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F.A.Q.



What do I recieve with TERRAGAZE mobile?
With TERRAGAZE mobile, you have a custom-designed guide of your Geopark. The standard solution includes a GPS-powered unit: this means that when the visitor pass by a certain point of interest, specific information (texts, audio and visual data) automatically begins to play.

I am still confused on GPS support. What is it exactly?
GPS (Global Positioning System) allows determining of one's position by timing the signals sent by satellites high above the Earth. TERRAGAZE mobile features this technology and provides specific information to visitors depending on where they are.

What are the applications of TERRAGAZE mobile?
TERRAGAZE mobile fits in a variety of outdoor activities relatd to geotourism ( hiking, walking, trekking, cycling, BTT). It can be used also in cars and other motor veichles. In order to have a complete overview of the potential applications click here!

My natural park is lacking of geological / geotouristic studies. Can you deliver a TERRAGAZE mobile solution?
Absolutely. With our know-how in geology and geotourism, we are prepared to deliver TERRAGAZE mobile even in unstudied areas. In fact we provide a geotouristic survey to accurately characterize the study area and to maximize the value of the client's geological heritage.
Consistency and reliability of scientific data are guaranteed; the team leader of TERRAGAZE is actively involved in scientific research in the fields of Geology ad Paleontology ( here you find his scientific contributions).

Do you conduct the geotouristic survey also for Geoparks with known geosites?
Yes, because the geotourstic survey is crucial to offer a high-quality product.

What do I receive when I order a TERRAGAZE mobile solution?
You recieve 1 unit preloaded with the personalized multimedia guide, a geotouristic survey and 1 year of web back up.

I want more than 1 unit! How can I do?
You have two possibilities:
1) you order the units directly from terragaze.com (the additional cost includes unit+software setup costs)
2) you buy a device supporting TERRAGAZE mobile, then you download the data files from the web back-up page, and finally you install them on the devices you bought.

Are the units waterproof?
The devices are quite tough, but not waterproof. It is possile to order a specific cradle, waterproof and ultra-rugged!

Can I make money from a device with TERRAGAZE mobile?
Absolutely, one of our central goals is to encourage people to experiment with new ways to promote and market their geological heritage. However, you may not modify, decompile, or reverse engineer the software we provide you.

Can I modify your software and make a modified version?
No.

In what formats is TERRAGAZE mobile available?
TERRAGAZE mobile runs primairly on GPS devices, but custom porting is available for PDAs, mobile phones and portable players.

GPS, PDA, mobile phone, portable players... I am very confused as to what solution should I use. Can you please tell which TERRAGAZE mobile solution should I choose?
With its location-based mode and extreme flexibility of use, TERRAGAZE mobile with GPS support is the recommended choice for everyone. Nonetheless, if you have specific needs you can choose other devices for porting.

Any questions? Don't mind to send an email and ask for infomation at info@terragaze.com

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