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Welcome to the comprehensive Team Awareness Kit for Android (ATAK) guide. This guide is tailored for individuals with a military background and is structured to be accessible to users at all levels of familiarity with the platform.
What is ATAK?
ATAK is a geospatial information and situational awareness application developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory. It facilitates precision targeting, navigation, and data sharing among users.
Getting Started with ATAK
Downloading ATAK
Visit the TAK Product Center or CivTAK.org for official downloads.
Setting Up Base Maps and Elevation Data
Learn to import maps from sources like Bing Maps, ESRI Clarity, or Google Imagery. Download and integrate elevation data for operational areas.
Connecting to a TAK Server
Instructions for connecting to existing community servers or setting up your own TAK server for secure communication.
Customizing and Extending ATAK
Overview of plugins and customizations for specific mission requirements.
FAQs and Troubleshooting
Solutions to common issues faced by new and experienced users alike.
Community and Support
Links to the ATAK Discord, forums, and other resources where users can seek help and share knowledge.
For detailed instructions, troubleshooting tips, and more advanced topics, refer to the - official CivTAK Wiki = TAK Reddit Page