Observation systems
Instrument register
Remote reconnaissance and observation support the science plan. Instrument identifiers remain stable across configuration changes and public releases.
| Identifier | Role | Scientific record |
|---|---|---|
| D1 / Daylight reconnaissance | Remote surface survey | Images and observing conditions informing habitat comparison and field planning. |
| N1 / Night-side unit | Camera & microphone observation | Visual and acoustic records, source timing and instrument configuration. |
| N2 / Night-side unit | Repeated remote observation | Continued site observation with its own instrument identity and configuration record. |
| Crew field equipment | Focused measurements & sampling | Site context, method, handling procedure and the limits of each sample. |
| Ibis / Onboard support | Coordination & indexing | Source identification, status information, comparison support and approved procedures. |
This register describes observation roles. It does not substitute for a configuration record, calibration report or current instrument status.
A source record, not just a signal
Each observing record identifies the instrument and configuration. The team keeps processing decisions and derived representations linked to their sources. An edited public release remains distinct from the original observation.
Terrestrial reference studies for listening and instrument interpretation →
Calibration and comparison
The payload team documents calibration, deployment interfaces and relevant configuration changes. Visual and acoustic comparisons account for instrument response and observation conditions. The absence of a signal is assessed alongside the instrument’s operating state.
System support and crew decisions
Ibis supports indexing and retrieval while distinguishing recorded data from model output. Approved automated procedures do not replace the commander’s operating decisions or the crew’s scientific interpretation.