Rabu, 30 November 2011

Kingdom of God

Chapter Two



The Jewish understanding of the Kingdom of God/Heaven



The Jewish understanding of the Kingdom of Heaven can be traced from the Mosaic revelation. Before the law was given God himself came down on the Mount Sinai and dwelt among the people of Israel and showed himself to the people of Israel. The laws itself was handed down to them directly by word of mouth by the Lord.

Covenant between God and Israel

The covenant itself was sealed by God with his direct presence in the covenant dinner with 70 elders and Moses, Aaron, Nadab and Abhihu.

(Exo 24:9-11) Then went up Moses, and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel: and they saw the God of Israel; and there was under his feet as it were a paved work of sapphire stone and as it were the very heaven for clearness. And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: and they beheld God, and did eat and drink.

Here is a typical court of the King with his ministers in a dinner setting. The reason why God entered into covenant with Israel was to make them his people in the ultimate plan of redemption of the cosmos.

Exo 19:6 “and ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation.”



God among his People

So Israel was to be a kingdom with God as their King. But their business was to serve as priests to the rest of the world.

After the covenant wherever the Israelites encamped, God the King was in residence in the middle of the congregation of Israel in his tabernacle with the Levites surrounding the tabernacle close to it and all the twelve tribes with their standards encamping all around. This is described in Numbers 2.



When they entered into the land of Canaan, God resided in the midst of the people in the tabernacle with the charismatic Judges ruling under the guidance and the inspiration of God. However the people wanted a visible King. When they asked for a king like all other nations God was sad. The government of Israel upto this point was a theocracy, in which God himself ruled directly through his divine laws as given by God’s hand through Moses

1Sa 8:7 “And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not be king over them.”

Israel under Kings

Thus, Israel came under the worldly Kings instead of God the King. God clearly told the Israel the difference and the consequences of that choice. Samuel was chosen as the King. In fact Samuel acted very much like a Judge and lived with the people. With the sublime conception of God as King, the actual monarchy was only a compromise, the reigning monarch passing for Yahweh's representative on earth. God was still in control of the Kingdom through his Prophets and Priests who directly go themselves involved with the executive power of the Kings. This idea of monarch as representative of God on earth is still indicated in the coronation of monarchs by the priests. Thus the checks and balance did work to a great extent. In David, the man after God's own heart, the compromise was not unsatisfactory. David was of contrite heart and heeded the angry outbursts of the Prophets. Politics and religion gradually got independent. In Solomon it was still tolerable, but by the end of Solomon’s era, the grips of the prophets were lost. Within the divided kingdom, YHVH lost all control.





The period of Kings showed how Kingship of the world is in direct opposition to the Kingship of God. However the Israelic concept of Mesiah was based mostly on the earthly Kingdom.

In Daniel 2:44 Daniel says, "the 'God of heaven' will set up a 'kingdom' which will never be destroyed."



God's Kingdom is described in many of the canonical and deutrocanonical scriptures. Some of them can be found in: Ps. xxii. 29 (A.V.28), ciii.19, cxlv.11-13; Ob. 21; Dan. iii.33 (A.V.iv.3); Tobit,xiii.1; Sibyllines,iii.47-48, Psalms of Solomon, xvii.3; Wisdom, x.10; Assump.Moses,x.1; Song of the Three Holy Children, 33; Enoch, lxxxiv. 2.

The Lord shall be King

The words "The Lord shall be King" are translated in the Targum commentary on the books of Moses as, "The Kingdom of God shall be revealed"; and the ancient Jewish liturgy culminates in the prayer that "God may establish His Kingdom speedily” But there is a precondition to the establishment of The Kingdom of God which is dependent on the community of God. Man must "take upon himself the yoke of the Kingdom of God" or the Kingdom of Heaven ("'Ol Malkut Shamayim"). This submission is expressed by Israel in the daily reciting the Shema' (Ber. ii. 2); and by the angels when when they sing their "Thrice Holy" (Hekalot); and in the future "all men shall take upon themselves the yoke of the Kingdom of God when casting away their idols" (Mek., Beshallaḥ, 'Amalek, 2).

According to the Prophecy of Ezekiel, YHVH will establish the New Jerusalem with all the twelve tribes around. See Ez. 48:28-35 See figure below.

According to the Midrash (Cant. R. ii. 12), "when the Kingdom of Rome has ripened enough to be destroyed, the Kingdom of God will appear." The same concept is repeated in the revelation of John.





Scofield commentary on Mat.3.2 gives:



The phrase, kingdom of heaven (literally, of the heavens), is peculiar to Matthew and signifies the Messianic earth rule of Jesus Christ, the Son of David. It is called the kingdom of the heavens because it is the rule of the heavens over the earth (Mat 6:10) The phrase is derived from Daniel, where it is defined; (Dan 2:34-36); (Dan 2:44); (Dan 7:23-27) as the kingdom which the God of heaven will set up after the destruction by "the stone cut out without hands," of the Gentile world-system. It is the kingdom covenanted to David's seed (2Sa 7:7-10) described in the prophets; and confirmed to Jesus the Christ, the Son of Mary, through the angel Gabriel (Luk 1:32-33).
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Rabu, 15 Juni 2011

Memilih untuk bekerja

Memilih untuk Bekerja

Pada saat ini ada 2 buah istilah yang sering diperdengarkan yaitu :
1.Bekerja untuk hidup
2.Hidup untuk bekerja
Sebagai tambahan lainnya kita pernah juga mendengar:
1.Bekerja dan berdoa
2.Do the best and God takes the rest
3.Bekerja seolah-olah buat Tuhan

Istilah-istilah diatas hanyalah menggambarkan tentang prinsip bekerja.
Hal yang paling fundamental dan pilosopi adalah untuk apa kita bekerja, dipikir inilah menjadi landasan dalam prinsip-prinsip diatas. Banyak perbedaan yang terjadi dalam hal ini dan secara pandangan Human Resource maka ini melambangkan tingkatan seseorang yaitu
1.Bekerja untuk hidup
Yaitu tingkatan paling dasar,karena uang sangat berarti untuk makan dan biasanya belum menyentuh kepada kemakmuran.
2.Bekerja untuk kesenangan
Yaitu tingkatan dimana kebutuhan dasarnya sudah dipenuhi, sehingga sudah dalam level untuk kesenangan.
3.Bekerja untuk kekuasaan
Disini seseorang itu sudah mulai mandiri dan bahkan member orang lain penghidupan, sehingga timbul yang disebut kekuasaan, sehingga makin besar kemampuan secara finansialnya maka semkin besar kuasanya.
4.Bekerja untuk melayani
Ini adalah level yang paling tinggi,dimana seseorang dimaksud sudah tidak merasa puas dengan level lainnya yang pernah dilalui, sehingga menempuh ke dalam level melayani. Disini sifat egocentrisnya sudah tidak ada dan sifat social dan pelayanan semakin ditonjolkan. Member, membantudan menolong adalah bagian ekspresinya.

