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Logging In

The first thing to do, on aproaching the instrumentation computer is to log into it and start up ADAM.

  1. Check that the system is clear of other users and hasn't got any stray instrument control programs in it. To do this type

    D M (and press return)

    on the 3220 system console and look at the tasks which are known to the machine. If in doubt ask the software support staff.

  2. Sign on (log in) using the SIGNON command. You should have been allocated a user number in the range 1 to 8. If not, ask for help:

    SIGNON < initials> ,< n> ,< n>

    Any subsequent CCD frames will be called CCD< initials> .nnn where nnn=000 to 999. No more than four initials are allowed. If you encounter any difficulties it may be that the terminal is already logged in to another used. If so, try the command:-

    SIGNOFF (can be abbreviated to SO)

    and retry the SIGNON.

  3. To run the released system type:-

    ADAM

  4. ADAM should now run up. (If it doesn't check that the OBS disk is loaded and is marked on-line.

    You will now be presented with two choices. For the CCD camera you select Cassegrain at f/15. Another menu appears giving you a choice of seven instruments. You now select A and G Box + CCD Direct (Choice 1).

  5. The system now loads the relevant software for your selection, performs some initialisations (you will need to answer some questions) and eventually gives an ADAM prompt:-

    Adam:>


Fri Jun 10 17:31:56 BST 1994