{"product_id":"primalucelab-pl3700141","title":"PrimaLuceLab ALTO-3L adapter for OS RiDK 400","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects ALTO-3L motor to the OS RiDK 400 telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables remote control of GIOTTO 560 flat field generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a secure, model-specific mechanical interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlocks automated, remote flat frame calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrates your telescope into the PrimaLuceLab ecosystem\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\u003eALTO-3L adapter for OS RiDK 400\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ALTO-3L adapter provides the precise mechanical connection required to integrate PrimaLuceLab's ALTO-3L telescope cover motor with the front of an OS RiDK 400 telescope. It is the key component for automating your imaging workflow, allowing the ALTO motor to remotely control a GIOTTO 560 flat field generator mounted on your optical tube. This enables fully remote operation, from opening and closing the telescope to acquiring crucial flat calibration frames without being physically present at the observatory.\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\u003eCustom-Fit Adapter for the OS RiDK 400\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for the Officina Stellare RiDK 400, this adapter ensures a secure and stable attachment point for the ALTO-3L cover motor. The custom design guarantees correct alignment and rigid support, eliminating any flexure or instability when the motor operates. This precision fit is critical for the reliable, repeatable remote operation of your telescope's cover and flat field panel.\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\u003eEnabling Remote Operation with ALTO-3L and GIOTTO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy itself, the OS RiDK 400 is a powerful instrument; with this adapter, it becomes a component of a fully automated imaging system. The adapter allows the ALTO-3L motor to open and close the GIOTTO 560 flat field generator, which serves as both a motorized dust cap and a variable-brightness light source for calibration. You can now initiate flat frame acquisition remotely through a USB-C connection to your EAGLE or Windows computer, streamlining your entire imaging sequence from startup to shutdown.\u003c\/p\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 purpose of the ALTO-3L adapter for the OS RiDK 400?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is a custom mechanical part designed to securely connect the \u003cstrong\u003ePrimaLuceLab ALTO-3L cover motor\u003c\/strong\u003e to the front of an \u003cstrong\u003eOS RiDK 400 telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is the physical interface that allows the motor to be mounted correctly on this specific telescope model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat other equipment do I need to use this ALTO-3L adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create a fully functional system, you will need the following PrimaLuceLab components in addition to this adapter and your OS RiDK 400 telescope:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALTO-3L telescope cover motor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGIOTTO 560 Smart Flat Field Generator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eEAGLE\u003c\/strong\u003e control unit or a standard Windows computer to run the control software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does this adapter help with my imaging workflow on the OS RiDK 400?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is the key to automating your OS RiDK 400. It enables the ALTO-3L motor to remotely open your telescope at the start of a session and close it at the end. More importantly, it allows the motor to place the GIOTTO 560 flat panel in front of the aperture, so you can remotely capture essential flat calibration frames without manually handling the equipment, saving time and ensuring consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this adapter for the ALTO-3L compatible with other telescopes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this specific adapter is designed exclusively for the \u003cstrong\u003eOS RiDK 400 telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e. PrimaLuceLab offers different adapters for other telescope models to ensure a perfect mechanical fit. Using the wrong adapter will not provide a secure connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this adapter to motorize a different dust cap or flat panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is designed to connect the ALTO-3L motor, which is in turn designed to operate the \u003cstrong\u003eGIOTTO 560 Smart Flat Field Generator\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not intended for use with third-party or standard manufacturer dust caps, as the mounting points and motor control are specific to the PrimaLuceLab ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the ALTO-3L system connect to my computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALTO-3L cover motor, which this adapter supports, features a \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C port\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows you to connect it directly to a PrimaLuceLab EAGLE control unit or any standard Windows computer for remote operation via PrimaLuceLab's software.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOS RiDK 400 Telescope \u0026amp; PrimaLuceLab ALTO-3L Motor\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\/primalucelab-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PrimaLuceLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913393959197,"sku":"PLL-PL3700141","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-ALTO-3L-adapter-for-OS-RiDK-400-1_be45fdf7-6a6d-4acf-80f3-a9dfafc28cac.jpg?v=1789090288","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/primalucelab-pl3700141","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}