Dalam tindak-tanduk kehidupan seseorang dapat menunjukkan level bekerjanya serta untuk siapa bekerjanyapun dapat terlihat.
Level 1 bekerja untuk tuannya/bos, level 2 bekerja untuk tuannya dan diri sendiri. Level -3 bekerja untuk diri sendiri, sementara level -4 bekerja untuk orang lain (kebalikan level-1).
Kata orang, bekerja untuk orang kaya adalah lebih baik, dalam pernyataan ini berarti bekerja pada level-1 dimana tuannya/bosnya mempunyai tingkatan financial yang berbeda.
Dalam hal ini penulis mengorientasikan bekerja pada level-4 yaitu bekerja untuk melayani. Pelayanan disini sudah tidak melambangkan tingkatan financial dan terjadi kesamaan grade disegala lini financial aspect. Bisa terjadi pada kalangan yang keuangannya rendah, maupun yan tinggi sama sekali. Pelayanan yang diberikan bersifat kemauan bukan standart material. Kadang pernah mendengar, jika ada 2 maka 1 perlu untuk diberikan pada yang lain. Hidup ini adalah cukup saja dan tiap orang merasa diberkati dalam arti segala keperluannya akan tersedia.
Sangat sulit diterima nalar logika untuk berada pada level dimaksud ini. Logika seseorang melambangkan formula dan eksistensi. Jika tidak ada formula dan eksistensi maka hal tersebut tidak bisa diterima/diaaceept. Miracle dan mujizat sangat sulit diterima seseorang,seolah hal ini tidak perlu diterima keberadaannya, padahal dalam level-4 ini banyak bekerja dalam bentuk miracle tersebut.
Kadang kita pernah mendengar orang berkata “Kok bisa??, Wonderful & Magnificant??”. Dalam bentuk ini maka orang diminta melakkan terobosan “breakthrough” terhadap hal-hal yang bersifat ordinary dan lumrah dilakukan. Dasar-dasar breakthrough dimaksud jelas-jelasmelambagkan miracle .
Penulis disini mengajak mulailah sesuatu dan masukilah era bekerja untuk melayani, niscaya akan menemukan “How great is our God” dan kita dimampukan olehNya walau kita berada dalam materialism world, Selamat melakukannya dan niscaya engkau akan menemukanNya. Amin
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Kamis, 09 Juni 2011

Make Sector

Hunter Mapbasic PlotSectors 

Tuesday, May 18, 2010 8:00:00 PM
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The representation of sectors across our network of lines as we have seen is sufficient for several tests. However, it is sometimes more interesting to work with symbols instead of simple lines, such as the sector represented by a symbol like a rose petal. Today we will create our first program Mapbasic - where we'll see how this is done.

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Goal

From an information table with information about latitude, longitude, and azimuth of the antenna aperture of the sectors of our network, we plot the data using Mapinfo in regions - like rose petals - rather than simple lines.

Input Data

The first step then is to get the table with the necessary fields. Some are required or mandatory, because without them we could not do anything. Others are optional - if they do not exist, we consider default values. They are:
  • latitude: latitude of the sector - REQUIRED;
  • longitude: longitude of the industry - REQUIRED;
  • ant_azim: azimuth of the antenna, determining the direction of our symbol - REQUIRED;
  • ant_h: horizontal opening of the antenna, determining the breadth of our national symbol. OPTIONAL: if there is no such field in the table, let us consider for example a standard opening of 65 degrees.
  • sectorlength: length of the sector, in meters. OPTIONAL: if there is no such field in the table, let us consider for example a standard length of 300 meters.
  • freqband: indicates whether the sector can have two types of symbols, so that when overlapped both appear. For example, in the case of GSM 900/1800, use the BCCHNo, and according to the same plot with one or another kind of symbol. Do not worry, you'll see it later. It is also an optional field, and if not, consider a default value whatsoever.
Well, we already have data in the table tbl_Network our network, database Hunter_Network_DB.mdb in the directory C: \ Hunter \ Network \ Database. And until now we generate a table and a map in MapInfo with the sectors.
Unfortunately, this table does not contain the information generated (field) of the azimuth of the antenna, we need now. To resolve this problem, the file has downloaded a new version of the file that generates this table (Sectors.TAB) including this field. The file Hunter_MI_Network_1.3_RUN.mdb located in the C: \ Hunter \ IM \ Network \ Scripts.
Note: interesting that you would even try to make this change. Remember that this is a subject you already know. For questions, contact support. Otherwise, simply follow the new ddos provided.
The updated data (Sectors.TAB) already contains the field ant_azim (1). Also required fields latitude and longitude (2). The other fields we will leave it as default.

Important: We are using the data of Hunter Network because they are already available. This is however not a requirement. If you prefer, you can open an Excel table with the fields (at least the required) and create just create points - to create a base map. From this point on you can use the program that we create to make the changes of symbols.

What are programs Mapbasic

Enough talk, let's work. First, let's backtrack a little Mapbasic.
The Mapbasic is the program that lets you create executables (more or less as in the VBA macros) to be used in conjunction with the MapInfo, automating tasks, creating forms interface, etc.. Unfortunately, it has the interface and poor in resources - virtually the same as Windows Notepad. That is, since it was seen that we have to type everything right?

