Release Notes for Trimble Inpho 15

Key Version Updates

October 2024: Version 15.0.0 and 15.0.1

November 2024: Version 15.0.2

February 2025: Version 15.0.3

March 2025: Version 15.0.4

May 2025: Version 15.0.5

July 2025: Version 15.1.0

July 2025: Version 15.1.1

Trimble Inpho Version 15.1.1

Provides urgent bug fixes. No new license is required if version 15 is already running.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.1.0

Offers new features in addition to bug fixes. No new license is required if version 15 is already running.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.0.5

Bug fixes. No new license is required if version 15 is already running.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.0.4

Bug fixes. No new license is required if version 15 is already running.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.0.3

Bug fixes. No new license is required if version 15 is already running.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.0.2

Addresses issues with updated DLLs. Urgently recommends updating installed version 15. No new license is required if version 15 is already running.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.0.1

First patch for version 15, addressing bugs in OrthoMaster and MATCH-AT in version 15.0.0.

Trimble Inpho Version 15.0.0

Announces version 15 for all Inpho software products, including UASMaster. Modules available in ApplicationsMaster include:

• MATCH-AT automatic georeferencing (including inBLOCK)
• MATCH-3DX and Meshing Add-On for 3D point clouds, true ortho mosaics, and 3D meshes
• MATCH-T DSM automatic 2.5D point cloud (DSM/DTM) generation
• DTMaster Stereo for interactive editing of point clouds, DTM/DSM, and mapping
• OrthoMaster for ortho image generation
• OrthoVista for automatic ortho mosaicking, editing, and color balancing
• SATMaster for satellite imagery workflow

Version 15 requires a license update; customers with maintenance receive it automatically. A valid license for version 15 is compatible with versions down to 11.0.5, but older versions are not supported. Projects generated with version 15 use an updated project file version and are not compatible with earlier versions. Older project files can be updated. Installation of the Microsoft redistributable "vcredist_2015-2022_x64.exe" is required. SATMaster changes align with other Inpho components. Inpho software supports multi-user on Server Operating Systems. Recommends installing the latest CodeMeter Runtime version.

General Notes and Information

Recommends installing the latest Coordinate System Manager version.

What's New in Inpho 15!

MATCH-AT - New groundbreaking Trimble RealRay Technology!

Users of MATCH-AT version 15 benefit from higher accuracy and quality, setting a new industry standard. The RealRay technology offers increased precision and efficiency, leading to significant cost savings by reducing rework and manual corrections. Precise Modeling ensures the highest level of precision in aero triangulation software, minimizing errors from environmental factors. MATCH-AT delivers consistent and reliable results across various scenarios, including high-elevation flights, Multi-Head-Systems, Oblique Flights, and challenging mountainous terrain.

Simplify Workflows

MATCH-AT version 15 streamlines complex processes, enabling users to achieve optimal results with fewer steps and less time. Large-scale orthophoto production across multiple projects and projections can now be handled within a single project without loss of accuracy. An example is provided for project setup in NAD 1983 / Modified TM Zone 8 processed in NAD83/Quebec Lambert in Inpho v15.0.

Better Quality

The "Precise" correction mode enhances georeferencing and camera calibration accuracy, ensuring superior quality in imaging projects.

LAS/LAZ Workflows – PDRF and ExtraBytes Support

Trimble Inpho software supports PDRF 1,2,3,6,7,8 and ExtraBytes throughout the workflow. It ensures users can import, export, edit, process, and transform external PDRF 8 data without loss. Data is safeguarded, and users can leverage the latest sensor technology and integrate it seamlessly with Inpho.

MATCH-3DX - Improvements for 3D Modeling

Inspection and Construction

MATCH-3DX offers improved reconstruction quality and runtime for data sets with thin structures like power lines, railings, and masts, providing cleaner results for inspection workflows. It supports emerging market areas such as inspection, construction, and complex structures. Mesh conversion processes are enhanced with optimized color adjustment and faster conversion speeds.

List of Changes

ApplicationsMaster

Fix 15.1.1: Incorrect height definition for earth curvature and refraction

Corrected incorrect height definition for earth curvature and refraction in non-metric projects, which previously resulted in higher residuals.

