{"product_id":"primalucelab-pllalto3l","title":"PrimaLuceLab ALTO-3L Telescope Cover Motor for GIOTTO 560mm","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotorizes the GIOTTO 560mm Flat Field Generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables Fully Remote Telescope Opening and Closing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C and WiFi Network Connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated 12V Power and USB Passthrough Ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eASCOM CoverCalibrator and PLAY Software Compatibility\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\u003eDownloads\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 Telescope Cover Motor for GIOTTO 560mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PrimaLuceLab ALTO-3L Telescope Cover Motor transforms the GIOTTO 560mm flat field generator into a fully remote-controlled motorized cap for large-aperture instruments. Powered by a standard 12V source, it opens and closes your telescope for automated flat calibration frames, removing the need to be physically present at the telescope to prepare for an imaging session.\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\u003eMotorize Your GIOTTO 560mm for Automated Flat Calibration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor remote or automated observatories, the ALTO-3L is the key to a fully autonomous calibration workflow. It mechanically operates the GIOTTO 560mm, allowing you to remotely command the cover to open for imaging and close to take flat frames at dawn. This eliminates one of the last manual steps in remote astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALTO-3L body includes several M6 threaded holes for attachment to a custom support adapter on your telescope. Note that while it functions perfectly as a dust cover and flat panel, the assembly does not create a light-proof seal; for this reason, it is not recommended for taking dark frames.\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\u003e12V-Powered Control: USB-C for ASCOM, WiFi for Mobile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALTO-3L offers multiple connection methods to integrate with any setup. A USB-C port provides a robust, wired connection to an EAGLE control unit or any Windows computer, enabling control via PrimaLuceLab's PLAY software or third-party applications through its ASCOM CoverCalibrator driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor computer-free operation, the ALTO-3L can broadcast its own WiFi network. You can connect directly to it with a smartphone or tablet and use the web-based Virtual HandPad to open or close the cover—a perfect solution for quick setup or when you just need to cap the telescope at the end of the night without booting up a full PC.\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\u003eSimplified Cabling with 12V Power and USB Passthrough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo combat cable clutter and snagging, the ALTO-3L is engineered with integrated power and data passthrough. Instead of running separate cables to both the ALTO motor and the GIOTTO flat panel, you connect the GIOTTO's 12V power and USB cables directly to passthrough ports on the ALTO itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single 12V power cable and one USB cable are then run from the ALTO to your main control system. This design significantly reduces the number of wires at the front of your telescope, leading to a cleaner, more reliable, and easier-to-manage imaging rig.\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\"\u003eHow do I connect the ALTO-3L to my computer and the GIOTTO 560mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALTO-3L is designed to simplify cable management. You connect your GIOTTO 560mm's power and USB cables directly to the \u003cstrong\u003epassthrough ports\u003c\/strong\u003e on the ALTO-3L. Then, you only need to run one 12V power cable and one USB-C cable from the ALTO-3L back to your EAGLE or Windows computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the ALTO-3L to take dark frames with my GIOTTO 560mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is not recommended. The ALTO-3L and GIOTTO 560mm assembly functions as a dust cover and flat panel, but it \u003cstrong\u003edoes not create a perfectly light-tight seal\u003c\/strong\u003e. For dark frames, it is best to maintain a separate library of darks or use a dedicated, sealed telescope cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat software is compatible with the ALTO-3L telescope cover motor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have several options. You can use PrimaLuceLab's dedicated \u003cstrong\u003ePLAY astrophotography software\u003c\/strong\u003e for native control and calibration wizards. Alternatively, you can control it from most third-party Windows imaging software (like N.I.N.A. or SGP) via its \u003cstrong\u003eASCOM CoverCalibrator driver\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need a computer to control the ALTO-3L?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The ALTO-3L can generate its own \u003cstrong\u003eWiFi network\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can connect to it with any smartphone or tablet and use the browser-based \u003cstrong\u003eVirtual HandPad\u003c\/strong\u003e to open and close the cover, making it easy to operate without a dedicated computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a large PlaneWave CDK with a 560mm aperture in a remote observatory. Is the ALTO-3L a good solution for automating my morning flats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. The ALTO-3L is designed specifically for this scenario. Paired with the GIOTTO 560mm, it allows you to fully automate your flat frame calibration sequence. You can program your acquisition software to close the cover and turn on the GIOTTO at dawn to capture flats without any manual intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eMy imaging setup with an EAGLE is already complex. How does the ALTO-3L help with cable management for my GIOTTO 560mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALTO-3L is a significant improvement for cable management. Its \u003cstrong\u003epower and USB passthrough ports\u003c\/strong\u003e mean you only run one power and one data cable from your EAGLE to the front of the scope. The GIOTTO plugs directly into the ALTO, keeping the connection short and contained, which reduces the risk of cable snags during slewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab_ALTO_Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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":52913391534365,"sku":"PLLALTO3L","price":1393.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-ALTO-3L-telescope-cover-motor-for-GIOTTO-560mm-1_4e3ea110-76bd-4b44-bdf5-ce04d8b96ea0.jpg?v=1789090264","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/primalucelab-pllalto3l","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}