Real-time and historical weather in 3D
Experience NEXRAD radar data and NWS alerts from 140+ stations across the United States in an interactive 3D visualization
View storm structures in 3D
Analyze storms layer by layer with multi-level reflectivity, velocity, and correlation coefficient data
Layer multiple variables at once
View reflectivity, velocity, and correlation coefficients, and more simultaneously in 3D space
Coverage and capabilities
Demo
Splendora, TX EF-3 (Dec. 28, 2024)
FAQ
| Category | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| General | What is 3D Doppler? | 3D Doppler is a visualization tool that creates three-dimensional representations of weather data from NEXRAD radar stations and National Weather Service (NWS) alerts. Notably, it allows users to overlay multiple variables at the same time (e.g., reflectivity, velocity). |
| General | What are the system requirements? | - Windows 10 or later - Minimum 8GB RAM (16GB recommended) - Graphics card with OpenGL support - Internet connection for data fetching |
| Purchase and Installation | How do I purchase 3D Doppler? | 1. Visit our Gumroad product page, 2. Follow the steps to purchase, 3. Download 3D Doppler and copy the provided license key (also delivered via email) |
| Purchase and Installation | What payment methods are accepted? | We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and Apple Pay through Gumroad's secure payment system. |
| Purchase and Installation | How do I install 3D Doppler? | 1. Download the 3D Doppler .exe from your Gumroad purchase page 2. Place 3D Doppler in your desired folder and run 3. When prompted, enter your license key |
| Purchase and Installation | What happens if I need to reinstall the software? | Your license is tied to your hardware ID. You can reinstall the software on the same computer without any issues. If you need to install on a different computer you'll need to purchase a new license. |
| License and Activation | How does the license system work? | Each license is tied to a specific computer through a hardware ID. The software requires periodic online verification. One license can be used on one computer at a time. |
| License and Activation | What happens if I change my computer? | If you change your computer you'll need to purchase a new license as the license is tied to the specific hardware ID of your original computer. |
| License and Activation | Can I transfer my license to another person? | No, licenses are non-transferable and are tied to the specific computer where they were first activated. |
| Usage | How do I get started with 3D Doppler? | (1) Launch the application (2) Select your desired NEXRAD radar station from the dropdown menu (3) Choose between real-time or historical data (4) Click "Run" to start the visualization |
| Usage | What data layers are available? | (1) Reflectivity [Level II] (2) Velocity [Level II] (3) Correlation Coefficient [Level II] (4) Storm Cells and Tracks [Level III] (5) Tornado Warnings [NWS] |
| Technical Support | What should I do if I encounter an error? | (1) Check your internet connection (2) Ensure you're using the latest version of the software (3) Try running the application as administrator (4) Contact our support team with the error message and system information |
| Technical Support | How do I update the software? | Currently, updates are not automatically checked. To get the latest version, please visit our website or Gumroad product page to download and install the newest release. |
| Technical Support | Where can I get help if I have questions? | Contact our support team via email / the contact form below. |
| Legal | What are the terms of use? | By using 3D Doppler, you agree to: (1) Use the software for educational and demonstration purposes only (2) Not use the software for operational meteorological use or emergency decision-making (3) Not redistribute or resell the software (4) Accept that the visualizations may contain inaccuracies |
| Legal | Is there a warranty? | The software is provided "as is" without any warranty |
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