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PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 120 Smart Flat Field Generator

PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 120 Smart Flat Field Generator

by PrimaLuceLab
SKU PLL-PLLGIOTTO120
CA$385.00 - CA$385.00
CA$385.00
CA$385.00 - CA$385.00
CA$385.00
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  • Produces uniform illumination for telescopes with apertures up to 120mm
  • Sun-like color temperature for accurate flat field calibration
  • Adjustable brightness controlled via software or Virtual HandPad
  • Connects via USB-C for wired control or WiFi for wireless operation
  • Integrates with PLAY software and standard ASCOM-compatible applications
  • Upgradeable with the optional ALTO motor for fully remote, motorized operation
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  • PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 120 Smart Flat Field Generator

    The PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 120 Smart Flat Field Generator is engineered to produce exceptionally uniform illumination for telescopes with apertures up to 120mm, simplifying a critical step in astrophotography calibration. Powered by a standard 12V input, it connects to your control computer via USB-C or directly to your smart device over WiFi, giving you complete remote command over brightness levels for perfect flat frames every time.

    GIOTTO 120: Uniform, Sun-Like Illumination for Flat Frames

    Flat frames are essential for correcting optical artifacts like vignetting and removing the shadows cast by dust on your sensor. The GIOTTO 120 uses an array of LEDs with a color temperature similar to the Sun, passed through a specially designed diffuser to create a perfectly even field of light. This ensures your calibration frames accurately map the light path of your system, resulting in cleaner, higher-contrast final images.

    Total Control via USB-C, WiFi, and ASCOM

    The GIOTTO 120 integrates seamlessly into any modern astrophotography workflow. Connect it to your EAGLE or any Windows computer with the USB-C port to use PrimaLuceLab's PLAY software or the dedicated ASCOM driver. For computer-free operation, connect your smartphone or tablet to GIOTTO's own WiFi network and use the Virtual HandPad to adjust brightness and save presets for different filters.

    Secure, Hands-Free Mounting for Your Telescope

    Forget holding a light panel by hand or pointing your telescope to an awkward position. The GIOTTO 120 attaches directly to the front of your optical tube using built-in plastic thumbscrews, providing a secure, stable fit without scratching your equipment. This hands-free design allows you to capture flat frames with your telescope aimed at any part of the sky, maintaining focus and camera orientation between your light frames and calibration frames.

    Automation Upgrade: Remote Operation with the Optional ALTO Motor

    For the ultimate in remote observatory convenience, the GIOTTO 120 can be transformed into a motorized, remotely operated telescope cap. By adding the optional ALTO telescope cover motor, you can open and close your optical tube and run your flat frame sequence automatically from your control software. This is the ideal solution for fully automated setups, allowing you to capture flats at the beginning or end of a session without ever stepping outside.

  • How do I control the brightness of the GIOTTO 120 without a computer?

    You can control the GIOTTO 120 wirelessly using any smartphone or tablet. Simply connect to the GIOTTO's built-in WiFi network and use the web-based Virtual HandPad to turn the light on, adjust brightness, and save your preferred settings for different filters or cameras.

    What software do I need to use the GIOTTO 120 with my Windows PC?

    The GIOTTO 120 can be controlled on a Windows computer in two ways. You can use PrimaLuceLab's all-in-one PLAY astrophotography software for a fully integrated experience, or you can use the dedicated ASCOM driver to control it from other popular imaging software like N.I.N.A. or Sequence Generator Pro.

    Can I automate taking flats with the GIOTTO 120 as part of a remote imaging session?

    Yes. By adding the optional ALTO telescope cover motor, the GIOTTO 120 becomes a fully remote-controlled motorized cap. This allows you to integrate the opening, closing, and flat field capture directly into your automated imaging sequences, perfect for remote observatories.

    Will the GIOTTO 120 mounting screws damage my refractor's dew shield?

    No. The thumbscrews used to secure the GIOTTO 120 to your telescope are made of plastic to prevent scratching or marring the finish of your optical tube or dew shield. They provide a firm grip without damaging your equipment.

    How does the GIOTTO 120 help when imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with my 90mm refractor?

    A 90mm refractor often exhibits some vignetting (darker corners) when imaging a large object like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31). The GIOTTO 120 lets you create a perfect flat frame to digitally remove this vignetting during processing, ensuring M31's faint outer arms are evenly illuminated across your entire image.

    I use LRGB filters with my mono camera. Can the GIOTTO 120 save different brightness settings for each filter?

    Yes. Whether you are using the PLAY software or the wireless Virtual HandPad, you can save specific brightness levels as presets. This allows you to instantly recall the perfect setting for your Luminance, Red, Green, and Blue filters, ensuring you achieve the target ADU for each channel without manual adjustments.

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