FGS Phase I Proposing

When writing and submitting a FGS Observing Proposal, proposers should consult all relevant technical documentation about the capabilities and sensitivities of FGS. Two important documents to consult are the FGS Instrument Handbook, and the FGS Data Handbook. Proposers should also discuss the requirements of their observing programs with appropriate STScI experts. Contacts are provided via the STScI HelpDesk at help@stsci.edu.

For more specific information relating to Phase I proposing, follow the links to the documents listed below.

FGS Phase I Proposing Documentation:

FAQs:
Frequently Asked Questions.

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 4.7 Transfer Mode Observing Strategies
Transfer Mode Observing Strategies.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 4.6 Planning a Transfer Mode Observation
How to plan a Transfer Mode observation.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 4.5 Transfer Mode Overview
Overview of the use of Transfer Mode.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 4.4 Position Mode Observing Strategies
Position Mode Observing Strategies.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 4.3 Planning Position Mode Observations
Guide to planning Position Mode observations.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 4.2: Position Mode Overview
Overview of Postion Mode observations.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 4: Observing with the FGS
This chapter describes the detailed characteristics of the two observing modes and the observational configurations which maximize science return.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 1.5 Planning and Analyzing FGS Observations
Guidelines and strategies useful in designing and implementing an FGS proposal.
FGS Group 15 Apr 2002 (html)

IHB Chapter 1: Introduction
The purpose of this Handbook is to provide information needed to propose for HST/FGS observations...
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.