Map

Cordatus includes an easy-to-use location mapping feature that lets users add geographic data to cameras and devices. This data is displayed on a world map in Cordatus, giving users a clear and efficient way to manage their assets. This feature improves locational awareness and simplifies the overall management of devices and cameras within the Cordatus system.

Adding Location Data for Devices

For Devices

To add location data for your devices, please follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Devices page through the left menu on the Web App.
2. Click the ellipsis icon situated below the Actions column and adjacent to the metrics icon to unveil the actions available for the device for which you intend to add location data.
3. Click on the Set Location button.
4. In the modal titled Location Type, choose the 3D model that will represent your device on the map.
5. Specify the device type as Fixed for stationary devices and Sensor for mobile ones.
6. On the Select Location field add the location for your device following the steps below:
   • Utilize the search icon (magnifier) on top to initiate a location search for your device by entering the name of the area, address, landmark, or coordinates.
   • Alternatively, manipulate the map by zooming in and out using the mouse wheel and dragging with the mouse to navigate to the device's location.
   • Once you pinpoint the device location, click on the map to place a pin with an "X" label.
   • Use the home icon to revert to the initial state of the world map if you need.
   • Customize your map experience by toggling between 2D and 3D views or changing the map type through the globe and map icons at the top.
7. Click Save Location to confirm.

For Cameras

Adding location data for your cameras is seamlessly incorporated during the process of adding them to Cordatus. Refer to the Connecting a Physical Camera and Connecting an IP Camera sections for instructions on how to include location details during the camera addition process.

Viewing Devices and Cameras on Map

To view your devices and cameras on the world map, navigate to the Map page through the left menu on the Web App. On the map, all your devices will be visible simultaneously. Devices will be denoted by a purple label labeled "D," and cameras will be represented by a green label labeled "C".

You can interact with the map using the following options, accessible through the icons in the top right corner:

• Initiate a location search by using the search icon (magnifier) at the top, entering the name of the area, address, landmark, or coordinates.
• Adjust the map by zooming in and out using the mouse wheel or dragging with the mouse for navigation.
• Utilize the home icon to revert to the initial state of the world map if necessary.
• Customize the map between 2D and 3D views or change the map type through the globe and map icons at the top.

Map View

 

Accessing Devices

1. To access your devices, either click on the icon representing the desired device or use the dropdown menu titled Select Device in the top left corner.
2. Once a device is selected, a new dropdown menu will appear under the Select Device option.
3. This menu provides access to various actions for your device, including:
   • Viewing device metrics
   • Examining containers on the device
   • Checking storage information
   • Monitoring device alarms
   • Reviewing jobs in the device
   • Inspecting sensors connected to the device.

Accessing Cameras

1. To access your cameras, you have two options:

• Click on the icon representing the desired camera.
• Use the dropdown menu titled Select Device:
  • Choose a device from this list.
  • On the menu that appears under the Select Device menu titled Select Actions, choose Show Cameras.
  • Then, select your desired camera from the menu titled Select Camera under the Select Actions menu.

2. Once a camera is selected, a new modal titled Select a Target Device will appear. Choose the device where you want the incoming stream to be decoded.
3. The stream will start in the bottom right corner of the screen.
4. You can move it by dragging the window or make it full screen by right-clicking on it and choosing Full Screen from the menu that appears. To exit full-screen mode, hit escape.
5. To close the stream, right-click on it and choose Close Stream from the menu that appears.

Removing Location Data

From Devices

To remove location data from your devices, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Devices page through the left menu on the Web App.
2. Click the ellipsis icon below the Actions column, next to the metrics icon, to reveal the available actions for the device you want to remove location data from.
3. On the Dialog Box that appears, click Yes, delete to confirm.

Removing Location Data

 

From Cameras

Removing location data from cameras is not allowed. To achieve this, remove the cameras you wish to edit, and then re-add them without providing location data. Follow the steps outlined on the Cameras page for this process.