CONTOUR PROFESSIONAL DATA COLLECTION MODULE

Contour Professional 2002 includes a free preview of our Data Collection Module. This enables you to collect depth data and send it to Maptech over the Internet. Maptech will then use your data to create a custom Contour chart, which will be made available to you via Internet download. This feature is especially useful for specific coastal areas where you want enhanced contour detail.

The data collection service is currently operating on a trial basis. During this trial period, Maptech will not charge for this custom chart service. Please note that data you send to Maptech may be shared with the greater Contour user community in future products. These conditions, including service fees, may change in the future.

Technical Notes and Hardware Requirements:

• A single NMEA 0183 feed containing both position and depth is required (these may not be brought in via two separate feeds/COM ports). A single feed can be obtained by using either a combination GPS/Depth Sounder (such as a Garmin GPSMAP 168 Sounder) or combining a NMEA 0183 sounder and GPS via a Serial Multiplexor.
• The PC running Contour Professional must have Internet/FTP access to transfer collected data and finished charts to and from Maptech.
• Windows 98 or later is recommended (Windows 95 requires a service patch from Microsoft).
• During depth data collection, Contour Professional must be run "stand-alone." Depth data collection is not possible when in Split-Screen Mode with Maptech's Offshore Navigator or Chart Navigator chart plotter.
• Because of the nature of this feature, Maptech reserves the right to limit the amount of phone support granted to customers. We can not be responsible for such issues as depth sounder configuration, wiring, etc., or the Internet connectivity of a particular machine.