The COLLIDE Camera System

Two video cameras are utilized in COLLIDE to record the dust impacts. Each camera is secured in its own sealed container and connected to the primary control system. Below are pictures of the sealed containers.

Below is a picture of the camera and some technical specifications.

JVC GR DV-1 Digital Video Camera

SPECIFICATIONS

Format: DV

Power Source: DC 3.6 V

Cassette: Mini DV Type

Max. Recording time: 60 min. with M-DV60ME cassette

Image Sensor: 1/3" CCD (570,000 pixels)

Lens: F1.6, f=4.5 ~ 45 mm

Viewfinder: 0.55" Electronic, color

Min. Lux: Less than 1 lux in Slow-Shutter Mode

Audio: PCM Digital Stereo (2 ch, 48 kHz, 16 bit/4-ch, 32 kHz, 12-bit)

Dimensions: 1-3/4" x 5-7/8" x 3-1/2" (43 x 148 x 88 mm)

Weight: 1.0 lb (450 g)

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