Test Planning Starter Questions

• What is your desired test plan?
  • Wavelength range, step size, desired dwell times for light and dark periods, wavelength stability, linewidth stability, radiance stability, etc.
• What is your operating plan?  How many hours of testing are expected each day?  How many instrument operators are available?
• How fast can your data be analyzed to identify any go-backs to replace bad data points?
• Are your instrument operators also performing the data analysis?
• Can you see the instrument response live during testing?
• Are any special purity purge gases required?
• Can your instrument be time synchronized?  This is critical for efficient data analysis and calibration activities.
• Are there any damage or safety considerations for your instrument?
• Are triggered acquisitions required or will data be collected asynchronously?
• What requirements are there for mounting and aligning the system?
  • What field of view does the system have?
  • What orientation will it be mounted in?
• If using GLAMR telemetry, can software tests be performed ahead of the tests to ensure GLAMR and the instrument operate properly together?