# How it works? The SUNSCAN is a revolutionary spectroheliograph designed to let you capture images of the Sun in minutes, directly from your smartphone. This complete, self-contained unit is the fruit of several months' work by our team of enthusiasts. With the SUNSCAN, you can explore the wonders of the Sun like never before.

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A sophisticated device that combines several advanced technologies to give you a unique experience. Here's how it works * **Modular design**: The SUNSCAN is made up of several distinct parts, each designed for easy assembly. You can purchase each part separately via our partner dealers and follow our step-by-step building guide. * **High-quality optics:** The SUNSCAN incorporates high-quality slit and lenses, grating and mirror to ensure sharp, detailed images of the Sun. * **Raspberry Pi and miniature color camera**: the heart of the SUNSCAN is a Raspberry Pi that controls image capture. An integrated miniature color camera lets you instantly view the results on your smartphone. * **Control via smartphone:** thanks to our dedicated app, you can control the SUNSCAN directly from your smartphone, making the experience even more intuitive and accessible. With the SUNSCAN, you have in your hands a powerful tool for exploring the mysteries of the Sun. Whether you're an amateur astronomer or a technology enthusiast, the SUNSCAN is there to accompany you in your discoveries. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://www.sunscan.net/the-sunscan-project/how-it-works.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.