Preparing for Observations with NIRC2
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(Good Afternoon!)
Today is Wednesday, July 09, 2025.
LOH 08jun2007 - this page formatting done, not all links checked, but next time move on to OBSERVING page.
Where to start The observing information web page
Documents and literature NIRC2 Observer's Manual

Proposal Preparation

Planning Tools Target Visibility Tool - provides airmass plots for targets and includes physical pointing restrictions (nas-deck limits).
Astronomer reference shelf
Exposure Time Calculator - TBD
Specifications and components Filters
Grisms and Gratings
Telescope Specs and limits Telescope limits
Telescope info: Provides specifications for the telescope.

Preparing your run

At least 4 weeks before your run

Pre-Run Checklist Checklist of items that should be completed before arriving at Keck.
Star Lists Formatting star list: How to prepare star lists for observing.
Reservation Forms Request Remote Observing/Eavesdropping
    In the email please specify the observing dates and where your will remote observe/eavesdrop.
Reserve your VSQ room

Questions and Contacts

Who to contact Telescope/Schedule Barbara Schaefer
 Instrument Al Conrad
 Mainland Observing Greg Wirth
 Travel and lodging Janlyn Ryusaki
 Summit visits Gloria Martin
Last modified: 06/09/2007 09:15
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