[SBE] Best map program?

[Richard Rudman]

Hi, Gary:

If you go to the Cavell & Mertz [fccinfo] website they have a Google  
plug in that actually maps existing BAS microwave links (as well as  
locations of AM, FM TV and ASR's) on Google Earth to show you what  
exists. That's a good place to start. Seeing what other people have  
built in a given area can help with your planning process.

http://www.fccinfo.com/fccinfo_google_earth.php

Neat!

You can also get a pretty good idea of potential obstacles in the path  
using features in Google Earth once you establish your transmit and  
receive sites in the program. Since as we know the FCC database that C  
& M uses is not always totally accurate or up to date, you need to go  
further on the PCN road.

Once you feel you have some assurance you have a path, I'd agree with  
suggestions to use DeLorme Topo USA to get the geo specifics you need  
to handle what must go into a PCN.

Richard

On Apr 11, 2009, at 11:30 AM, Benedict, Raymond C wrote:


> Google Earth

>

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> Hello all,

> I'm looking for a map program to help me set up a new microwave  

> link. I am

> willing to pay for the download if it does everything, such as  

> showing me

> elevations and if something at a higher elevation might be in the  

> way of my

> path...

> Gary, Louisville, Ky.

>

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