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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...
Drain Surveying specific edit controls
The following tools become available in the ‘Collection’ and ‘Surfacing’ stages if drain survey points exist. Edit Drain Merge Drains Extend Drain Split Drain Edit Drain This button allows you to edit complete drain paths from the project. ...
2D Current Position Tracking Options
When surveying or implementing there are 4 options that control how vehicle location is tracked on the screen in 2D. The options for 2D tracking are ‘Scroll’, ‘Center’, ‘Dir. up’, and ‘Manual’. Scroll This option will show the GPS position indicator moving...
3D Current Position Tracking Options
When surveying or implementing in 3D there are 2 options available. The first option is ‘Follow Tractor’ and the second option is ‘Stop Following’. Follow Tractor This option keeps the tractor at the center of the screen at all times, the camera will be pl...
Screenshot
In the top right of any mapping window is a small button with a camera. Pressing the camera button will take a screenshot of what is currently on the screen. After taking a screenshot a pop-up window will appear (shown below). Pressing ‘Yes’ will open the f...
Battery Level
In the top right of the screen next to the screenshot button you will find the Battery level indicator. This indicator displays the tablet/computer's battery level and whether it is plugged into power or not.
Surveying Overview
The ‘Collection’ wizard step allows you to collect elevation heights from your field. This is done to create a topographic representation of the field surface. In T3RRA software collection is normally accomplished by driving over the surface of a field while l...