Tips and Tricks

Understanding augmented reality visuals (KB-TT004)

3D perspective vGIS uses computer-generated 3D visuals superimposed on top of live video to augment a user’s view with helpful information. When thinking about 3D visuals and evaluating 3D objects, it is important to consider perspective. From the...
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Optical tracking error margins (KB-TT005)

Without an external GNSS/RTK device, vGIS relies on the vGIS calibration for the initial positioning and then on the optical tracking when moving around. Although optical tracking provides the stability and accuracy suitable for most field deploym...
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Misaligned visuals - a vGIS problem or a data issue? (KB-TT006)

A vGIS problem or a data issue? Occasionally, even after the most precise calibration, objects in vGIS may appear off their actual locations. For instance, Fig. 1 shows a difference of approximately 1.5m/5ft between the pipe location as identified...
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Tips for retaining high-accuracy while moving (KB-TT003)

vGIS is designed for field work. To make the most of the system, it is important to understand the best practices for using the system in the field. Tips for improving accuracy To make the most of the vGIS experience, please follow these guidelin...
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Objects appear to "float", slide or drift (KB-TT007)

Drift symptoms and causes Occasionally, computer-generated objects in the first-person view may appear to slide or float away. This phenomenon is known as “drift.” Drift is caused by miscalculations of sensor readings; the device receives confli...
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"Moving pipes" phenomenon explained (KB-TT002)

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"Floating" objects and alignment issues explained (KB-TT008)

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How to capture screenshots and screen recordings (KB-TT001)

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