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Import S-111

Feature Description

SuperMap iDesktopX supports importing *.h5 files that follow the S-111 product specification into file database, database datasource (PostGIS or DMPlus), or EMs datasource. After import, S-111 data can be added to the map window, and surface current features can be symbolically displayed based on the S-111 display catalog specification.

Version Information

SuperMap iDesktopX 2026 supports S-111 data import.

Function Entry

  • In the workspace manager, right-click the target datasource and select Import Nautical Chart Data > S-111.

Operation Instructions

  1. Open or create a datasource in the workspace to store the *.h5 file, and ensure the datasource is editable.
  2. Select the target datasource, and choose Import Nautical Chart Data > S-111 from the context menu.
  3. In the Import Nautical Chart Data dialog, select one or more S-111 *.h5 files. Set the file type to S-111 File (*.h5), then click Open.
  4. In the S-111 Import dialog, review the files to be imported and modify the Target Datasource as needed. The dialog provides the following information:
    • Source File: Displays the name of the *.h5 file to be imported.
    • Source Data: Displays the file path of the source data.
    • Target Datasource: Displays the target datasource for import. You can select other editable datasources in the current workspace.
  5. After confirming the files and target datasource are correct, click Import. Once the import is complete, the S-111 data will be saved to the target datasource.

Related Topics

S-111 Surface Current

S-100 Property Settings