Uranus-M Pro (IMX585) Monochrome Cooled Camera.

The Uranus-M Pro (IMX585) camera, developed by Player One Astronomy, is a state-of-the-art monochrome cooled camera launching in 2025. It features Sony's IMX585 1/1.2” format mono sensor, designed to deliver high-performance imaging with exceptional clarity and sensitivity. With a 2.9μm pixel size, a full well capacity of 47Ke, and a total resolution of 8.3MP (3856x2180), the 12.85mm diagonal sensor is well-suited for deep-sky, solar, lunar, and planetary imaging.

STARVIS2 Technology

Built on Sony’s STARVIS2 back-illuminated pixel technology, the Uranus-M Pro provides enhanced low-light performance and improved quantum efficiency, making it ideal for astrophotography.

Key Features

Cutting-Edge Design

The Uranus-M Pro follows the sleek Ares cooled series design, featuring a lightweight carbon fibre body, a stylish red-and-black colour scheme, and an integrated sensor tilter plate along with an anti-dew PCB board. This ensures a lightweight yet highly functional camera.

Dual Sensor Tilt Plates

• Front 3P Tilt Plate (Default): Ideal for general astrophotography, ensuring optimal sensor alignment.

• Rear 4P Tilt Plate (Optional): Designed for use with filter wheels, filter drawers, and OAGs, particularly beneficial for RASA users.

• Built-in high-density sponge shading pad eliminates light leakage.

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Optimized for Lightweight and Portability

With a carbon fibre housing and an optimized structure, the 420g camera is among the lightest cooled cameras available.

Advanced Cooling System

Equipped with a dual-stage TEC cooling system, the Uranus-M Pro achieves a Delta-T of 35–40°C, effectively reducing thermal noise for long-exposure astrophotography.

Anti-Dew Heater

A built-in anti-dew heater prevents condensation on the sensor window, ensuring clear imaging even in humid conditions.

High Performance

• Full Well Capacity: 47Ke, nearly 3.6 times larger than the previous generation IMX485 (13Ke).

• Frame Rate: Supports 47 FPS in RAW8 mode, significantly faster than its predecessors.

• Non-Amp-Glow Technology: Produces completely dark frames, reducing unwanted noise for high-quality imaging.

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Ideal for Various Applications

• Deep-Sky Imaging: Excellent sensitivity for capturing faint nebulae and galaxies.

• Solar & Lunar Imaging: The 1/1.2” sensor captures the full disk of the Sun and Moon with short focal-length telescopes.

• Planetary Imaging: High frame rate enables detailed captures of planets like Jupiter and Saturn.

• Mosaic Imaging: Large sensor size enhances efficiency in assembling wide-field mosaics.

512MB DDR3 Cache for Stability

A 512MB DDR3 cache ensures stable data transmission, preventing frame drops and significantly reducing readout noise. This also allows smooth operation even on USB 2.0 ports.

USB Type-C and Power Management

• Dual Type-C Data Ports for seamless connectivity.

• 12V DC (5.5×2.1mm) Power Port to power the TEC cooling system.

• Can function as an uncooled camera if TEC power is not connected.

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Customizable Cooling & Anti-Dew Settings

• Adjustable cooling fan speed and dew heater power settings in the ASCOM driver.

• Standard Delta-T: 35-40°C with 100% fan speed and 1% dew heater power.

• Recommended Delta-T settings: 30-35°C, 50-70% fan speed, 10% dew heater power.

Built-in Protection Mechanisms

The Uranus-M Pro features overvoltage and overcurrent protection, ensuring safety and reliability in extended imaging sessions.

Low Readout Noise & High Sensitivity

• HCG Mode activates at Gain 210, maintaining a balance between dynamic range and noise reduction.

• Readout Noise: Independently tested, can be analysed using Sharpcap 4 Sensor Analysis.

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Exceptional Dark Current Performance

• 0.0004 e/s/pix at -20°C.

• 0.005 e/s/pix at 0°C.

• Exhibits a nearly linear dark current response curve, ensuring stable performance.

Relative QE Curve

The quantum efficiency curve, provided by Sony Co., Ltd., highlights the high photon-to-electron conversion efficiency, maximizing sensitivity for astrophotography.

Mechanical Drawing & Back Focus Solutions

The camera supports a variety of 55mm back focus length (BFL) configurations, making it compatible with multiple optical setups.