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Getting Started
Introduction to CamNav capabilities
CamNav is a simple-to-use device that allows camcorder users to ‘tag’ their video footage
with GPS data (see below) including time and geographic location anywhere in the world.
The same unit is used to decode the information for viewing via a variety of methods.
CamNav comes with a simple program that displays the co-ordinates of the image on a
PC screen (cables supplied) but also integrates with many off-the-shelf or downloadable
mapping software programs as well as our high specification and versatile GIS package
(see below), which allows the video image and the co-ordinates to be viewed side by side
on the same PC screen, the system also includes a frame grab facility.
Introduction to GPS
The GPS (Global Position System) program is run by the US Department of Defense and
is made available for civilian use. The system consists of 24 satellites in orbit around the
Earth, whose orbits are such that from any point on the planet at any time at least three
and usually more satellites are visible 24 hours a day in an unobstructed view of the sky.
These satellites permanently broadcast a signal, which allows a receiver on the ground to
ascertain its position on the planet to an accuracy of around 10 metres.
Introduction to GIS
Geographical Information Systems – a development of computer technology related to
data based geographical information, which may be accessed by a variety of methods
such as position, postcodes, demographic details etc. Several developers such as
Blueglen, ArcView, Mapinfo, Autoroute and similar programs are available which operate
on Windows, Apple and other platforms provide a comprehensive geographical database.
Installation of PC Program
If you are using the CamNav Mapper program please refer to the installation and
operation instructions provided with the program. If you are using the ‘CamNav Display’
program provided follow the instructions below for installation.
Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click the ‘Start’ button on the Windows menu
and select ‘Run…’. Type X:\setup.exe, where X is the letter of the CD-ROM drive. The
program will install from here.
Summary of Contents for CamNav
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