The IOTA-VTI v3 is a rugged, reliable, ready-to-go unit, deriving precision time from an internal GPS receiver. The ABS enclosure measures 5.2″ wide by 6″ long by 1.6″ high (130 x 150 x 40 mm). Its weight is 9.2 ounces (260 grams). It operates on 12V DC (center positive), using a 5.5 x 2.1 mm DC power connector.
It has been tested extensively, both on a bench and in the field, so we are confident it will meet your need for precision timing of video signals. If you have any questions about the product or its use, please contact us here.
IOTA-VTI v3
This is the latest version of our IOTA-sponsored video time inserter. It offers improved GPS sensitivity: more satellites will be acquired in less time. A coin cell has been added to give the GPS non-volatile memory. In addition to speeding initial satellite acquisition, the IOTA-VTI v3 will retain knowledge of leap seconds when they are added. (The most recent leap second addition was December 31, 2016.) The IOTA-VTI v3 is compatible with both NTSC (30 frames/second) and PAL (25 frames/second) video formats. Selection of format is via an internal switch that will be set to the buyer’s preference, but which can easily be changed.
External Antenna
The optional external antenna can be especially useful in an observatory or other enclosed location with poor GPS signal reception. The cord is 5 meters long (16 feet). When the external antenna is connected to the IOTA-VTI v3, the GPS will automatically disconnect from the internal antenna and connect to the external antenna.
Complete Occultation Recording Kit
For the first time, IOTA is offering a complete “ready-to-observe” kit with all the hardware components you’ll need to record asteroid or lunar occultations or grazes with high-precision timing accuracy! The kit includes the following set of equipment – all you need to add is a Windows laptop or PC and the free IOTA Video Capture software. (Note: other video capture software is available for use on Apple computers. Please see this document for more details.).
- Highly sensitive B/W RunCam Night Eagle Astro video camera (V2 or V3 depending on availability)
- 0.5X Focal reducer and all adapters for camera use in 1.25″ telescope focuser
- IOTA VTI (Video Time Inserter) V3
- Startech SVID2USB23 USB video capture device
- Agena Astro 1.25″ x 0.75″ extension ring
- 2 battery packs (each holds 8 AA batteries, batteries not included)
- 2 battery pack button-connector-to-DC cables
- 12V power extension cable
- 2 RCA Male-Male video patch cables (camera to VTI in, and VTI out to video capture device)
Camera carrier, to allow camera+focal reducer to come to focus in reflectors with 2″ focusers- Instruction manual
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Domestic US shipping and handling will be added in shopping cart. For Canada, Mexico or Overseas shipping please add one of the extra shipping items at right.
Domestic US shipping and handling will be added in shopping cart. For Canada, Mexico or Overseas shipping please add one of the extra shipping items at right.
