{"product_id":"qhyccd-level-convertor-board-kit","title":"QHYCCD Level Convertor Board Kit (for Scientific Cameras)","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterfaces with camera's high-speed 6-pin GPIO port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides safe, buffered access to FPGA signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-configurable VCC supports logic levels from 1.8V to 5V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigurable I\/O direction via DIP switches for four signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 1.8V and 2.5V versions for specific QHYCCD models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQHYCCD Level Convertor Board Kit (for Scientific Cameras)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QHYCCD Level Convertor Board Kit unlocks the high-speed 6-pin GPIO port on scientific cameras like the QHY600PRO and QHY2020. This board creates a safe, configurable interface to signals directly from the camera's FPGA, with two distinct versions for different camera models: a 1.8V board for the QHY600PRO, QHY411, QHY461, QHY268PRO, and QHY4040PRO, and a 2.5V board for the QHY2020 and QHY42PRO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAccess High-Speed 6-Pin GPIO Signals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertain QHYCCD scientific cameras feature a 6-pin GPIO socket for direct, high-speed communication with the main FPGA, essential for custom triggering and receiving shutter measurement signals. This connection is significantly faster than the opto-coupled SMA ports. The Level Convertor Board makes this port user-friendly, utilizing four CMOS gates whose I\/O direction can be set via DIP switches to match the required signal mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1.8V to 5V Level Shifting and FPGA Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirectly connecting external equipment to the camera's FPGA risks damage from voltage mismatches. This board completely isolates the sensitive internal components. It allows you to apply a user-side VCC voltage anywhere from +1.8V to +5V, and the board converts the signals to match, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of external controllers and instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility: 1.8V and 2.5V Board Versions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure correct voltage matching with the camera's internal logic, QHYCCD offers two versions of the board. Choosing the correct model is critical for proper function and is determined by the camera you intend to use it with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQHYCCD-LCB-6PIN-1.8V:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required for the QHY600PRO, QHY411, QHY461, QHY268PRO, and QHY4040PRO cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQHYCCD-LCB-6PIN-2.5V:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required for the QHY2020 and QHY42PRO cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the QHYCCD Level Convertor Board used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QHYCCD Level Convertor Board is designed for advanced users who need to interface external electronic equipment with their QHYCCD scientific camera's \u003cstrong\u003e6-pin GPIO port\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's used for tasks like external triggering, synchronizing multiple cameras, or receiving precise shutter timing signals for custom instrumentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy do I need this board instead of connecting directly to my QHY600PRO's 6-pin port?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting wires directly to the camera's GPIO port risks damaging the main FPGA with incorrect voltage levels or static discharge. The Level Convertor Board \u003cstrong\u003eprotects the camera's internal electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e by providing a buffered, isolated interface and allows you to safely convert signals from a range of external voltage levels (1.8V to 5V).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I choose between the 1.8V and 2.5V versions of the Level Convertor Board?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe correct version depends entirely on your camera model.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the \u003cstrong\u003e1.8V version (QHYCCD-LCB-6PIN-1.8V)\u003c\/strong\u003e for the QHY600PRO, QHY411, QHY461, QHY268PRO, or QHY4040PRO.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the \u003cstrong\u003e2.5V version (QHYCCD-LCB-6PIN-2.5V)\u003c\/strong\u003e for the QHY2020 or QHY42PRO.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nUsing the wrong board will result in improper function.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the QHYCCD board to trigger my QHY268PRO from a 5V logic signal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You would use the \u003cstrong\u003e1.8V version\u003c\/strong\u003e of the board (model QHYCCD-LCB-6PIN-1.8V) for the QHY268PRO. By supplying +5V to the board's user-side VCC input, it will correctly interpret the 5V logic signal from your external controller and convert it to the safe 1.8V level required by the camera's FPGA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the 6-pin port on my QHY411 faster than the SMA ports for getting a shutter signal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 6-pin GPIO port provides a direct connection to the FPGA, offering higher speed signal access compared to the two SMA ports, which use a slower opto-coupler. For applications requiring the most precise timing, using the Level Convertor Board with the 6-pin port is the preferred method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I configure the signal direction on the Level Convertor Board?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe board features a set of \u003cstrong\u003eDIP switches\u003c\/strong\u003e that control the direction (input or output) for each of the four configurable I\/O lines. This allows you to set up the board to match the specific requirements of your application, whether you are sending a trigger signal to the camera or receiving a status signal from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8V Model Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQHY600PRO 6pin, QHY411 6pin, QHY461 6pin, QHY268PRO 6pin, QHY4040PRO 6pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5V Model Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQHY2020 6pin, QHY42PRO 6pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/qhyccd-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQHYCCD Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"QHYCCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942991098141,"sku":"QHY-090036","price":84.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/QHYCCD-Level-Convertor-Board-Kit-for-Scientific-Cameras-1_aa474beb-7430-40f8-b98c-18866847e898.jpg?v=1789615033","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/qhyccd-level-convertor-board-kit","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}