Fix 15.1.1: German user interface, angle units

Fixed translation issue for angle units in the German user interface. Units are now displayed correctly as Grad (360°) or Gon (400g).

New Feature 15.1.0: Sanity check for JPEG files

Introduced a new function in Image Commander to check JPEG file integrity. A "Test JPEG files" button allows users to perform a read check. Corrupt files are indicated, and options are available to group or delete them. Deleting files requires a new strip generation.

Change 15.1.0: Analog camera templates

Modified analog camera templates due to structural problems, removing the UMK template. Documentation now includes graphics for fiducial mark positions to aid camera definition.

Change 15.1.0: Removal of A3-SLF support

Processing A3-SLF projects is no longer possible with version 15.1.0.

Information 15.1.0: CodeMeter Service crashes

Users should update their CodeMeter driver if it is older than version 8 to prevent potential crashes on Microsoft Windows 11.

Improvement 15.0.5: Update of the coordinate system databases

The newest Japan's geoid has been implemented in the Trimble Coordinate System (TCS) and Inpho Coordinate System (ICS) databases.

Fix 15.0.5: Summit EV - Export

Corrected an issue with exporting camera distortion values when more than 7 parameters were included. Enhanced export information text for better guidance.

Fix 15.0.5: Crash when exporting RPCs

Resolved a crash in the Project Editor when exporting RPCs immediately after importing satellite images. The editor now functions correctly regardless of whether the project was saved.

Fix 15.0.5: Wrong file access

Fixed an issue where the Image Viewer mistakenly opening a small "non-image" file would destroy it.

New Feature 15.0.4: Image Commander - Output path option

Users can now select a different output path for new images without pyramids when deleting overviews, while original images remain in the previous directory.

Fix 15.0.4: Save project

Fixed an issue where saving the project could cause a crash.

Information 15.0.3: Installation

The WIBU CodeMeter driver is automatically updated with the software bundle. Manual installation of the driver is required if using individual MSI files.

Improvement 15.0.3: Redesign UI for analog camera definition

Improved clarity for selecting saved camera templates. Defining Maker and Model before loading camera types from the database is no longer possible.

Improvement 15.0.3: New option "Operation Assistance"

Added an option in ApplicationsMaster under "Help > Operation Assistance" to deactivate the highlighting of tool options, which some users found disruptive.

Improvement 15.0.3: Updated PDF Writer

The PDF Writer is updated for version 15.0.3, resolving potential cybersecurity warnings.

Improvement 15.0.3: Updated PhaseOne Plugin

Integrated a new version of the PhaseOne image plugin.

Fix 15.0.3: Popup message in Image Commander

Resolved an error message that appeared when converting 16-bit images to 12-bit JPEG during pyramid generation. Prevents error popups caused by radiometry adjustment.

Fix 15.0.3: Vignetting process crashed

Fixed a crash in the vignetting process (Image Commander) when images lacked image pyramids.

Fix 15.0.3: Exterior Orientation Tool

The Exterior orientation tool now opens correctly for single image adjustments, even when a satellite project is loaded.

Fix 15.0.3: Project Transformation

Corrected an assertion error and missing navigation data in transformed project files.

Fix 15.0.3: Project Merge

"Project Merge" functionality, which was not working in previous version 15 releases, has been fixed.

Fix 15.0.3: TCS selecting USft system

When selecting a "feet" system in the Trimble Coordinate System database, units are now automatically set to USft and cannot be changed, resolving an issue where units remained in meters.

Fix 15.0.3: Colorizing of point clouds (Colorizer) failed

For LAS files with PDRF=1 input, color was not added. This is now fixed by generating PDRF=3 output which includes color.

Fix 15.0.2: Not updated DLLs

Addresses issues caused by un-updated DLL files in version 15.0.1. Recommends installing patch version 15.0.2.

Information 15.0.0: New license required

Version 15 requests a new license. Users with a valid maintenance contract will receive an updated license file automatically.

Information 15.0.0: New project file version

Version 15 uses an updated project file version, making projects incompatible with earlier versions. Older project files can be updated.