The source files have the extension. MB, and executables. MBX.
To run a program in Mapinfo MBX you can double click it using Windows Explorer, or access the Menu: Tools (1) -> Run Program Mapbasic ... (2). Note that there are several programs available with the installation MBX (3).

You can also access the Menu: Tools (1) -> Manager Tools (2) and MBX choose which programs should be pre-loaded in the current session only (3), or whether they should be loaded whenever the Mapinfo starts ( 4). Remember we did this for the program GELink.mbx a previous tutorial!

When we run a program MBX can see a toolbar, a menu, both, or even nothing. For our program today, we chose to create a new toolbar. So at the end of this tutorial, when we run our program, you will see the toolbar Hunter Tools, as shown below.

In MapInfo, you can choose which toolbars are available through the menu: Options (1) -> Toolbars (2), or click right on the main bar (3).

Basically we have two buttons, one that runs our program itself, and another with only the same information. Note that we defined icons. Later we will see how.
In addition to the Toolbars, we have included a new menu, but we'll leave that for another tutorial. More worthwhile to use the menu when you have multiple programs, and divides each into submenus.
You can also create User Interfaces, or dialog boxes to select box, text box, OK button, etc.. All too much like what we have forms of VBA. In this first program, we created an interface - dialog box - very simple, just to allow some extra settings, and even show some functions to more Mapbasic.
In our case, double-click the table Sectors.TAB (C:\Hunter\MI\Network\Data\) and also in the program, with Sectors With the table open, and also the program HunterPlotSectors_v1.0.MBX (C:\Hunter\MI\Network\Scripts\).
Clicking on the icon of the network, there is the Main Interface.

Clicking the OK button, the symbols are plotted.

We also have options to create symbols with different sizes and also create symbols for the area at the current zoom. You can use any combination, depending on what one wants.
And when we click on the icon of interrogation, we have the program information.

Creating, compiling and running a program Mapbasic

Now on there. If you have never created a program in Mapbasic, let's make one very quickly.
Open Mapbasic, and enter the text below.

Save the program anywhere, is temporary. Note that it was saved with the extension. MB. Okay, you already have your first program Mapbasic.
Only it's not possible to run a program MB, MBX only compiled programs. To compile your program, it open, go to Menu: Project (1) -> Select Project File ... (2).

Note: Actually, you'll realize that with time you'd better use the shortcut keys CTRL + K.

Ready. Check the location where you saved the file temporario.MB. Now we have the compiled temporario.MBX.

Double-click the file temporario.MBX. See what happens.

Okay, this program serves no purpose besides informing you the message of his first program in Mapbasic. But that was the point: to demonstrate the procedure for creating, compiling and running. Now we are ready to see the syntax of a real program, the HunterPlotSectos.MBX.

The Code

Finally, just as in the VBA, you can read the program line by line. The code is fully commented - comments also come after a '.
For reasons of space, only parts are shown. Whenever you see "..." means that there is more code, which was truncated, ie it is longer and you can check the entire code provided. And each part has shown parts that are described next.
Our program (and almost all) gets so.

(1) Statement that tells Mapbasic to use the files and also MAPBASIC.DEF ICONS.DEF when compiling the program. These files are located in C: \ Program Files \ MapInfo \ Mapbasic. You can open them, and will see they are a series of definitions that Mapbasic uses. It is more or less like a DLL whose data are available when you include it.
(2) Statements of Procedures (U) and Functions (Function) that we create and use the program.
(3) Declaration of variables - integer, string, etc..
(4) Note that we can, and declare variables themselves. In this case, we define a variable of type point, consisting of values of X and Y, both of type float.
Note: as always mentioned, this is not a programming course. If you have any questions for example about what is a variable of type integer, contact support and help.
Following, we have the main procedure, where we created the task bar (1).

Please note that comments are all in code, which eliminates all be reproduced here. Anyway, this procedure simply create the toolbar Hunter Tools and procedures that are called when each button is clicked.
Below, we have the procedure called when the button is clicked to create sectors - CreateSectors. This is the principal. Basically this procedure uses the function ValidateMap () (1) to check if a table with the minimum information required is open. If yes, creates the dialog box (2). We use variables such as intSelectedSymbol (3) to contain the values of the box when the OK button is clicked.

When the OK button is clicked, the procedure is called GetValues2PlotSectors (). This is an intermediate procedure. Basically it reads the values of each record in the table (1) and stores in other variables (2).

Finally, we have the procedure PlotSector (), responsible for making the calculations, and plot symbols (1). This procedure calls a helper function - GetCoords () (2), which makes the calculations for the points that form the linked rose petal.

The points form an interconnected Polyline - Create Pline, which is then converted into the region - ConvertToRegion ().
Note: for the case where we need two kinds of symbols, we use the function GetCoords () to a type, and GetCoords2 () to another. So we get different points for each case, resulting in different symbols, as shown below.

We could list the code was much more than the above, but this is not our goal, nor necessary, particularly because the code is fully commented. If you have any questions, please contact us via email or chat.

Too difficult?

Well, the program already functional, and already tested in the beginning. But okay, let's agree: this is not a program so simple.
Numerous functions are presented, procedures calling functions, error handling, calculations of trigonometry! But if we were to explain each calculation performed, detailing each line, we would lose our focus, which is going to build step by step tool to Hunter.
In future modules of the Hunter, for example those dealing with KPI and parameters, we have code like this, and some much more complex.
But see the other side: you do not have the obligation to learn the codes all at once. You already have everything ready and functional, just use. In a brief tutorial will show how to bind their real data to create applications that will follow. And you can always count on our support.
So do not understand how difficult. Would be difficult if you needed to do everything yourself!

Final Tips

Just to finish by today in a less complicated, let's see some final tips (for today).
First let's talk about the icons we use the toolbar Hunter Tools. The icons of predefined Mapbasic are available through the ICONS.DEF file - file that is included (INCLUDE) at the beginning of the program MBX.
The trick here is that there is a program that lets you see the icons you can use in your application. In the directory C: \ Program Files \ MapInfo \ Mapbasic \ SAMPLES \ Mapbasic \ ICONDEMO ICONDEMO.MB the file exists. Open this file, compile and run - as you should have already learned. Note that there is a new menu Icon Sampler.

