Autodesk CAICE VISUAL SURVEY 10 User manual

Flexible
Use CAiCE Visual Survey for right-of-way,topo-
graphic,volumetric,and as-built survey projects.
The software converts raw survey file formats and
uploads and downloads data from more than 50
types of collectors and file formats.And you can
manage other formats with customized Microsoft®
Visual Basic®for Applications (VBA) macros.
Powerful
Define points,lines,curves,spirals,and chains with
the interactive coordinate geometry (COGO) tools
in CAiCEVisual Survey.The COGO tools contain
powerful utilities for finding and correcting errors
in DTMs.You can create,edit,and display DTMs
with a methodology that’s optimized for large
data sets.And the powerful data editor not only
views and edits raw field survey data but also has
features to add and edit instrument calibrations.
Customizable
Use feature codes,feature tables,cell libraries,
color tables,text libraries,and sheet formats to
adapt CAiCEVisual Survey to your specific needs.
You can also customize requirements for data
collection,coding standards,plans production,
operations,and CAD standards.The SurveyToolBox
contains more than 50 utilities for exporting,
importing,geometry,and graphics and includes
a traverse and adjustment tool,a legal description
writer that links with Microsoft Access andWord,
and several slopestake utilities.CAiCE Visual Survey
has all the features and functions you need to
complete your entire surveying process efficiently.
The CAiCEVisual Survey
intelligent 3D database
improves error checking of
field data and ensures the
accuracy of data transferred
to the design engineer.
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Expand the Power ofYour Surveys
Improve your surveying process with CAiCE™Visual Survey®10,theobject-
based survey software with a graphical,interactive approach.Use CAiCE
Visual Survey throughout your workflow to import and process raw data
from any major collector, define existing topography and terrain, and create
precise digital terrain models (DTMs) quickly and easily.With field-tested
processing techniques, a common editing interface for all data sources,and
easy customization,CAiCE Visual Survey connects topographic data collection
to accurate map or DTM creation.
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CAiCEVisual Survey 10
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Data Import and Processing
•Run survey analysis reports.
•Import reduced survey data in most
standard formats,including DWG,DGN,
TDS,Geodimeter,and ASCII.
•Import raw survey data formats,including
TDS,Prosurv,Sokkia,Leica,Trimble,
Caltrans DMP,and EFB.
•Perform least squares analysis and
reduction.
Geometric Layout
•Perform right-of-way analysis.
•Benefit from geometric object visualization.
Editing
•Use advanced editing features,including
breaking,joining,and transforming
objects.
•Benefit from interactive resolution of
survey chain crossing.
•Work with automatic graphical attributes
by feature code.
DigitalTerrain Modeling (DTM)
•Work with large data sets.
•Construct cross sections.
•Draw freehand cross sections and profiles.
•Visualize terrain and DTMs with multiple
surfaces and perform compliance checks.
Drafting/Plans Production
•Perform topographic mapping and auto-
matic annotations.
•Plot plans and profiles.
•Work with customizable data tables.
Customization and Compatibility
•Develop customized macros with inte-
gratedVisual Basic for Applications (VBA).
•Use AutoCAD®DWG (including 2004),
DGN (includingV8),DXF™,andLandXML
files.
•Import data from all major data collection
software.
Cross Section Editing
•Edit cross section points,links,and
surfaces.
•Apply edits over a range of stations.
Visualization,Graphics,and Imaging
•View contours,wireframegrids,slopes,
and drainage information in 3D.
•Drape images onto surfaces,and view
background files.
•Map images to real-world coordinates.
•Create AVI files for drivethroughs,design
reviews,and client presentations.
ProductivityTools
•Identify screen objects with DataTips.
•Use the Measure command for accurate
positions,distances,and areas.
•Save,edit,and rerun command history.
System Requirements
•Intel®Pentium®II or faster processor
•Microsoft®Windows®XP,Windows 2000,
Windows 98,or Windows NT®4.0
•128 MB RAM
•SVGA display,256 colors
•700 MB free disk space for complete
installation
Companion Products and Services
Autodesk provides integrated consulting,
training,and support to help you get the
best return on your investment in
Autodesk®technology.
The CAiCE Maintenance Program gives
you complete technical support and access
to the latest CAiCE software releases and
enhancements,simplifying your software
management and budgeting process.To
learn more,contact your Autodesk
Authorized Reseller.
Purchase or Learn More
To learn more about CAiCEVisual Survey,
visit www.autodesk.com/caice.Purchase
CAiCEVisual Survey through your
Autodesk Authorized Reseller.To locate
the reseller nearest you,visit
www.autodesk.com/reseller.
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