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Importing External Files
T3RRA software uses the T3RRA Project File (.tci) as its native project format. Data from supported external file formats can be imported and converted for use within a T3RRA project. To import external data, select Import from the Main Page and choose the app...
Importing Data
T3RRA software uses the T3RRA Project File (.tci) as its native project format. Data from supported external sources must be imported using the Import function before it can be used within a T3RRA project. T3RRA Design provides additional import and conversion...
Loading a Project
Select Load proj. to open an existing T3RRA project (.tci). Projects can be loaded from the standard T3RRA project structure, from another location on the tablet PC, or from external storage such as a USB drive. To begin, select Load proj. from the Main Page....
Saving and Auto-Saving Projects
Saving a project allows you to close T3RRA software and return to your work later while retaining the project's survey, design and other associated data. Although T3RRA software includes an automatic backup system, regularly saving your project is strongly rec...
Application Tab
Units: ‘Language’ - Changes the language ‘Length’ - Changes unit of distance measurement. ‘Area’ - Changes unit of area measurement. ‘Volume’ - Changes unit of volume measurement. ‘Estimated Cost’ - Set an estimated cost per volume of dirt moved. ...
Machine Tab
Look ahead delay time - In order to control blade height the software must receive an elevation from iGrade™, process that elevation, and then return a control signal to iGrade™. This control loop is quick but the time delay can cause inaccurate implementa...
Project Tab
Settings made in the project tab will not be represented in a project that is open when the settings are changed. Surface Pixel Size - The default pixel size of 2 meters (~6 feet) should be adequate for most purposes. In some situations, it may make sense...
Limits Tab
Blade Shift Increment -Used to set the height adjustment value of the up/down elevation adjustments buttons in the implementation wizard step. NOTE - recommended distance for the blade shift increment would be 0.03 - 0.06 feet (0.4 - 0.8 inches, or 0.01m - 0...
GPS Port Settings Tab
GPS - Displays the COM port that is used to communicate with the GPS. Ensure you have selected the correct port with the drop down menu. Baud (Rate) - The communication speed between the software and GPS (it should match the baud rate of the GPS). Scan...
Advanced Settings Tab
'Enable GPS data log’ It is highly recommended to keep this enabled. The GPS data log is sent along with error reports to assist in finding a solution. ‘Enable diagnostic data’ It is highly recommended to keep this enabled because the data collected i...
The T3RRA Wizard
The ‘Wizard’ is home to the primary functions of T3RRA software and the place where you will find the tools used to survey, design, and implement. The wizard will guide you through the 4 logical steps involved in the T3RRA software process. If you need...
Common tools found in the Wizard
There are several buttons that can be found on many wizard pages. Zoom Controls Choose Model/Layer Image Overlay GPS Controls (limited to surveying and implementation) Markers (limited to surveying and implemen...
Zoom Controls
There are multiple methods available for zooming your map. The first method that can be used is the 2-finger pinch controls. By pinching your fingers together on the screen you can zoom out and by moving your fingers apart you can zoom in. The alt...
Image Overlays
‘Image overlays’ allows geo-referenced image data to be imported into a field. The image overlay is accessed by pressing the button at the top of the screen (Shown right). Add image This is the primary method for adding overlay images to the field. When ...
Choose Mode/Terrain/Layer
Mode 2D View - By default the map will be displayed in a 2D aerial view. 3D View - When switching to 3D view the map will show all the terrain as small hills and valleys. In this viewing mode if you press the vertical scale magnifier (shown here) it will i...
GPS Data
In the lower right corner of the screen is the GPS information button. It displays the latitude and longitude of your current position as well as your current heading. TIP: Right clicking (press and hold) on this button will reveal a context menu with the...
Markers
Markers on designs allow for setting points of interest at user-selected locations. This includes using a marker as a benchmark “control point” location in the design. To use a marker as a Benchmark location, refer to ‘Set Zero using a marker’ in the Impleme...
Start, Pause and Stop controls
In the Surveying and Implementation screens the ‘Start’, ‘Pause’, and ‘Stop’ buttons are used to control the beginning and ending of the relevant activities. These buttons do have slightly different functions depending on when they are used. Normal functio...