DownloadSuper Terrain: A Comprehensive Guide to its Features
Super Terrain is a powerful mapping application boasting over 100 map types, including those from the Geographical Survey Institute of Japan. It's designed for diverse uses, from urban exploration to challenging mountain climbs, maximizing the visualization of elevation changes. A recipient of the 2018 Japan Cartographic Society Award, this app offers a wealth of features:
1. Extensive Map Library: Access over 100 map types, including proprietary super terrain data, Geospatial Information Authority of Japan maps (topographic, geological, historical), and hazard maps. Aerial photography coverage varies by age; "Latest" and "around 1974" offer the broadest coverage. A 5-day free trial of super terrain data is included.
2. Cross-Section and Visibility Analysis: Easily create cross-sectional views from any map point, incorporating building data where available. The app's visibility calculation accounts for Earth's curvature and atmospheric refraction, valuable for route planning, communication range assessment, and terrain understanding.
3. Customizable Elevation Palette: Personalize your map experience with a customizable elevation palette, adjusting background colors in 1cm increments.
4. 360° Panoramic Views: Identify mountains and view panoramic landscapes from any map location. The app integrates with your smartphone's compass for accurate orientation, displays the sun and moon (including moon phases), and allows pinpointing GPS locations. International panoramic views are also supported.
5. Robust GPS Functionality: Record high-precision tracks using your smartphone's GPS, displaying parameters like elevation change, speed, and time. Point alarms provide voice and sound notifications upon approaching pre-set points. Photo association with points, and NaviCon map center position sharing are also included.
6. GPS Track Playback and Summary: Review recorded tracks with a playback function that automatically displays associated photos based on their timestamps.
7. Versatile GPS Navigation: Navigate pre-set tracks (Track Navi) with voice and alarm alerts for deviations. The app also supports route navigation for urban areas and point-to-point navigation.
8. GPS Data Editing: Manage point, route, and track data within a user-friendly, folder-based tree structure. Create tracks directly on the map, and import/export GPX files.
9. Offline Map Access: Download maps in bulk for offline use in areas with limited or no signal. A caching function further enhances offline capabilities.
10. Map History: Easily revisit previously viewed map locations.
11. Custom Map Support: Import and use custom maps created with Kashmir 3D's map cutter.
12. GeoJSON Compatibility: Display and edit GeoJSON data (points, lines, polygons), and create new shapes.
13. Printing and PDF Output: Print or export map areas as PDFs at specified scales.
14. App Integration: Import and export GPS data in GPX, KML, and GDB formats, enabling data exchange with other applications and Kashmir 3D software.
15. Data Backup and Restore: Back up and restore all app data (excluding map caches) to prevent data loss. Automatic backups via Google Drive are also available.
16. In-App Purchases: Some features (super terrain data, GPS tracking, cross-sections) require in-app purchase (780 yen/year). Purchase also increases place name search results. A 5-day free trial is available. Subscription management is accessible through Google Play. Pricing is subject to change.
17. Terms of Use: The copyright holder and developer are not responsible for application usage outcomes. Continuous GPS use consumes battery power; consider carrying a spare battery, especially for emergency situations. Note that some smartphones may interrupt track recording due to power-saving features. A navigation guide PDF is available at https://www.kashmir3d.com/online/superdemapp/superdem_navi.pdf.
