Apply depth and quality filters to automatically remove outliers.
HYPACK is the industry standard for hydrographic surveying and data processing. Whether you are a seasoned surveyor or a newcomer to the field, navigating the extensive features of the software can be daunting. This guide serves as a foundational roadmap to the , highlighting the core workflows and essential tools you need to execute a successful project. 1. Getting Started: Project Setup
Use this powerful tool to create professional, large-format paper charts or PDF plots with title blocks, scales, and north arrows. hypack user manual
Efficiency in the field depends on your pre-survey planning.
Manual or automated tide files must be applied to convert "depth below transducer" to a true elevation or "depth below chart datum." Apply depth and quality filters to automatically remove
For multibeam surveys, ensure your Sound Velocity Profiles (SVP) are applied to correct for the refraction of sound through different water temperatures and salinities. 5. Final Products: Mapping and Export
Import electronic charts (ENCs) or satellite imagery to provide spatial context for your survey area. 3. Data Acquisition: HYPACK SURVEY This guide serves as a foundational roadmap to
This tool provides a real-time "paint-the-bottom" visual. It helps the helmsman ensure full coverage and identifies any "holidays" (gaps in data) before you leave the site.
Raw sonar data often contains "noise" caused by fish, bubbles, or turbulence. The or MBMax64 (for Multibeam) are your primary tools here.
Before collecting a single point of data, you must define your coordinate system. The manual emphasizes selecting the correct UTM zone, datum (e.g., WGS84 or NAD83), and distance units.