Answer: The short answer is absolutely! Express 2002 is compatible with AutoCAD DWG files from version R12 through to R2002.

Answer: Use the MicroSurvey Project Manager to set the project Directory to the location where the DWG or DXF file is stored. When the Project Manager appears, pick on the Set Project Directory button. Browse to the folder where the file is located and press the OK button. Once this is done, simply pick on the file you wish to open click the Open button.

Question: Is this product stand alone or do I need other software to run your product?

Answer: Express 2002 is a complete stand alone survey calculation package. Everything you need to perform survey calculations, traverse adjustments, label points and lines, and annotate drawings is included.

Question: Can I download my data collector into your product? If so, what happens to the original raw data file?

Answer: Yes you can. MicroSurvey inCAD supports direct downloads of virtually all popular makes and models of data collectors. If your make or model is not supported, you can “spawn” an external communication program from within Express 2002. MicroSurvey’s own FieldGenius data collector integrates seamlessly with all our desktop products. Express 2002 will read the original raw data file and create a traverse database that you can edit and use in adjustments. The original raw data is not changed in any way. Data integrity is maintained.

Question: What traverse adjustments are available?

Answer: MicroSurvey inCAD supports Angle Balance, Compass Balance, Vertical Balance (Elevations), Crandall’s Method, Transit Balance and a 3D Least Squares Adjustment and for those with coordinate data only, an Existing Point traverse adjustment using a Compass Method. All of these adjustments affect the coordinate data only. Re-processing the traverse database will restore the coordinates to their original location. This allows you to experiment with adjustments until you find one that works best for your situation.

Question: What traverse adjustments are available?

Answer: Express 2002 supports Angle Balance, Compass Balance, Vertical Balance (Elevations), Crandall’s Method, Transit Balance and a 3D Least Squares Adjustment and for those with coordinate data only, an Existing Point traverse adjustment using a Compass Method. All of these adjustments affect the coordinate data only. Re-processing the traverse database will restore the coordinates to their original location. This allows you to experiment with adjustments until you find one that works best for your situation.

Question: Can I perform map checks (lot closures) with Express 2002?

Answer: Yes. There is a lot closure routine that allows you to enter bearings, distances and curve data to compute a closure based on plan or deed measurements. The report that is generated can be printed immediately or saved to a location on your hardrive for future reference.

Question: Can your program perform 3D modeling?

Answer: No. Express 2002 is designed as a survey calculation tool. 3D modeling is not included. Express 2002 performs robust COGO calculations, dynamic placement of buildings and versatile staking routines. Traverse balancing and adjustments, including 3D Least Squares are also included.

Question: How much CAD is included with MSX 2002?

Answer: Express 2002 is designed as a calculation package, not as a drafting package. Lines can be drawn but they must be associated with points in the database.

Question: How long is it going to take me to get “up to speed” with your product??

Answer: If you are familiar with a COGO based system, you can be up and running in as little as a few hours. If you have never used a computer based system, you can be performing just about every survey calculation in as little as a day. Express 2002 comes with two hard copy manuals (Tutorial and Program Guide), and 90 days of toll-free technical support. There are also over 2½ hours of online movies in the program. These movies guide you through the most often used functions of inCAD. Additional support can be purchased on a yearly basis.