Press each set of icons, as shown below. Then you can choose which icon to use in their applications.

Clicking on each one of these icons, you have the constant that defines it (with the mouse on top also appears which is the constant).

For our code to the button question, see where the information was posted.

Another tip is to learn to use the shortcuts for common tasks:
  • CTRL + K: Compile current file
  • CTRL + U: Turn the current file
  • CTRL + F: Find ...
  • CTRL + G: Find again
  • CTRL + T: Jump to line ... (Especially when there's an error message because the line with error is reported).
And finally, last tip. Whenever you want to know more about a command, for example the syntax for creating a toolbar, use the Help. It is well completed.

Conclusion

With this lesson learned to create, build and run a program in Mapbasic. Specifically, we created a program that takes the data of latitude, longitude and azimuth of an open table in Mapinfo and create symbols to the sectors.
We saw that some programs are not so simple, but the challenge becomes much easier when we have a place of reference.
We hope you've enjoyed. If you have any doubts, find the answers posting your comments in the blog or via our support via chat or email.
Till our next meeting, and remember: Your success is our success!
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re: Hunter Mapbasic PlotSectors

Thursday, April 28, 2011 6:09:38 PM jlmg818
AUN NO ME LLEGAN Y NO PUEDO OBTENER LOS ARCHIVOS PAR ESTOS PLOTS. SI ALGUIEN ME LOS ENVIA A JLMG818@HOTMAIL.COM SE LO AGRADECERE

re: Hunter Mapbasic PlotSectors

Wednesday, April 13, 2011 1:34:47 PM jwilton
Hello, How can I download the all code for ploting sectors( Hunter)....Please!!

re: Hunter Mapbasic PlotSectors

Thursday, May 20, 2010 5:51:27 PM leopedrini
Hi aziz
The full code, and support for new developments are sent to subscribers. :(
It's just a small fee for this and several other codes, programs, tips and support.
Hunter is a very complete tool, also uses Access, Excel, Google Earth, and more as you can see from the previous tutorials, and especially those in future.
Anyway, you can continue to follow as a member and learn very good tips (see the tips that have already been published!), and learn concepts from Hunter written tutorials.
Thank you for visiting.
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Rabu, 08 Juni 2011

