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Saturday, January 5, 2008

C-map ocean view, Geographic Information System (GIS), Electronic Charts, ENC, ECDIS

Geographic Information System (GIS)

A computer system or software capable of assembling, storing, manipulating, and displaying geographically referenced information (i.e., data identified according to their location). In practical use, GIS often refers to the computer system, software, and the data collection equipment, personnel, and actual data.
OceanView is a powerful Geographic Information System (GIS) for use in the office environment. It is designed for installation at companies such as ship-owners, shipbrokers, ship managers and ship operators. Based on the comprehensive CM-93/3 chart database, this is an entry into worldwide coverage of electronic vector charts.Chart DatabaseOceanView™ is designed for use with the latest CM-93 Edition 3 chart database from C-MAP. This chart database contains vector charts covering all navigable waters of the world. Most charts are updated with the latest Notices to Mariners as and when they are published. OceanView™ also contains a tide prediction function for tidal nodes throughout the world. Tidal predictions can be graphically displayed for any chosen date. OceanView™ also has the possibility to export screenshots to standard graphic file formats such as BMP or JPG. These are graphic files that are excellent for use in reports and publications. Views can also be saved as bookmarks that can easily be exchanged between multiple users by email or within office network. ENC The CM-93/3 chart database is fully compliant with the IHO S-57/3 specification, and ENC'S from Hydrographic Offices can be added in SENC format and displayed in OceanView™. ENCThe CM-93/3 chart database is fully compliant with the IHO S-57/3 specification, and ENC's from Hydrographic offices can be added in SENC format and displayed OceanView™.