Please use the programs color coded with your science instrument. For example, TS2 observers should use the blue ICE and GDR launchers, rather than the green or yellow launchers in order to avoid faults.
Universal (Purple, Red, Pink):
DS9:
DS9 is used to display .FITS files created by the instrument used. It may also be used to do quick analysis of data, or to display calibration files to ensure proper pixel alignment.
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The Slit Camera is mounted at the end of the HJST's cage assembly, facing away from the secondary mirror. Generally, it will show a view of the dome slit. It is particularly useful when moving the windscreens to ensure they do not obstruct the light path. Additionally, the camera will help you determine the position of the dome shell. It is good practice to hold any integrations until after the dome has ceased moving.
TS2 (Blue):
ICE:
ICE is a Linux terminal environment that grants the user control over the TK3 detector. When launched, the window will display a command line with 'ecl>'. To change to the 'ice>' environment use the following command 'ecl> mytasks' followed by 'ecl> ice'.
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Wavefront Sensor (WFS):
GCMS/Virus-P (Green):
ICE:
Autoguider (GDR):
DIAFI (Yellow):
ICE:
DIAFI:
Autoguider (GDR):
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