Introduction

This section discusses the configuration of the PPI background 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

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.

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.
   
   

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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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