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  • Q: Batch conversion: How can I save result files in the original/source folder (even if files from several input subfolders are used)?
    A: Use Advanced batch options, activate the option Create subfolders in destination folder. As destination folder (main batch dialog), set the root folder of your input files, e.g. C:\, if all input files are located on C drive.
  • Q: Problem: Since yesterday, IrfanView shows all images distorted/stretched! Why?
    A: The View Menu option "Fit images to desktop" is activated (or a similar view option), please uncheck and use the recommended display option.
  • Q: How to extract images from the EXE Slideshow?
    A: Start the EXE and press F1 for help. Use E hotkey for extraction.
  • Q: How to change JPG IPTC/Comment data for many images (batch mode)?
    A: In the Thumbnails window, select many JPG images/files and use the menu JPG Lossless Operations à Set IPTC data/Comment to selected thumbs. The data for the first image is applied to all files. The IPTC dialog offers additional options.
  • Q: Are the JPG editing options for IPTC/Comment lossless?
    A: Yes, the image itself is NOT recompressed.
  • Q: How can I use IrfanView to set a random file from a folder/filelist as wallpaper?
    A: Use the command line options: /random and /wall, see i_options.txt for examples.
  • Q: How can I load only desired file types during the browsing?
    Q: How to exclude specific file extensions (e.g. TXT) from browsing through directory?
    Q: IrfanView can load e.g. CR2 files, but the files are not showed in the Thumbnail window?
    A: Go to Properties->Extensions, edit the file extensions in field Load custom file types; delete unwanted or add special (but supported!) extensions.
  • Q: Problem: If I decrease the color depth to 8 or less BPP, the saved JPG file is always 24 BPP?
    A: Please note that a JPG can be only saved as 24 BPP or 8 BPP grayscale image. JPG do not allow other BPP values. If you want other BPP values, please use formats like PNG, TIF, BMP, etc.
  • Q: How can I change the desktop icon for IrfanView?
    A: This is a standard Windows feature. Right click on the desktop icon, then 'Properties'. Now you can set another icon (change icon) or remove/change the hotkey for the program start.
  • Q: How can I load file types WITHOUT any extension during the browsing?
    A: Go to Properties->Extensions, edit the file extensions in field Load custom file types; add a | at the end, to create an empty extension entry. Optional: go to Properties->File Handling and disable the option: Ask to rename if incorrect extension.
  • Q: How to print only a part of the image?
    A: Use left mouse button to select the desired part in the image, then use the Print menu.
  • Q: How load PDF files in IrfanView?
    A: Install IrfanView and PlugIns. Install Ghostscript from e.g. here.
  • Q: How to print many files (batch print)?
    A: In the Thumbnails window, you can select many images/files and use the menu Print selected files as single images.
  • Q: How to print many images on one page?
    A: In the Thumbnails window, use the menu Create contact sheet from selected thumbs. The result image(s) can be printed or saved.
  • Q: Is IrfanView compatible with Windows 95 or 98?
    A: Yes, IrfanView is compatible with all Win9x- and later Windows versions. Win9x means: Windows 95, 98, 98 SE and Windows ME.
  • Q: Is there a way to do batch scanning without having an ADF scanner?
    A: Yes, uncheck the option in menu: File -> Acquire/Batch scanning -> Close TWAIN dialog after acquiring image.
  • Q: How to use Unicode (e.g. Chinese) text in the Insert-Text dialog?
    A: Go to Windows Control Panel, Regional and Language settings (advanced settings), choose "Chinese" for the option "Language for non-Unicode programs".
  • Q: Problem: If I try to play some AVIs and MPGs with IrfanView, I always get the error message "MMSYSTEMxxx, no device ..."!
    A: Please search on http://www.microsoft.com for more infos about the message number. In some cases a fix is available.
  • Q: How can I play QuickTime (MOV) files with IrfanView?
    A: If you want to play all QuickTime files: install Apple QuickTime, install IrfanView PlugIns. Activate the Quicktime PlugIn for IrfanView in Properties->Video/Sound.
  • Q: Bug report: IrfanView won't save settings! Why?
    A: There are 2 possibilities, first: your INI (i_view32.ini) file (or whole IrfanView folder) is set to read-only, please change that; second: some "smart" washer/restore tools/plugins are washing too much, please exclude IrfanView files/folder from such actions. You can also redirect the INI file to another folder (see another question below); also possible during the installation.
  • Q: Problem: The Add button in the slideshow/batch dialog won't add the selected file to the file list.
    A: There is a Windows Explorer "feature": Hide file extensions for known file types. Please deactivate this default (and stupid) Explorer option to show files with their real names and extensions!
  • Q: Bug report: The thumbnail window crashes if I have many files in a folder!
    A: This is a Windows 9x/XP bug (now also on Windows 7 64 bit => Blue screen, Windows bug), the max. number of files in the folder is system dependent. WinNT/Win2K works fine. Try to split files to several folders.
  • Q: Bug report: When I capture a video, why is the screen black?
    A: Try to disable video acceleration in Settings -> Control Panel -> Display -> Throubleshooting, during the screenshots. Or start a second player instance and try to capture it.
  • Q: Bug report (Windows 9x): In the thumbnail window, when I click on a thumbnail, nothing happens, the image will not be displayed in the main window!
    A: You have an old version of the "comctl32.dll", please update this Windows component from the MS homepage, search for Comctl32.dll update.
  • Q: Problem: When double click a file which is associated with IrfanView, I get an error message "Cannot find the file [path] or one of its components". What is the problem?
    A: Start IrfanView, go to 'Properties->Extensions' and associate your file types again.
  • Q: Bug report: IrfanView runs/starts very slowly on my system! Why?
    A: Probably an old anti virus program or another background software is running, which causes such problems. Check your system.
  • Q: Bug report: The screensaver created by IrfanView shows just few images and then exits. Why?
    A: The problem is caused by another running software, which kills the saver. Check your system.
  • Q: Upgrade: Is it necessary to uninstall the older version before installing the newer version?
    A: No. Install a new version over any older version. After install, just refresh your associations/options under Properties->Extensions.
  • Q: Can I use IrfanView on Linux?
    A: Yes. There is no native-Linux version of IrfanView. However, you can use IrfanView in conjunction with Linux programs like WINE, Windows Linux emulators and Linux-based virtual machines. Take the ZIP version of IrfanView and unzip it or copy your existing Windows IrfanView folder to Linux. This is easier because the installer may need additional Windows DLLs to run. See instructions on: IrfanView on Linux with Wine
  • Q: Can I use IrfanView on Mac?
    A: Yes, probably. There is no native-Mac version of IrfanView. However, you can use IrfanView in conjunction with Mac program like WineBottler/DARWINE. Take the ZIP version of IrfanView and unzip it or copy your existing Windows IrfanView folder to Mac. This is easier because the installer may need additional Windows DLLs to run.
  • Q: Basic: How can I convert e.g. a BMP image/file to JPG?
    A: Open a BMP file using the File->Open menu. Now go to File->Save as menu, choose JPG as output format, set the new file name/folder and save. If you want to convert many files, use the Batch Conversion.
    See also this video.
  • Q: Basic: Do I need IrfanView PlugIns?
    A: Probably not. All basic options/features/PlugIns are included in the standard IrfanView installation. PlugIns contains usually special file formats. If you need a special PlugIn, IrfanView will show you an error message and then you can/should install all other PlugIns.
  • Q: Does IrfanView contain Spyware or Viruses, etc.?
    A: NO. If your anti virus program reports a virus or spyware in IrfanView downloaded from the official homepages, you should either update the anti virus program or use a better one.
  • Q: Advanced: How to define an external editor (SHIFT+E) for an extension?
    A: In the INI file, create a new section [CustomEditors]. Then write a new line and set the value for an extension, like:
         PDF = D:\Software\Foxit Reader\Foxit Reader.exe ""%1""
         or
         PDF = D:\Software\Foxit Reader\Foxit Reader.exe "-p "%1""
  • Q: Advanced: Is there a trick to hide program menu and caption permanently, similar to toolbar and status bar?
    A: Yes. In the INI file, write in section [Menu] Active=0 to hide menu, in section [Caption] Active=0, to hide the program title.
  • Q: I am an administrator. How can I install IrfanView on a server with same settings for all users?
    A: 1) Install IrfanView on the server
        2) Set your IrfanView options (properties etc.).
            Now, set the INI file "i_view32.ini" to read only.
            The users can't change IrfanView options anymore.
        3) To prevent the registry changes (associations), you can hide the Properties->Extensions dialog.
            Write in the INI file:
            ShowExtensionsDlg=0 in section [Extensions].
  • Q: I am an administrator. How can I install IrfanView on a server but each user should save/use own INI files?
    A: 1) Install IrfanView on the server
        2) Write in the INI file (i_view32.ini on server):
      INI_Folder=folder in section [Others]. Examples: INI_Folder=C:\TEMP, or INI_Folder=%TEMP%, or INI_Folder=%APPDATA%\IrfanView, or INI_Folder=C:\TEMP\%YOUR_ENVIRONMENT_VARIABLE%, or INI_Folder=%YOUR_ENVIRONMENT_VARIABLE%\folder
  • Q: I am an administrator, IrfanView is installed on a server, each user hat its own INI file. How to set the default program language to e.g. German/Deutsch?
    A: Method 1: Prepare a special INI file with custom default settings and copy it over the local/users INI file.
        Method 2: Write in the global INI file (i_view32.ini on server):
      DefaultLang=dll-name in section [Language]. Example for german: DefaultLang=deutsch.dll in section [Language].
  • Q: I am an administrator. How can I silently install/uninstall IrfanView?
    A: Usually, you can download the ZIP version of IrfanView and Plugins and deploy the files.
    Self install versions have special start options for silent install (examples, version 4.20):
    1) IrfanView:
      iview420_setup.exe /silent /folder="c:\test folder\irfanview" iview420_setup.exe /silent /folder="c:\test folder\irfanview" /desktop=1 /thumbs=1 /group=1 /allusers=0 /assoc=1 /ini="%APPDATA%\irfanview" iview420_setup.exe /silent /folder="c:\test folder\irfanview" /ini="c:\temp" Options: folder:     destination folder; if not indicated: old IrfanView folder is used, if not found, the "Program Files" folder is used desktop:  create desktop shortcut; 0 = no, 1 = yes (default: 0) thumbs:   create desktop shortcut for thumbnails; 0 = no, 1 = yes (default: 0) group:     create group in Start Menu; 0 = no, 1 = yes (default: 0) allusers:  desktop/group links are for all users; 0 = current user, 1 = all users assoc:     if used, set file associations; 0 = none, 1 = images only, 2 = select all (default: 0) assocallusers:  if used, set associations for all users (Windows XP only) ini:      if used, set custom INI file folder (system environment variables are allowed)
    2) PlugIns:
      irfanview_plugins_420_setup.exe /silent
    3) Uninstall:
      iv_uninstall.exe /silent
  • Q: What is the IrfanView icon, is this a bear or devil or something else?
    A: This is a red CAT, a road cat. Note, I like cats, but this is a joke ;-)
Q: Is this FAQs page available in other languages?
A: Yes, here are some translations:
1) French FAQs by Nicolas Chevallier
2) Belorussian FAQs by Paul Bukhovko
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Drive Testing with Mapinfo&Googleearth

