HIRES pre-observing
Preparing Your Proposal
Where to Start
The
observing information
web page
Documents
Old Manual
- Refers to old detector
New Manual
- Currently a work in progress
HIRES Data Format
User notes for new detector
Papers about HIRES
Proposal Preparation
Instrument Specifications
Spectroscopic Efficiency (throughput)
Exposure Time Calculator
Echelle Format Simulator
Choosing HIRESb or HIRESr
General Telescope Info
Telescope Pointing Limits
Target Visibility Prediction Tool
Split nights info
HIRES Data Proprietary Period Policy
Astronomer reference shelf
Planning Your Run
HIRES Configuration
Choosing high or low gain
Binning Options and Recommendations
Resolution vs. Slitwidth
Filter Choices
Rotator
Exposure Meter
Iodine Cell
Logistics
Prepare your target list
Mainland Observing (policies and advice)
Reserve lodging for your observing run
Questions ?
Telescope/Schedule
Instrument
Mainland Observing
Travel and lodging
Summit visits
Popular Links
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