Skip to main content

Set up coordinate system from library

tip

We recommend setting up the projects indoors before the survey as some

coordinate systems

Coordinate system is a coordinate-based local, regional or global system used to locate geographical entities. A spatial reference system defines a specific map projection, as well as transformations between different spatial reference systems.

require additional downloads in Emlid Flow.

This guide shows how to set up a

coordinate system

Coordinate system is a coordinate-based local, regional or global system used to locate geographical entities. A spatial reference system defines a specific map projection, as well as transformations between different spatial reference systems.

for your project in Emlid Flow or Emlid Flow 360.

Overview​

Emlid Flow and Emlid Flow 360 contain a library of ready-to-use local

coordinate systems

Coordinate system is a coordinate-based local, regional or global system used to locate geographical entities. A spatial reference system defines a specific map projection, as well as transformations between different spatial reference systems.

and vertical datums for specific countries. If you need additional information on the
coordinate system

Coordinate system is a coordinate-based local, regional or global system used to locate geographical entities. A spatial reference system defines a specific map projection, as well as transformations between different spatial reference systems.

in your country, check the step-by-step guides:

note

If you can't find your country or region in the list, contact us at support@emlid.com.

To show you all the steps, we will walk you through the example of configuring a

coordinate system

Coordinate system is a coordinate-based local, regional or global system used to locate geographical entities. A spatial reference system defines a specific map projection, as well as transformations between different spatial reference systems.

for Switzerland.

Workflow​

Setting up coordinate system​

While creating a project, follow the steps below:

  1. On the New project screen, tap Coordinate system.

  2. Search the required coordinate system by its name, country, or code.

    We enter Switzerland and pick CH1903 / LV03.


    tip

    To learn more about the suggested coordinate system, tap the info icon next to the system. Depending on the chosen coordinate system, the screen can contain the following information:

    • Datum and its reference ellipsoid with parameters
    • Global datum

      Global datum is an ellipsoidal coordinate reference system that is used by the receiver to measure coordinates before any transformations are applied.

      and its reference ellipsoid with parameters
    • Projection type and its parameters
    • Transformation type and its parameters

  3. Once you’ve selected the coordinate system, go to the Vertical datum section. The app will show you available vertical datums and corresponding geoids. Choose the one you need.

    We select LHN95 height.

tip

Make sure that the coordinate system of your project and the base or

NTRIP

The Networked Transport of RTCM via Internet Protocol or NTRIP network is an alternative source of corrections. NTRIP allows your rover to accept corrections over the Internet with no need for the second local receiver acting as a base. A reference station collects data, then sends it to NTRIP caster, where it is retransmitted through the Internet port to the client rover connected via a particular port and authorized.

you use are in the required datum. You can find the required datum for your country in the countries list. You can also find this information in your project in Emlid Flow.

You can continue creating the project for survey.

Editing coordinate system​

In Emlid Flow 360, you can change a coordinate system for your project. Follow the steps below:

  1. Open the project in Emlid Flow 360.

  2. Tap the three-dot button in the upper-right corner, then tap Edit info.

  3. Tap the Edit button in the Coordinate system section.

  4. Select a suitable option to set a new CS.

  5. After you’ve selected the new CS, tap Save to apply the changes.

Further reading​