Drive Test - Mapinfo & Google Earth 

Tuesday, May 04, 2010 8:00:00 PM
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The analysis of drive test are key to any kind of telecom professional, either in the implementation of data collection or just in the analysis. Although through the analysis of KPI's you can identify problems like dropped calls, the drive tests allow a deeper analysis in the field. Identifying areas of each sector of coverage, interference, among others.

Purpose

Learn what is a test drive, and how to load data collected in Mapinfo and also in Google Earth. Knowing basic kinds of thematic maps and individual ranges.
NOTE: This is an introductory tutorial, and see the future and make a more detailed analysis using Hunter Mapinfo Test Drive - which uses the Mapbasic to automate the plots, and Hunter GE Drive Test - that it would also be automated, has a plot of data in more detail, for example getting data from each section by clicking it. Anyway, this tutorial should be well understood, because the concepts are the same whether doing it by hand, is using automation scripts.
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If you are a single member, and has access only to the written tutorial, learn always very important concepts that will surely help you in your own designs. You will confirm on every new tutorial
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Note: Our audience ranges from a student of Telecom by experienced professionals with extensive knowledge in the area. So we ask a little understanding and tolerance are some of the basic concepts presented today are for you. But they are necessary for the joint development of all.

File Structure

As always, we create the proper directory structure for files that we use. Today we need the structure as shown below.

  • (1) DriveTest: root directory of the module.
  • (2) Date: where are the input data, eg collected in the drive test.
  • (3) Output: the output directory where the files are output as images of the plots, KML files, etc..

But what is a Drive Test

Drive Test, as its name suggests, is the procedure of conducting a driving test. The vehicle does not really matter, you can make up a test drive a motorcycle or bicycle. What matters is the hardware and software used in the test.
Basically, to hold a test drive we need a Notebook (1) - or other similar hardware - with a Software Collection (2) installed, a Security Key (3) - Dongle - common to these types of software, at least one Mobile Phone (4), a GPS (5), and a scanner (6) - optional. Also common is the use of adapters and / or hubs to enable proper interconnection of all equipment.

Note: some figures shown in this tutorial (as above) are representations of diagrams as a blackboard. Of course we want to do professional illustration, vector with software, etc.. But remember that telecomHall team consists of engineers, and our focus is learning. We believe that the content presented stands the lack of perfection in the diagrams. Anyway, if you have skills with drawing, and would like to contribute, your contact will be very welcome! Contact.
The main goal is to collect test data, but they can be viewed / analyzed in real time during testing, allowing a visualization of network performance on the field. The data of all equipment are grouped by collection software and stored in one or more output files (1).

  • GPS : collecting the data of latitude and longitude for each point / measure data, time, speed, etc.. It is also useful as a guide for implementing the correct routes.
  • MS : mobile data collection, such as signal strength, best server, etc ... They are typically used two phones. A performing mobile calls (CALL) for a specific number from time to time, configured in the Software Collection. And the other free or IDLE mode, ie connected, but not on call. This is to collect specific data and IDLE modes CALL.
  • SCANNER : collecting data across the network, since the mobile radio is limited and does not handle all the necessary data for further analysis complete.
The minimum necessary to carry out a test drive, as we shall see, is a mobile device with a collection of software and a GPS. Currently, there are already mobile phones that do it all. They have an internal GPS and a collection of specific software. They are very practical, but are still quite expensive.
In addition to providing voice call may be carried out other types of calls such as data, video etc.. Will depend on the technology (GSM, CDMA, UMTS, etc. ...), and the need to analyze such data or not.
Anyway, whatever the equipment, software and procedures used, the end result is always the same, the output file.
The vast majority of software collection (or processing) do or have together some software which also makes analysis. These are called post-processing software. Each post-processing software has its own specific analysis, and how much data (measures) is huge, they can be of great help to solve specific problems well.
Note: It is our goal today we extend a lot about drive test, and we will stick to the generic procedures for plotting to carry out the analysis. If you have any questions, just contact us.
Regardless of what the post-processing software, have all the functionality to export data in tabular form, in plain text or CSV. And that's what we use.
One advantage of working with the data this way is that no matter how they were collected, but its content. So for example we can, even if a team has run half the route with a type of software, and another team of drive test with another shot the rest, we can plot the data from our network on a single desktop. That's where for example the generic software analyzes geo-referenced, such as Mapinfo and Google Earth.
Another advantage is that the analysis available in Mapinfo and Google Earth is generally a better use, since they are more familiar to most professionals, and not specific to those who only performs / looks drive test. This can be understood in not having to acquire multiple software licenses post-processing, one usually sufficient for deeper analysis.

