Import ODBC and CSV data types

Bentley Map is not MicroStation

Cesar:

Is the interoperability options applicable to my version? I am using a Microstation V08.01.02.15 (1990-2003) version (not a Bentley Map)

KeithRaymond:

Bentley Map's Interoperability features ...

You seem to be confused. You are reading a thread in the Bentley Map forum.  Bentley Map is a GIS tool. However, you are using Microstation V08 version, not Bentley Map. MicroStation is a 3D drafting tool, not a GIS tool.

Clearly, not all features available in Bentley Map are available in other products. Those other products include MicroStation. So, no, Bentley Map interoperability options are not available in MicroStation.

Since you are not using Bentley Map there is little point in asking questions in this Forum. Instead, post questions about MicroStation V8.01 to the most appropriate Forum.

Regards, Jon Summers
LA Solutions

Is the interoperability options applicable to my version?.  I have big table (in .xls  format)  of points to plot, and I need an automated way, can u help me?

Cesar:

I am using a Microstation V08.01.02.15 (1990-2003) version (not a Bentley Map)

Then post to the relevant newsgroup.

Regards, Jon Summers
LA Solutions

Hi there, I am using a Microstation V08.01.02.15 (1990-2003) version (not a Bentley Map), do you know how to import or plot a CSV database to the file, like when i want to plot multiple points  using my version?

 Cesar Calingasan

Also, <LayerSRS>EPSG:27700</LayerSRS> does not work

Hi, I am trying to import some ODBC access data that is in Britsh National Grid coordinate system but I can't seem to get the syntax correct in the vrt file. Does anyone know what the correct syntax is?

<LayerSRS>OSGB</LayerSRS> does not work

<LayerSRS>OSGB1936</LayerSRS> does not work

<LayerSRS>OSGB:1936</LayerSRS> does not work

<LayerSRS>BritishNationalGrid</LayerSRS> does not work

 Thanks

 

 

It is also possible to bring in lines or polygons as well. Attached is an example of both. Just follow the instructions from Keith, and inside of the zip file attached to this message there is an example for polygon and another for lines.

Bentley Map's Interoperability features can be used to import data from CSV (comma separated values) or ODBC data sources. Often customers maintain features such as survey monuments, borehole locations, leaks, place names and so on in text files or ODBC databases. The attached materials provide a document and working examples of importing CSV and ODBC data types.