Instructions for Visiting Astronomers

The offered instrument modes and configuration are the same in service and visitor mode. In both cases, it is recommended to:

  • read the User Manual
  • check the instrument news
  • define the observing strategy
  • use p2 and prepare the observing blocks (OBs)
  • use the XSHOOTER ETC
  • In addition, the visitor is advised to prepare backup targets for strong wind (pointing restriction of the telescope) or bad seeing.
    Backup targets, as well as additional/change of targets, or change of instrument setup should be requested following these instructions.

    More general information about VM runs can be found here.

    Any VM run normally includes two additional days at the observatory during which the observing strategy can be discussed and finalized with the support astronomers.