Plotting the data in Mapinfo

As always, our data are fictitious. Thus, we create a file with random points around our network, like a test drive it, except that you may notice that the streets do not match exactly with the images of Google Earth.
The parameters are not even real. In this case, we use two dummy parameters, one containing the signal level collected (we'll call signal_level) and another containing the information sector of the call server at each point (best_server).
This file is like the file exported by the team that made the data collection, and call log_exported.txt, located in the C:\Hunter\MI\DriveTest\Data.

Sure, we have the files in tabular format. The first step is to open this file in MapInfo. We have seen how to open an Excel file format in MapInfo. We will now open up our data in tab-delimited text format. To do this, go to Menu File -> Open, select Files of type display *. txt (1) and select our archive (2). Click the Open button (3).

Our file was exported using tab as delimiter, so the dialog box select this option (1). And the first line has the column headings, then check this option (2). Click the OK button (3).

With the file open, the next step is to create points for himself, and create a new map with the data. Also as seen previously in another tutorial how to do this, and the result is seen below.

Note: soon, Hunter Drive Test Mapinfo tutorial we will see how these and other tests on an automated (scripted MBX). We suggest that you open (and leave open) the window while you are doing manually Mapbasic commands Mapinfo. This is because you can get more familiar with the syntax of the scripts that will receive Mapbasic
Note that the map with the data just opened in Mapinfo not bring us any interesting information (even if for example we can verify the extent of each section by clicking on it). We need to create thematic maps, according to each parameter measured.
A thematic map is a map with symbols and colors specific to pre-defined values of each parameter in each point. For instance, we color all points of the map that have the information signal level greater than -65 dBm with the color green. So, visually we have the area (green) where the signal is very strong. This is the case of Thematic Map using Ranges. (The unit dBm refers to signal intensity, and we'll talk in detail later).
We can also color in a new thematic map information from the best server for each point using a single color for each server, and so we see the coverage area of each sector. To do this we create a Thematic Map-based Points - Individual.

Ranges of Thematic Map

First, we view the signal strength of geographically distributed in the area where we performed the test drive. For this, we will create a Thematic Map by Ranges.
The creation of thematic maps is one of the most important commands of MapInfo, which enables a huge amount of changes. Today we use the standard symbols suggested for each type of information present in the data table. Later we will see settings that give a better presentation of data.
Access Menu: Map (1) -> Create Thematic Map ... (2). Or press F9.

In the new window that will appear, select the type Ranges (1) and choose a type of range, for example Red, Orange, Light Green, Green (2). Click the Next button (3).

In the next window, select the table and field that will create the thematic map. In this case, choose Table log_exported (1) and field signal_level (2). Click the Next button (3).

In the next window we have a few options that can and will be used later. You can see some of these options by clicking the appropriate button. Below is the window that opens when clicking the button Ranges ... allowing for example change the number of ranges and methods. Click the Cancel button (1).

At the moment, as we are learning how to plot the data thematic ranges, so we'll just accept the standards proposed by Mapinfo and click the OK button (1).

The result is a thematic map plotted.

Individual Thematic Maps

Now we want to see the coverage area of each sector. For this, we create another thematic map, with individual values, and we use the field best_server, which has the information industry.
Access Menu: Map -> Create Thematic Map ... In the same way we did before. Only now in the new window will appear, select the type Individual (1), and select Single Point Value Pattern (2). Click the Next button (3).

In the next window, select the table and field that we use to create the thematic map. In this case, choose Table log_exported (1) and field best_server (2). You can also select the option that ignores if any field with value of zero or empty (3). For ranges, the previous example, we could also have chosen this option. Click the Next button (4).

As for ranges, we can define the plot according to our needs, such as specific colors. But for now the default plot of the data is sufficient for us. So, click the OK button (1).

The map is plotted.

From very simple way, we saw how to plot data collected in a drive test in Mapinfo. Remember that the steps presented here is intended only for demonstration and learning. All our drives will be processed automatically through scripts provided with much more customization and standardization, using the actual parameters. But it is very important to have knowledge of basic concepts and procedures used to obtain the same results.

Plotting Data in Google Earth

Likewise we have a specific module for automatic plotting of data from the drive test in Mapinfo, we have a module - GE Hunter Test Drive - for Google Earth. This module is specifically a more specific and detailed, but not least, given the ease of analysis that Google Earth provides, as we have images in optimum resolution of the local drive, relief, among others.
Anyway, there is a middle ground where we can quickly see any data that is already plotted on Mapinfo directly to Google Earth. In the past Mapbasic were using a script, but currently is available from an auxiliary tool Mapinfo that does this work in practice: the utility MapInfo Professional Link Utility for Google Earth
For users of MapInfo from version 8 (currently is at version 10) you can download this tool from MapInfo's website that allows to plot the same data in Google Earth. (Unfortunately, the tool does the opposite, ie not behind the Google Earth data to Mapinfo, but undoubtedly, it is helpful). This is a topic for another tutorial.
Then, download the tool http://extranet.mapinfo.com/smartupdate/googleearth.cfm site.

This is a compressed file with a series of files within. Extract the files to a directory, and locate the file GELink.mbx within the sub-directory GoogleConnect. This is the file Mapbasic that does all the work.
Let's pause here and learn a bit more of Mapinfo and Mapbasic.
We saw that MapInfo has your macros or programs, created and compiled with Mapbasic. These programs can be run by accessing the Menu: Tools (1) -> Run Program Mapbasic ... (2), and locating the program MBX.

But it's very annoying having to keep finding these programs whenever we open a new desktop (although Mapbasic programs can be run by double clicking in Windows Explorer). To arrange this, the MapInfo is a Program Manager Mapbasic. Go through the Menu: Tools (1) -> Manager Tools (2).

Basically it gathers information on what tools are MBX (1), and if they are loaded (2) - available in current desktop - and should be loaded whenever the MapInfo runs (3). Marking the corresponding checkbox for each option define the behavior for each tool MBX.

