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Response Matrices and Simulations
February 7, 2008: response matrices
XMS: These matrices are made for the SXT/SMS configuration for the 2.5 eV requirement (R = 2400 at 6 keV) adopted in 2007. They are binned to 0.2, 0.5, and 5.0 eV bins respectively. For speed in doing simulations, the larger bins are better; for accuracy in modeling narrow features or measuring line broadening, the 0.5 or 0.2 eV files might be necessary.
Note: Users of Xspec 12 will need to install patch 12.4.0g in order to load the 0.2 eV matrix. The patch is available for download here
XGS: This matrix matches the baseline specifications for the Constellation-X grating spectrometer: range from 0.3-1.0 keV with FWHM resolution E/ΔE = 1250 and an effective area of 1000 cm2.
HXT: This matrix uses the same area as presented by Paul Gorenstein at the Dec 2006 FST meeting for a dual HXT option, and a "NuStar"-type CZT energy resolution.
Previous Response Matrices:
