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The DECam prime focus cage stands under the Blanco 4-m telescope awaiting instalation

[DECam prime focus cage (HDR)]

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Some last-minute tests are carried out on the new DECam prime focus cage as it stands under the disassembled Blanco 4-m telescope the night before it is installed.

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