The Tools toolbar provides access to programs loaded.

Let's put the program GELink.mbx to load automatically when we use the MapInfo, being always available on the toolbar.
First, as a matter of organization, we will copy the directory GoogleConect into the tools directory of MapInfo. This directory is C:\Program Files\MapInfo\Professional\Tools.
In MapInfo, open the Tools Manager and clicking the Add Tool button. Then navigate to the directory C:\Program Files\MapInfo\Professional\Tools\GoogleConect and select the program GELink.mbx. Fill in the program settings as shown below.
  • Title: Google Earth Link Utility.
  • Location: C:\Program Files\MapInfo\Professional\Tools\GoogleConect\GELink.mbx
  • Description: This utility Allows the user to export MapInfo Professional map generated images or data to Google Earth KML and KMZ formats. The utility Also includes the Ability to export thematic map legends, as well as vector data attribute information.

Lastly, we mark the checkbox Loaded 2 (1) and autoloaders (2). The result is as shown below, and clicking the OK button (3).

From now on, whenever we open the MapInfo, the program is already available.
Note: Of course it depends on how you leave Autoloader this program or not, running the same only when necessary. This was just a suggestion, but depending on the frequency may be more useful to leave loaded by default. Anyway, you decide.
Well, back to the program specifically, each vector or raster data within the map window can be exported and the exported area is just the visible area of the map. The data is exported as KML. When executed, the program ends by opening Google Earth (you can uncheck this option). The program is accessible on the Tools toolbar as an icon of a green globe.
Let's see how to use each option.

Plotting the data as Raster

In the Tools toolbar click the green globe icon, which calls the program GE Link (1).

In the main program screen, choose the Output Directory (1) where the KML file is generated, the file name (2), and the name that will appear in Google Earth ( 3). Also check the option to launch Google Earth so that the processing end (4). Click the OK button. (5)

The result can be seen below.

Note in the above figure, we set a certain transparency to get a better result, allowing images of the Google Earth and also the Test Drive. We have seen how does this but if you forgot to review how to set specific layers of transparency, review the tutorial of Google Earth.

Plotting the data as vectors

To plot the data as vectors, we need to select the desired data. And to select data - or objects on the map, it is necessary to make the layer is editable. For this, we mark the checkbox with an icon of a pencil editing for Level Cosmetic (1).

Yes, now we can edit the objects that are on the level (or layer) cosmetic.
Note: Due to large amount of information to drive test, since each point is an object, the processing for converting Mapinfo to Google Earth takes a lot of each point. Thus, for example, we only use data from our network (sites and sectors) instead of drive test.
To select data we can use the Selection tool (1), located in the Main toolbar. We can also select data via SQL, but this is a topic for another time. Using one of the selection tools, select all the map data.

The selected layer is always the first layer in the Layers Manager. Here we see the result of the selection made when the layer Sites comes first, and when the layer Sectors comes first.

Note: Another option to select all elements of all tables at once would be to use SQL. But as we said before, is for another time.
When clicked now - with an active selection - in the green globe to start the GE link, we are asked whether they wish to export as raster image (a) as we have done previously, or if you prefer export the objects (2). We chose the second option and clicking the OK button (3).

Again we have the main program screen, but now with some new options, because we are not only saved as raster, and yes, a KML file with some attributes. Choose the Output Directory (1) where the KML file is generated and set the file name (2), and the name that will appear in Google Earth (3). Source to select the marker which is more appropriate. If for example we are exporting the layer sites, it is normal to choose the Name field (4), which bears the name of the site. The other options can be left as default, it is only talk of punishment option button Select Columns (5).

You can choose which fields should appear as attributes in Google Earth. If you do not choose anything, all attributes are available for example when you click a point. Let's do this, click the Cancel button (1).

To finish, click the OK button interface GE Link. The result can be seen on Google Earth. Note that sites are clickable (1), and the information is available (2).

Finally for today, let's just see one more detail. Note that the GE program Link, when saved to raster format, generates an image of type JPEG (1), as can be seen in the output directory where you saved the data. (It's also generated an image file to the legend).

And if you right-click and open the corresponding KML file with a text editor, can find the line where the image is referenced (1).

What can be done here? Well at least two things.
First, and easiest, you can save a copy of the image generated as a JPEG image of type PNG, and then remove the white background that creates MapInfo. If you do not know how, read the tutorial Serif Photo Plus. Indeed, it is the JPEG image format that does not support transparency, and how GE Link saved in this format, there is nothing we can do. Then modify the KML file to point to this new image, type PNG with transparent background (simply by replacing JPG PNG). Okay, now the drive test is much clearer, and without having to use the resources of transparencies layer itself from Google.

Second, and lastly, you can make changes to the MB received. But should only do this if you know what you're doing because it is not trivial task. You can for example remove the name Exported from Mapinfo Professional, and / or put the name of your company. You can also save as PNG directly. In future tutorials, we'll learn more about Mapbasic, and soon you should be able to make their own modifications.

Speaking Mapbasic ...

Mapbasic Speaking of, remember that at first we ask that you leave the window open while you were playing Mapbasic all commands? Well, here's how it stayed.

For most commands (unfortunately not all) who performed at the interface of Mapinfo, codes corresponding Mapbasic are shown. This facility helps us a lot, and soon we will be using as support the creation of scripts.

Conclusion

In this tutorial we learn what is basically a test drive, and how to plot the same data in Mapinfo and Google Earth. Learn to create thematic maps for ranges and for individual values. Also met some new concepts of Mapinfo, the selection of objects.
Far as into the MapInfo to Google Earth however, have specific modules, focused mainly on the automation, ie, the goal is to make the drive test, export the data to a file outgoing and ready - to run a macro that already make available the data ready for analysis, either in Mapinfo or Google Earth, thus eliminating also the time spent on repetitive tasks. We will see more detail in other tutorials on drive test in the future.
IMPORTANT : For now, continue assimilating the concepts of Hunter tool, and like all modules will be interconnected. See it quickly, and simplified plot the drive manually tests today, but the network data were available
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