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  • Frame Type SCIENCE_SPEC
  • DPR.TYPE OBJECT; SKY
  • DPR.TECH SPECTRUM,JITTER
  • SEQ.SPECMODE L27_P1; S13_P1; S27_P1

description: The NACO prism spectroscopy has been re-introduced since P86. There are three spectroscopic modes with the prism - L27_P1, S13_P1, and S27_P1. The spectral resolution varies from about 40 in the J-band to 250 in the M-band.

The spectral traces of prism spectra are quite complex. In general, the trace can be fitted with the 4th order Legendre polynomial, but the coefficients of the polynomial depend on the location of the spectra on the array.

For further details regarding the characteristics of the modes consult the NACO User Manual.

Example of the stellar spectrum with the L27_P1 mode. The spectrum extends from ~0.85 um on the top to ~5.5 um near the bottom. Note striking changes in brightness along the wavelength direction.

This mode is offered in visitor mode and is not supported by the pipeline.

calibrations:The calibration plan includes

  • standard detector darks with readout mode and DIT matching the one used for science;
  • SW spectroscopic lampflats;
  • SW spectroscopic arcs;
  • telluric standard stars taken with air mass difference no grater than 0.1, if possible;


 
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