Eagle3PRO. Control unit PrimaLuceLab for telescopes and astrophotography

Eagle3PRO. Control unit PrimaLuceLab for telescopes and astrophotography.

what is different about the Eagle3PRO? EAGLE3PRO is the most powerful version of the EAGLE3 and, thanks to the i5 2.6 GHz Dual Core processor (with Turbo mode up to 3.5 GHz), 16 GB of fast RAM and more storage space (SSD 500 GB), it offers even more power for very complex applications. All in a lightweight, compact and designed to be installed on your scope and comes with all the advanced features of EAGLE3.

EAGLE3PRO offers the same advanced features of EAGLE3 (remote control, 8 USB ports, 7 shutdown ports, etc.) but with an even faster processor, more RAM and a larger SSD disk. All to deliver very high computing power, making the EAGLE3PRO perfect also for the most demanding applications.

change the rules! From today you no longer need to work with laptops to control your telescope and all accessories (cameras, computerized mounts, filter wheels, etc.) for astronomical photography. Eagle3 is the integrated control unit specially designed for telescopes to simplify astronomical photography as much as possible. Eagle3 integrates seamlessly into your telescope and allows you to remotely control all functions via wireless connection from your smartphone, tablet or even other traditional equipment.

Thanks to the innovative design protected by European patent EP3335078, you no longer need a cumbersome laptop, large batteries and long cables to control and power your telescope - EAGLE is much more than a computer!

Digital astrophotography can be complicated: if you want to take the best pictures of the night sky, you not only need a telescope, a mount and a camera ... You'll also need a list of accessories like a camera guide, motorized focuser and dew heaters, and they all need to be powered and controlled with the right software. This can quickly turn any telescope into a complicated mess of tangled wires! EAGLE solves all the problems and makes astrophotography easier and faster!

don't let others decide for you what telescope to use and how to do astrophotography! EAGLE is the first and only truly universal device designed to enhance your astrophotography!

Compatible with:

all astrophotography software such as MaximDL, Sequence Generator Pro, PRISM, PHD Guiding, TheSkyX, BackyardEOS / Nikon, Sky Charts, ASCOM platform, SharpCap, FireCapture, Nebulosity and many more!

All devices with Windows 10 software and drivers from many manufacturers, including 10micron, Atik, Avalon-Instruments, Canon, Celestron, Gemini Telescope Design, Losmandy, Moravian, Nikon, PlaneWave, QHYCCD, QSI, SBIG, SkyWatcher, Software Bisque, Starlight Xpress, ZWO and many more!

eAGLE has been recognized as a Hot Product 2017 by the famous American astronomy magazine Sky & Telescope!

To make the EAGLE system more efficient, we have manufactured special power cables for different devices, such as mounts or cameras. EAGLE compatible power cables have an instrument power connector (for 12 V power) on one end and the EAGLE screw connector on the other end to prevent the power cables from accidentally disconnecting from the EAGLE. We offer many ready-made and certified power cables for many devices: if the cable for your equipment is not present among the optional accessories, contact us and we will make it for you.

Thanks to the EAGLE, you will have only one power cable going from your battery or AC power plug to the EAGLE. In the EAGLE you will already find a 12V cigarette plug power cable (certified for a total current up to 16A) and we offer you other optional power cables with other connectors (such as Anderson or banana plugs) or AC adapters (with 5A or 12A max).

EAGLE3 : main features and advantages:

powerful 64-bit Windows 10 Enterprise computer that allows you to install any astrophotography software and device! The EAGLE eliminates the need for an external computer and is not limited to a pre-set list of features: you can install any software and device you want to use on the EAGLE. The Windows 10 Enterprise operating system is 100% compatible with Windows 10, but is lighter and more stable than traditional PCs running Windows 10 Home or other OEM versions that come pre-installed with useless software. We have optimized the installation of Windows 10 Enterprise on the EAGLE to make it a faster operating system (the EAGLE is ready to use only 20 seconds after pressing the ON button) and to maintain better stability during your astrophotography sessions. EAGLE uses a 2.0 GHz Celeron processor (dual-core J4005 with burst mode up to 2.7 GHz and 4 MB cache) and 4 GB of fast DDR4L RAM, both designed for low power consumption.

EAGLE3PRO is the most powerful version of the EAGLE3 and, thanks to the i5 2.6 GHz Dual Core processor (with Turbo mode up to 3.5 GHz), 16 GB of fast RAM and more storage space (SSD 500 GB), it offers even more power for very complex applications. All in a lightweight, compact and designed to be installed on your scope and comes with all the advanced features of EAGLE3.

EAGLE3PRO offers the same advanced features of EAGLE3 (remote control, 8 USB ports, 7 shutdown ports, etc.) but with an even faster processor, more RAM and a larger SSD disk. All to offer very high computing power, making the EAGLE3PRO perfect also for the most demanding applications.

