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Kepler Software and Manuals

Windows 10 64-bit is required for Kepler.

If you are using a CFW filter wheel with a Kepler camera, please also install the Software Kit in the section below.

If you are using the QSFP fiber interface, please also install the PCIe driver below.

FLI Pilot Software V1.2.95 for Kepler Cameras: Windows 10 64-bit (35 Mb): Download

PCIe QSFP driver: Download

Kepler Camera Manual (Draft; Website)

Kepler Camera Manual (15 July 2019; 10 Mb pdf): Download

Kepler Camera Firmware Updater v.1.19 (19 Mb): Download

KL400 Firmware RevF (1.6 Mb) (Requires Firmware Updater): Download

KL400 Firmware Rev10 (1.6 Mb) (Requires Firmware Updater): Download

KL4040 Firmware v.32 (2.8 Mb) (Requires Firmware Updater): Download

Kepler Camera ASCOM driver v.6.5.8325 (17 Oct 2022) (Requires Microsoft VC++ 2019/2022 redistributable below) (2.2 Mb): Download

Kepler Camera ASCOM driver Manual (1 Mb pdf): Download

Kepler Camera ASCOM-Python Programming (1 Mb): Download

Kepler Camera Windows SDK Version 2.1.5 (36 Mb): Download

Kepler KL4040 Basic Example Code (79 Mb): Download

Kepler Camera Linux Version 1.12.59 for Centos7: Download

Kepler Camera Linux Version 2.1.5 for Ubuntu: Download

Kepler Camera Linux Version 2.1.5 for Fedora: Download

Kepler LabVIEW Tools (1.9 Mb): Download

LabVIEW Tools requires MS VC++: MS-VC++

Kepler LabVIEW Manual (1.1 Mb): Download

Kepler MatLab driver (30 Mb): Download

 


Software for ProLine, MicroLine, and Hyperion Cameras and Accessories

FLI Pilot software above may also be used to control these cameras.

FLI Software Installation Kit (not for Kepler)

The FLI Software Installation Kit installs FLI's applications and USB device drivers. You will need to remove any previous FLI software before installing this package.
Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 32-bit
Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 64-bit

CenterLine Filter Wheels

After installing one of the kits above, download the following updated FLIFilter application. Run the version of FLIFilter in the CenterLine zip file.
FLIFilter for CenterLine Filter Wheels

Development (not for Kepler)

Finger Lakes Instrumentation's device interface software is open source, making it easier for our customers to directly interface FLI's devices. The SDK is supported on the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.x/10, Linux and Apple OSX. FLI's SDK is open source, please note the license agreement located in a comment block at the top of each file.

SDK Documentation
Example Code
SDK Download (1.104)
Windows Binaries (2.0.4)
Linux Kernel Module (1.3.2)
Linux Kernel Module (1.5, for kernel 4.18)

ASCOM Support

Please see ASCOM Setup in the Kepler section above. This ASCOM driver includes support for MicroLine and ProLine cameras, CFW and CenterLine filter wheels, and the Atlas focuser.

 

Third-Party Software for ProLine, MicroLine, and Hyperion Cameras and Accessories

TheSkyX by Software Bisque

Plug-in support for TheSkyX is distributed in the software installation for TheSkyX and/or TheSkyX daily build. Windows users will still need to download the FLI Software Installation Kit (above) for device driver installation.

 

MaxIm Read Me First!

(Updated 04/29/09) - This PDF lists the steps for proper installation of FLI cameras for use in MaxIM DL. - Download

 

FLI MaxIm DL/CCD Plug-In

(Updated 2/24/2013) - Unzip these files into the MaxIm DL/CCD directory for the latest Plug-In (1.2.3) with support for speed changing and RBI elimination. - Download

 

INDI Support

INDI is a cross-platform system designed for automation and control of astronomical instruments. INDI drivers are available for FLI CCD cameras & filter wheels. INDI supports autoguiding & autofocus and runs on multiple clients such as KStars, and Sky Charts. Read more about INDI and download the latest version directly from the INDI web site (link).

 

Labview Support

FLI's SDK (available in the right pane) works natively with LabVIEW. If you need further support, including training and integration, contact Sixclear sixclear.com. Sixclear provides ready-to-use support for FLI's legacy products.

 


Service

In the event that your FLI product needs service, please open and complete the RMA form below. Email the completed form to FLI here. If you have any questions or have trouble with the RMA form, please contact FLI here or call USA 585-624-3760.

 

RMA Form

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