PaleoGIS 4.2.0 Beta for ArcGIS 10.1

We are pleased to announce that PaleoGIS 4.2.0 Beta is available for testing.

This version features a new vector-based approach to raster reconstruction which improves reliability and performance. Because of your history providing valuable feedback on previous releases of PaleoGIS, we invite you to beta test. Feedback on this release should be submitted no later than October 31, 2013. Your effort to assist in the testing will improve quality and shorten the time to a production release.

To participate as a beta tester, please download the installation file here: http://www.paleogis.com/dotnetnuke/Downloads/tabid/58/Default.aspx

You will need to register if you don’t already have an account, and then you will be able to download the beta version from the right side of the page. You can begin the download by clicking on the link “BETA – PaleoGIS v4.2.0.0 for ArcGIS 10.1 Installation File” under the “Paleo Beta Installation Files” section. You must have ArcGIS 10.1 installed in order to use this release. This new version will run on Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7 32- and 64-bit. Your existing PaleoGIS license can be used to run this beta software.

Please note: This version is not a final release intended for distribution within your company.

New Features

• New Vectorized Raster Reconstruction Algorithm
• Flash feature on Pole Finder and Geneaologist
• Layers not deleted from TOC when changing plate models or cache
• Improved tooltip messages
• Add option to ignore proxy server settings for use outside of firewall
• Join functionality enhanced to support time-dependent symbology
• Upgrade to .NET 4.0
• Ability to save un-reconstruct results
• Support for rasters with datums other than WGS84
• Ability to unreconstruct Raster Reconstructions
• PaleoClimate Launcher added to extensions list

Bug Fixes

• Persistence of key configuration settings
• Fixed stranded graphics with plate moving tools
• Option to disable “Repair Features” functionality
• Automatic refresh for session configuration settings
• Perform intersect when refreshing cache for single layer
• Improved error handling in pole set maintenance window
• Changed default cache and scratch paths
• Fixed Undo/Redo function for Enter Pole tool
• Fixed crashing issue with 9.3.1 layer files
• Ability to save reconstructions using time slices
• Removed incorrect error in Plate Model Symbology when saving initial symbology
• Apply original symbology to unreconstructed layers

We encourage you to email us at support@rothwellgroup.com with any issues, questions, or concerns. Thanks for your continued support.