Telescope Status:

SPIRIT 3 & 4 are available, however adverse weather may affect access without warning.

Telescope operation is currently very dependent on the Zadko Observatory weather monitoring and roof system.

Telescope Access:

SPIRIT 3 & 4 do not require booking. Image requests can be made at any time of the day or night.

(Please read the SPIRIT Scheduler guide carefully for further information)

Step 1: A login is required to access SPIRIT.

Step 2: Log into SPIRIT 3 or SPIRIT 4 and submit image requests using the SPIRIT Scheduler menu item.

Step 3: Ensure your email address is added to your request using the Schedule Browser menu item referred to in the guide .

Step 4: You will receive email confirmation of completed images. Telescope operations can also be monitored in real time.

           
Login to SPIRIT 3                     Login to SPIRIT 4

Useful links:

• Moon Phase Calendars
• SPIRIT start and stop times over the course of the year
• Extended technical description of SPIRIT
• SPIRIT webcams (SPIRIT 1 & 2 only)