Information 15.0.0: New MS VC Redistributable

Requires Microsoft VC Redistributable (vcredist_2015-2022_x64.exe). The bundle installer installs it automatically; manual installation is needed for individual MSI files.

Information 15.0.0: Update of internal image library

Updated image library with fixes and security updates. Support for pseudo 16-bit JPEG compression in TIFF files was removed. Workarounds are provided for converting affected files.

New Feature 15.0.0: RealRay correction

Introduced an improved correction for earth curvature, refraction, and projection effects, offering better results for georeferencing and camera calibration.

New Feature 15.0.0: Display full file path as option

Users can now choose to display the complete or a truncated project file path in the title bar via ApplicationsMaster settings.

Improvement 15.0.0: LAS/LAZ support

Enhanced support for LAS V1.2 and LAS V1.4, including PDRF 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8. PDRF 8 now includes RGB and NIR values. Improved handling of Extra Byte information and LAS data editing.

Improvement 15.0.0: Spanish user interface

Revised Spanish interface with added translations.

Improvement 15.0.0: Update of Inpho Coordinate Systems (ICS) database

Inpho Coordinate System database now includes the German geoid GCG2016.

Improvement 15.0.0: Update of Trimble Coordinate Systems (TCS) database

Bundle installer provides the latest Trimble Coordinate Systems database version 3.10.3.

Improvement 15.0.0: Text information in generated TIFF and LAS files

Generated TIFF and LAS files now contain detailed version information in header tags.

Improvement 15.0.0: DJI Matrice 30 (M30T)

Added DJI M30T camera to the sensor database for automatic creation upon image import.

Fix 15.0.0: Transformation using local coordinate system from TGL

Improved transformation capabilities when a local site coordinate system is defined in Trimble Business Center (TBC) and transferred to INPHO.

Fix 15.0.0: Transformation of orthophotos

Resolved an issue where the transformation dialog closed unexpectedly. Users can now perform transformations with different settings without closing the window.

Fix 15.0.0: Project Editor window size

Shortened the "active coordinate system" name if its length exceeds the Project Editor window size.

Fix 15.0.0: Pyramids for IIQ images failed

Improved pyramid generation for IIQ images.

Fix 15.0.0: Definition of analog cameras

Corrected an issue where analog camera values were not stored correctly when templates were not used.

Change 15.0.0: Export to DAT/EM Summit EV

When using the "Precise" implementation for Earth Curvature, Refraction, and Projection effect, an "Absolute Orientation" process is now required, with workflow description in the MATCH-AT reference manual.

MATCH-AT / Satellite Georeferencing

Change 15.1.1: Delete adjusted coordinates

Prevented accidental deletion of adjusted coordinates from the .xpf file during the process of deleting deactivated image measurements.

New Feature 15.1.0: Delete deactivated tie point in block

Added functionality to remove deactivated tie point measurements from the project in MATCH-AT. Deactivated control and checkpoint measurements remain unaffected.

Improvement 15.1.0: Better analysis for points in the Multi-Photo-Measurement Tool (PMT)

Improved point list display for easier analysis of point measurements across images.

Improvement 15.1.0: Shorter calculation times for highly overlapping projects

MATCH-AT's LSM step is up to 10 times faster for highly overlapping projects, offering up to 30% time savings for the entire process.

Improvement 15.1.0: Missing German translation

Fixed incomplete dialog translations in the georeferencing measurement mode when "German" was selected.

Improvement 15.1.0: Confidence Level information in georeferencing PDF report

Information about confidence level has been re-included in the PDF report.

Improvement 15.1.0: More information in the georeferencing PDF report

The PDF report now indicates the number of images used per camera (head).

Fix 15.1.0: Missing geoid information

Resolved an issue where tie point extraction could enter an endless loop if geoid information did not cover the entire project area with "Precise" correction. It now stops with error code -109.

Fix 15.1.0: inBLOCK standard deviation settings

Edited standard deviations for control points, GPS, IMU, etc., are now correctly saved in the project file after block matching in inBLOCK.

Fix 15.1.0: Matching failed for blocks with two images

Fixed a failure and stop in the matching process when tie point extraction was started on a block with only two images.

