Loading a Point Cloud Model from SkylineGlobe Server

SkylineGlobe Server is a private cloud solution that supports the client-server data delivery requirements of Skyline's 3D technology. TerraExplorer can read streamed point cloud, KML, feature, elevation, imagery, 3DML, raster complex, TerraBuilder projects, and TerraExplorer projects. For more information on loading layers from SGS, see “Loading SkylineGlobe Layers” in the “Working with SkylineGlobe Server” chapter.

To load a point cloud model from a SkylineGlobe Server:

1.     On the Layers tab, in the Point Cloud group, click the arrow next to Point Cloud, and select SkylineGlobe Server. The SkylineGlobe Layers dialog is displayed.

2.     If you aren’t already logged in to the required SkylineGlobe Server, the Login to SkylineGlobe Server dialog is first displayed so you can log in to the server. See “Logging In to a SkylineGlobe Server” in the “Working with SkylineGlobe Server” chapter for information.

3.     Search for the required layer. See “Searching for SkylineGlobe Layers” in the “Working with SkylineGlobe Server” chapter.

4.     Select the layer you want to load, and click Load Layer.

5.     After the layer has been placed on the terrain, you can change its properties using its property sheet. See “Setting and Editing Point Cloud Properties” in this chapter for further information.