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Accessing the Chandra Source Catalog with CSCview

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CSCview is a Java stand-alone application which provides access to the source properties and data products of the Chandra Source Catalog. The CSCview application needs to be downloaded and installed on your computer before running. The application requires Java 8 or higher to be installed on your system.

CSCview (JAR Packaged Application)

CSCview can be run as a standalone JAR file on any system with Java installed. Follow these steps to set up and launch:

  1. Download: 📥 Download CSCview.jar
  2. Check Java Version: Open your Terminal or Command Prompt and type: java -version

    If Java is not found, download the latest version from Oracle Java.

  3. Launch CSCview: Depending on your version, use the appropriate command below.
    For Java 8+ (linux), Java 8 through 17 (macOS): java -jar cscview.jar
    For Java 21+ (macOS):

    Note: This command is case-sensitive and required for modern macOS support.

    java --add-exports java.desktop/com.apple.eawt=ALL-UNNAMED -jar cscview.jar

CSCview for macOS (PKG Installer)

To successfully install CSCview, you must follow these steps in order:

  1. Identify & Download: Go to the Apple Menu (MacIcon) > About This Mac to see your processor type, then download the matching installer:
  2. Configure Security: Modern macOS versions (Ventura through Tahoe) will block the installer by default.
    Required: Follow these Step-by-Step Security Instructions to allow the app to run.
  3. Install: Open the downloaded .pkg file and follow the on-screen prompts. Once installed, launch CSCview from your Applications folder.
For online support please contact the CXC Helpdesk.