Fix 15.0.5: Table of Contents PDF report

Added missing entries for ground control points and check points to the table of contents of the georeferencing PDF report.

Fix 15.0.5: PMT - number of points/image

The Photo Image Points section now displays used (active) and matched (total) points per image, improving analysis.

Fix 15.0.5: PMT - wrong display filter (Point List)

The filter now correctly uses active points, excluding deactivated ones from analysis.

Fix 15.0.4: Absolute Orientation

Resolved an "ERROR: too many z control points" issue that caused Absolute Orientation to stop.

New Feature 15.0.3: Shear correction supported for Satellite projects

Added support for shear correction in satellite imagery adjustment, beneficial for stereo images with high overlap.

Improvement 15.0.3: Clear presentation of the "Model Intersections" results

Results for "Compute ray intersections" are now clearly arranged, with introductory text explaining interpretation and units.

Improvement 15.0.3: Representation in PDF report file

Addressed an issue where grid coordinates overwrote graphics for photo positions and external orientation standard deviations in projects with large west-east extensions.

Improvement 15.0.3: UI MATCH-AT shift/drift

Revised user interface for improved understandability.

Fix 15.0.3: Points outside sensor area

Corrected the georeferencing PDF report file to accurately display points outside the sensor area.

Fix 15.0.3: NAN values in .xpf file for adjusted coordinates

Corrected "not a number" (NAN) entries generated for adjusted coordinates when using 1-fold tie points.

Fix 15.0.3: Strip Overview

Corrected the reporting of strips in the georeferencing report file (version 15.0.2).

Fix 15.0.3: inBLOCK Blunder Browser

Initialized the inBLOCK Blunder browser display with a larger widget size for better visibility.

Fix 15.0.1: Unusable display in Multi-Photo Measurement Tool (PMT)

Resolved extremely distorted image representation in PMT caused by self-calibration parameters for cameras with large principal point displacement.

New Feature 15.0.0: Highlighting Tool Options tab

The Tool Options Tab is now highlighted (flashing colored) to inform users about available options, occurring only on the first use.

Improvement 15.0.0: Display symbol of ground control points for large blocks

For projects with over 1000 control points, PMT displays points instead of triangles, with triangles drawn upon zooming, saving time and increasing clarity.

Improvement 15.0.0: inBLOCK Bundle Block Adjustment results window

The bundle block adjustment results window can now be resized, resolving visibility issues on small screens.

Improvement 15.0.0: Image residual statistic added for "Ray intersection" computation output

Modified ray intersection text file output to include image residuals (sigma) and list only stereo pairs with b/h ratio < 8.

Improvement 15.0.0: Jump in sigma naught

Corrected an issue where sigma naught showed a higher value for the first iteration in clean projects with activated earth curvature and refraction.

Fix 15.0.0: Correct display of camera's principal point values

Fixed an issue where the camera subset showed displacement difference values instead of the full value.

Fix 15.0.0: Wrong announcement in the PDF report file

PDF report file now correctly shows which GNSS components were used for correction.

Fix 15.0.0: Missing entry in the PDF report file

Vertical ground control point coordinates are now displayed in the PDF report file.

Fix 15.0.0: Multiple GNSS block correction entries missing in PDF report file

Fixed an issue where the PDF report only contained the first GNSS block correction entry when multiple cameras/heads were defined.

Fix 15.0.0: SATMaster - corrupt RPC import

Resolved an issue where importing RPCs was not possible with version 14.1.1.

MATCH-T DSM

New Feature 15.1.0: Alignment of TPIX tiles using different modules

Allows defining TPIX tiles similarly to MATCH-3DX using command line options, enabling alignment to any coordinate definition and exchange of XY index/definition.

Fix 15.1.0: Morphology Converter error

Corrected an erroneous conversion into the WNP file when importing a SHP file as an exclusion area.

Fix 15.0.3: Automatic 3D area borderline

Resolved issues where the automatic 3D area borderline did not cover the complete project area for numerical reasons.

Fix 15.0.3: Usage of ADS40 projects

Fixed an issue preventing projects with the ADS type from being loaded.

