Magellan MobileMapper 6 GPS – Part 3

In part 2 of the MobileMapper instructions we collected data in the field. Now we are going to move our data from the Magellan to the PC and post-process it to improve spatial accuracy.

15 minute map

(Only works for UK locations!)

So you need to put a map in your dissertation, paper or presentation, simply to show the locations of your study area or your sample sites.

Do I need to pay for GIS services?

In general university staff and students do not need to pay for technical support, like advice on using specific software.

When it comes to specialized support for research projects the respective service provider – in the case of GIS services SED – decides how to handle support.

Magellan MobileMapper 6 GPS – Part 2

Continued from part 1 of the MobileMapper instructions. We assume you did set up the MobileMapper as described there.

The following is a quick guide on using the Mopbilemapper 6 in the field. For detailed instructions see the MobileMapper 6 manuals from pro.magellangps.com.

ArcGIS, ArcMap, ArcView, Arcinfo – ESRI products explained

What is the difference between ArcView and ArcMap? Don’t worry if you cannot answer this immediately, ESRI product names are quite confusing. 

How to bring GPS data into ArcGIS, MS Excel, and databases

So you have collected your sample site locations with a Garmin GPS 60 and now you want to process them in ArcGIS or MS Excel?

How to bring GPS data into Google Earth and Google Maps

So you have collected your sample site locations with a Garmin GPS 60 and now you want to see them Google Earth or Google Maps?

Using the Garmin GPS 60

SED, the School of Environment and Development, has a number of Garmin GPS 60 devices (among various other GPS equipment). All university staff and students can borrow one of the devices. This is a quick start guide for collecting data with this  device.