Automates dew heater power based on real-time dew point calculation Monitors ambient temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure Supports up to 3 external temperature probes for precise optics monitoring Integrates seamlessly with EAGLE computers via a single USB-C cable ASCOM driver allows use as an environmental monitor for any Windows 10/11 PC CNC-machined from 6061 T6 aluminum, weighing only 75 grams Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Downloads Warranty PrimaLuceLab ECCO2, Environmental Computerized Controller for EAGLE The PrimaLuceLab ECCO2 automates dew prevention by monitoring your optics with up to 3 temperature probes and calculating the precise dew point from ambient temperature, humidity, and pressure. Connecting directly to your EAGLE via a single USB-C cable, this 75-gram controller automatically adjusts power to your heaters, eliminating manual guesswork during an imaging session. Automated Dew Prevention: Monitoring for up to 3 Probes The ECCO2 removes the constant worry of dew ruining a long exposure by automating the entire process. It continuously monitors ambient temperature, humidity, and pressure with its integrated sensors, while also tracking the specific temperature of your telescope's optics via up to 3 external probes. From this data, it calculates the exact dew point and intelligently adjusts the power sent to your dew heaters through the EAGLE's ports, applying only the necessary energy to stay just above the condensation point. SMART Control: The ECCO2 automatically detects if a calibrated temperature probe is connected to the wrong port, preventing inaccurate readings and ensuring the system operates reliably. DARK Mode: For visual observers or those operating in extremely dark conditions, the unit's indicators can be disabled to preserve night vision. Seamless EAGLE Integration: A 75g Plug-and-Play Solution Designed as an external module for maximum accuracy, the ECCO2 weighs only 75 grams and draws power directly from the EAGLE through its robust, reversible USB-C port. This external placement prevents the EAGLE's own operational heat from influencing the sensitive ambient temperature and humidity readings. The body is CNC-machined from a single block of 6061 T6 aluminum and red-anodized for durability, mounting directly to any Vixen-style finder shoe for a clean, cable-managed setup. Standalone Monitoring with ASCOM: Environmental Data for Any Windows 10/11 PC While the ECCO2 is engineered for the EAGLE ecosystem, its utility extends to any observatory setup. With the provided ASCOM driver, the ECCO2 can connect to any standard Windows 10 or 11 computer to function as a dedicated environmental monitoring station. This allows you to log temperature, humidity, and pressure data in third-party software for seeing analysis or weather tracking. The key limitation is that outside the EAGLE system, the ECCO2 provides sensor data only and cannot control dew heater outputs. ECCO2 vs. Manual Control: Automated Power for 3 Heater Channels A manual dew controller requires you to constantly guess the correct power setting. Set it too low, and your optics will dew over, ending your imaging run. Set it too high, and you waste precious battery power while introducing potential tube currents that can degrade image sharpness. The ECCO2 solves this trade-off by operating as a closed-loop system. It provides a precise, variable amount of power to each of the EAGLE's three controllable dew channels, ensuring your optics remain clear without overheating. How does the PrimaLuceLab ECCO2 prevent dew? The ECCO2 uses built-in sensors to measure the ambient air temperature, humidity, and pressure. It uses this data to calculate the dew point—the exact temperature at which condensation will form. It then reads the temperature of your telescope's optics via external probes and directs your EAGLE to supply just enough power to the dew heaters to keep the glass slightly warmer than the dew point, preventing dew from ever forming. Which EAGLE models are compatible with the ECCO2? The ECCO2 is compatible with the EAGLE5, EAGLE4, EAGLE LE, EAGLE3, and EAGLE2. Please note that for use with an EAGLE2, an update of the operating system and EAGLE Manager software is required. Can I use the PrimaLuceLab ECCO2 without an EAGLE computer? Yes, but with limited functionality. Using the provided ASCOM driver, you can connect the ECCO2 to a standard Windows 10/11 computer to use it as a high-quality environmental monitor. It will provide real-time temperature, humidity, and pressure data to compatible software, but it cannot control dew heaters without being connected to an EAGLE. How many temperature probes do I need for the ECCO2 on my 11" SCT with a guide scope? For a typical Schmidt-Cassegrain setup with a separate guide scope, you would ideally use two temperature probes. Place one near the edge of the main corrector plate and the second on the objective lens of your guide scope. The ECCO2 supports up to three probes, leaving you a spare channel for a finder scope or other accessory. Will the ECCO2's readings be affected by heat from my EAGLE4? No. PrimaLuceLab deliberately designed the ECCO2 as an external module for precisely this reason. If the sensors were inside the EAGLE's main body, its own processor heat would corrupt the ambient temperature and humidity readings. By placing the ECCO2 on a finder shoe away from the main computer, it records accurate, reliable environmental data. How do I mount the PrimaLuceLab ECCO2 to my telescope? The ECCO2 comes with a foot that fits directly into any standard Vixen-style finder scope base. If your telescope doesn't have a spare base, you can add one easily. The ECCO2 can also serve as a mounting point itself for a guide scope or finder by adding the optional "Guide scope support for ECCO" accessory. Download Manual PrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty
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