Optec, Inc.
199 Smith Street ∙ Lowell, Michigan 49331 ∙ U.S.A.
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Flat-Man, Flat-Man-L Quick Start Guide
1.
Download and run the application installer. You can download it from
www.alnitakastro.com/
2.
Plug in the USB cable. Install the com port driver when prompted (either by letting
Windows find it on the web or by pointing to the directory you installed the
application to.)
3.
If you are using a Flat-Man-L you must connect the AC adapter to the DC input next
to the USB port of the device and connect the AC cord to a suitable outlet.
4.
Point your scope towards the zenith and rest the Flat-Man on the end making sure that
it is centered so that the entire field of view will be lighted. Alternatively, you can
remove one of the #6-32 screws and use that hole to mount the unit to a tripod or wall
with a longer screw. If you mount it perpendicular to the park position of the
telescope, you will have a remotely operable flat fielding device.
5.
Start the Windows Alnitak Astrosystems Controller application.
6.
Select the Flat-Man or Flat-Man-L from the list of devices and click Connect.
7.
Click the TURN ON button and adjust the brightness to the desired value.
8.
Your Flat-Man is ready to use.
Windows Alnitak Astrosystems Controller
When you launch the Alnitak Controller it will look like this:
