Introduction

The RCT CCD camera system consists of the CCD, its controller electronics, dewar, shutter, filters and assembly, PC, software, power supplies, cabling, structural supports, and cryogenic system. These subsystems are described in this document for the use of observers and those needing to maintain the camera. Particular attention is paid to information not available from other sources. Users of the camera should be aware of the documentation provided by the various vendors for the telescope system.