• Fast, high-capacity SSD storage for installing all your astrophotography software and saving your valuable data.Unlike traditional spinning hard drives, the SSD drive in the EAGLE has no moving parts, making it faster and more durable over time.With EAGLE's flexibility, you can save images to the SSD for processing directly on EAGLE or connect a USB 3.0 flash drive to one of the high-speed USB 3.0 ports. This way, if you prefer, at the end of your session, you can quickly and easily move the files to an external computer for processing. EAGLE's internal components were designed for field use in extended temperature ranges. This way, you can transmit data all night long, even in higher humidity conditions, as the small amount of internal heat generated by the processor avoids any problems with humidity.
• USB hub with 4 fast USB 3.0 ports and 4 USB 2.0 ports that can be remotely enabled/disabled using the EAGLE Manager software. This way, you can connect and control many devices to the EAGLE and can remotely enable/disable USB ports if needed, instead of having to disconnect or plug in cables manually. This can be a great power saving feature (you can turn off the port you are not using) but you can also reset the port in case of a device connection failure. Thanks to the EAGLE's four USB 3.0 ports, you can connect and use the latest fast USB 3.0 cameras. This makes the EAGLE ideal for planetary imaging, as it enables high-speed video capture of the Moon, planets and Sun in high resolution. Fast internal SSD drive.
• Advanced power bridge with 7 power output ports to allow you to power devices directly through EAGLE.Inthis way, you can eliminate all other power adapters needed for your 12V devices in your setup .The EAGLE has a separate 12V power input that runs a current of up to 16 amps: then, using a special internal board, the power is distributed to 7 output ports: 4 12V output ports are designed to power your camera, mount, focus motor or other 12v devices. These ports are equipped with safety screw type connections to prevent unwanted wire separation. The 3 0-12V variable power output ports are designed to power spray heaters without the need for an external controller and these can be automated by adding the optional ECCO environmental module for EAGLE. Each power output port comes with a resettable fuse that, in case of problems or overcurrents, temporarily disconnects power to the port and reactivates it once the problem is fixed.
• Integrated WiFi system to allow you to remotely control your telescope from any device.To operate EAGLE, you don't need a keyboard and mouse: you can control EAGLE through a free dedicated app, available on any Windows, MacOS, iOS or Android smartphone, tablet or personal computer .Turn on EAGLE, then enable your device's WiFi connection and select the WiFi network provided by EAGLE. Launch the remote control application and you will have the EAGLE desktop on your screen with access to all your astrophotography software. If desired, you can also configure EAGLE to connect to a pre-existing WiFi or wired / ethernet network that allows remote access over the Internet - perfect for remote observatories! Since EAGLE does not use VNC or other software for remote control, it is faster and more stable. For your security, each EAGLE device creates a unique WiFi network, separate from any other EAGLE that may be nearby.
• Full CNC machined aluminum PLUS case, designed to allow easy integration with any telescope andto support demanding weights (such as a parallel mounted telescope) without flexing .You can attach the EAGLE to any type of telescope, allowing you to have less wiring with shorter paths that move along with the telescope. This drastically reduces the chance of a cable snagging or coming loose while your telescope is tracking the stars in the sky. We designed the EAGLE case to be incredibly rigid, rigid enough to support a parallel telescope (up to 5 kg). The EAGLE case comes with M5 and M6 threaded holes to seamlessly attach PLUS accessories (support rings, guide rings, dovetail rods or dovetail clamps) at least 2 points to maintain the rigidity of the system. For example, the EAGLE can be installed between the PLUS support rings and the guide rings.

Telescope control: the EAGLE manager.

EAGLE comes with a special software "EAGLE Manager" that, when you start EAGLE and with an easy and intuitive interface, displays the connection status of the devices, the power consumption of each connected device, the value of the supply voltage and, if you use a battery, its expected lifetime at your expense. Thanks to EAGLE Manager, with EAGLE you can:

• Enable / disable each 12V output port: this way you can keep all your connected devices (e.g. mount, CCD camera, filter wheel, etc.) and activate them remotely when you turn on the whole system. Each port displays the current consumption which can also be monitored over time.
• Set the output voltage of the 3 output ports from 0-12 V: for example, you can increase or decrease the heat generated by anti-spray heaters that are connected to EAGLE without an external controller. Each port displays the current consumption which can also be monitored over time.
• Connect or disconnect devices connected to the 4 USB 2.0 ports: this feature is convenient in case of a temporary crash of an autoguider or planetary camera, which can then be restored without the need to go to the telescope and disconnect/reconnect a cable.
• Check power consumption and battery life: if you power up your EAGLE with a battery, a dedicated menu allows you to set your battery's amp capacity and charge percentage when EAGLE is on, allowing you to monitor its expected lifetime.
• Configure WiFi connectivity: to access EAGLE in Access Point mode for field use (use your smartphone, tablet or external computer connecting directly to EAGLE without the need for a WiFi router) or HOST mode to connect to your existing network, such as your home network.
• Remotely turn on/off the entire telescope: EAGLE has a classic ON/OFF button to turn the unit on/off. But it is preset to allow the user to turn the entire system on or off remotely (when controlled via a network cable connection). After turning on the EAGLE, the user can remotely activate connected devices and use the scope. At the end of the capture, the user first turns off the various devices (camera, mount, etc.) and then EAGLE.

Eagle3PRO. Control unit PrimaLuceLab for telescopes and astrophotography.