October 2009 | Q & A
The future of SOCET SET®
The photogrammetric strengths of SOCET SET® are now available in SOCET GXP®, which gives users increased flexibility and accuracy. New automated tools for triangulation, terrain model generation, and orthorectification are easy to use, making complex processes and workflows more efficient.
To assist in making a smooth transition from SOCET SET to SOCET GXP, all SOCET SET customers with current upgrade entitlement are eligible to receive a free six-month SOCET GXP evaluation license that can be run in parallel with SOCET SET. As you migrate to SOCET GXP, you can convert SOCET SET licenses for equivalent functionality in SOCET GXP.
How do I make the transition from SOCET SET to SOCET GXP?
Think of it as a maintenance upgrade. Any SOCET SET customer with current upgrade entitlement status is eligible to receive a six-month SOCET GXP evaluation license. SOCET SET and SOCET GXP can be run side-by-side in the work environment. When ready, SOCET SET licenses can be converted to equivalent functionality in SOCET GXP.
As a SOCET SET customer, will I still receive customer support?
Absolutely. All SOCET SET customers with current upgrade entitlement can expect to receive top-notch support from our worldwide customer support representatives.
How do I obtain an evaluation license?
You can request a SOCET GXP evaluation license by completing the online form:
www.socetgxp.com/content/support/license-services
My daily workflows include triangulation, terrain generation and editing, and orthophoto generation. When will SOCET SET’s photogrammetric functionality be available in SOCET GXP?
SOCET GXP includes numerous push-button tools for photogrammetric workflows such as Ortho On-the-Fly™, simplified triangulation, automated digital-terrain and surface-model generation, and the Mosaic Manager module for orthomosaic production. Additional photogrammetric functionality is planned for each new release.
How do I transition to SOCET GXP and manage SOCET SET project files?
The SOCET GXP Workspace file (.wksp) is similar to the SOCET SET Project file (.prj). A SOCET SET Project file loaded into SOCET GXP can be used immediately. A SOCET SET Project is converted to a SOCET GXP Workspace on Workspace save.
Can I use an image from a SOCET SET file in SOCET GXP?
Yes. In SOCET GXP, you load the SOCET SET support (.sup) files, and all images are automatically loaded into the Workspace Manager.
While transitioning to SOCET GXP, can I export data generated in SOCET GXP back to SOCET SET?
No. SOCET GXP-generated data files are not backward-compatible.
How do I move licenses to a new network?
Because every software installation is unique, with different modules and network configurations, we recommend that you work with your BAE Systems support team representative to ensure a smooth transition to SOCET GXP.