Improvement 15.0.0: LAS/LAZ support

Detailed description available in ApplicationsMaster.

Fix 15.0.0: Wrong handling of morphological data in MATCH-T user interface

Corrected the incorrect display of morphological data usage status in the MATCH-T user interface.

DTMaster Stereo

Fix 15.0.5: Undocked windows

Fixed an issue with undocked windows not closing properly.

New Feature 15.0.4: DTMaster Tuning Options

Added an option to turn off anaglyph stereo display via registry editor settings.

Fix 15.0.4: Undocked Tool Options panel

Ensured the Tool Options panel maintains focus and responds immediately to changes and shortcuts, even when undocked.

New Feature 15.0.0: Highlighting Tool Options tab

The Tool Options Tab is now highlighted (flashing colored) to inform users about available options, occurring only on the first use.

Improvement 15.0.0: LAS/LAZ support

Detailed description available in ApplicationsMaster.

Fix 15.0.0: Language DTMaster Tabs

Fixed translation issues for DTMaster Tabs when changing the language from English.

Fix 15.0.0: Evaluate point offset tool - fixed stereo view

Resolved an issue with invalid stereo image pairs and deactivated automatic model change for the stereo view.

Fix 15.0.0: Update DTM function

Fixed an issue where the default strategy was missing and new strategies could not be added.

Fix 15.0.0: Dot characters caused additional *.prj ending

Corrected an erroneous second .prj ending added when saving projects with names containing two dots.

Fix 15.0.0: Activation of single layers not working

Resolved an issue preventing activation of single layers in DTMaster when working with LAS/LAZ files.

DTMToolkit

Improvement 15.0.0: LAS/LAZ support

Detailed description available in ApplicationsMaster.

Fix 15.0.0: Conversion of ESRI TIFF DTM to SCOP DTM

Corrected erroneous conversion due to incorrect handling of no_data values.

Fix 15.0.0: Name pattern in batch mode

Fixed an issue where naming pattern settings were ignored when using an options file with a name pattern definition in batch mode.

OrthoMaster

Fix 15.1.0: Height model entry in project

Resolved an issue where a removed height model reappeared upon project loading.

Fix 15.0.4: Crash in interactive mode

Fixed a crash in OrthoMaster when manually selecting orthos for output.

Fix 15.0.3: Mean terrain height per image

Ensured images receive individual mean terrain heights in the project file after loading and saving a height model.

Fix 15.0.3: DTM Import, Units

Fixed an issue where the defined unit during DTM import was not used in rare cases.

Fix 15.0.3: DTM Import, misleading message

Corrected a misleading message that prompted even when a previous height model was removed.

Fix 15.0.1: Orthophoto processing failed

Fixed an issue where orthophoto processing failed in all cases.

Fix 15.0.1: Display of TPIX DTM files

Corrected the display of TPIX height models, ensuring all DTM tiles are used.

Fix 15.0.0: Height error while saving project in units feet

Fixed an issue where incorrect height values (converted to meters) were saved for feet projects; correct feet values are now stored.

OrthoVista

New Feature 15.0.5: Selection of output GEOTIFF type

Added GEOTIFF type selection options: default (input or Pixel is Area), Pixel is Point (Center of Pixel), Pixel is Area (Upper left corner of Pixel).

Change 15.0.5: Redesign of status window

Redesigned status window for improved user-friendliness, including an additional task ID and fixed interface height.

Fix 15.0.5: Processing fails in Feature Detection

Corrected processing failures and error messages related to region file size and ICMosaicElement.

Fix 15.0.5: Pyramid generation failed

Fixed occasional pyramid generation failures for large output mosaic tiles.

Fix 15.0.3: Black pixels on down-sampled mosaic

Resolved an issue causing black pixels at tile borderlines/junctions when resampling mosaic tiles.

Change 15.0.0: Naming of log file

Log file "OrthoVista.log" is now generated with date and time: ov-yyyymmdd-hhmmss_EN.log.

Information

For more information, contact the Trimble Inpho Support Team at imaging_support@trimble.com.

The software is available for download at: https://geospatial.trimble.com/en/products/software/trimble-inpho/download