It was previously the case that solar observing with the TP Array would only produce maps of the full solar disc. It is now, however, possible to also obtain TP imaging of the area of interest on the Sun's surface i.e. that imaged by the interferometric array. The TP regional mapping area will be centred on the interferometric mapping position.
- TP Mapping: Here you select whether you want the previous default (map of just the full solar disc) or whether you also require a TP map of the interferometric mapping area.
- Pattern Type: The TP mapping area can be observed in different ways and currently double-circle or rectangular Lissajous patterns are foreseen. Only double circle is currently available.
- Diameter: For the double-circle pattern, the only parameter required is the diameter of the area to be mapped and this should be somewhat larger than the area covered by the interferometric observations.
The ALMA OT Team, 2024 Mar 01