1.2.2 Performing Searches Using the Observing Log (XSEARCH_OBS)

XSEARCH_OBS provides graphical front end access to the Yohkoh Observing Log. The user can select search criteria and define various options for output . The calling sequence is:
IDL> xsearch_obs
 

The following features are anticipated.

• graphical definition of instrument parameters initiate search of observing log (for example, sswhere-derived interface is used for SXT searches).
• save defined search parameters in a configuration file which can be used for a repeat search on different times or as starting point for future parameter modifications.
• read in existing search parameter configuration file to set initial (or final) parameters - this permits archiving of useful search definitions and promotes repeatability.
• provide access to low level routines which translate observing log records to archive tape names or MO disk names and data sets and ultimately allow reformatted data extraction.