Slew the telescope to a new pointing, then apply the brakes.

Mandatory arguments:

(None)

Optional Arguments:

Azimuth az

The target azimuth of the telescope.

Elevation el

The target elevation of the telescope.

DeckAngle dk

The target deck-rotator angle.

Example:

The following example parks the telescope by pointing it at the zenith. The azimuth and elevation of the telescope are left at their previous locations.

  slew el=90

Example:

The following example slews all three axes.

  slew az=180, el=44, dk=-50

Context:

Whereas slew operations are normally conducted behind the scenes by the track command, this command can be used to orient the telescope for ease of maintenance, or to reduce wind loading during storms. Note that commonly used positions can also be recorded in the source catalog and reached via the track command.

Limitations:

The CBI can only reach elevations within the range 40 to 90 degrees. Elevations command outside this range will move the telescope to the nearest edge of the range.