRAC is the Central Intensifier Unit (CIU). Select from a range of Gen III image intensifiers offering different levels of performance that enable you to tailor a system based upon your mission requirements and budget. AstroScope's modular design enables you to expand your capabilities by allowing you to easily transfer the image intensifier to other platforms including Canon and Nikon SLR cameras, removable-lens camcorders like the Canon XL2 and the Canon XL-H1 high definition video camera, C-mount CCTV cameras, and a versatile handheld scope.

Please call us to discuss the wide variety of AstroScope components available to meet your specific requirements (including optional Gen III image intensifier grades and support for other consumer and prosumer camcorders).


Features Include:

• Rugged, Professional Grade Accessory
• Improve Low-Light Performance by 8 to 10 F-stops
• No Special Set-up, Calibration, or Operator Training Required
• Permits the Use of All Standard Optics
• Cold Shoe Accessory Mount for an IR Illuminator
• ¼" x 20 Threaded Tripod or Accessory Mount
• Gen III Image-Intensifier Powered by AAA Batteries for Long Operating Cycles
• Support for High Definition (HD) Models

Models (Adapters)

9350BRAC-37-3PRO	AstroScope Night Vision Bracket for Sony HVR-A1U High Definition Video (HDV) Camcorder, Includes Gen III Common Module Central Intensifier Unit
9350BRAC-30-3PRO	AstroScope Night Vision Bracket for Sony HDR-SR1U/E High Definition Video (HDV) Camcorder, Includes Gen III Common Module Central Intensifier Unit
9350BRAC-PD-3PRO	AstroScope Night Vision Bracket for Sony DSR-PD150/PD170/VX2100 Camcorders, Includes Gen III Common Module Central Intensifier Unit
9350BRAC-Z1U-3PRO	AstroScope Night Vision Bracket for Sony HVR-Z1U and HDR-FX1 High Definition Video (HDV) Camcorders, Includes Gen III Common Module Central Intensifer Unit

CIU - Central Intensifier Units

Gen III CIU Options

9350CIU3-A Omni VI, Thin Film, Auto-gating, "Aviation" 9350CIU3-N Omni VI, Thin Film, Auto-Gating, "Pinnacle" 9350CIU3-IV Omni IV

Specifications

Housing	Rugged, lightweight, epoxy-coated aluminum with quick-connect fasteners
Mechanical	Modular System Designed to Share Components Across Platforms using Quick-Connect Fasteners
Power	3 VDC (AAA Battery x 2)

Accessories

Small Case	Foam-Lined, Watertight Carrying Case
Medium Case	Foam-Lined, Watertight Carrying Case
Large Case	Watertight Carrying Case With Padded Dividers
L25F1.3	25mm F1.3 C-mount Lens with iris
L50F1.4	50mm F1.4 C-mount Lens with iris
Z12.5-75F1.2	12.5-75mm F1.2 C-mount Zoom Lens
9900 Laser Illuminator*	Illuminates areas with near-infrared light invisible to the naked eye for those circumstances that have "no light"
9900-BE*	AstroLaser Beam Expander

* Please Call 866-451-2257 for Pricing
 
 
 
Applications Include:
 
 

	Border Patrol Due to increased security concerns, the commitment to secure a nation’s borders has become a priority. Night Vision technology is playing an increased role in shutting down illegal border crossings. Long-range thermal imaging solutions and wide area infrared illuminators combined with low-light monochromatic cameras can render a “line in the sand” impenetrable.
	Coastal Surveillance A country’s coast is the most vulnerable area for the incursion of illegal immigrants and terrorists. Long-range detection is critical to ensure the ability to respond to suspicious sighting. In addition, marine based systems are subjected to extremely harsh conditions and system availability is critical to the mission. The ability of a system to handle the environment and see under difficult marine conditions is an important consideration when selecting the right solution.
	Criminal Investigation Law enforcement professionals rely on night vision to capture high-resolution images that can greatly assist in a successful prosecution. The ability to capture images in low light that provides facial recognition and vehicle registration identification is now available. AstroScope is easy to install on existing film, digital, and video cameras expanding the capabilities of law enforcement department’s investment in photographic equipment.
	Electronic News Gathering Major networks around the globe have been capturing images under the most extreme conditions. Imbedded news crews are required by their news directors to provide images day and nighttime. The AstroScope professional night vision modules for ENG cameras are available for 1/3”, ½” & 2/3” B3 & B4 mount cameras. In addition, there are night vision modules for Canon XL-1S and Sony PD150 professional camcorders.
	Force Protection Today, confronting terrorism dominates the headlines. The military’s response is to set up a secure perimeter and infrastructure at military installations. Thermal imaging technology provides detection at long range but cannot provide identification. Night vision technology and extreme low-light CCD cameras meet the requirement of identification while still operating in a covert manner.
	Home Land Security With today’s security concerns, the demand for cost-effective video security systems is increasing. Thermal and low light night vision based systems are available for wide area surveillance and long-range detection. Electrophysics systems are ideal for large industrial infrastructure facilities including power plants, chemical plants and public areas such as dams and reservoirs and entertainment complexes.
	Public Area Security Delivering 24/7 security and surveillance coverage of public areas is a daunting challenge for any public or private community. Today there are new technologies available that upgrade or replace the systems currently used. Extreme low-light CCD cameras are capable of seeing into almost total darkness to produce identifiable images. Banks of stadium lights can be replaced with infrared illuminators that can see farther and in a covert manner.
	Special Operations Special Ops units are always the first to go in, usually under the cover of darkness, to identify targets, perform covert intelligence gathering, and threat assessments. Since 1969, Electrophysics has been the leading supplier of sophisticated night vision systems for photographic and video imaging to these elite groups around the globe. Using satellite transmission systems to send images instantly from the remotest locations, targets can be identified and appropriate action taken with no wasted time or chance for the target to escape.