FGS Plate Scale

For more specific details on the FGS plate scale, follow the links to the documents listed below.


FGS Plate Scale Documentation:

FAQs:
Frequently Asked Questions.

Q: What is the plate scale (magnification) of FGS 3? A: ...
 

Performance Summaries:
Status reports reflecting the current understanding of instrument characteristics, performance and calibration.

Handbooks:
The FGS Instrument Handbook is the primary guide regarding the characteristics and use of the instrument. The HST Data Handbook is the primary guide for calibration, reduction and analysis of FGS data.

IHB Chapter 5.1 Position Mode Calibrations and Error Sources
List and description of Position Mode calibrations and error sources.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

Instrument Science Reports:
ISRs are technical reports written by members of the FGS Group about various aspects of the instrument and data. They usually contain in-depth information about specific topics.

Papers and Proceedings:
Selected FGS related published papers and workshop proceedings.

Examples:
Examples of how to use various FGS-related tools, calibration and analysis techniques.