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Introduction

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This section discusses the configuration of the PPI background

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to display a map with the radar data.

There are two options:

Open Street Map: is a map of the world, and is free to use under an open license.

Google Map: is a web mapping service developed by Google. It offers satellite imagery, aerial photography & street maps.

The options for Google Map are as follows:

  • Default

  • Terrain

  • Altered Roadmap

  • Satellite Only

  • Terrain Only

  • Hybrid

Info

Using Google Map requires an internet connection.

The process of adding a Detection Area can be aided by Displaying a Map, or uploading a Background Image: Adding a Background Image.

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Background Map

This can be accessed via the User Details User Details Screen. There is information regarding the settings in the Background Display here: Background Display.

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  1. In the User Details window, select the Background Display tab. Enable the Edit button, then select the desired map from the drop down menu.

There are two options:

  • Open Street Map

  • Google Map

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Open Street Map

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Open Street Map is a map of the world, and is free to use under an open license.

  • Map Cache Timeout setting is set to 0 by default but can be amended.

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Google Maps is a web mapping service developed by Google. It offers satellite imagery, aerial photography, street maps, 360° interactive panoramic views of streets (Street View), real-time traffic conditions, and route planning for traveling by foot, car, bicycle and air (in beta), or public transportation.

The options for Google Map are as follows:

  • Default

  • Terrain

  • Altered Roadmap

  • Satellite Only

  • Terrain Only

  • Hybrid

Map Cache Timeout setting is set to 0 by default but can be amended.

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Note that using Google Map requires an internet connection.

  1. Image Added

  2. If selecting Google Map there is a drop down menu:

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  3. Once you have chosen the desired Background Map, select Save to save the Map Setting.

Video

Here is a short video to show the process of choosing a Background Map:

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