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PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220 Smart Flat Field Generator

PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220 Smart Flat Field Generator

by PrimaLuceLab
SKU PLL-PLLGIOTTO220
CA$609.00 - CA$609.00
CA$609.00
CA$609.00 - CA$609.00
CA$609.00
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  • Produces an evenly illuminated field for flat calibration frames
  • Controllable via WiFi, USB-C, ASCOM, and PLAY software
  • Adjustable brightness with 100 steps for precise exposure control
  • Securely mounts to telescope tubes from 182mm to 244mm in diameter
  • Integrates with optional ALTO motor to become a remote-controlled dust cap
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  • PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220 Smart Flat Field Generator

    The PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220 Smart Flat Field Generator automates the critical process of capturing flat frames, replacing makeshift solutions with a fully controllable illumination source. It connects directly to your EAGLE or Windows PC via USB-C and offers WiFi control from any smartphone or tablet, allowing you to precisely set brightness for perfect calibration. By integrating with the optional ALTO motor, the GIOTTO 220 transforms into a fully remote, motorized telescope cap for a truly automated imaging workflow.

    Uniform, Sun-Like Light for Accurate Flat Frames

    At the core of the GIOTTO 220 is an array of LEDs selected for a color temperature similar to natural sunlight, ensuring your flats are spectrally balanced across all color channels. A specially designed diffuser panel guarantees the light field is perfectly uniform, free of hotspots or gradients. This combination is essential for accurately correcting vignetting and removing the shadows cast by dust motes, resulting in cleaner, higher-contrast final images.

    Smart Control: Remote Operation via WiFi, USB-C, and ASCOM

    The GIOTTO 220 eliminates the need for manual intervention during calibration. Connect it to your control computer via USB-C to manage brightness through PrimaLuceLab's PLAY software or any ASCOM-compatible application like N.I.N.A. or SGP. For computer-free operation, connect directly to the GIOTTO's built-in WiFi network with your smartphone and use the Virtual HandPad to turn the panel on, set brightness, and save presets for different filters, ensuring perfectly repeatable exposures every time.

    Tool-Free Attachment to Your Telescope

    Designed for secure and simple mounting, the GIOTTO 220 attaches directly to the front of your telescope using three plastic thumbscrews. This system allows you to lock the generator in place without tools and without scratching your optical tube. Once attached, you can capture flats without having to hold the panel by hand or repoint your telescope away from your target, saving time and maintaining your alignment.

    ALTO Integration: Evolving from a Flat Panel to a Motorized Cap

    For the ultimate in remote observatory automation, the GIOTTO 220 can be paired with the optional ALTO telescope cover motor. This powerful upgrade converts your flat field generator into a remotely operated, motorized cap. At the beginning of a session, command ALTO to open the telescope, and at the end, command it to close. This allows you to capture flat frames as part of a fully automated sequence without ever needing to be physically present at the telescope.

  • What is the purpose of the PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220?

    The PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220 is a smart flat field generator. Its primary function is to provide a perfectly uniform, dimmable light source so you can capture flat calibration frames. These frames are essential in astrophotography for correcting optical artifacts like vignetting (darkened corners) and removing shadows caused by dust on your camera sensor or filters.

    How do I control the brightness of the GIOTTO 220?

    You have multiple options for controlling the GIOTTO 220's brightness:

    • USB-C Connection: Connect it to an EAGLE or any Windows computer to control it with PrimaLuceLab's PLAY software or any ASCOM-compliant software.
    • WiFi Connection: Use your smartphone or tablet to connect to the GIOTTO's own WiFi network. You can then use the web-based Virtual HandPad to adjust brightness and save presets.

    Can I use the GIOTTO 220 with software other than PLAY?

    Yes. The PrimaLuceLab GIOTTO 220 includes a dedicated ASCOM driver. This allows it to be controlled by most popular astrophotography automation software, such as Sequence Generator Pro (SGP) or N.I.N.A., enabling you to integrate flat frame capture directly into your imaging sequences.

    How does the optional ALTO motor enhance the GIOTTO 220?

    The optional ALTO telescope cover motor transforms the GIOTTO 220 from a flat panel into a fully remote, motorized dust cap. This is a significant upgrade for remote observatories. You can remotely command the ALTO to open and close the GIOTTO, protecting your optics when not in use and allowing you to automatically take flats at the end of a session without manual intervention.

    How would I use the GIOTTO 220 with my Celestron 8" SCT and a filter wheel?

    For an 8" SCT, you would attach the GIOTTO 220 to the front of the telescope using the included thumbscrews. In your imaging software (like SGP or N.I.N.A.), you would create a sequence to capture flats for each filter. The software would command the filter wheel to rotate to the Luminance filter, then command the GIOTTO to turn on to a pre-determined brightness, take the exposures, and then repeat the process for your Red, Green, and Blue filters, adjusting the brightness for each as needed.

    I'm imaging the Pelican Nebula (IC 5070) from a remote observatory. How does the GIOTTO 220 help automate my workflow?

    When combined with the optional ALTO motor, the GIOTTO 220 becomes essential for remote work. At the start of your session targeting IC 5070, your script would command the ALTO to open the GIOTTO. After your imaging run is complete, the script would command it to close. Then, it can automatically turn on the GIOTTO's light to capture your flat frames for all filters without you ever needing to visit the observatory, ensuring perfect calibration every night.

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