This manual covers the specifications, usage, cleaning instructions, and technical parameters for the ZWO ASI178 astronomical camera.
The ZWO ASI178 is a compact CMOS camera designed for astronomical photography. It features a 1/1.8" sensor with a resolution of 6.4 Mega Pixels (3096*2080) and supports both mono and color models, including versions with TEC cooling. The device connects via USB3.0 or USB2.0 interfaces.
| Sensor Type | 1/1.8" CMOS |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 6.4 Mega Pixels (3096*2080) |
| Pixel Size | 2.4µm |
| Interface | USB3.0/USB2.0 |
| Read Noise | 1.4~2.2e |
| ADC Bit Depth | 10 bit / 14 bit |
| Weight | 120g |
The camera has very low power consumption, around 170ma at 5V.
Yes, it supports hardware bin2 and bin4 modes.
ZWO provides a 2-year warranty for their products.