General ALMA Queries
- How close can ALMA observe to the Sun?
- Which frequency setup is possible for solar observations?
- How long can I observe the Sun continuously?
- How high is the time cadence of synthesized Solar images?
- For solar observations, what happens if my target structure is not present or my target phenomenon does not occur during observation?
- Where can I get information (documents) about Atacama Compact Array (ACA)?
- What is the Atacama Compact Array (ACA)?
- How can I analyze ACA and TP data and combine with 12-m data?
- For ACA observations, may I decline the Total Power observations in order to reduce the total time of my proposal?
- How can I request Atacama Compact Array (ACA) observation time?
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When I submit proposals, to which region will the time be charged?
Published: Mar 4, 2016
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Can ALMA data be used for studying Earth's atmospheric effects?
Published: Oct 20, 2014
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May my proposal include a Co-I whose affiliation is not in any of the ALMA project countries?
Published: Mar 4, 2015
Nov 1, 2023 -
What bands, frequencies, or wavelength ranges are available?
Published: Mar 4, 2015
Mar 19, 2024 -
Do I still need a statement on the potential for publicity for my ALMA Proposal?
Published: Mar 4, 2015
Nov 1, 2023 -
How many individual pointings is my science goal restricted to in my ALMA proposal?
Published: Mar 23, 2015
Mar 19, 2024 -
What is the absolute astrometric accuracy of ALMA?
Published: Jul 31, 2015
Nov 1, 2023 -
How are projects selected for observing on the telescope?
Published: Mar 1, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
What constitutes a duplication?
Published: Mar 2, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
When will my project be scheduled?
Published: Mar 4, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
Where can I get information (documents) about Atacama Compact Array (ACA)?
Published: Jun 19, 2012
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What is a role or benefit of being a co-PI?
Published: Mar 4, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
How long can I observe the Sun continuously?
Published: Mar 11, 2016
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How high is the time cadence of synthesized Solar images?
Published: Mar 11, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
How do I determine the total observing time for my solar proposal?
Published: Mar 11, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
Does the feathering process for Solar observations differ from that for other observations?
Published: Mar 11, 2016
Mar 28, 2025 -
Can I respond to my helpdesk ticket through my email?
Published: Dec 1, 2016
Nov 1, 2023 -
May I request an extension to my observing program's proprietary period?
Published: Mar 20, 2017
Nov 1, 2023 -
What should my ephemeris file look like?
Published: Sep 28, 2017
Nov 1, 2023 -
What is the best way to view the weblog?
Published: Sep 23, 2019
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How can I receive email notification of activity on my ALMA proposals?
Published: Jun 12, 2014
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Can I submit a ticket in Japanese?
Published: Nov 2, 2010
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What is the Atacama Compact Array (ACA)?
Published: Jun 22, 2012
Nov 1, 2023 -
What is the tested capability of ALMA for bandpass calibration precision?
Published: Jul 12, 2012
Nov 1, 2023 -
What is the astrometric (position) accuracy of an ALMA observation?
Published: Jan 4, 2013
Oct 8, 2024 -
How will high time resolution observations be handled with ALMA?
Published: Mar 23, 2011
Nov 1, 2023 -
Where are the ALMA Regional Center (ARC) websites?
Published: Mar 24, 2011
Nov 1, 2023 -
What spectral resolution will I get for a given channel spacing?
Published: Apr 5, 2011
Nov 1, 2023 -
What is the appropriate acknowledgement to use in our publication?
Published: Apr 16, 2012
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What is the best way to share CASA information, tips, or tricks with the ALMA user community?
Published: Jun 3, 2013
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In what order are bands expected to be added?
Published: Jul 12, 2013
Nov 1, 2023 -
How do I track the observational progress of my project?
Published: Oct 18, 2013
Nov 1, 2023 -
What happens when I submit a helpdesk ticket?
Published: Oct 24, 2013
Nov 1, 2023 -
Elevation limit of ACA?
Published: Oct 27, 2013
Oct 8, 2024 -
What primary beam does CASA use for ALMA 12-m antennas? And what is the actual ALMA 12-m antenna primary beam, for that matter?
Published: Nov 14, 2013
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How can I query the calibrator database that ALMA uses?
Published: Nov 19, 2013
Nov 1, 2023 -
As PI of an ALMA "Target of Opportunity" (ToO) proposal, how can allow one of my Co-Is to submit a ToO trigger?
Published: Nov 22, 2013
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How do I retrieve my ALMA proposal from the archive after it has been submitted?
Published: Dec 6, 2013
Nov 1, 2023 -
Why do my data products not include all sources/spectral windows/channels for my project?
Published: Oct 3, 2014
Nov 1, 2023 -
What considerations for Band 1 proposals are there?
Published: Apr 1, 2024
Apr 3, 2024