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GPS data into ARCGIS

Brute forceDNR Software

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Brute force

• IF data in text file– Load into Excel– Make field labels (x,y in particular)– Save as DB4 file

• Else– In arc map Tools>Add x,y data– In Catalog make new poly or line shape– Add to ArcMap

• Then

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Then…

• Start editing• Set snapping up between point

layer and poly or line shape file• Adjust snapping distance• Draw you sketch or sketches• BINGO

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DNR Garmin software

• Created by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

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In more detail• Download waypoints, tracks, & routes• Upload same• Real time tracking (GPS connected to

computer)• Waypoint point• Track point, line, poly• Line, poly track• Calculate shape attributes (area, perimeter,

length)• Image hotlinking• Project

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Program wise

• The DNR Garmin Extension is actually two separate programs– ArcView extension

• DNRGarmin.AVX is used as a launching pad for the program and is also used to convert the information received into shapefiles or graphics.

– a VB Program. • The VB Program, called DNRGARMIN.EXE is

the part that communicates with the GPS receiver. The extension,

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Install

• Get from– ESRI scripts site– Search for “DNR Garmin”– Download

• Just follow instructions