Side-Scan View

Below is a common window setup with 3D view (left) paired with the Side-Scan view (right):

While side-scan data can be viewed draped over a mesh in the 3D view, the traditional side-scan view is still useful. For example, accurately positioning side-scan data in 3D requires trimming the nadir, which removes image data from the water column.

Shared Cursor

With both the 3D View and Side-Scan View open, a white shared cursor appears in both views, allowing you to correlate features between them.

You may notice a slight positional discrepancy between the cursor in the two views. This is expected, as position estimation in the Side-Scan View is fundamentally different from the true positioning used in the 3D View. The 3D View shows the more accurate position, but the discrepancy should be minor as long as the bottom is relatively flat.

Tool Strip

In the bottom left, you will find the tool strip:

From top to bottom you have:

Image Controls

• Adjust the color and display settings of the side-scan image.

Follow Mode

• Toggles Follow Mode so the camera follows the vehicle.

Waterfall Mode

• Toggles Waterfall Mode.

Context menu

The context menu shows your cursor’s coordinates, lets you add a marker, and allows you to center both the 3D View and Side-Scan View at the same time so the cameras are positioned over the same feature.