Manage your projects effectively
Project management is not always an easy task. By centralizing projects on a server, a project manager can set up a multiuser-environment where it is possible to share stereo models and vector files and access as well as update information simultaneously. All project files are XML-compliant and portable, providing the project manager with a fully scalable solution to handle projects of any size.
Tailor your environment to suit your business needs
DVP is very flexible as it allows for the structuring and tailoring of the user-interface and tools for your production team. Each user has the ability to customize shortcut keyboard keys, window placement, input devices, and other parameters in order to store them in their own XML-compliant “desktop” files. Store files on the server and give users access to his personal settings no matter which computer station he is working on.
Integrate new users
DVP is a very user friendly and intuitive software such that any new user can become efficient in a very small time-frame. With a preset macro and keypad tools installed makes operation almost instantaneous. The keypad allows for the deployment of editing tools and its associated feature attributes to be selected in one click. Click once to place a building, another to place a road. Optionally, the user can enter their code into the command window to activate the feature or function.
No more vector file conversion
Open your vector file in its native format directly inside DVP. This advantage saves the users from continually moving back and forth between different file formats.
Better support for microstation .DGN
DVP vectorization continues to enhance its support features for all formats including Microstation .dgn. Version 8 and the use of seed files and graphic groups are examples of what this support can provide the user for a more seamless integration.
Autocad interactivity
You are already an AutoCAD user without 3D mapping capabilities? Expand AutoCAD using the DVP plug-in. By using our DVP plug-in, exploit the benefits that both of these applications have to offer. DVP works in combination with AutoCAD to add stereo capability to one of the world’s leading CAD software. Capture and edit new elements with DVP or AutoCAD tools.
ARCGIS interactivity
DVP allows the interactivity with ArcMap, ArcView, ArcEditor and ArcInfo. Control the cursor directly from ArcGIS and use their tools to create or edit existing information in your ArcGIS environment; e.g: Shape files, geodatabases, etc. Superimpose the ArcMap view contents over the DVP stereo windows for quality control purposes and to extract precise 3D information.
Microstation interactivity
You are already a Microstation user without 3D mapping capabilities? Expand Microstation using the DVP plug-in. By using the DVP plug-in, exploit the benefits that both of these applications have to offer. DVP works in combination with Microstation to add stereo capability to one of the world’s leading CAD software. Capture and edit new elements with DVP or Microstation tools.
Vector file functionality
There are many unique functions available when using vector files such as: vector statistics reporting, re-centering on vector files, snapping on and off, viewing, assigning color to vector files, assigning vector files to view, viewing thickness, and merging files, among others. Together they provide an extensive and flexible manner to interact with vector files.
Vertex operations made easy
The operator can modify an element or coincident (shared segment) elements in many ways including: inserting a vertex and dynamically moving or deleting a vertex. To further enhance these functionalities DVP provides the option to access these functions during the same editing step to save valuable operator time.
Filter selection: select what you need
The element selection tool has user-defined property settings that include optional parameter filtering based on level, color, line style, and thickness. After the initial selection is made, the user has the ability to add or remove more elements to the selection set by using the Shift or Control keyboard keys.
Continue an element
DVP has specialized tools such as ‘Continue an element’ that allow the user to select an existing element and reactivate it and remove or add vertices to its endpoint. ‘Continue on nearest’ is similar except the same can be done within the element. Other tools distinguish DVP as a high-level vector-creating and editing environment.
Multi-e usage improves productivity
Users are able to create multi-line elements that can capture parallel objects simultaneously such as roads and their associative features; e.g. sidewalks, curbs, etc. The user can add and change symbols of multi-line components as well as adjust the x, y, and z offsets. Obtain two lines or more for the price of one.
DEM capturing using the polygon grid function
Using state-of-the art autocorrelation techniques, the user can create equally spaced DEM points, spot heights and symbols either automatically or semi-automatically. In addition, full manual control is available for difficult areas. Results are optionally sent to the Correlation Inspector where users can view correlation results, drive to and edit points where required.
