Xmap Api Command Window - DeLorme XMap 7 GIS Getting Started Manual

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Use XMap Forms with XMap to create customizable electronic forms that affordably

automate field data collection. XMap Forms are designed to enhance the accuracy and

efficiency of field data collection across an enterprise but can be used in many ways.

To use XMap Forms with XMap Editor or XMap Professional, an administrator is required

to own one license of XMap 7 GIS Enterprise, which includes the form builder and enables

database synchronization across the network. An additional Forms license is also required.

XMap Forms can then be used by other XMap users and Earthmate PN-Series GPS users.

For more information and for sample OpenSpace files with form examples, visit www.

xmap.com/forms.

Suggested uses for XMap Forms:

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Use in the field or office to set up regulatory compliance reporting and data collection.

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Combine with XMap pipeline stationing functionality to set up more productive field

navigation and data collection.

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Attach images and other files to forms.

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Develop your own completely new approach to data collection.

Support for Earthmate PN-Series GPS Devices

XMap is compatible with DeLorme's Earthmate

which provide exceptional performance for outdoor and professional activities. Use XMap

to create highly-detailed map packages to transfer to a PN-Series GPS device. Your map

packages can include custom high-resolution imagery in MrSID or GeoTIFF files; individual

GIS layers; DeLorme imagery (aerial, satellite, and USGS quad data) available through the

NetLink tab; and a variety of symbols and waypoints. Once you select your areas of interest

and create your map package, use the redesigned Handheld Export tab and the PN-Series

Exchange dialog to send the maps to the device along with custom routes, tracks, and

waypoints. You can also export and import GIS point layers as .gpx files using an SD card

and use forms created with the XMap Forms module to collect data in the field.

For Earthmate PN-Series GPS device firmware updates, check the NetLink tab in XMap.