Create/manage symbols directly in DVP
DVP Version 6 and higher supports full symbol creation within DVP itself. Optionally, the user can import directly into Microstation cells and AutoCAD blocks by simply opening a file containing the instances of these elements.
Contour tools
Creating manual contours has never been this easy. Lock the cursor at the correct z to be sure of no dips in the contour interval. Modify a number of intervals, colors and levels of each contour line. Apply active point filtering and smoothing to generate more aesthetically pleasing contours.
Measures
The measure tools allow the user to extract useful information regarding distances, heights, slopes, areas, and volume. As you apply this tool, the value is displayed dynamically to know and precisely measure your features.
Tin on the fly
Dynamically create and view your surface model (TIN – Triangulated Irregular Network). With every insertion or removal of points, lines and polygons, the TIN dynamically updates before your eyes.
Contouring on-the-fly
Dynamically create and view your surface model and contour. With every insertion or removal of points, lines and polygons, the contour dynamically updates before your eyes.
Javascript engine incorporation
DVP now has a Javascript engine embedded to expand functionality and fully automate repetitive tasks, “stack” functions together, or create new and/or innovative functionalities. The vector file and its file operations are open to create batch editing and verification routines. Custom macros such as combining multiple tools in the same step (example: snap 3D, end, filter line at the same time), or set custom properties; e.g.: feature macros, set symbols and tool as well as capture parameters.
Support of many different input devices
DVP fully supports many of the existing 3D input devices available on the market today. Devices such as the 3D Stealth mouse, hand wheels and foot disks are supported and can further be customized by placing macros on its available buttons. DVP will also function with a standard 3 button wheel mouse.
Kappa corrections
Images no longer have to be scanned in the stereo direction. DVP will apply the Interior orientation and kappa rotation angle to the view to virtually rotate the image in the correct viewing orientation. The Kappa correction also acts to refine the viewing quality of the stereo model by removing the edge rotation in the image leaving the user with less eye fatigue.
Multiple views/multiple content
DVP supports an unlimited number of stereo views at the same time. These views are synchronized together and can contain different content. Easily open a stereo model from last year with one flown this year and compare them simultaneously, or open a digital camera Infrared model with a color and panchromatic model at the same time. These views support vector information, georeferenced orthomosaics or stereo models.
One-the fly image enhancement
Make your images eye-catching by virtually applying powerful image filters. Modify the following in your imagery: Contrast to better distinguish features, brightness to lighten darker areas, gamma correction to provide even better control of image luminosity, levels to make full use of the image histogram, (histogram stretch) or to select the optimal portion of the histogram, channel balance to adjust independently each band for color, adjust image tint using the hue filter (by band), and boost your colors with the saturation filter (by band). The filter layer order can be manipulated to improve or enhance the aesthetic quality of your imagery.
Dynamic window placement
This tool and its associated visual indicators allow users to logically place DVP working windows and preview their docked position. Therefore, the user will not be looking for his windows; they are placed exactly where he wants them to be.
Back-up, back-up, back-up
Losing data not only loses time but also money. DVP ensures that the data is always stored using a parallel back-up system on a fixed time interval. When editing multiple files, a save all function is there to protect the user from forgetting to save the last changes made, as well as confirmation dialogue boxes.
Complete vector file management solution
In your multi-user environment, DVP allows different users to access the same files using a file locking mechanism. The user can easily switch between editing files by clicking the appropriate box beside each file in the vector file manager dialogue box, therefore activating the lock. Other users are now locked out and cannot access or edit, thus preventing corruption and/or saving multiple copies. In addition, users are able to refresh reference vector files edited by other production team members on all attached files in one step.
Reshape: the effective editing method
Users are faced with multiple editing problems including the modification of many sections of polylines or polygons. Whereas before, the user had to manually change each individual vertex to accomplish this task. Using the reshape tool, however, the user can now replace an entire section of an element with ease. The complexity is increased when multiple elements share the same segments. No problem for DVP, the reshape tool will select all coincidental elements and replace the section in each.